Villa Park Sun Island

South Ari Atoll · Big Island Energy · Whale Shark Territory

Big Island Energy — Where the Jungle Meets the Sea

South Ari Atoll's most vibrant resort island — whale sharks, treetop dining, Araamu Spa and the largest kids club in the Maldives

South Ari Atoll

35-min domestic flight + speedboat from Velana International Airport. One of the few places in the world where whale sharks are found year-round.

15 Villa Categories

From Sun Villas and Beach Villas to overwater Water Villas, Beach Pool Villas and two-bedroom family residences — one of the widest villa selections in the Maldives.

Araamu Spa

Tropical garden sanctuary blending Ayurvedic healing with classic massages, signature spa journeys, jacuzzi, sauna and steam — plus a kids spa menu.

12 Restaurants & Bars

From ZERO treetop jungle dining and Italian Al Pontile to La Tropicana beach bar and the 24-hour Vaani Coffee Shop — dining at Villa Park is an experience in itself.

4.7

Based on 12,487 reviews

Travellers' Choice 2026
Excellent
78%
Very Good
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Average
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Poor
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What Our Guests Say

Rated Very Good on TripAdvisor

Paradise

Where do we start — this place is Paradise. Big shout out to Sabbir in the dining room who looked after us for 2 weeks, he made our holiday. Then Nizam who greeted us on arrival, checked in on us and upgraded us to the water villa. And Dr Jeevan who looked after my husband in the middle of the night — came to our villa and nothing was too much bother. Room service was definitely 5 star. Thank you all for your amazing kindness and friendliness. It's been the best holiday we have had. Ann & Ray Stuart.

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Ann GSherwood Park, Canada
July 2026Couples Verified

Villa Park Sun Island Maldives

Our third trip to Sun Island and it never disappoints. The staff are so friendly, especially our waitress Amanjot who was excellent. Can't wait to go back again!

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nevjoyceBenfleet, United Kingdom
April 2026Family Verified

A Resort That Truly Knows How to Care About Its Guests

Our stay at Villa Park became one of the most memorable holidays we've ever had. We were upgraded to a beautiful Lagoon Beach Villa — spacious, fresh, beautifully maintained and only a few steps from the beach. We were celebrating our wedding anniversary and the hotel surprised us with wine, a cake and thoughtful decorations that made the evening truly magical. We would especially like to thank Ms. Simna, who stayed in contact with us throughout, listened carefully and did everything within her power to make our holiday special. By the time we left, we honestly wished we could stay for another week. Thank you to the entire Villa Park team.

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Валентин О
July 2026Family Verified

An unforgettable honeymoon

We chose this resort for our honeymoon and I am happy with the choice. At Sun Island they take care of everything from arrival at the airport in Malé until the return. Eliza took care of welcoming us to the resort — she was clear, helpful and available for any need throughout our stay. The food is excellent and varied for all needs, even for celiacs. The sea is wonderful at any point on the island. Thank you for everything.

