Niyama Private Islands Maldives Review: Everything You Need to Know
Niyama Private Islands Maldives Is This the Best Place to Stay in Dhaalu Atoll (MV)?
Featuring a 24-hour spa and the world’s first underwater nightclub, the opulent Niyama Private Islands Maldives is a tropical haven that offers a serene private beach, butler services, and complimentary WiFi available in all rooms and throughout the resort. Accommodation options include luxurious beach pool villas and over-water pool villas.
The villas at Niyama Private Islands Maldives are both spacious and contemporary, situated either on the beach or above the shimmering lagoon. With options for two to three bedrooms, these villas include expansive infinity pools and guarantee complete privacy. Each villa is equipped with a 40-inch flat-screen TV, international TV channels, Bose surround sound system, and a well-stocked minibar. Outdoor bathrooms are designed with a soaking tub and calming rain showers. Additional amenities include an electric kettle, slippers, and complimentary toiletries.
Drift Spa offers tranquil body massages and various beauty treatments. The butlers can arrange guided snorkeling excursions, sunset cruises, manta ray snorkeling, and fishing trips. Guests can also enjoy the latest video games, swim in the main pool, or work out at the gym. The restaurant and spa staff are available to assist. The resort boasts a world-class Kids Club, recognized as one of the largest and the only one in the Maldives catering to children from 12 months to 12 years old.
The world’s first underwater restaurant, Subsix, is located six meters beneath the ocean’s surface, renowned for its champagne breakfasts and glow parties featuring glass walls showcasing the vibrant underwater life. Edge is a contemporary fine dining restaurant positioned 500 meters out in the ocean, reachable only by boat. Nest offers a unique tree-top setting ideal for romantic gatherings and private family dining, serving Asian avant-garde cuisines including Thai, Cantonese, Teppanyaki, Japanese, Indonesian, and more. Notably, Niyama Private Islands Maldives is the only resort in the Maldives with an Afro-Latin restaurant—Tribal—which presents an innovative campsite dining experience highlighting exotic dishes from Africa, Central, and South America.
Niyama Private Islands Maldives is a 40-minute seaplane journey from Male International Airport, and now features private jet transfers to the newly opened Dhaalu Airport, which can be arranged for an additional fee.
Couples especially appreciate the location — they gave it a score of 9.2 for a getaway designed for two.
Resort facilities of Niyama Private Islands Maldives
Great facilities! Review score, 9.7
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2 swimming pools
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Free WiFi
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Airport shuttle
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Family rooms
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8 restaurants
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Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
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Bar
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Beachfront
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Private beach area
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Breakfast
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Toilet paper
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Towels
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Bidet
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Bath or shower
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Slippers
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Private bathroom
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Toilet
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Free toiletries
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Bathrobe
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Hairdryer
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Bath
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Shower
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Linen
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Wardrobe or closet
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Alarm clock
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View
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Picnic area
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Outdoor furniture
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Beachfront
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Outdoor dining area
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Sun terrace
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Private beach area
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BBQ facilitiesAdditional charge
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Patio
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Balcony
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Terrace
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Garden
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Coffee machine
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Electric kettle
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Refrigerator
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Socket near the bed
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Sofa bed
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Bicycle rental
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AerobicsAdditional charge
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Live sport events (broadcast)
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Live music/performance
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Cooking classAdditional charge
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Tour or class about local cultureAdditional charge
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Happy hourAdditional charge
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Themed dinner nightsAdditional charge
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Bike tours
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Movie nightsAdditional charge
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Beach
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Badminton equipment
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Tennis equipment
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Evening entertainment
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Kids' club
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Water sport facilities on siteAdditional charge
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Nightclub/DJ
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Entertainment staff
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Snorkelling
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DivingAdditional charge
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CanoeingAdditional charge
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Darts
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WindsurfingAdditional charge
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Table tennis
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Billiards
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Children's playground
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Games room
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FishingAdditional charge
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Tennis court
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Sofa
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Seating Area
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Desk
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Streaming service (like Netflix)
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Blu-ray player
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iPod dock
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Flat-screen TV
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Cable channels
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Satellite channels
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CD player
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DVD player
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Telephone
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TV
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Coffee house on site
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Fruits
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Wine/champagneAdditional charge
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Kid-friendly buffet
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Kid meals
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Special diet menus (on request)
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Snack bar
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Breakfast in the room
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Bar
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Minibar
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Tea/Coffee maker
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Invoice provided
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Lockers
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Private check-in/check-out
