WHY STAY AT IRU VELI
An Intimate Island Hideaway
Experience an intimate escape in a breathtakingly boutique setting like no other. Through our collection of Signature Brand Moments, we combine innovation, originality and authentic Maldivian spirit to create unforgettable experiences. Embracing new ways—and leaving behind old clichés.
Dolphin Sightings
Dolphin sightings are so common here, there is even a category of suites named after them. For a higher chance of spotting the playful creatures, keep posted on your sundeck of the Dolphin Ocean Villa with Pool.
Culinary Odyssey
The hotel flaunts a variety of eateries serving up memorable meals: lobster nights at Grouper Grill, themed evenings at Aqua Orange, long lazy dinners at Roma, wine pairings in the cellar, and a table en plein air for two at the far end of the beach.
A Serene Aesthetic
The breathtakingly boutique resort has a collection of 125 intimate beach and over-water suites, each with a private pool. The beachy interior design creates a serene aesthetic. Light wood tones with pops of turquoise and tangerine make for the ultimate tropical reset.
Spa Over the Water
The spa, built over the lagoon, features six overwater pavilions and a main spa house. Treatments incorporate exotic ingredients such as coffee, honey, pineapple, papaya and so on. There’s even a ‘lulur’ scrub, an age-old beauty secret from the Javanese royalty, that combines herbs and spices. On a babymoon? Pick the Mum-to-be massage.
Couples & Families
Iru Veli makes for the dream postnuptial destination, families are warmly welcomed too. Spell-bindingly romantic, charmingly authentic, this place is designed to enrich, excite and reinvigorate the spirit.
Location & Transport
Once you arrive at Velana International Airport, you will be greeted by a Sun Siyam team member before boarding the seaplane to South Nilandhe Atoll, a 40-minute seaplane jaunt from Malé.
- Seaplane transfer: Approximately 40 minutes
- Seaplane hours of operation: 06:00-16:00
- Latest check-in time: 15:30
- Checked luggage: Maximum 20 kg per person
- Hand luggage: Maximum 5kg per person
- Return transfer cost: USD 465 per adult/ USD 230 per child
- Domestic flight option available for evening arrivals/ departures
Useful Information
For some, planning the trip is their favourite part of the journey. For others, not so much. Either way, we gathered the most popular questions to give you the answers you are looking for.
You may check in as from 14:00.
Check-out is as noon on the day of departure.
You may choose between Bed and Breakfast, Half Board, Full Board and All Inclusive. There is something for everyone. Please get in touch with us for more details on what is included.
You are at a resort in the Maldives so we don’t expect a tuxedo or a ski suit. While sandy toes do equate to relaxation, some of our fine-dining restaurants are a chance to dress up a little. You will find more information in the Restaurant pages.
We have a strict ‘No Drone’ policy, outlined below:
We prohibit the operation of unmanned aerial systems or drones, on or above the resort by any of our guests or employees, including model aircraft by recreational users. This includes drones used for filming or videotaping, as well as drones used by media or journalists operating above or within the resort area boundaries. This prohibition extends to any devices launched or operated from the property, as well as any launched from private property outside of the resort area boundaries.
Occasionally, Sun Siyam Resorts may use a drone for commercial purposes. In these instances, we do our utmost to protect our guests’ privacy and peace.
Our rates exclude applicable taxes and service charges. There is a 17% Goods & Services tax, a 10% Service Charge, and a Green Tax set a USD 12 per guest per day.
Explore the Island
Fun fact: The Maldives is made up of 1,200 coral islands strung like pearls on a necklace, the majority of which are uninhabited today.