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Pierluigi DItaly
July 2026Couples Verified
A villa bathroom at Villa Park Sun Island, a basin on a dark stone counter beside a curtained shower
A beach villa bedroom at Villa Park Sun Island, turquoise cushions on white linen under a ceiling fan
The view from a beach villa terrace at Villa Park Sun Island, loungers on the sand under the trees
A beach villa room at Villa Park Sun Island, twin beds, a wall-mounted television and a cane dining set
Inside a beach villa at Villa Park Sun Island, open doors framing the garden and the sand outside
A villa bathroom at Villa Park Sun Island, a sunken tub set into dark stone against marbled walls
A beach villa bedroom at Villa Park Sun Island, a framed red painting above the bed and cane chairs by the doors
A wide tiled villa terrace at Villa Park Sun Island, white columns opening to the sand and the sea
A cane desk beside the bed in a beach villa at Villa Park Sun Island, doors open to the green garden
Twin vessel basins on a dark counter at Villa Park Sun Island, rolled towels on a timber ladder rail
A beach villa bedroom at Villa Park Sun Island, lime green cushions and a long banquette by the window
A beach villa at Villa Park Sun Island seen from the sand, blue and turquoise loungers outside it
A shaded villa veranda at Villa Park Sun Island, a blue cushioned bench looking out through the trees
A beach villa interior at Villa Park Sun Island, a writing desk and sofa facing the curtained window
A villa bathroom at Villa Park Sun Island, a freestanding tub beside a green tiled walk-in shower
A beach villa bedroom at Villa Park Sun Island, leaf print wallpaper behind the bed and a navy sofa
An open-air shower court at Villa Park Sun Island, white walls open to the palms and a green towel ladder
A covered villa terrace at Villa Park Sun Island, timber chairs and an outdoor shower post on the sand
A villa sitting area at Villa Park Sun Island, a navy sofa and red curtains framing the beach outside
A sunken bath in blue tiles at Villa Park Sun Island, coloured glass pendants hanging above it
A villa bathroom at Villa Park Sun Island, twin basins under black framed mirrors on a patterned floor
A beach villa bedroom at Villa Park Sun Island, a banana leaf headboard panel and a red side table
Villa Park Sun Island from the air, shingled villa roofs each with a turquoise plunge pool behind the beach
A water villa bedroom at Villa Park Sun Island, polished timber floors and a desk beside the balcony doors
A villa bathroom at Villa Park Sun Island, a granite counter and shaving mirror by a louvred window
A water villa bedroom at Villa Park Sun Island, lime green cushions on the bed and blue curtains at the window
A water villa at Villa Park Sun Island standing on white stilts, red loungers on its deck above the lagoon
A water villa balcony at Villa Park Sun Island, a timber lounger and a planter of greenery facing the sea
A water villa bedroom at Villa Park Sun Island, balcony doors open to a cane chair and the open sea
A water villa bedroom at Villa Park Sun Island, late afternoon light falling across the timber floor
A long line of water villas at Villa Park Sun Island, grey roofs on stilts over the turquoise shallows
Sunset from a water villa balcony at Villa Park Sun Island, two timber loungers facing the low sun
A villa bathroom at Villa Park Sun Island, a round basin and tall oval mirror beside a blue tiled shower
Villa Park Sun Island from the air, villas under the palms along the beach with the jetty beyond
A pool villa bedroom at Villa Park Sun Island, leaf print walls and doors open to the pool terrace
A villa interior at Villa Park Sun Island, a navy sofa facing a plum coloured desk and oval mirror
A private villa pool at Villa Park Sun Island, dark blue tiles and two orange woven chairs beside it
A bath set into sage green tiles at Villa Park Sun Island, coloured pendants and pink flowers above
A pool villa bedroom at Villa Park Sun Island, a leaf print headboard and red curtains at the terrace doors
A villa bedroom at Villa Park Sun Island, an arched pink mirror on the wall and frangipani on the table
A private villa pool at Villa Park Sun Island, turquoise tiles behind a white slatted privacy screen
Villa Park Sun Island from the air at golden hour, villas set back under palms along the curving beach
A villa bathroom at Villa Park Sun Island, a blue tiled shower cubicle and an outdoor tub in the courtyard
A pool villa bedroom at Villa Park Sun Island, two woven teal chairs at a round table beside the bed
A villa bedroom at Villa Park Sun Island, red curtains at the terrace doors and a woven pendant above
