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Villa Park

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Villa Park is Villa Resorts' 'Lagoon Pleasureground' on Sun Island in South Ari Atoll, within the South-West Ari Marine Protected Area (SAMPA), reached by a 17-minute domestic flight from Velana International Airport to Villa International Airport (Maamigili) followed by a 10-minute speedboat transfer.

Island
Sun Island
From the airport
Domestic flight + speedboat
Villas & rooms
462
Villa types
15
Meal plans
AI · AI Premium
Restaurants & bars
17
The island

Whether you seek adrenalin-fueled experiences or serenity; discover a world of adventure at Sun Island Resort & Spa, located in South Ari Atoll close by to the South Ari Marine Protected Area (SAMPA). Set on one of the largest Maldivian Islands and home to a thriving biodiversity and marine life, Sun Island Resort & Spa is a luxury eco resort where natural beauty meets vibrant interior design and luxurious indoor-outdoor living spaces. Nestled by lush coconut palms, this Maldivian paradise invites you to experience warm hospitality and an abundance of opportunity and unprecedented privacy to reconnect with nature

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Villa Park is Villa Resorts' 'Lagoon Pleasureground' on Sun Island in South Ari Atoll, within the South-West Ari Marine Protected Area (SAMPA), reached by a 17-minute domestic flight from Velana International Airport to Villa International Airport (Maamigili) followed by a 10-minute speedboat transfer. Opened in 1998 and last renovated in 2025, the 1800m x 440m island has 462 rooms across 15 villa categories, from Sun Villas to Two Bedroom Overwater Suites. Dining spans buffet restaurants Maaniya and Southern Star plus a la carte venues Sun Star, Al Pontile, Zero and Teppanyaki, sold on All Inclusive or Premium All-Inclusive plans.
  • 462 rooms across 15 villa categories, from Sun Villas to Two Bedroom Overwater Suites
  • Located within the South-West Ari Marine Protected Area (SAMPA)
  • 17-minute domestic flight plus 10-minute speedboat transfer from Velana International Airport
  • Treetop dining at ZERO, a zero-food-miles garden restaurant
  • Park Players Kids' Club and Studio Park fitness centre
  • Private Kawa baths hidden in the jungle
  • House reef snorkeling, day and night
  • Diving from freediving courses through Open Water certification
In pictures

A look around Sun Island

Where you stay

15 ways to stay

Size bars drawn to scale against the largest villa. A = adult, C = child.

Sun VillaGarden / inland

Sun Villa

Garden / inland
46 m²
36 on the island
Beach VillaBeach

Beach Villa

Beach
35 m²
70 on the island
Island VillaGarden / inland

Island Villa

Garden / inland
52 m²
38 on the island
Sunset Beach VillaBeach, sunset facing

Sunset Beach Villa

Beach, sunset facing
41 m²
30 on the island
Sunset Deluxe Beach VillaBeach, sunset facing

Sunset Deluxe Beach Villa

Beach, sunset facing
48 m²
40 on the island
Two Bedroom Family Beach VillaBeach

Two Bedroom Family Beach Villa

Beach
96 m²
8 on the island
Lagoon Beach VillaBeach

Lagoon Beach Villa

Beach
52 m²
48 on the island
Beach Villa with WhirlpoolBeach

Beach Villa with Whirlpool

Beach
121 m²

Has a whirlpool (not described as a private plunge/pool, so has_pool was not set).

26 on the island
Lagoon Beach Pool VillaBeach

Lagoon Beach Pool Villa

BeachPrivate pool
117 m²

Private 15 sqm beach pool.

62 on the island
Deluxe Beach Pool VillaBeach

Deluxe Beach Pool Villa

BeachPrivate pool
170 m²

Private 15 sqm beach pool.

14 on the island
Two Bedroom Overwater SuiteOverwater, inner lagoon

Two Bedroom Overwater Suite

Overwater, inner lagoon
201 m²
4 on the island
Beach Pool VillaBeach

Beach Pool Villa

BeachPrivate pool
121 m²

Private 15 sqm beach pool.

30 on the island
Two Bedroom Beach Pool VillaBeach

Two Bedroom Beach Pool Villa

BeachPrivate pool
242 m²

Private 15 sqm beach pool.

