Sun Siyam Iru Veli

Maldives, Indian Ocean

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The hotel

Enjoy new realms of relaxation at this 24-Hours All Inclusive Maldivian paradise, where dolphins swim past daily and every villa has its own freshwater pool. Set within its own lagoon, prepare to unwind with views of the tranquil clear waters from your spot on the warm, pristine sands. From morning coffee at Chemistry and complimentary shisha (per day) at the Fresh Water Bar, to themed buffets at Aqua Orange, there’s plenty of places to enjoy a delicious meal. There are also activities galore, with water sports, weekly pool parties and an exquisite overwater spa to indulge in, as well as all-day entertainment for the little ones at Turtle Kidz Club. Villas are bright and airy, and with a range to choose from there's bound to be something that perfectly fits your needs.

Amenities

  • Tennis
  • Kids Club
  • Anniversary and special occasions
  • Honeymoon
  • Bar
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Internet Access
  • Restaurant
  • Spa
  • Swimming Pool
  • Beachfront location

Where is it

Set within its own lagoon in South Nilandhe Atoll. Transfer time from Malé International Airport: 40 minutes by seaplane transfer (remember to pack light for the seaplane transfer as luggage allowance is 20kg plus 5kg hand luggage, per person).

Hotel information

All rooms feature complimentary WiFi, flat screen TVs with generous line-up of channels, fully stocked mini-bar, room service*, twice-daily housekeeping, tea/coffee facilities, personal safe, iron and ironing board, luxury bathroom amenities, air conditioning and ceiling fan. Beach Villa with Pool rooms are located right on the beach, with floor-to-ceiling glass doors, outdoor bathroom, large sundeck, private pool, and direct access to the beach. Sleeping maximum 3 adults, or 2 adults and 2 children.


24 Hours All Inclusive Dine Around Inclusions: 

- Buffet breakfast at Aqua Orange 

- Lunch - dine around option (buffet at Aqua Orange or Grouper Grill or selection of pizza, salad and light snacks at Chemistry or Fresh Water Bar)

- Afternoon tea at Chemistry Bar

- Dinner - dine around option (buffet at Aqua Orange, alfresco dining by the beach side at Grouper Grill, or exotic flavours at Roma). Includes 3-course set menu options at Grouper Grill and Roma.  

- Unlimited selected beverages available 24-hours (wines from renowned vineyards around the world, champagne and sparkling wine, unlimited international beers, selection of branded spirits and whiskeys, selection of signature and international cocktails and mocktails, fresh juices based on availability, fruit juices canned and packaged, soft drinks, water, coffee, tea, iced coffee, bottled water and more) 

- Complimentary mini-bar replenished once per day on a regular basis with wine, beer, snacks, soft drinks, soda water, canned iced coffee/iced tea and still water 

- 3 complimentary excursions (local island excursion, Lucky Dolphin Sunset Cruise, guided snorkelling) 

- Non-motorised watersports - free of charge snorkelling equipment; use of kayaks, stand-up paddle boards, and paddle boats) 

- Spa credit (USD 100 per adult per stay to be used for your spa treatment as an alternative to diving) with a choice of treatment from a tailor-made menu. Advance booking required OR Diving credit (up to 3 complimentary dives per person per week as an alternative to spa credit. Guests must have a valid diving license and medical records, as per diving regulations. Boat charges and equipment fees applicable) 

- Meet and greet at Velana International Airport, assistance with transfer and international flights, complimentary VIP access to lounge at seaplane terminal (arrivals only) 

- Special welcome with refreshing towels and sparkling wine (non-alcoholic beverages available upon request)

- 2 bottles of water per suite per day (non-carbonated house brand) as well as tea/coffee facilities 

- One complimentary shisha per suite per day at Chemistry Bar only 

- Free WiFi in main public areas and all villas 

- Access to recreation and fitness centre (including indoor and outdoor activities such as tennis, table tennis and other table games) 

- Regular scheduled entertainment 

- Access to kids club for children aged between 3-12 yearsPlease note: departure day includes breakfast and beverages only. 