A villa bathroom at Villa Park Sun Island, a basin on a dark stone counter beside a curtained shower
A beach villa bedroom at Villa Park Sun Island, turquoise cushions on white linen under a ceiling fan
The view from a beach villa terrace at Villa Park Sun Island, loungers on the sand under the trees
A beach villa room at Villa Park Sun Island, twin beds, a wall-mounted television and a cane dining set
Inside a beach villa at Villa Park Sun Island, open doors framing the garden and the sand outside
A villa bathroom at Villa Park Sun Island, a sunken tub set into dark stone against marbled walls
A beach villa bedroom at Villa Park Sun Island, a framed red painting above the bed and cane chairs by the doors
A wide tiled villa terrace at Villa Park Sun Island, white columns opening to the sand and the sea
A cane desk beside the bed in a beach villa at Villa Park Sun Island, doors open to the green garden
Twin vessel basins on a dark counter at Villa Park Sun Island, rolled towels on a timber ladder rail
A beach villa bedroom at Villa Park Sun Island, lime green cushions and a long banquette by the window
A beach villa at Villa Park Sun Island seen from the sand, blue and turquoise loungers outside it
A shaded villa veranda at Villa Park Sun Island, a blue cushioned bench looking out through the trees
A beach villa interior at Villa Park Sun Island, a writing desk and sofa facing the curtained window
A villa bathroom at Villa Park Sun Island, a freestanding tub beside a green tiled walk-in shower
A beach villa bedroom at Villa Park Sun Island, leaf print wallpaper behind the bed and a navy sofa
An open-air shower court at Villa Park Sun Island, white walls open to the palms and a green towel ladder
A covered villa terrace at Villa Park Sun Island, timber chairs and an outdoor shower post on the sand
A villa sitting area at Villa Park Sun Island, a navy sofa and red curtains framing the beach outside
A sunken bath in blue tiles at Villa Park Sun Island, coloured glass pendants hanging above it
A villa bathroom at Villa Park Sun Island, twin basins under black framed mirrors on a patterned floor
A beach villa bedroom at Villa Park Sun Island, a banana leaf headboard panel and a red side table
Villa Park Sun Island from the air, shingled villa roofs each with a turquoise plunge pool behind the beach
A water villa bedroom at Villa Park Sun Island, polished timber floors and a desk beside the balcony doors
A villa bathroom at Villa Park Sun Island, a granite counter and shaving mirror by a louvred window
A water villa bedroom at Villa Park Sun Island, lime green cushions on the bed and blue curtains at the window
A water villa at Villa Park Sun Island standing on white stilts, red loungers on its deck above the lagoon
A water villa balcony at Villa Park Sun Island, a timber lounger and a planter of greenery facing the sea
A water villa bedroom at Villa Park Sun Island, balcony doors open to a cane chair and the open sea
A water villa bedroom at Villa Park Sun Island, late afternoon light falling across the timber floor
A long line of water villas at Villa Park Sun Island, grey roofs on stilts over the turquoise shallows
Sunset from a water villa balcony at Villa Park Sun Island, two timber loungers facing the low sun
A villa bathroom at Villa Park Sun Island, a round basin and tall oval mirror beside a blue tiled shower
Villa Park Sun Island from the air, villas under the palms along the beach with the jetty beyond
A pool villa bedroom at Villa Park Sun Island, leaf print walls and doors open to the pool terrace
A villa interior at Villa Park Sun Island, a navy sofa facing a plum coloured desk and oval mirror
A private villa pool at Villa Park Sun Island, dark blue tiles and two orange woven chairs beside it
A bath set into sage green tiles at Villa Park Sun Island, coloured pendants and pink flowers above
A pool villa bedroom at Villa Park Sun Island, a leaf print headboard and red curtains at the terrace doors
A villa bedroom at Villa Park Sun Island, an arched pink mirror on the wall and frangipani on the table
A private villa pool at Villa Park Sun Island, turquoise tiles behind a white slatted privacy screen
Villa Park Sun Island from the air at golden hour, villas set back under palms along the curving beach
A villa bathroom at Villa Park Sun Island, a blue tiled shower cubicle and an outdoor tub in the courtyard
A pool villa bedroom at Villa Park Sun Island, two woven teal chairs at a round table beside the bed
A villa bedroom at Villa Park Sun Island, red curtains at the terrace doors and a woven pendant above
Villa Resorts

