Dhaalu Atoll · ★ 6

Niyama Private Islands Maldives

Island at a glance

Transfer
Seaplane, Domestic flight + speedboat
Typical transfer time
40 min
Meal plans
Half board
Snorkeling
Fair
Beach grade
A
Island size
Medium
Walk around island
30 min
Sandbank
Unavailable
Chinese-language service
Available
Hotel group
Minor Hotel Group
Opened
2012
Island type
Natural island
Seagrass
Unavailable
Villas
135
Restaurants
6
Bars
3
Pools
2
Transfer details

40 min seaplane/30 min domestic flight+7 min speedboat domestic flight+ speedboat, seaplane

Facilities and services

Chinese-speaking staffOcean-view bathUnderwater restaurantWedding photographySeaplane loungeKids’ clubBicyclesButlerPADI dive centerSpaSurfing

Experience ratings

Snorkeling4 / 54
Beach5 / 55
Families5 / 55
Lagoon5 / 55
Honeymoon4 / 54
Photography5 / 55
House reef4 / 54

About the island

Niyama Maldives resort belongs to the Anantara hotel group. Niyama's design style is modern and fashionable, using the three major elements of light, lines and angles to highlight the beauty of luxury and fashion. A major feature of the hotel is having the world's first underwater NightClub; after experiencing the Maldives' underwater restaurants, you may as well look for some new excitement here. Located on the beach or by the crystal lagoon. All guest rooms have 40-inch flat-screen TVs, Bose surround sound systems and minibars. Outdoor bathrooms have bathtubs and soothing rain showers. Lime Spa offers comfortable body massage services and other beauty treatments.

Why stay here

An island opened in 2012, positioned as high-end and fashionable. Rooms are very large, beds are very comfortable, hotel hardware is good, and dining quality is also high. The beach sand is excellent; as for snorkeling, because the area around the island is mainly lagoon, it is not very good. Staff are all very enthusiastic. NIYAMA has now changed its original underwater bar into an underwater restaurant, which you can also experience. Composed of two independent small islands, a unique experience, with an underwater bar, very suitable for honeymoon travel. NIYAMA has a unique surfing point, right at the edge of the island you can catch perfect waves, which also makes it the most convenient island for surfing in the Maldives, without exception. Coupled with the unique Jamaican music bar atmosphere, a unique experience only at NIYAMA.

Highlights

NIYAMA is modern and fashionable, composed of two independent small islands, one called CHILL mainly for honeymoon guests, and one called PLAY island, mainly for family guests. The classification is very reasonable, rooms are comfortable and spacious, there are many dining choices, quality is superior, and the overall experience is very good. Guests who like surfing must not miss it!

Before you go

The snorkeling environment is rather average, not suitable for friends with high snorkeling requirements.

Children’s policy

Children 2-11.99 years old: 3599/person

Villas and rooms

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Beach Villa 5 photos

Beach Villa

Room count · 34Area · 135㎡Private pool · None
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Room Description: The Beach Villa offers breathtaking views of the crystal-clear lagoon, sun-drenched decks, and lush tropical gardens. Sway in the traditional dhoni-shaped swing while watching the sunrise over the horizon. Step inside to discover a fresh white interior accented with vibrant red touches. High-tech entertainment and gourmet snacks create an indoor playground, complete with your very own private waterfall.

Maximum occupancy
3 Adults 1 Child
Beach Pool Villa 5 photos

Beach Pool Villa

Room count · 41Area · 190㎡Private pool · Yes
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Natural vegetation surrounds the spacious sun deck. An oversized bathtub and private outdoor bathroom allow couples to fully enjoy, and the room offers great privacy, with an outdoor reading area and dining seats. The outdoor terrace by the pool extends to the sea, enjoying modern comfort and luxury.

Maximum occupancy
3 Adults 1 Child
Water Pool Villa 5 photos

Water Pool Villa

Room count · 22Area · 175㎡Private pool · Yes
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The ocean vista extends to the horizon, blending pristine beauty with expansive overwater living. Set up a small umbrella by the shore, stretch out on a lounger, and enjoy a lazy nap; a private pool, a privacy wooden screen, arched wooden ceilings, open spaces, and the fusion of indoor and outdoor create nature's palette. A modern and elegant Maldives is your haven and luxury.

