Dining
Dhoni Bar
POOLSIDE BAR
Dhoni bar, named after the traditional wooden Dhoni boat, an iconic part of Maldivian culture, is the best place to watch the sunset. Slide onto a chaise-longue on the expansive deck surrounding the infinity pool and slick back a cocktail while taking in the fabulous views.
Open daily from 10:00 to midnight
Dream Bar
POOLSIDE BAR
Whether you love being in the pool or soaking up the sun right beside it, the eponymous Dream Bar located on Dream Island, will come in handy. From early morning until midnight, drinks are poured and light snacks are served.
Open daily from 09:00 to midnight
Island Pizza
BEACHFRONT PIZZERIA
A pizzeria with a tropical twist. Set on the shores of Main Island next to our Sunrise pool, the unique, laid-back lunch spot is perfect for a midday break from the sun. On the menu is a mix of classic and seasonal pizzas, but also deli-style sandwiches, gourmet burgers and other light snacks.
Open daily from 12:00 to 16:00
Lagoon Bar
OVERWATER BAR
Lagoon Bar is set on Main Island’s gorgeous beach, but the expansive terrace – ideal for lively shows and performances – extends out over the lagoon. Head here for the cocktails and stay for the incredible views.
Open daily from 9:00 to midnight
Maghrib Grill
SURF & TURF
Maghrib Grill, located on Dream Island, offers an unforgettable surf and turf dining experience with your toes in the sand. Open for dinner, the grill faces the serene sea, and under a starry sky, you can savor grilled-to-perfection steaks and fresh-from-the-sea bounty in a magical yet relaxed setting.
Dinner (18:30-22:00)
MALAAFAIY
GLOBAL
Centrally located for guests staying on Dream Island, Malaafaiy is the island’s main restaurant open from morning till night. In Dhivehi, ‘Malaafaiy’ means “delicious” or “tasty”. You will often hear locals say “Malaafaiy” to express how much they enjoy a dish. Enjoy a variety of cuisines served buffet-style with live cooking and themed nights. There’s something for every palate.
All day dining (7:00-10:00/ 12:30-14:30/ 18:30-21:00)
Namaste
INDIAN
Namaste’s open kitchen allows you to get a sneak peek of the chef’s cooking up a feast. Think freshly-baked naan flatbreads, curries bursting with aromatic spices, platters for sharing family-style… This is Indian cuisine with flair. Take a seat under one of the private cabanas facing the beach. A date night for the books.
Dinner (18:30-22:00)
Siyam Orchid
THAI FINE-DINING
The interior design and vibe is sleek and moody – the perfect ambiance to indulge in a fusion of Thai cuisine with a hint of Maldivian. While Siyam Orchid is an evening restaurant with a great wine list too, it also serves as an exclusive breakfast venue for select guests.
Dinner from 18:30 to 22:00 (Closed on Mondays)
Sunrise Bar
POOLSIDE BAR
Located on Main Island, adjacent to the main swimming pool is Sunrise bar. Open from morning until late, it’s the go-to spot for delicious cocktails, snacks, and gorgeous views.
Open daily from 10:00 to midnight
Sunset Restaurant
GLOBAL
Located on Main Island, this all-day dining restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner with a distinctly tropical Maldivian touch. Set partially on the beach, with an expansive overwater terrace that feels like dining above the lagoon, guests can indulge in a diverse range of global cuisines served buffet-style. At the live cooking stations, chefs prepare dishes to order, allowing you to savor as many fresh, flavorful plates as you desire.
All day dining (7:30-10:00/ 12:30-14:30/ 18:30-21:00)
Teppanyaki
ASIAN CUISINE
Immerse yourself in a dining experience that transcends the ordinary, as skilled chefs showcase their expertise on sizzling Teppan grills right before your eyes. Delight in the theatrical performance of knife skills, precise manoeuvres, and the mesmerising flames that bring each dish to life.
Open daily for dinner (18:30 to 22:00)
Olive Bar
BAR ON DREAM ISLAND
Take a seat in an easy chair and enjoy light bites and drinks, right until the sun dips below the horizon, and beyond.
Pool Service: 09:00 to 18:00
Beverage Service: 09:00 to 00:00
High Tea: 15:00 to 18:00
Crust & Flame
PIZZAS & BURGERS
Head over to Dream Island for a wood-fired pizza or a juicy burger served with a side of lagoon views. The perfect escape.
