Sun Siyam Iru Veli
125 private-pool villas, six venues, one atoll far from the crowd
A resort island in Dhaalu Atoll
Sun Siyam Iru Veli sits in the South Nilandhe (Dhaalu) Atoll, about 153 km from Velana International Airport and roughly 40 minutes by seaplane. The resort runs 125 beach and overwater villas, every one with its own private pool, on a 24-hour premium all-inclusive plan. Six dining and drinking venues cover everything from a beachfront buffet to an overwater Italian restaurant to Japanese teppanyaki. The Ocean Spa, an SSI dive centre that has been operating since 2003, a watersports centre, and a kids' club round out what is a genuinely full-service island.
The honest verdict
A well-equipped, all-inclusive resort where every villa has a private pool, dining rotates across six venues, and activities range from certified diving to watersports to spa treatments.
Best for
- Couples and honeymooners wanting privacy with pool
- Families needing space and structured kids' activities
- Divers and watersports enthusiasts
- Groups booking a two-bedroom residence
Maybe not ideal for
- Travellers on a tight budget
- Those who prefer a small, simple guesthouse setting
Villas, every one with a pool
All 125 villas include a private pool. Beach villas start at 93 m² with sea and pool views plus a terrace; overwater options scale up to the 175 m² Ocean Residence. The two-bedroom residences — 393 m² overwater or a beachfront version sleeping up to eight — work for larger groups.
Six dining and drinking venues
Aqua Orange runs a global buffet on the beach. Roma is overwater and focuses on Mediterranean and Italian cooking. Grouper Grill does surf and turf from an open kitchen. Teppanyaki covers Japanese grillwork and sushi. The Wine Cellar takes private dining bookings. Chemistry handles coffee through to cocktails.
Ocean Spa and wellness
The Ocean Spa runs daily from 9:00 to 19:00 and includes a steam room, spa pool, and a treatment menu spanning Thai, Balinese, and Lomilomi massage. Yoga, Mat Pilates, and Pranayama and Trataka meditation sessions are also on the programme.
Diving and the water
Sun Siyam Diving is an SSI-exclusive centre that has been operating since 2003, with night dives and freediving among its offerings. The watersports centre covers kayaking, paddleboarding, jet skiing, and windsurfing. Dolphin sightings are frequent enough that one villa category is named for them.
Adults-only pool and kids' club
Fresh Water is an adults-only pool bar. Younger guests have the Turtle Kids Club. The combination means families can split naturally — children occupied, adults with their own space — without either group feeling like an afterthought.
Rooms & suites
Beach Villa with Private Pool
93 m² · sleeps 2 · 1 king bed
- 1 room
- Private pool
- Sea view
- Pool view
- Pool with a view
Ocean Villa with Private Pool
124 m² · sleeps 2 · 1 king bed
- 1 room
- Private pool
- Sea view
- Pool view
- Pool with a view
Dolphin Ocean Villa with Private Pool
124 m² · sleeps 2 · 1 king bed
- 1 room
- Private pool
- Sea view
- Pool view
- Pool with a view
Family Beach Villa with Private Pool
93 m² · sleeps 2 · 1 king bed
- 1 room
- Private pool
- Sea view
- Pool view
- Pool with a view
Grand Beach Villa with Private Pool
135 m² · sleeps 2 · 1 king bed
- 1 room
- Private pool
- Sea view
- Pool view
- Air conditioning
Beach Residence with Private Pool
194 m² · sleeps 2 · 1 king bed
- Private suite
- Private pool
- Balcony
- Sea view
- Pool view
Ocean Residence with Private Pool
175 m² · sleeps 2 · 1 king bed
- Private suite
- Private pool
- Sea view
- Pool view
- Pool with a view
Two Bedroom Ocean Residence with Private Pool
393 m² · sleeps 4 · 2 king beds
- Entire apartment
- Private pool
- Sea view
- Pool view
- Pool with a view
Two Bedroom Beach Residence with Private Pool
sleeps 2 · Bedroom 1: 2 king beds Bedroom 2: 2 queen beds
- Entire apartment
- Private pool
- Sea view
- Pool view
- Pool with a view
Inside Sun Siyam Iru Veli
Amenities at Sun Siyam Iru Veli
Most popular facilities
- 2 swimming pools
- Airport shuttle
- Spa and wellness center
- Fitness center
- 3 restaurants
- Room service
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
- Bar
Great for your stay
- 3 restaurants
- Private bathroom
- Air conditioning
- Spa and wellness center
- View
- Bath
- Terrace
- Free Wifi
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bidet
- Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
- Bath or shower
- Slippers
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
Bedroom
- Linens
- Wardrobe or closet
- Alarm clock
View
- Pool view
- Sea view
- View
Outdoors
- Outdoor furniture
- Beachfront
- Terrace
- Private pool
Getting there
Sun Siyam Iru Veli is in the South Nilandhe (Dhaalu) Atoll, approximately 153 km from Velana International Airport. The transfer is by seaplane, taking around 40 minutes. For bookings of seven nights or more, a complimentary round-trip seaplane transfer for two adults per room is available — confirm eligibility when booking.