Maximum occupancy
3 major
Deluxe Water Pool Villa 6 photos

Deluxe Water Pool Villa

Room count · 14Area · 190㎡Private pool · Yes
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The Luxury Pool Water Villa is larger than the Pool Water Villa, reaching 190 sqm. Fulfill a luxurious dream on the outdoor sunbed. At night, enjoy magnificent ocean views in the Jacuzzi. Beneath the sun deck are beautiful coral reefs; elegant teak decor paired with Maldivian scenery makes your vacation time dreamy and luxurious.

Maximum occupancy
3 major
Family Beach Pool Villa 9 photos

Family Beach Pool Villa

Room count · 10Area · 255㎡Private pool · Yes
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The Family Beach Pool Villa is an oasis for the whole family, leading onto soft sand. Wake up to unbeatable sea views and a spectacular sunrise. Play in your private pool, or lie in the dhoni-shaped swing gazing into the distance. In the evening the living room becomes a super-comfortable space for two. Soak in the comfortable bathtub and enjoy an open-air bath, or choose the indoor and outdoor rain showers to relax surrounded by lush palm trees. Enjoy high-tech entertainment, popcorn and cocktails, and feel the breeze on your face to soft music.

Maximum occupancy
4 adults, 1 child
One Bedroom Water Pool Pavilion 4 photos

One Bedroom Water Pool Pavilion

Room count · 15Area · 340㎡Private pool · Yes
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Explore the vast world in your very own Maldivian aquatic playground. Get up close with the fish swimming beneath your villa. Sunbathe on the deck. Float effortlessly in the infinity pool. If you feel hot, retreat to the shade of the cocoon-shaped hanging sofa bed or return to the living room to enjoy various amenities. After nightfall, soak in the outdoor Jacuzzi, sip cocktails, and admire the starry sky.

Maximum occupancy
3 Adults 1 Child
One Bedroom Beach Pool Pavilion 10 photos

One Bedroom Beach Pool Pavilion

Room count · 14Area · 400㎡Private pool · Yes
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Stay in your beach villa and explore a wonderful world of the senses. Warm fine sand slips through your toes. Let your body glide into the cool pre-dawn pool. Play with the sea breeze, kissed by the sun. Step inside, and there's another world. See what treats await at Deli-In. The scent of pineapple drifts in and out. A faint saltiness of fresh popcorn lingers on your fingertips—perhaps that's what seawater tastes like. Smoked salmon is silky and smooth, and creamy chocolate evokes fond childhood memories. Your favorite music flows through the air, with high-tech speakers perfectly rendering every note. Before bed, take a shower under the rain shower, letting the gentle water caress your body.

Maximum occupancy
3 Adults 1 Child
Two Bedroom Ocean Pool Pavilion 7 photos

Two Bedroom Ocean Pool Pavilion

Room count · 2Area · 515㎡Private pool · Yes
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Enjoy top-tier Maldivian leisure living. In the suspended cocoon swing, let your thoughts drift away. Everywhere you look is blue sea and sky. The cool, azure infinity pool meets the deep blue ocean. Champagne glasses clink, the gentle waves are soft, and tropical birds sing softly, blending into a harmonious symphony. Step inside, where the island breeze sweeps through spacious areas, two king-size bedrooms, a sunken living room, dining room, and cocktail bar, with refreshing tones bringing coolness away from the sun. When night falls, enjoy intimate moments. Stargaze through the telescope or immerse yourself in the villa's charming serene atmosphere.

Maximum occupancy
6 Adults 2 Children
Two Bedroom Beach Pool Pavilion 9 photos

Two Bedroom Beach Pool Pavilion

Room count · 1Area · 635㎡Private pool · Yes
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The Two-Bedroom Beach Pool Pavilion has two spacious bedrooms. A deck surrounded by jungle. Lush. Vibrant. Private and secluded. The perfect setting for a wonderful holiday. Curl up on the sofa with a book and feel the garden breeze, or embrace the sea for snorkeling fun. Host a fun pool party to light up the night—fiber optic lights and underwater speakers make the pool extra enchanting—or quietly enjoy a surf and turf dinner under the stars.

