Huge villas with water slides plunging into the lagoon, more than twenty restaurants, a gigantic floating water park… and above all, an almost surreal surprise: a Marwari horse ranch from Rajasthan, the only one in the Maldives.
Born of the owner’s passion for horseback riding, dressage, and this Marwari breed in particular—which evokes the India of the Maharajas and is renowned for its loyalty to the rider—the ranch is a precious haven in the middle of the island: the stables are impeccably maintained, the horses are pampered, surrounded by farm animals—including chickens, guinea fowl, multicolored birds, and flower-filled groves—and open to the public only at certain times so as not to disturb the tranquility of the ranch and its inhabitants.
In the early morning, the horses roam the island as if they were its guardians.

For travelers, it offers a chance to experience the Maldives in a different way: horseback rides along the water’s edge, gentle lessons for beginners, or simply spending time with the animals in a setting that encourages you to let go.
In fact, Siyam World prides itself on a free and spontaneous atmosphere, a spirit found in every corner of this 54-hectare island: a giant inflatable water park, villas with slides plunging into the lagoon, kids’ clubs, and total freedom offered by the WOW! All Inclusive concept.

In terms of accommodations, the hotel features nearly 500 villas, ranging from intimate cocoons for couples to spacious family residences with slides and private pools. The style is contemporary and bright, designed for both families and groups. The dining options are diverse: twelve restaurants and seven bars, ranging from refined Indian cuisine on stilts to the new Maldivian restaurant Kaage, which showcases the archipelago’s traditional recipes.
Nightly rates starting at €870

Siyam World
, Noonu Atoll, Maldives

By Stéphane Durand