Sun Shine View

Name: Sun Shine View
Address: Vilares, Maafushi, 08090, mv
Price range: $$$

Vilares

Travellers' Choice 2025

Exceptional

187 reviews

9.1

Travellers' Choice 2025

Beachfront Location

Steps from the sand and lagoon, the guesthouse offers easy access to the beach and spectacular sunset views.

Local Island Experience

Stay in a family-run guesthouse and experience day-to-day life on a quiet inhabited island in Raa Atoll.

Home-Style Maldivian Dining

Freshly cooked breakfast and dinner feature local recipes, with seafood caught by the island's fishermen.

Arranged Excursions

From sandbank picnics to night fishing, the team can arrange authentic Maldives excursions during your stay.

Popular Facilities

Private beach area

Sun loungers

Sun umbrellas

Outdoor shower

Beach towels

Restaurant

Rooms

Location

Property policies

Children and extra beds

Children of all ages are welcome. Guests aged 18 and above are considered adults.

All children are welcome.

Extra beds are not available for rooms that are already at maximum occupancy.

Please contact the property in advance if you require a cot or extra bed.

Others

Pets are not allowed.
For group bookings of 5 rooms or more, complimentary airport transfer and a group dinner can be arranged.
Check-in is allowed for guests aged 18 and above. Children may check in with a parent or guardian.
Accepted payment methods: Cash (USD/MVR), Visa, Mastercard, Bank transfer

Some helpful facts

Check-in/Check-out

Check-in from:14:00

Check-out until:12:00

Getting around

Distance from Male:Approximately 180 km by air

Travel time to airport:Domestic flight about 50 minutes, speedboat about 25 minutes

Transfer method:Domestic flight from Malé to Ifuru Domestic Airport, then speedboat to Vilares

The property

Number of rooms:12

Number of restaurants:1

Number of bars/lounges:1

Important Information

Extra Person Charges

USD 30 per person per night for an extra bed, inclusive of breakfast.

Check In Requirements

A government-issued photo ID or passport is required at check-in.

Special Requests

Dietary requirements and room preferences should be communicated at least 48 hours before arrival.

Payment Details

A deposit may be required to guarantee the booking. The balance can be paid in cash or by card at the property.

Accepted Payments

Cash (USD/MVR)
Visa
Mastercard
Bank transfer

Cashless Transactions

The property is cash-friendly but card payments are also accepted. ATMs are not available on Vilares; bring sufficient cash or use the property's card machine.

Safety Features

Fire extinguishers
Smoke detectors
Life jackets
First aid kit
Safety deposit boxes at reception

Property Suitability For Children

Families are welcome, but the house reef drops sharply in some areas. Children should be supervised while swimming and snorkelling.

Cultural Norms Note

Vilares is a local inhabited island and alcohol is not permitted in public areas. Dress modestly when walking through the village and remove shoes when entering homes and the guesthouse.

Fees & Taxes

Mandatory Charges:

Maldivian Green Tax: USD 3.00 per person per night (Adult), USD 3.00 per person per night (Child)

All rates are subject to 16% Tourism Goods and Services Tax (TGST) and Maldivian Green Tax unless stated otherwise.

Transfer Fee: Round-trip transfer (Malé - Ifuru - Vilares) - USD 280 per adult; USD 160 per child (2-11 years)

Frequently Asked Questions