Maximum occupancy
4 adults or 2 adults 2 children
Three Bedroom Beach Pool Pavilion 8 photos

Three Bedroom Beach Pool Pavilion

Room count · 1Area · 770㎡Private pool · 2 seats
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The family gathers in a paradise exclusively yours. Under the sun, children play on the private beach. Adults can leisurely savor wine or enjoy a rare massage in the villa's private treatment room. Two private pools mean intimate time for parents and lively water fun for the family can both happen. In the evening, squeeze into the dhoni-shaped swing for a chat, or enjoy fresh popcorn together while watching a surround-sound movie. The whole family can find favorite homemade ice cream, desserts, and tasty snacks at the Deli-In deli area.

Maximum occupancy
9 major
The Crescent 6 photos

The Crescent

Room count · 1Area · 1045㎡Private pool · 5 seats
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The five-villa complex floats on the sea like a crescent moon, accommodating up to 14 adults and 8 children. At the center is a two-bedroom ocean-view pool villa, flanked by two one-bedroom overwater villas and two deluxe overwater cabanas, all five villas with private pools. Two dedicated private butlers, a private chef, and a housekeeper ensure your island oasis runs smoothly. Have fun in the central villa, eating popcorn and watching movies. Rest in your private overwater villa, take a dip in the lagoon below, then enjoy the warm sunshine in the pool. The beat of Bodu Beru drums sets the rhythm of the island. Unrestricted overwater living beyond your wildest imagination.

Maximum occupancy
14 Adults 8 Children

Restaurants and bars

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Subsix

Subsix

Service style · Order foodGourmet flavours · Western Cuisine & WineDress code · Casual & Relaxed
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Take a speedboat to Subsix and descend the dramatic three-tier staircase. Italian minimalist chandeliers light the space overhead, shining like coral. Step deep inside, have a drink at the shell-shaped bar, or sit in the soft anemone chairs and admire the layered mirror-shell shapes cascading from the ceiling. In the restaurant six meters underwater, let the cuisine dance on your tongue. Enjoy champagne breakfast, underwater lunch, delicious dinner and DJ nights in this reef theater. Underwater light parties light up every Wednesday and Saturday night.

Hours
12:00-14:30
Edge

Edge

Service style · Order foodGourmet flavours · International cuisineDress code · Casual & Smart
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Edge is an exclusive overwater restaurant accessible only by boat. Edge focuses on fresh local seafood, including some Maldivian reef fish, elevated with modern cooking techniques. Take a speedboat across the waves. A gentle breeze blows under the large white canopy. Clear waters lap beside you. On your plate are meticulously crafted, master-level Indian Ocean delicacies.

Hours
12:00-14:30
Epicure 6 photos

Epicure

Service style · BuffetGourmet flavours · International cuisineDress code · Casual & Smart
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From a hearty buffet breakfast to à la carte lunch and dinner, Epicure offers endless poolside culinary indulgences in the chicest, most leisurely, and delicious way. 18 types of tea and 260 cellar wines are dazzling. The mille-feuille with delicious sauce opens the day in an almost sacred way. Then mix a fruit salad to your preference, choosing from various common and tropical exotic fruits, or have an omelet wrapped with delicious cheese and fresh herb fragments.

Hours
7:00-10:30,18:30-22:30
Nest 6 photos

Nest

Service style · Order foodGourmet flavours · Asian cuisineDress code · Casual & Smart
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At the treehouse Nest, enjoy an unforgettable culinary feast. Follow the maze-like wooden boardwalk to your private seat atop the trees. Fresh fish fillets are presented on ice spheres, displaying a sculptural beauty. In one of the most charming restaurants in the Maldives, Thai, Chinese, Japanese, and Indonesian chefs present avant-garde dishes to adorn your table.