Lunch: 12:30 to 16:00
Dinner: 18:30 to 21:00
Romance Bar
BAR ON ROMANCE ISLAND
Is there a better way to relax and enjoy this tropical paradise than with a cool drink on the beach or by the pool? Here, the day passes wonderfully calmly accompanied by fruity cocktails, fresh juices, refreshing drinks with and without alcohol, and a selection of delicious snacks.
Pool Service: 06:00 to 18:00
Beverage Service: 09:00 to 00:00
The Bar
BAR ON ROMANCE ISLAND
Located on Romance Island, The Bar is the place to go for poolside drinks from morning till night. There’s even a high tea service at 16:00.
Pool Service: 06:00 to 18:00
Beverage Service: 08:00 to 00:00
High Tea: 16:00 to 17:30
The Restaurant
GLOBAL
Embark on a culinary journey with our around-the-world buffet, showcasing an array of international cuisines. Our buffet-style dining means there is something for every palate. The Restaurant is perfect for those who can’t make up their mind and want to try a bit of everything, but also families or groups of friends travelling together.
All day dining (7:30-10:00 / 12:30-14:30 / 18:30-21:00)
Culinarium
FINE-DINING
First, the location. Culinarium is set on a jetty in the middle of the sea, making for a most unique atmosphere. The fine-dining venue is perfect for date night.
Open daily from 18:30 to 22:00 (except Wednesdays)
The Bite
LIGHT BITES
Whether between two swims in the pool or two dips in the Indian Ocean, you may have worked up an appetite. Head over to The Bite on Romance Island for pizzas, the juiciest burgers, and other light nibbles.
Open daily for lunch (12:30 to 16:00) and dinner (18:30 to 21:00)
Thea's Coffee Shop
CAFE
Just because you are living it up in the Maldives doesn’t mean you don’t miss a city café. Pop by Thea’s Coffee Shop for a cup of joe your way. Take it to go if you’re headed to the beach or relax inside the cute café with a book. There’s mixed seating to suit your style. It’s also the perfect place to catch up on emails.
Open daily from 09:00 to 22:00
Kate / June 17, 2023
Big green island of 3 parts, totally felt like in Maldivian village, very simple and cozy. providing different types of accommodation, a lot of choices for food. Big difference between malafayi (for upper accommodation level ) and main restaurant (for all categories). 1st is very good!
Resort has problems with beach, only one part of the island (near water villas dream island part) can be considered as Maldives. Others have a lot of sea grass and beach looks like small lake. There are also difficulties with transportation, as shuttles run infrequently and are almost always full. Hotel is popular for Indian Market.
Dasha / August 10, 2023
Large green resort, consists of 3 islands – connected by small bridges. The rooms correspond to the declared price of the hotel. Family hotel. Large selection of food in restaurants. Buffet restaurants are divided into 2 – for different categories of rooms. There is a big lagoon. Not everywhere the beach is beautiful – there are sea grass. But this also has its own charm – the hotel has its own turtle, which lives in the ocean and is a regular guest of the hotel. The hotel calls the reason for this – algae. Also, the hotel has the opportunity to watch manta rays and luminous plankton. Again, the hotel comments that they do not violate the eco system of the island.
Guzel / July 8, 2024
Sun Siym Olhuveli is located in 45 min by speedboat from Male.
The island is big and consists of 3 parts connected to each other by bridges. The islands offer a large variety of room types and dining options.
Sun Siym Olhuveli has cosy beach villas and grand beach villas with pools. The rooms are quite spacious and looking fresh and full of light.
On a Dream Island there are beautiful Grand water villas with pools. They look very new, very spacious and stylish. Have enough privacy and can be great for couples.
Romance Olhuveli is a new resort only for adults. Romantic beach villa with pool and Romantic Water villa with pool have a good level of privacy and a romantic decoration with a big round bed.
Rooms in Dreams and Romance parts have higher category and price than Olhuveli.
Olhuveli has a dine around option. There are 7 restaurants and 4 bars in total. The food is good, there is a good choice of dishes and cuisines.
The spa center provides professional treatments with a very affordable price.
The resort has daily entertainment programs with a live music band or beach parties.
The beaches have some nuances. Sometimes it can be very low level of seawater, in some places you can see the sea grass.
There can be difficulties with transportation, because the island is big and the shuttles go not so often and they are almost always full.
I would recommend this island for all guests who want to enjoy Maldives at a very affordable rate. The resort has a good correlation of price and quality.