Sun Siyam Vilu Reef - Privé Collection
On the remote island of Meedhuffushi in the Maldives' South Nilandhe Atoll is where five-star Sun Siyam Vilu Reef lies, surrounded by lush tropical greenery. The All Inclusive resort makes up the entire island, which is a 35-minute seaplane flight from Malé International Airport. This 5* boutique hotel offers dedicated service and sublime experiences for every guest, with its small number of suites ensuring a personal and luxurious stay.
Accommodation at Sun Siyam Vilu Reef - Privé Collection
Sun Siyam Vilu Reef has just 103 villas and suites, making it feel even more intimate and exclusive. As such, the resort is a dream for couples wanting a paradise escape.
The over-water villas and suites stand elegantly on stilts, with several boasting their own private pool or outdoor Jacuzzi with Indian Ocean views. And the beach with its powdery white sands is where the remaining villas with their beautiful open-air showers can be found.
Dining at Sun Siyam Vilu Reef - Privé Collection
On arrival at the resort by seaplane, you're immediately greeted by the SSR exclusive lounge experience, settling you into your stay in style. There are two bars and four restaurants at Sun Siyam Vilu Reef. The main restaurant offers buffet dining and a mix of local and international dishes. There's also an al à carte restaurant serving fresh fish and seafood, an Italian/Indian restaurant, and one that pairs fine wines with light dishes.
Other facilities include a swimming pool, entertainment lounge, spa, fitness centre, kids' club with pool, watersports centre, and dive centre.
Things to do at Sun Siyam Vilu Reef - Privé Collection
There's something for everyone at Sun Siyam Vilu Reef – and something for every mood. Lying on the beach under swaying palm trees and listening to the ocean lapping the shore is a simple pleasure. The beach is also where romantic dinners and movie nights under the stars are held. Positive Energy Bar promises a continuous flow of refreshments 24/7, offering guests everything from poolside cocktails to late-night snacks.
Indulge in total rejuvenation with some quality time in the spa. Unwind with an aromatherapy massage or pampering beauty treatments before checking out the sauna, steam bath and pools in the hydrotherapy area.
Guests are welcome to use the complimentary snorkelling equipment to explore the house reef 30 metres from the shore. And a variety of watersports can also be enjoyed, and the SSI Certified dive centre has courses for all levels of ability. Guests won't want to miss exploring the underwater world here, as this resort boasts one of the most outstanding house reefs in the Maldives.
Boat trips to other islands and sunset dolphin cruises are just a couple of the other amazing outdoor experiences available at Sun Siyam Vilu Reef.
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Accommodation
Beach Villa with Pool
With its thatched roof, beach hut charm, and private pool with swing, our Beach Villa with Pool epitomises the essence of beachside living. The sea-facing terrace offers an ideal spot for coffee and your summer read, while the semi-open-air bathroom, featuring an outdoor shower, provides a taste of tropical island living.
Grand Beach Villa with Pool
Nestled amongst the coconut palms on the sandy shore is our beach pool villa. The gorgeous swimming pool is located beach-side, adjacent to the swinging day-bed under the pergola. A furnished terrace faces the sea. The semi-open tropical bathroom is located within a private courtyard. All of these features give you a glimpse of beachside living.
Reef Villa
Perched on stilts over the swimming pool-blue lagoon, our Reef Villas come with all the essential requirements to an overwater stay. Think a private sundeck, a stairway leading down to the water, a king-size bed for the best sleeps and a bathtub to relax in.
Sunset Reef Villa
Similar to the standard Reef villa in style, the Sunset Reef Villa comes with the added perk of facing west—which equates to the best sunset vistas on the island. Take a last dip in the sea before climbing back up the stairway to your private deck in time for a sundowner.