Villa Park Sun Island

₹ 254,900
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Double occupancy, 3 or 7 nights, full board, return domestic flight, all taxes included except TCS · 1 Oct to 31 Oct 2027

Villa Park Sun Island sits in South Ari Atoll, on the stretch of the Maldives where whale sharks are seen all year. Getting there is a short domestic flight to Maamigili and a five-minute boat, and that flight is already inside every price on this page.

It is a large, busy island built for families and groups. Twelve villa types are priced here, all on breakfast, lunch and dinner, with a kids' club, Park Players, open from 10:00 to 22:00. The five cheapest villas sit close together in price, so choose by position rather than budget.

What you pay

Pick your dates and a villa and the price is the whole stay for two: the villa, breakfast, lunch and dinner, the return domestic flight and boat, and every tax, green tax included. Nothing more is payable at the resort for those.

The flight is paid once, so stay longer. Three nights in a Sun Villa from 11 May 2027 are ₹180,900. Seven nights in the same villa are ₹306,900, so the extra four nights add less than the first three did.

The seaplane is an upgrade, not the default. It takes about 35 minutes, adds ₹30,900 for two, and the last one leaves at 15:30 against 17:00 for the flight. We price it on request.

What's included, and what isn't

In the price: your villa for two, breakfast, lunch and dinner, the return domestic flight to Maamigili and the boat to the island, and every Maldivian tax including green tax.

Not in the price: your international flights, travel insurance, drinks at the bars and with meals, the three all-inclusive plans, the seaplane, whale shark trips and other excursions, diving and spa, the compulsory Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve dinners, Indian TCS, and anything not named above.

Who this isn't for

Anyone who wants to snorkel from the villa. The good reef is one stretch, reached by a ladder off the jetty behind Al Pontile, the Italian restaurant. It drops about three metres straight down, so it suits confident swimmers. The rest of the lagoon is shallow sand, the coral near the villas is mostly dead, and water shoes help.

Anyone landing in Malé after 17:00. Miss the last flight and you spend a night in Malé at your own expense before the morning transfer. For a short trip on late flights, its sister resort, Villa Nautica, Paradise Island, is twenty minutes away by speedboat at any hour.

Anyone after a quiet island. Villa Park is big and sociable, and it feels it at the buffet and on the beach.

Before you book

24 December 2026 to 10 January 2027 is not priced on this page. Seven nights is the minimum, the Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve gala dinners are compulsory, and nobody checks out on 24 or 31 December. We can still book it.

Two-bedroom villas for four or more are not priced on this page, but we can book them. Tell us the ages of any children and we will price them in. The kids' club takes ages 3 to 11.

Dates not shown here, up to 31 October 2027, are priced on request. Book the international flight to land before 17:00 before you pay for anything else.

Send us your dates, your flight times and who is travelling, and we will price three and seven nights side by side, with the seaplane shown if you want it. Message our Maldives specialists on WhatsApp or send us an enquiry. We reply within 24 hours.

House reef 3/5 Fine

You will enjoy it. You would not cross an atoll for it.

One good stretch, and it is the one everyone finds: behind the Italian restaurant, where a ladder off the jetty drops you onto the reef edge. More live coral and bigger fish there than anywhere else on the island, including the occasional whale shark. The entry is about three metres deep straight down, so it suits confident swimmers. The rest of the lagoon is shallow, sandy and largely coral-free, the coral by the bungalows is mostly dead, and you will want water shoes on the shoreline.

How we score house reefs, and every island ranked →

Getting there

Route Domestic flight + speedboat
Journey 25 min, airport to island
Last arrival that works 17:00

Land at Velana after 17:00 and the last transfer of the day will have gone, which means a night in Malé before you reach the island.

There is a second way in. Seaplane, about 35 min, for arrivals at Velana up to 15:30.

A domestic flight to Maamigili then a five-minute boat, and it runs later and costs less than the seaplane. Land after 17:00 and you are transferred the next morning at your own cost.

Transfer details last checked August 2026. We re-check yours against your actual ticket before we quote. See what your flight can reach →

Choose Your Villa

All packages include full board, transfers and island activities.

Beach Villa

Spacious villa with direct beach access set among lush tropical gardens. Ideal for couples and families seeking a classic Maldivian beachfront experience.
  • Direct beach access
  • King or twin bed configuration
  • Indoor and outdoor shower
  • Private terrace with sun loungers
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Deluxe Beach Villa

An elevated beachfront villa with enhanced space, refined interiors and stunning lagoon views from a generous private terrace.
  • Direct beach access with lagoon views
  • Larger floor plan than Beach Villa
  • Indoor and outdoor shower
  • Spacious private terrace
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Water Villa

