Niyama Private Islands

Maldives, Indian Ocean

Virgin rating

Beach Villa
Beach Villa
Deluxe Beach Villa
Beach Pool Villa
Beach Pool Villa
Family Beach Pool Villa
Family Beach Pool Villa
Family Beach Pool Villa
Family Beach Pool Villa
One Bedroom Beach Pool Pavilion
The Crescent
The Crescent
Blu
Blu
Epicure
Fahrenheit
Tribal
Nest
Nest
Edge
Edge
Edge
Dune Bar
Movie under the stars
Spa
Kids club
Kids club
Beach Villa
Beach Villa
Deluxe Beach Villa
Beach Pool Villa
Beach Pool Villa
Family Beach Pool Villa
Family Beach Pool Villa
Family Beach Pool Villa
Family Beach Pool Villa
One Bedroom Beach Pool Pavilion
The Crescent
The Crescent
Blu
Blu
Epicure
Fahrenheit
Tribal
Nest
Nest
Edge
Edge
Edge
Dune Bar
Movie under the stars
Spa
Kids club
Kids club

The hotel

Niyama’s twin islands offer up the luxury of choice, from chic serenity on the isle of Chill to the adrenaline and excitement on the isle of Play — or a combination of both as your mood dictates! The resort serves up one of the best dining scenes in the Maldives with no less than seven restaurants, including four unique options: Nest is a one-of-a-kind dining concept in the Maldives featuring four cuisines of Asia, including Teppanyaki, Thai, Chinese and Indonesian; Tribal offers a uniquely authentic cultural experience of African, Central and South American tribal cuisines; Edge provides exclusive overwater dining, accessible by boat, featuring delicate Indian Ocean flavours and fresh local seafood; and, below Edge, Subsix Underwater Playground is hidden out in the ocean and six metres below the waterline. There are also two all-day dining restaurants, two bars, a coffee shop and personalised destination dining options, both on and off shore. If you have little ones, the Explorers Children’s Club pioneers excitement to new levels, with activities for different age groups and interests. An outdoor fun area has a playground, trampoline, splash park and stage, whilst Munch, the mini gourmet kitchen, offers cooking classes and food and drinks for their different tastes. Throughout the resort, family-spirited accommodation, dining and experiences abound — sophistication meets exploration, with extra special attention lavished on VIPs both large and small. Take time to soak up the raw beauty of the unspoilt beaches and blue lagoon, revel in spectacular Ocean views from your luxurious studio, suite or pavilion, explore the islands by bike, and treat yourself to a recharge at LIME Spa, featuring eight iconic treatment rooms and world-renowned products, including Gentlemen’s Tonic and Intraceuticals. You won’t want to leave!

Amenities

  • Sailing
  • Scuba Diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Water Skiing
  • Bar
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Games Room
  • Internet Access
  • Restaurant
  • Spa
  • Swimming Pool
  • Beachfront location

Where is it

One destination across two linked islands in the South Western Atoll of Dhaalu in the Maldives. Transfer time for Malé International Airport: 45 minutes by seaplane. Please note: seaplane transfers to/from your resort will only operate in daylight hours. Please ensure your international flights into and out of Malé allow for this schedule. Enjoy complimentary drinks and snacks in the Niyama lounge at the seaplane terminal.

Hotel information

134 luxury studios, suites and pavilions with and direct beach or lagoon access. All with king bedroom, some with open-air showers, private deck with swing, sun loungers and dining table, in-room entertainment system with LED TV, on-request films and Bose® Surround System, complimentary WiFi, Deli-In with a full-size fridge with gourmet treats, popcorn machine, ’Thakuru' personalised butler service. Beach Villas have direct beach access with sunrise views, open-air bathroom and 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 3 adults or 2 adults and 1 child. 


Half Board option: Includes breakfast and dinner at Epicure or BLU restaurants (with the exception of special dinners, lobster and seafood platters). Guests dining à la carte in Nest, Tribal or Edge for dinner or destination dining (not applicable to free Half Board upgrades) enjoy $95 net food credit per adult.

Full Board option: Includes breakfast at Epicure, lunch at Epicure, Dune and The Deli and dinner at Epicure or BLU restaurants (with the exception of special dinners, lobster and seafood platters). Guests dining à la carte in Tribal, Edge, Dune, Nest, Subsix or destination dining enjoy $40 net food credit for lunch and $95 net food credit for dinner.

Please note: Drinks are not included in Half Board and Full Board options. Children under 12 years receive 3 complimentary meals a day from the children's menu and buffet. If dining from à la carte, 50% discount off adult price applies. Half Board and Full Board not available 24 Dec or 31 Dec, however lunch (optional) may be booked. 

Deluxe Beach Villas have direct beach access with sunset views, open-air bathroom and 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 3 adults or 2 adults and 1 child.

Beach Pool Villas have direct beach access with sunrise views, private pool, open-air bathroom and 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 3 adults or 2 adults and 1 child.

Deluxe Beach Pool Villas have direct beach access with sunset views, private pool, open-air bathroom and 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 3 adults or 2 adults and 1 child.

Over Water Pool Villas have a private infinity pool and stairs leading from the private deck straight into the lagoon, with 1 king-size bed sleeping maximum 3 adults.