Please note: Meal plan inclusions are defined by the hotel and are subject to change at any time without notice.

Room upgrades

Family Beach Villas with Pool are spacious and inviting, with sunrise views, floor-to-ceiling glass doors and an outdoor bathroom. There’s a large sundeck, your own stretch of beach and a private pool, sleeping maximum 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.

Grand Beach Villa with Pool are split-level with a bedroom and lounge with high ceilings, a king-size bed, comfy sofa, mood lighting and floor-to-ceiling glass doors leading to the fully-furnished terrace. Steps away from the beach, with a secluded walled courtyard hosting an outdoor bathroom, private pool, and oversized daybed and loungers. Sleeping maximum 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.

Beach Residence with Pool are set over two floors, with a large lounge and expansive terrace with daybeds, loungers and a dining area. Upstairs, the bedroom has elevated lagoon views. A spectacular outdoor bathroom leads to a private pool and chill out deck. Sleeping maximum 4 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.

Two Bedroom Beach Residence with Pool with two bedrooms and a flexibly designed living area. Positioned for privacy and spectacular sunrises, with an outdoor deck and large outdoor pool. Sleeping maximum 6 adults or 4 adults and 2 children.

Ocean Villa with Pool are overwater villas with a contemporary design and lots of natural light, with a king-size bedroom, spacious bathroom with freestanding tub and separate rain shower, and furnished outdoor deck with steps down to the lagoon, and a private plunge pool. Sleeping maximum 3 adults.

Dolphin Ocean Villa with Pool are perfectly positioned for watching dolphins swim past every day, with an outdoor terrace, plunge pool and plenty of space to relax, as well as your own stretch of sand built into the deck. Sleeping maximum 3 adults.

Ocean Residence with Pool with a spacious and flexible layout that makes it well suited to both couples and families. With an oversized deck, separate lounge and dining area, an expansive deck and a private pool with uninterrupted views of the lagoon and Indian Ocean. Sleeping maximum 4 adults.

Two Bedroom Ocean Residence with Pool are positioned over the lagoon, with cathedral ceilings, a comfortable lounge and dining room, an outside deck with breathtaking infinity pool, and two king-size bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms, sleeping maximum 6 adults.

  • Booking Bonus: Book now to receive a complimentary floating breakfast, once per stay between 23 Apr '24–31 Oct'26. 

    Terms and conditions apply. Any applicable offers have been calculated into the prices shown. Offers may not be combinable. Blackout dates apply. 

  • Booking Bonus: Book by 15 Feb '25 to receive up to 30% off the accommodation cost for travel between 20 Nov '25–31 Oct '27. Terms and conditions apply. Blackout dates apply. Any applicable offers have been calculated into the prices shown. Offers may not be combinable

Chemistry (morning coffee, cocktails and nightcaps, open 24-hours). Aqua Orange (casual buffet with special theme nights). Grouper Grill (fresh fish, seafood, steaks and more with open kitchen). Fresh Water (adults only - classic lunchtime bites, signature cocktails). Roma (Mediterranean classics and comfort food). Wine Cellar* (rare vintages and exclusive tastings). Teppanyaki (Japanese-inspired dining experience) Dine by design* (destination dining occasions designed to wow).

Evening entertainment including White Beach Party, live DJ nights and Maldivian Cultural Shows.

Infinity pool. Ocean Spa* with eight pavilions over the lagoon. Fitness centre. SSI dive centre*. Water sports including kayaking, SUP, kite boarding*, sailing*, fun tubes* and fishing*. Great House Reef, great for snorkelling. Weekly pool party. Tennis courts. Beach Volleyball. Billiards. Turtle Kids Club (ages 3-11 years) with all-day activities. Fishing and island tours*.

WiFi. In-room safe. Room service*.

*Denotes local charge.

Please note: to ensure our customer's safety, we are unable to offer over water accommodation to children under the age of 12. 