Expect roughly $150–400 per person round trip for the domestic flight + speedboat, arranged by the property. Confirm the fare when booking.
Sun Siyam Iru Veli holds a 4.8/5 Google rating across 2,408 reviews. Guests single out the location and the all-inclusive dining rotation as consistent positives. The resort's rating on recent booking platforms places location among the top-rated aspects, reflecting the atoll's relative seclusion and the quality of on-island facilities.
Good to know
Frequently asked
How do I get to Sun Siyam Iru Veli from the airport?
The transfer is by seaplane from Velana International Airport, taking approximately 40 minutes. For stays of seven nights or more, a complimentary round-trip seaplane transfer is included for two adults per room — check at the time of booking for current terms.
Is there an all-inclusive meal plan?
Yes. The resort runs a 24-hour premium all-inclusive plan called the Sun Siyam Signature meal plan. Dinner rotates across Aqua Orange, Roma, and Grouper Grill, so you are not fixed to one restaurant every evening.
What dining venues are on the island?
There are six in total: Aqua Orange (beachfront buffet, global cuisine), Roma (overwater, Mediterranean and Italian), Grouper Grill (surf and turf, beach open kitchen), Teppanyaki (Japanese grillwork and sushi), Wine Cellar (private dining and wine tastings), and Chemistry (cafe and bar).
Are there adults-only areas?
Fresh Water is a dedicated adults-only pool bar. The main resort facilities, including the restaurants and other pools, are open to all guests.
Is there a kids' club?
Yes, the Turtle Kids Club is on site. Family Beach Villas and the two-bedroom residences are the most practical room types for families with children.
Can I dive at the resort?
Sun Siyam Diving is an SSI-exclusive dive centre that has operated since 2003. It runs night dives and freediving in addition to standard dives. All diving is arranged through this on-site centre.
What watersports are available?
The on-site watersports centre covers kayaking, paddleboarding, jet skiing, and windsurfing. Snorkelling equipment is also available. All activities operate from the island.
What villa types are there, and do all have private pools?
Every villa and residence has its own private pool. Options range from 93 m² beach villas to 175 m² overwater residences. Two-bedroom residences — one beach, one overwater — are available for groups or families needing more space.
Is there a spa?
The Ocean Spa runs daily from 9:00 to 19:00. It includes a steam room, spa pool, and treatments covering Thai, Balinese, and Lomilomi massage, as well as yoga, Mat Pilates, and meditation sessions.
What is the Google rating for Sun Siyam Iru Veli?
The resort holds a 4.8/5 Google rating based on 2,408 reviews.
What is the starting price per night?
Beach villas with a private pool start from around USD 593 per night. Rates vary by room type, season, and meal plan. The Two Bedroom Beach Residence starts from approximately USD 5,046 per night.
Are there tennis or fitness facilities?
Tennis equipment and a fitness centre are both available on the island. Badminton equipment is also listed among the activity facilities.