Iconic overwater villa perched above the turquoise South Ari lagoon with a private deck and direct ocean access — the quintessential Maldives experience.
  • Overwater with direct lagoon access
  • Private sun deck over the water
  • Glass floor panel to view marine life
  • Steps into the lagoon from deck
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Beach Pool Villa

A private beachfront villa with your own plunge pool set in lush tropical gardens — perfect for those who want seclusion and a pool to themselves.
  • Private plunge pool
  • Direct beach access
  • Spacious indoor and outdoor living
  • Private garden and sun terrace
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Lagoon Beach Pool Villa

Luxurious lagoon-facing villa with a private infinity pool and sweeping views over the South Ari Atoll — the ultimate Villa Park indulgence.
  • Private infinity pool facing the lagoon
  • Panoramic lagoon views
  • Direct beach access
  • Expansive terrace and outdoor living
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Sunset Water Villa

An overwater villa perfectly positioned to capture spectacular sunsets over South Ari Atoll, with a private deck and direct lagoon access.
  • West-facing for sunset views
  • Private overwater deck
  • Direct lagoon access from deck
  • Glass floor panel to view marine life
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Where in the Maldives?

Frequently Asked Questions

How far is Villa Park from the airport? +
Villa Park is in South Ari Atoll — approximately 35 minutes by domestic flight from Velana International Airport, followed by a short speedboat transfer.
What is the transfer type to Villa Park? +
Transfers are by domestic flight to Ari Atoll airport, followed by a speedboat to the resort. Both legs are included in packages offered by 360 Degree World.
Is Villa Park suitable for families? +
Yes — Villa Park has the largest kids club in the Maldives, Park Players, open daily 10:00-22:00 for children aged 3-11.99 years, with a kids pool, babysitting and full activity programme.
What meal plans are available? +
Packages through 360 Degree World include full board (breakfast, lunch and dinner). Villa Park also offers All-Inclusive, Dine-Around Premium All-Inclusive, and Infinity Plan upgrades at the resort.
Can I see whale sharks at Villa Park? +
Yes — South Ari Atoll is one of the few places in the world where whale sharks are found year-round. Villa Park offers dedicated whale shark excursions as a signature experience.
What dining options are available? +
Villa Park has 9 restaurants and bars: Maaniya (international buffet), ZERO (treetop jungle dining), Sun Star (Thai), Al Pontile (Italian), Teppanyaki (Japanese), La Tropicana (Brazilian beach bar), Mekunu Bar, Vaani Bar and Pool Bar.
Is there a spa at Villa Park? +
Yes — Araamu Spa is a tropical garden sanctuary offering Ayurvedic healing, massages, body scrubs, facials, signature spa journeys, jacuzzi, sauna and steam facilities.
What water sports are available? +
Villa Park has a full watersports centre, diving centre, snorkelling excursions, whale shark and manta trips, dolphin safaris, fishing trips, and private boat hire.

Life at Villa Park Sun Island

Big Island Energy

One of the largest resort islands in the Maldives, Villa Park is made for exploring. Cycle through lush jungle paths, discover hidden beaches and soak in the island's natural beauty at your own pace.

Soak Up the Sun 🌞

Made for Every Moment

From lively beach gatherings to quiet lagoon evenings, Villa Park brings people together. Whether travelling with friends, family or a loved one, the island has a rhythm that suits every pace.

Gather & Celebrate 🎉

South Ari Atoll

Surrounded by the turquoise waters of South Ari Atoll — one of the few places in the world where whale sharks are found year-round — Villa Park sits at the heart of some of the Maldives' most spectacular marine territory.

Into the Blue 🤿

Island from Above

Dense jungle, winding pathways and a full spectrum of villa categories spread across the island. Villa Park's scale sets it apart — there is always something new to discover, on land and in the water.

Explore Every Corner 🗺️

Curated by Maldives Specialists

Every resort we feature is personally vetted by our founders — so you book with confidence.

Pranjal

Pranjal

Founder & Maldives Specialist

Selling the Maldives since 2004. He will tell you when a well-known name is not what it used to be.

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Amosha

Co-Founder & Maldives Specialist

Meticulous attention to detail and deep resort relationships for seamless, personalised journeys.

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