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Image of the Tripadvisor rating Wonderful Vacation

Feb 7, 2026 Valerie O

Every single aspect of my trip was spectacular!! The dive center is top notch. Shanaau took us to beautiful spots, and showed us incredible creatures. I loved learning from Alex and Samoo. There’s always something new to discover with them. Pinky and Ayya were awesome. Thank you for getting us to our destinations safely. Update: Let’s talk about… Read more
Every single aspect of my trip was spectacular!! The dive center is top notch. Shanaau took us to beautiful spots, and showed us incredible creatures. I loved learning from Alex and Samoo. There’s always something new to discover with them. Pinky and Ayya were awesome. Thank you for getting us to our destinations safely. Update: Let’s talk about the Spa! Wow!!! Just wow! I had a total of 5 spa appointments over 10 days. Each therapist had hands of platinum. I started with Pia. She was absolutely sweet and professional. My next appointment was with Lakshani. She was equally welcoming and left me feeling relaxed. Diki was able to pinpoint where all of my tension exists, and she spent the next two sessions breaking down muscles in my shoulder and traps. I look forward to my final session with her because I extended it, knowing that it will leave me completely rejuvenated. Thank you so much Dr. Geethu for coordinating everything. Your kindness and attentiveness is so incredibly appreciated. What an amazing staff. Everyone deserves accolades. A special shout out to Alamin for servicing our suite daily and creating beautiful decorations on the bed! We appreciate you. Keshal at the buffet made my day, every day. He greeted me with genuine enthusiasm, knew my beverage of choice, and consistently had it available. It’s incredible considering the resort was almost at capacity. I saved the best for last!! Naazish, none of this would be possible without you. I want to thank you from the bottom of my heart for coordinating everything and making my brother-in-law comfortable, even with his disability. It’s no easy feat to do what you did for 11 days straight. We all appreciate your efforts. Read less
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Feb 7, 2026 Mark F Chippenham, United Kingdom

We spent a fabulous week at this resort. Everything was managed to perfection by the host team. Stayed in Dolphin Villa 707 which suited us perfectly as we had the house reef right in front of our veranda whereby we spent hours exploring the reef which was teaming with so many different fish. The other thing about the Dolphin Villa’s are that you… Read more
We spent a fabulous week at this resort. Everything was managed to perfection by the host team. Stayed in Dolphin Villa 707 which suited us perfectly as we had the house reef right in front of our veranda whereby we spent hours exploring the reef which was teaming with so many different fish. The other thing about the Dolphin Villa’s are that you get to see the sunrise off the deck (and we witnessed that a few times) plus the sun stays with you the whole day. A small 1m plunge pool was very refreshing too. The villas are very comfortable and spacious with a fabulous view of the sea from the bed. The sound of the waves could be heard too with the doors open. I would like to mention one particular staff member in that area; Alamin as he cleaned our room / nightly turn down service and room refresh nightly plus he restocked our mini bar daily. Lovely guy who does an amazing job. As for the resort itself, there are 3 main restaurants; Aqua Orange buffet, Grouper Grill (mainly seafood with table service), Roma Italian plus there is a Teppanyaki at a charge and they offer a regular BBQ night again at a premium. We dined at the Aqua Orange most evenings and they usually had a nightly theme for a bit of variety. Overall the food and service in there was decent. I would like to mention 2 stand out staff in there though; Keshal who looked after us at breakfast (served in the same restaurant) and Khalifa on the grill who was always waiting with a smile and cooked us fresh fish and steak to our preference. Sorry can’t remember the chef’s name at breakfast on the egg station but he was always very cheerful and helpful. Well done and thank you. Roma restaurant was superb. The food and drinks served there are very good and we really enjoyed that experience. There was nightly entertainment on offer in the main bar in the form of a duo band, presentations, Maldivian experience and so on and it had a lovely relaxed vibe. Lots of hard working staff there but two that deserve a special mention are; Salgi and Chaw. Lovely people who work so hard to please, are engaging, always smiling and genuinely want to ensure that guests are having a great time. The other bar for great cocktails is Freshwater and the staff there are again very hospitable with one guy; Dilip who is ever so friendly, talkative and engaging. He remembered our villa number and names and always gave us a very warm welcome. So everybody also is assigned a host who receives you upon arrival (and what a warm welcome that is with a band etc!) and that host will connect with you every day via WhatsApp and in person to check that you are having the best time. Our host was called Shuhaan and what a great host he is. He booked excursions, made restaurant reservations and organised anything else that we wanted but also just to a general chat. Lovely guy. So Shuhaan booked us onto a Dolphin tour and wow! We were taken to a known spot (there can be no guarantees of a sighting of course) but we found them and the pod came right to our boat and they played right beside us and in front of the bow. What a lovely experience that was. We also attended a traditional coconut oil making class which was insightful. There are many other tours that are on offer such as whale shark snorkelling, various diving options, exclusive dining experiences and so on. We booked on an all inclusive basis and I can confirm that this proved to be a good option for us and included a number of tours / classes, quality cocktails and branded drinks plus access to all of the restaurants (excluding the Teppanyaki and beach BBQ). Thank you for making this such a wonderful and memorable experience which we are truly grateful for and will certainly look to rebook again next year. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating An Unforgettable Stay at Sun Siyam Iru Veli