Grand Water Villa with Pool
Whether you are a couple who loves the extra space or a family of four, the Grand Water Pool Villa is a must-book. The private infinity pool is something else. As is the sundeck, which wraps around a part of the villa, with steps descending into the sea. The master bedroom, adjacent to the living area, opens onto the deck, further emphasising the feeling of floating over water.
Water Villa with Pool
The water villas featuring a private infinity plunge pool are among the resort's most coveted villas. The sundeck wraps around most of the villa, which gives you the feeling of being at sea. There is even an overwater hammock through which you can watch fish swim by. There’s one master bedroom, however, the possibility of adding extra beds make this a great pick for a family of three.
Pool Beach Villa
Everything the Grand Beach Villa with Pool offers and then a Jacuzzi. The Pool Beach Villa is Vilu Reef's most indulgent beach-side option, pairing a private pool and sun-soaked deck with an outdoor Jacuzzi that earns its place the moment you sink into it. At 97 sqm with a semi-open-air bathroom, beach swing, and direct beach access, this is the villa for guests who see no reason to compromise. Ten of them exist.
Two Bedroom Water Villa with Pool
220 square meters of overwater living. A large swimming pool. A sundeck with steps leading to a deck below with sunbeds. There’s of course the staircase to heaven, which leads straight down into the lagoon. With two master bedrooms, this villa sleeps up to 6 guests, making it an ideal contender for the whole group of travellers.
Ocean Signature Villa with Pool + Slide
If bold design is your thing, one of our Ocean Signature villa is your best pick. There's a master bedroom, two bathrooms, and a living room that can be made into a secondary bedroom. This villa even comes with its own private infinity pool facing the impossibly blue lagoon, and a slide that takes you directly into the turquoise water below, which is, objectively, the best way to start a morning. A generous deck extends over the water, with sunbeds, an overwater hammock, and a dining table for two positioned as if the Indian Ocean is the view you ordered.
Two Bedroom Ocean Signature Villa with Pool + Slide
The Two-Bedroom Ocean Signature villas feature two master suites sit alongside an indoor lounge and dining area and an outdoor sitting space that spills easily from one to the other. Step outside and the showstopper reveals itself: a sweeping pool with its own sunken lounge. A slide drops straight from the deck into the lagoon below, hands down the most fun way to start the day. Sunbeds and an overwater hammock complete the deck, all suspended above water so blue it barely looks real. Inside, a palette of soft greys and nautical navy sets a calm, grounded tone. Spread across an expansive 330 sqm, the villa comfortably sleeps 6 adults, or 4 adults plus 2 children.
Facilities
Food & Drink
The Aqua
A lively gastro-hub where you can rest and refuel from morning until night. Start with a glorious breakfast buffet, including piping hot pastries fresh from the bakery, then head back for lunch and dinner for Western classics and Maldivian house specials.
The Nautilus
At Nautilus, sit back and enjoy perfect Indian Ocean views while we mix your perfect cocktail. Take a dip in the lagoon between drinks, before resurfacing for another delicious sip. For evening sundowners, there’s no better seat on the island.
The Spice
During the day, dine on rustic Italian fare, from crisp homemade pizzas to the perfect tiramisu. Come sundown, the space transforms into an Indian restaurant with authentic curries and freshly baked breads, with a weekly buffet dinner taking guests on a culinary journey through the flavours of India.
Well Done
Fresh fish and seafood is best enjoyed right on the beach, and it doesn’t get any fresher than this. All the herbs, spices and vegetables are grown at the hotels very own organic farm, bringing flavours bursting to life in all of their dishes.
Wine Cellar
If you’ve always been curious about the art of the grape, join an expert sommelier in the cellar of fine wines. Swirl and sip on the best vintage treasures by candlelight, all perfectly paired with accompanying nibbles and bites.
Positive Energy
Choose from sweet tropical shakes, ice cold cocktails and vitamin-packed smoothies, all served poolside and brought right to your lounger. With a menu designed to replenish your body and calm your mind, this is the place to beat the heat and keep cool in the shade.