Siyam World Maldives
Siyam World spans 54 hectares in the pristine Noonu Atoll, reachable via a 40-minute scenic seaplane flight or a 30-minute domestic flight to Maafaru Airport followed by a 10-minute speedboat ride. Billed as a five-star premium all-inclusive resort, it leans hard into big, playful experiences - the Maldives' largest floating water park sits just offshore, and the country's only horse ranch runs along the beach. Accommodation is genuinely vast, spanning 499 villas and residences across some of the widest variety in the islands: beachfront hideaways, pool villas, and overwater retreats fitted with slides that drop guests straight into the sea. A long roster of restaurants and bars carries the variety further, moving through Spanish tapas at Andalucia, home-style Maldivian cooking at Kaage, Thai flavours at Takrai, and a striking Chef's Table experience for just eight guests each night at The Cube. Beyond the table, Veyo Spa runs everything from Ayurveda to Chinese acupuncture, a vibrant house reef sits right off the beach, and evenings often turn into fire dances, glow parties and DJ sets - making this one of the more high-energy, all-inclusive options in the Maldives.
Room Types
1/5Water Villa with Pool + Slide
This 81-square-metre overwater villa blends fun with relaxation through a private pool and a slide dropping straight into the lagoon. A sun deck, indoor shower, mini bar and Wi-Fi come with panoramic ocean views, making it a playful, memorable pick for couples or small groups.
1/7Lagoon Villa with Pool + Slide
Set across 97 square metres, this lagoon villa pairs a private freshwater pool and slide with a spacious terrace, indoor bath facilities, mini bar, Wi-Fi and mesmerising lagoon views - a fitting base for couples or small families after both activity and calm.
1/4Ocean Villa with Pool + Slide
At 95 square metres, this villa looks out over the Indian Ocean and turquoise lagoon, with a private pool, a water slide, a spacious terrace and an indoor bath. Suited to up to three adults, it comes with a mini bar, Wi-Fi and reliably stunning sunsets.
1/7Water Pavilion with Pool + Slide
Spanning 179 square metres, this overwater pavilion combines space, style and fun through a private pool, a slide into the ocean, a master bedroom with indoor and outdoor showers, a separate lounge, mini bar, Wi-Fi and direct ocean access - built for waking to gentle waves each morning.
1/7Two Bedroom Lagoon Villa with Pool + Slide
This 170-square-metre villa suits families or friends after both space and excitement, with a private freshwater pool, a lagoon slide, two master bedrooms, two bathrooms, a large terrace, mini bar, Wi-Fi and direct lagoon access.
1/4Three Bedroom Lagoon Villa with Pool + Slide
Built for larger groups across 307 square metres, this villa offers a private freshwater pool with its own slide, three master bedrooms and bathrooms with indoor and outdoor showers, a spacious terrace, mini bar, Wi-Fi and direct ocean access.
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1/8Grand Water Pavilion with Pool + Slide (2BR)
Raised above turquoise water across 348 square metres, this pavilion pairs ultimate privacy with breathtaking sunset views. A private freshwater pool, ocean slide, kitchen, separate indoor and outdoor dining, two master bedrooms, two bathrooms, a jetted bathtub, mini bar, Wi-Fi and a personal butler round out the island's most indulgent overwater stay.
1/5Sunset Pool Beach Villa
This 91-square-metre beachfront villa is built for sunset lovers, with a private pool, direct beach access featuring a playful fox swing, and a terrace with sweeping views. A bathtub, indoor and outdoor showers, mini bar and Wi-Fi suit two adults and two children comfortably.
1/6Beach Suite With Pool
This 102-square-metre beachfront suite combines style, space and relaxation through a private pool, separate lounge and an expansive terrace with direct lagoon access. A super king bed, sofa bed, bathtub and indoor and outdoor showers suit up to three adults or a family of five, plus mini bar and Wi-Fi.
1/9Two Storey Pool Beach Residence
On the island's sunset side, this 213-square-metre beachfront residence blends elegance, privacy and space, with a private pool, a loungers' sun deck, open-air bathrooms, indoor and outdoor showers and a serene garden. A spacious living room, mini bar, Wi-Fi and a personal butler complete a stylish Maldivian stay.
1/7Grand Beach Residence with Pool
This 391-square-metre residence suits guests after space, privacy and luxury, with a private courtyard and garden, a large pool, a loungers' sun deck and open-air bathrooms with indoor and outdoor showers. A spacious living room, mini bar, Wi-Fi and a personal butler round out a tailored beachfront escape.
1/3Two Bedroom Pool Beach Villa
This 200-square-metre beachfront villa suits families or groups of friends after space and privacy, with a private pool, a lush garden and direct access to the beach and lagoon. Two master bedrooms, two bathrooms with indoor and outdoor showers, a terrace, separate seating areas, mini bar and Wi-Fi complete the setup.
1/8Two Bedroom Beach Residence with Pool
This 649-square-metre two-storey residence suits families or friends after privacy and space, set in lush tropical gardens with a private pool, a loungers' sun deck, an indoor living area, a kitchen, two master bedrooms and bathrooms with indoor and outdoor showers. Direct ocean views, a mini bar, Wi-Fi and a personal butler complete a fully secluded Maldivian stay.
1/5Three Bedroom Pool Beach Villa
This 346-square-metre beachfront villa suits large families or groups of friends after space and luxury, with a private pool, a lush garden, direct lagoon access and a terrace for relaxing. Three master bedrooms, three bathrooms with indoor and outdoor showers, separate seating areas, mini bar and Wi-Fi round out the setting.