Hours
18:30-22:30
Tribal

Tribal

Service style · Order foodGourmet flavours · African flavorsDress code · Casual & Smart
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The Maasai warrior presents Dawa, East Africa's most popular welcome cocktail, refreshing your taste buds with honey and lime. Freely choose from a variety of dishes that blend African and Central and South American tribal styles, carefully cooked and elevated.

Hours
18:30-22:30
Blu 7 photos

Blu

Service style · Order foodGourmet flavours · Mediterranean CuisineDress code · Casual & Smart
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A casual-chic Mediterranean-style restaurant. A cozy all-day dining venue located next to the infinity pool on Play Island. The poolside ice cream bar serves refreshing, tempting ice cream to satisfy sweet cravings.

Hours
7:00-10:30,12:00-15:00
Fahrenheit

Fahrenheit

Hours · 18:00-midnightBar specialty · Cocktails
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The rooftop lounge lets you slow down without realizing it. Feel the heat of passion and sip refreshing rum cocktails. Sit in comfortable sofas. Enjoy a refreshing cocktail or sparkling wine as the sky slowly turns orange, then pink. As the sun sets, the pulse quickens and the music begins. Close your eyes and feel the beat, or let your body dance.

The Deli 4 photos

The Deli

Hours · 10:30-17:00Bar specialty · Desserts & Coffee
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The island's only takeaway restaurant. Choose your favorite from a range of tempting treats. Grab a smoothie or freshly brewed coffee to go. Explore various Italian snacks, paninis, ciabatta, puff pastries, and other delicious items to see which one to eat.

Dune 4 photos

Dune

Hours · 12:30-17:00Bar specialty · Light Meals & Drinks
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Casual dining on the white sand. Sit in a large bean bag with a cocktail, and the floating clouds are your roof. As night falls, the beach bar comes alive with the exciting beats of a DJ carried by the sea breeze. Starlight lights up the day and night in bright cocktail glasses.

Island experiences

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Surfing

Surfing

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Activity overview: Niyama is one of the few islands in the Maldives where you can surf right off the island! Not only is the surf spot around the island, but the resort has also thoughtfully built an open-air bar around surfing activities to provide energy replenishment for surfing guests.

Spa & Wellness

Spa & Wellness

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Activity introduction: Niyama Spa features 6 overwater lagoon-view treatment rooms and 2 treatment retreats with private gardens, outdoor bathtubs, rain showers, and daybeds, plus sauna and steam bath, plunge pool, Jacuzzi, and Vitality juice bar. Experience spa treatments and rituals from around the world as well as customized therapies, including Anne Semonin family and children's spa treatments.

Diving and water sports

Diving and water sports

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Activity Overview: Head to where hammerhead sharks or Bull Bull rays are found. Set off in search of sea turtles, snorkel for free on the house reef throughout your stay, or use the knowledge of our resident experts to guide you in discovering the secrets of the reef. Capture the abstract beauty of the reef with an underwater camera. In the 'Blow Bubbles' class, let your little ones try diving for the first time. Join the underwater ballet of the atoll.

Entertainment Center

Entertainment Center

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Activity Overview: An island paradise for gaming enthusiasts, whether in the digital world or hands-on, the competition is equally fierce. Compete with friends and family in darts, billiards, foosball, table tennis, PS4, or Xbox games.

Kids Club

Kids Club

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Activity overview: Luxurious fun specially prepared for little VIPs. The Explorer Kids' Club can satisfy all children's imaginations. From enjoying Dhivehi nursery rhymes to setting out to look for dolphins. Infants, toddlers, children, and teenagers can all enjoy professional care and endless fun at this Maldives kids' club.

Leisure center

Leisure center

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Activity Overview: The indoor temperature control system keeps you cool. You can read a new book, magazine, or quietly enjoy the pure beauty of nature's playground. Relax at The Lair, the lounge space on Chill Island at Niyama Maldives. In this cozy corner of the atoll, feel the incredibly peaceful atmosphere, browse the DVD collection, read a book, or chat.

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