26 on the island
Water VillaOverwater, inner lagoon

Water Villa

Overwater, inner lagoon
73 m²
32 on the island
Sunset Water VillaOverwater, sunset facing

Sunset Water Villa

Overwater, sunset facing
73 m²
32 on the island
Meal plans

Choose how you dine

Every board basis this island sells. Open a plan for exactly what it covers and what it leaves out.

AI

All Inclusive

BreakfastLunchDinnerDrinks
What it covers
  • Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner at the Main Restaurant
  • House brand still water, tea and coffee (hot/iced), espresso/cappuccino/latte/macchiato, soft drinks and fruit juices (canned or bottled), selected milkshakes & smoothies, selected seasonal fresh juices, selected ice creams, selected wines (red/white/rosé), draught/can beer, spirits (gin/vodka/rum/whiskey), and selected cocktails and mocktails from the AI Menu — at Main Restaurant, Main Bar, Coffee Shop, Beach Bar, and Pool Bar
  • Minibar: one filling per day of 2 soft drinks, 2 juices, 2 beers, 2 wines (375ml), 2 assorted snack items
  • Casual snacks at selected outlets, 10:00-18:00
  • Dine Around: one à la carte meal per person per stay for guests staying minimum 5 nights (prior reservations required; special events not included)
  • 15% discount on à la carte restaurants
  • 10% discount on selected dive rates
  • 15% discount on selected spa treatments (not combinable with other promotions)
  • Sauna and steam bath, subject to availability and advance booking
  • Snorkelling gear throughout the stay
  • Canoeing and windsurfing, one hour per day, subject to availability and advance booking
  • One Sunset Fishing excursion per person per stay for guests staying minimum 6 nights
  • Gymnasium, Snooker/Billiard, Darts, Table Tennis, Squash, Daylight Tennis, Badminton, Basketball and Beach Volleyball (lessons and certifications at extra charge)

Not included

  • Beverages from Specialty Restaurants are not part of the All-Inclusive plan; a selected AI Menu is served instead at those outlets
  • Food & Beverages not listed (other liquors, liqueurs, Wine List selections)
  • Food and Beverages from Room Service, and alcohol from the guest room Minibar except the items listed
  • Beverages served 01:00-10:00, except at the main restaurant during breakfast
  • Local and International telephone calls
  • Compulsory Christmas & New Year Supplement
  • Photo Lab / Jewellery Shop / Souvenir Shop / Laundry Service
  • Drinks consumed on excursions or any other outdoor activities
  • Airport/Resort/Airport transfers
AI Premium

Premium All-Inclusive

BreakfastLunchDinnerDrinks
What it covers
  • All meals from the main restaurant (breakfast, lunch and dinner); drinks included from the all-inclusive menu of these outlets
  • One à la carte meal per person per day, either lunch or dinner, from Al Pontile, Sun Star or Vaani Coffee Shop
  • Daily casual snacks at selected outlets, 10:00-16:00; high tea at main bar/coffee shop, 16:00-18:00
  • Minibar: 2 soft drinks, 2 juices, 2 beers, 2 bottles of wine (375ml each), 2 assorted snack items, replenished once a day
  • Drinking water bottle (1 litre) per person per day
  • Tea/coffee making facilities in the room, one set per day
  • Unlimited drinks from the beverage menu: fresh juices, cocktails, beer, premium liquors (champagnes, wines and spirits)
  • Snorkelling equipment throughout the stay
  • One hour use of Canoeing and Windsurfing per day
  • Gymnasium (excluding personal trainer)
  • Land sports (excluding coach and instructors): Badminton, Snooker/Billiards, Table Tennis, Volleyball, Squash, Daylight Tennis and football
  • 15% discount on selected spa treatments
  • 10% discount on selected diving rates
  • One Sunset Fishing excursion per person per stay for guests staying minimum 4 nights

Not included

  • Food and Beverages from Room Service
  • Events at à la carte restaurants
  • Local and International telephone calls
  • Compulsory Christmas & New Year Supplement
  • Photo Lab / Jewellery Shop / Souvenir Shop / Laundry Service
  • Drinks consumed on excursions or any other outdoor activities
  • Airport / Resort / Airport transfers
  • Selected items from à la carte restaurants are subject to an additional supplement charge
Eat & drink

17 places to eat and drink

From breakfast on the lagoon to the last drink of the night.