1/7Four Bedroom Beach Residence with Pool
This 712-square-metre beachfront residence offers space, luxury and style for large families or groups of friends, with a private pool, a loungers' sun deck, open-air bathrooms, tropical indoor-outdoor showers and split-level indoor and outdoor living areas. Four bedrooms, a kitchen, mini bar, Wi-Fi and personal butler service complete a residence built for celebrating together.
Dining
Tempo - All-Day Dining
International
Set on a beachfront terrace on the island's east side, Tempo runs casual all-day dining with live cooking stations and themed buffet evenings, moving from hearty mornings through relaxed lunches to a global culinary spread each night, all with beach views.
Baraabaru
International
A beachfront favourite with uninterrupted lagoon views, Baraabaru serves a bountiful breakfast buffet with live cooking stations and a special Friday dinner, capturing warm Maldivian hospitality in every meal.
Andalucia – Spanish Cuisine
Spanish
Set between coconut palms and the shore, Andalucia serves authentic Spanish dishes in a relaxed island setting - Paella de Marisco for two, Patatas Bravas, tender Pulpo and flavour-packed Gambas, all with an oceanfront view.
Kaage – Maldivian Cuisine
Maldivian
With an ocean backdrop, Kaage serves generations-old Maldivian home cooking made from fresh, locally sourced ingredients, from fragrant curries to traditional island specialties.
Takrai – Thai Restaurant
Thai
Takrai brings Thailand's sweet, salty, sour and spicy balance to the Maldives through aromatic curries, noodles, stir-fries and herb-laced salads, served overwater with sweeping views.
Kurry Leaf – Indian Restaurant
Indian
Floating above turquoise water, Kurry Leaf celebrates Indian cooking with a modern edge, from aromatic vegetarian curries to tandoor-grilled meats, fresh naan and indulgent desserts.
The Wahoo Grill
Grill
Set along the beach, this restaurant delivers a surf-and-turf experience built on the island's freshest seafood and premium cuts of meat, from Maldivian lobster and yellowfin tuna to the signature grilled wahoo.
Arigato – Japanese Restaurant
Japanese
Arigato serves refined Japanese cooking in a tranquil setting, from delicate sashimi and sushi to ramen, shabu-shabu and yakiniku, with expert wine pairings or a Chef's Table for a more exclusive night.
Barrique – Wine Cellar
Wine Bar
Hidden within an intimate underground cellar, Barrique offers gourmet tasting menus paired with world-class wines curated by the resort's sommelier for a sophisticated evening.
Mint – Adults-Only Pool Bar
Bar
Beside a sleek infinity pool overlooking Noonu Atoll, this adults-only bar serves cocktails, mocktails, tropical juices and shisha on a sun-drenched deck, with laid-back music and panoramic lagoon views making it one of the island's most popular spots.
Together – Poolside Bar
Bar
The island's social hub, Together serves cocktails and light snacks with panoramic sunset views over Noonu Atoll, part of the resort's WOW! All-Inclusive experience.
Jungali – Jungle Pool Bar
Bar
Set within the island's greenery, Jungali offers a family-friendly tropical retreat with an enchanting jungle pool, a semi-submerged bar and shaded nooks among the palms, serving fresh salads, pizzas and light bites.
Kulhivaru – Sports Bar
Bar
Kulhivaru is the go-to spot for sports fans, showing live national and international games alongside cold beers, bar bites and karaoke.
Shipwrecked Beach & Pool Bar
Bar
Shaped like a traditional wooden pirogue near Siyam Water World, this beachfront and pool bar serves cocktails and ocean views daily from 10:30 to midnight, with pizzas available through the afternoon.
The Orchid - Sunset Infinity Pool Bar
Bar
Set beside an infinity pool, The Orchid serves drinks with a golden Maldivian sunset backdrop, alongside a shisha and cigar menu, sunbeds and panoramic ocean views from mid-morning onward.
The Cube – Chef's Table
Fine Dining
This striking glass-fronted dining room sits directly on the beach, seating just eight guests each night for a multi-course tasting menu prepared live in front of them, with rotating chef residencies bringing something new each evening.
Good Vibrations – Laidback Beach Bar
Bar
Named after the Beach Boys song, this bar embraces easy island living with bar swings, sandy bean bags and rustic log seating - a barefoot hangout for after water sports or simply lounging with a drink.
Teppanyaki – Japanese Grill
Japanese
Skilled chefs prepare meals right in front of guests here, blending precision with performance as sizzling seafood and tender meats are cooked to order.
Activities
Watersports
Snorkel at your own pace, then try windsurfing, kiteboarding and jet skiing, or feel the adrenaline rush of a banana boat ride across the open water.
Excursions
Knowledgeable guides lead trips to nearby islands, introducing exotic wildlife, plants and flowers, before the day wraps up with a lucky dolphin sunset cruise.
Recreation
Go-karting, horse rides, kids' carnivals and waterpark adventures keep guests of every age entertained.
Diving
SSI and PADI-certified instructors lead dives by day or night, exploring vibrant reefs and open-water marine life.
Spa & Wellness
Veyo Spa offers treatments tailored to individual needs, including yoga, meditation, Ayurveda, naturopathy and Chinese acupuncture alongside beauty therapies.
Entertainment
Evenings bring fire dances, acrobatics, glow parties, live DJs and poolside festivities.
Transfers
Seaplane: 30 minutes, USD 600; Speedboat: 45 minutes, USD 150
Policies
Check-in 2:00 PM. Check-out 12:00 PM. Children of all ages are welcome. Kids under 12 stay free when sharing parents' room.. Free cancellation up to 30 days before arrival. 50% charge for cancellations 14-29 days before. Full charge for cancellations less than 14 days before arrival.. Smart casual for restaurants. Swimwear appropriate only at pool and beach areas.
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