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Concierge service
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Luggage storage
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Tour desk
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Currency exchange
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Express check-in/check-out
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Kids' outdoor play equipment
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Indoor play area
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Board games/puzzles
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Books, DVDs, or music for children
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Board games/puzzles
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Child safety socket covers
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Babysitting/child servicesAdditional charge
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Daily housekeeping
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Trouser pressAdditional charge
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Ironing serviceAdditional charge
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Dry cleaningAdditional charge
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LaundryAdditional charge
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Fax/photocopying
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Business centre
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Meeting/banquet facilitiesAdditional charge
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Fire extinguishers
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Smoke alarms
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Security alarm
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Key card access
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24-hour security
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Safety deposit box
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Shared lounge/TV area
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Designated smoking area
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Air conditioning
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Wake-up service
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Hardwood or parquet floors
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Private entrance
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Laptop safe
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Fan
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Family rooms
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Barber/beauty shop
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Ironing facilities
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Facilities for disabled guests
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Airport shuttleAdditional charge
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Non-smoking rooms
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Iron
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Wake up service/Alarm clock
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Room service
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Wheelchair accessible
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Open all year
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Infinity pool
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Pool with view
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Swimming pool toys
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Pool/beach towels
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Pool bar
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Sun loungers or beach chairs
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Sun umbrellas
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Open all year
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Suitable for kids
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Infinity pool
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Pool with view
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Shallow end
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Swimming pool toys
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Pool/beach towels
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Pool bar
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Pool cover
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Sun loungers or beach chairs
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Sun umbrellas
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Kids' pool
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Personal trainer
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Fitness classes
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Yoga classes
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Fitness
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Full body massage
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Hand massage
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Head massage
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Couples massage
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Foot massage
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Neck massage
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Back massage
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Spa/wellness packages
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Foot bath
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Spa lounge/relaxation area
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Steam room
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Spa facilities
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Body wrap
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Body scrub
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Body treatments
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Hair styling
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Hair colouring
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Hair cut
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Pedicure
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Manicure
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Hair treatments
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Make up services
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Facial treatments
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Beauty Services
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Sun umbrellas
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Sun loungers or beach chairs
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Public Bath
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Open-air bath
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MassageAdditional charge
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Spa and wellness centreAdditional charge
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Fitness centre
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Sauna
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Afrikaans
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Arabic
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English
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Spanish
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French
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Hindi
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Indonesian
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Italian
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Malay
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Portuguese
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Russian
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Swedish
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Swahili
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Tamil
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Thai
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Filipino
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Vietnamese
House rules
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Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.







The Fine Print
Essential Information for Guests at This Property
The property is accessible via seaplanes and domestic flights.
The seaplane transfer takes 45 minutes from Male International Airport.
Standard Transfer Times: Daylight hours only.
A domestic flight transfer takes 25 minutes from Male International Airport, followed by a 5-minute speedboat ride from Dhaalu Airport to the resort.
Children dine for free according to the rules and meal plan when accompanied by an adult, not including alcoholic drinks from the designated kids’ menu.
For any additional child sharing the room, a fee of USD 61 per night applies and will be added to the total cost separately.
Daily dinner consists of a three-course meal per person, excluding drinks, available at selected restaurants. Additional fees may apply for special menu items.
Guests must present a photo ID and credit card during check-in. Be aware that all Special Requests are subject to availability, and extra charges may be incurred.
Please notify Niyama Private Islands Maldives ahead of your anticipated arrival time. You can utilize the Special Requests box during the booking process or reach out to the property directly using the contact information provided in your confirmation.
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