Restaurants & bars17

Maaniya · International buffet-style dining
Breakfast 07:30-10:00 / Lunch 12:30-14:00 / Dinner 19:00-21:00
Sun Star · Oriental à la carte dining
10:00-23:00
Al Pontile · Italian à la carte dining
11:00-22:30
Southern Star · International buffet-style dining
Breakfast 07:30-10:00 / Lunch 12:30-14:00 / Dinner 19:00-21:00
Zero · Treetop à la carte dining, zero-food-miles menu

Split-level garden restaurant hidden in the dense jungle at the heart of Villa Park.

Lunch 12:00-15:00 / Dinner 18:00-21:00
Teppanyaki · Japanese à la carte dining
Lunch 12:00-15:00 / Dinner 18:00-22:00
Mekunu Bar
09:00-01:00
Vaani Bar · Coffee shop (à la carte)
Open 24 hours
Beach Bar
09:00-19:00
Garden Bar
10:00-22:00
Pool Bar
09:00-18:00
La Tropicana · Brazilian açai, popsicles and fresh coconut

Set under swaying palms right on the beach.

10:00-19:00
Breakfast on the Beach
Private Sandbank Beach Picnic/Dinner
Dinner under the Pergola
Dig-in Dinner
Romantic Dinner on the Beach
Things to do

Days on Sun Island

Water sports

  • CanoeingIncluded
  • WindsurfingIncluded
  • Snorkelling equipmentIncluded
  • House Reef Snorkeling (day & night)Extra cost
  • JetbladeExtra cost
  • Jet SurfExtra cost
  • Jet SkiExtra cost
  • Fun TubeExtra cost
  • Water Skiing / Kneeboarding / WakeboardingExtra cost
  • ParasailingExtra cost
  • Semi SubmarineExtra cost
  • KitesurfingExtra cost
  • SeabobExtra cost

Excursion

  • Whale Shark SnorkelingExtra cost
  • Manta SnorkelingExtra cost
  • Turtle SnorkelingExtra cost
  • Big Game FishingExtra cost
  • Sunrise/Sunset FishingExtra cost
  • Dolphin SafarisExtra cost
  • Local Island TripExtra cost

Diving & snorkelling

  • Freediving coursesExtra cost
  • Kids' diving coursesExtra cost
  • Discover Scuba DivingExtra cost
  • Scuba Diver Certification CourseExtra cost
  • Open Water Certification CourseExtra cost
  • Advanced Open WaterExtra cost
  • Enriched Air NitroxExtra cost
  • Private Boat Hire DivesExtra cost

Land sports & gym

  • Land sports (Badminton, Snooker/Billiards, Table Tennis, Squash, Daylight Tennis)Included
  • DartsIncluded
  • BasketballIncluded
  • Beach Volleyball / VolleyballIncluded
  • FootballIncluded
  • Studio Park Fitness Centre / Zumba workoutsIncluded

Spa & wellness

  • Spa treatments (Massages, Aromatherapy, Reflexology, Body scrubs and facials, Manicures and pedicures, Ayurvedic therapyExtra cost
  • Jacuzzi, Sauna and Steam BathIncluded

Kids

  • Park Players Kids' ClubIncluded
Included with your stay

The little things that come with it

  • Daily housekeeping with turndown service upon request
  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels
  • Free WiFi
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Personal safe
  • Iron and ironing board
Island life

Spa, children, reef and romance

Spa

15% discount on selected spa treatments under both the All-Inclusive and Premium All-Inclusive plans (not combinable with other promotions); sauna and steam bath included, subject to availability and advance booking, under the All-Inclusive plan.

Getting there

From the plane to your villa

  1. Villa International Airport (Maamigili)Our team meets you on arrival
  2. Domestic flight + speedboatDomestic flight to Villa International Airport (Maamigili) plus speedboat transfer
  3. Sun Island
The island map

Find your way around

Map of Villa Park
At the resort

Facilities

SpaBarSpeedboatDomestic Flight TransferLaundry ServicesExcursions (Water Sports)extra costDivingextra costWiFiGymSwimming Pool

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