Feb 7, 2026 Guide18443681849

Our stay at Sun Siyam Iru Veli was exceptional in every way and exceeded all our expectations. The stunning island, the spacious villas, the outstanding food, and the relaxed yet elegant atmosphere make this resort a true paradise. A very special thank you goes to our Ambassador Naazesh. His warmth, professionalism, and attention to detail truly… Read more
Our stay at Sun Siyam Iru Veli was exceptional in every way and exceeded all our expectations. The stunning island, the spacious villas, the outstanding food, and the relaxed yet elegant atmosphere make this resort a true paradise. A very special thank you goes to our Ambassador Naazesh. His warmth, professionalism, and attention to detail truly elevated our holiday experience. Naazesh was always available, fulfilled every wish with a smile, and made us feel genuinely welcome and personally cared for – a level of service that is truly outstanding. Another highlight was the Chemistry Bar. The service there was simply superb, especially thanks to Chaw. With great passion, excellent expertise, and a fine sense for flavors, she turned every visit into a memorable experience. The cocktails were creative, perfectly balanced, and served with genuine enthusiasm – Chaw is a true asset to the resort. Sun Siyam Iru Veli stands for luxury without pretension, service at the highest level, and authentic Maldivian hospitality. We are leaving with unforgettable memories and will most definitely return. Highly recommended! Read less
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Feb 7, 2026 Ck C

Our stay was memorable, we enjoyed it a lot, fishing was amazing, our ambassador Hadeel took care of us, very friendly and professional. Thank you
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Feb 5, 2026 Yang M

Our butler Naazish was extremely responsible and provided warm, attentive service throughout our stay. He helped us solve many issues, booked multiple offshore activities for us, and always responded promptly. In our opinion, he is the best butler on the island — if we could give him 100 out of 100, we absolutely would. We sincerely hope to meet… Read more
Our butler Naazish was extremely responsible and provided warm, attentive service throughout our stay. He helped us solve many issues, booked multiple offshore activities for us, and always responded promptly. In our opinion, he is the best butler on the island — if we could give him 100 out of 100, we absolutely would. We sincerely hope to meet him again when we return in the future. We personally prefer the buffet-style dining, and overall we enjoyed the food. It would be even better if more dishes with Chinese characteristics could be added in the future. We participated in many activities and were very satisfied with them. Although we were unlucky and didn’t manage to see dolphins this time, the experiences were still enjoyable and well organized. Every staff member we encountered on the island was warm, friendly, and welcoming, which made us feel very comfortable throughout our stay. One of our favorite moments was playing on the beach and catching lots of little crabs near the sandcastle area — of course, we gently released them back into the sea because they were so cute. 🦀 Overall, Sun Siyam Iru Veli is an amazing and unforgettable destination. We will definitely recommend it to our friends and hope to come back again soon. ✨ Read less