Sun Island

As the largest resort in the Maldives, adventure and relaxation are within equal reach for travellers.

An inspired eco-friendly resort, Sun Island promotes nature-friendly initiatives and various conservation programmes. Its botanical gardens produce 20,000 coconuts a month, as well as other tropical fruits and vegetables. In 2016, Sun Island received the “Leading Eco Resort in the Maldives” award.

Standard Property

Four Star

Destination
Maldives
Location
South Ari Atoll
Island Size
1610×380

Reef Type
Not Available
Suitable Options
Honeymooners
Meal Plans
BB, HB, FB, AI

Number of Rooms
422 Rooms
No. of Restaurants
5 Restaurants
Number of Bars
10 Bars
Transfer Type
Domestic Flight (35 Mins)

Villas & Accommodation

The resort consists of 458 rooms

218 Superior beach bungalows

106 Standard beach bungalows

64 Water bungalows

36 Sun villas

30 Sunset villas

4 Presidential suites

Food & Drink

The resort’s main restaurant, Maaniyaa, provides a local and international buffet for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Al Pontile is a tranquil over-water oasis specialising in an innovative fusion of cuisines including Italian and Japanese.

Sun Star, a floating restaurant with wraparound deck, serves distinctive, gourmet Thai cuisine.

Southern Star is the resort’s speciality restaurant, offering elaborate daily buffets, fresh seafood and a speciality Indian menu.

Spa

The Araamu Spa provides guests with the ultimate indulgent experience. Treatments are provided within the pavilions set amongst spacious gardens, including a couple’s massage room, private bath, jacuzzi and steam room.

Sun Yoga is the resort’s yoga retreat and offers both sunrise and sunset sessions. Guests can also receive personalised detox programmes, created with specialists’ guidance and individually tailored. In 2016, Sun Island won “The Maldives’ Leading Spa Brand” award.

Diving & Water Sports

The resort boasts direct house reef access and a close location to the most popular whale shark point in the Maldives. Guests can enjoy an array of water sports including PADI-certified scuba diving courses and snorkelling trips, as well as excursions, sailing and fishing.

Location

Sun Island Resort & Spa is located on Nalaguraidhoo Island in the South Ari Atoll, 107 kilometers south of the Malé International Airport. It can accessed via a short 17-minute domestic flight.