Deluxe Over Water Pool Villas are more spacious over-water studios, with the addition of a Jacuzzi as well as private pool, sleeping maximum 3 adults.

Family Beach Pool Villas have an indoor/outdoor floor plan, living area with sofa bed, direct beach access, sunrise views and a private 'family sized' plunge pool, sleeping maximum 4 adults and 1 child.

Deluxe Family Beach Pool Villas have an indoor/outdoor floor plan, living area with sofa bed, direct beach access, sunset views and a private 'family sized' plunge pool, sleeping maximum 4 adults and 1 child.

A range of 1-3 bedroom pavilions are also available, all with sunset views, direct beach or lagoon access and private infinity pools with jacuzzi.

6 restaurants: Nest (treehouse-style Asian restaurant, open for Teppanyaki dinner); Tribal (African, Central and South American tribal cuisines, open for dinner); Subsix Underwater Playground (gourmet dining, open for set menu lunch and underwater glow parties twice per week); Edge restaurant and lounge (over-water local cuisine and seafood, open for dinner); Blu (breakfast and all-day dining family-style, Mediterranean restaurant); Epicure (breakfast buffet, International à la carte lunch and dinner, including regular themed dinner buffets); The Deli - Coffee shop (take-away deli delights). Fahrenheit rooftop bar with ocean views and live music; Dune al fresco lounge (open air lounge bar and beach club); Destination Dining* (personalised dining experiences). 

3D cinema under the stars*. 

Spa* (6 lagoon-view treatment rooms, 2 treatment sanctuaries with private gardens, outdoor bath, rain shower and daybed), plus a lime tree garden with plunge pools, Vitality juice bar, yoga and wellness. Complimentary sauna and steam zone. 24-hour gym. FLOAT water sports* including water-skiing, sailing, PADI certified diving and fishing; snorkelling. Surfing*. Marine Biology Lab* – marine life, coral rehabilitation and education centre. Dhonis* – Traditional Maldivian boats – ‘ivory sails’ with ensuite bedrooms. Tennis and football courts (lessons*). Kids club (3–12 years complimentary, 1-3 years at a charge). 

The Lair library. Professional photo studio*. Boutiques. Island-wide complimentary WiFi.

7 nights 20 Dec–8 Jan

*Denotes local charge.

Please note: to ensure our customer's safety, we are unable to offer over water accommodation to children under the age of 12.

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Jan 25, 2025 Go58339714923

It’s amazing island, amazing service with amazing stuff. Our takuru was Shanun, who is helpfull, kind, well prepared. He helped us a lot. The beach is beautiful. Our villa was well equipped. The restaurants are multicoloured. We will shortly come back.
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Jan 25, 2025 Peter R

Had a fantastic stay at Niyama. I couldn’t fault a single thing. Particularly the brilliant, friendly staff. Shammu, our thakuru, was exceptional. From the moment you arrive at Niyama to the moment you leave, everything is taken care of, leaving you to enjoy these beautiful islands without a care in the world.
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Jan 24, 2025 Yangning Z

I’ve had an amazing holiday in Niyama.The scenery and food are very impressive.And the people are much nicer!Gia is such a nice person,she look after us,send plan everyday and rely very fast.We like her.I lost my sunglasses in the sea and ShuHan helped me found it!Thats unbelievable.My lucky ⭐️!Thierry and Adriel took a really nice photos for me… Read more
I’ve had an amazing holiday in Niyama.The scenery and food are very impressive.And the people are much nicer!Gia is such a nice person,she look after us,send plan everyday and rely very fast.We like her.I lost my sunglasses in the sea and ShuHan helped me found it!Thats unbelievable.My lucky ⭐️!Thierry and Adriel took a really nice photos for me and my mum ,that made our trip more memorable.We love Niyama so much . Read less
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Jan 24, 2025 László S

The location is superb, the quality of the accommodation meals all the services are top quality. Staff is professional at all levels. Our thakuru Shanun is amazing, he solved all our requests at once with the most efficient way. I recommend this place to all who look for value and high quality vacation. Thank for the experience of a lifetime…… Read more
The location is superb, the quality of the accommodation meals all the services are top quality. Staff is professional at all levels. Our thakuru Shanun is amazing, he solved all our requests at once with the most efficient way. I recommend this place to all who look for value and high quality vacation. Thank for the experience of a lifetime… Laszlo Stundl Read less
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Jan 24, 2025 Nouf A

It was my third time in the Maldives and we had our best time at Niyama as finally it wasn’t boring. Niyama offered us a lot of fun activities like jet ski, fly boarding, parasailing, DJ and cocktail parties, live music during the dinner, delicious teppanyaki. Room was big and clean with the fantastic view! Special thanks to our thaluru Yulia who… Read more
It was my third time in the Maldives and we had our best time at Niyama as finally it wasn’t boring. Niyama offered us a lot of fun activities like jet ski, fly boarding, parasailing, DJ and cocktail parties, live music during the dinner, delicious teppanyaki. Room was big and clean with the fantastic view! Special thanks to our thaluru Yulia who took great care of all our arrangements and reminded things for us. We will definitely be back for longer time! Read less