Overview
Set across the twin islands of Play and Chill in the pristine Dhaalu Atoll, Niyama Private Islands Maldives offers a distinctive luxury escape where adventure and tranquillity exist side by side. Surrounded by white-sand beaches, vibrant reefs and tropical jungle, the resort features 134 newly refurbished villas and pavilions ranging from one to three bedrooms, alongside one of the Maldives’ largest children’s clubs, exceptional dining experiences including an underwater restaurant and direct access to one of the country’s premier surf breaks. Easily reached by seaplane or domestic flight from Malé, Niyama caters equally well to couples, families and groups seeking privacy, space and personalised service.
At a Glance
| Fact | Details |
|---|---|
| Location | Dhaalu Atoll, Maldives |
| Setting | Twin private islands – Play & Chill |
| Transfer | 45-minute seaplane or 30-minute domestic flight followed by a 7-minute speedboat transfer |
| Accommodation | 134 refurbished villas & pavilions |
| Villa Categories | Beach Villas, Over Water Villas, Beach Pavilions, Water Pavilions and The Crescent |
| Dining | 10 dining experiences including underwater, treetop and overwater restaurants |
| Spa | Drift Spa with overwater treatment rooms |
| Family Friendly | Yes – Explorers Kids Club for children aged 1–12 years |
| Activities | Surfing, diving, snorkelling, watersports, dolphin cruises, yoga, tennis, padel and fitness |
Room Type
Spread across the islands of Play and Chill, Niyama’s accommodation blends contemporary design with generous indoor and outdoor living. Beach villas provide direct access to powder-soft sand, overwater villas offer uninterrupted lagoon views, while the expansive pavilions and exclusive Crescent estate are designed for families and private groups seeking exceptional space and privacy.
Deluxe Beach Villa
A spacious beachfront retreat offering enhanced privacy, contemporary interiors, an open-air bathroom and a private terrace with direct access to the beach.
Size: 135 sqm
Occupancy: 3 adults
View: Ocean view
Deluxe Beach Pool Villa
A refined beachfront retreat with a private pool, spacious outdoor living area and enhanced privacy, designed for relaxed island stays with direct beach access.
Size: 190 sqm
Occupancy: 3 adults
View: Ocean view
Over Water Pool Villa
A tranquil overwater retreat featuring a private pool, direct lagoon access and a spacious sun deck designed for uninterrupted ocean relaxation.
Size: 175 sqm
Occupancy: 3 adults
View: Lagoon view
Deluxe Over Water Pool Villa
A spacious overwater retreat offering enhanced privacy, a private pool, direct lagoon access and expansive outdoor spaces overlooking the turquoise waters.
Size: 190 sqm
Occupancy: 3 adults
View: Lagoon view
Deluxe Family Beach Pool Villa
A spacious family retreat with a private pool, expanded living areas, contemporary comforts and direct beach access, designed for memorable island stays.
Size: 255 sqm
Occupancy: 4 adults
View: Ocean view
One Bedroom Ocean Pool Pavilion
A luxurious overwater residence featuring a private pool, separate living spaces and expansive ocean views, offering enhanced privacy and comfort for couples or small families.
Size: 340 sqm
Occupancy: 3 adults
View: Lagoon view
One Bedroom Beach Pool Pavilion
A spacious beachfront residence featuring a private pool, separate living areas and direct beach access, offering a refined setting for a private island escape.
Size: 400 sqm
Occupancy: 3 adults
View: Ocean view
Two Bedroom Ocean Pool Pavilion
Size: 515 sqm
Occupancy: 6 adults
View: Lagoon view
Three Bedroom Beach Pool Pavilion
A grand beachfront residence offering three bedrooms, a private pool, expansive living spaces and direct beach access, ideal for families or groups seeking privacy and comfort.
Size: 770 sqm
Occupancy: 9 adults
View: Ocean view
Dining
Dining at Niyama Private Islands Maldives is designed around discovery, with ten distinctive venues spread across the Play and Chill islands. Guests can enjoy everything from treetop dining and an underwater restaurant to contemporary Asian cuisine, Mediterranean flavours, beach grills and handcrafted cocktails, complemented by destination dining experiences in private settings.
Subsix
Contemporary seafood and international cuisine served in a unique underwater dining setting.
Operating Hours: Lunch 12:00 pm – 2:30 pm
Edge
Contemporary fine dining with globally inspired cuisine in an exclusive overwater setting accessible only by boat.
Operating Hours: Dinner 6:30 pm – 10:30 pm | Lounge 5:30 pm – 10:00 pm
Epicure
An all-day dining venue offering international cuisine, featuring generous breakfast buffets, live cooking stations and themed dinner experiences in a relaxed island setting.
Operating Hours: Breakfast 7:00 am – 10:30 am | Dinner 6:30 pm – 10:00 pm
Nest
An elevated dining venue serving Asian cuisine, including Thai, Chinese, Japanese and Indonesian specialities, within a unique treetop setting.
Operating Hours: Dinner 6:30 pm – 10:30 pm
Tribal
An open-fire dining experience showcasing African and South American-inspired cuisine, with grilled meats, seafood and bold flavours served in a relaxed island setting.
Operating Hours: Dinner 6:30 pm – 10:30 pm
Blu
A beachfront dining venue offering Mediterranean cuisine, fresh seafood and international favourites with relaxed all-day dining overlooking the lagoon.
Operating Hours: Breakfast 7:00 am – 10:30 am | Lunch 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Dune
A laid-back beach club offering light bites, refreshing cocktails and casual dining with a relaxed beachfront atmosphere.
Operating Hours: Lounge 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm
The Deli
A gourmet café offering freshly baked pastries, artisan coffee, light bites, salads, sandwiches and takeaway treats throughout the day.
Operating Hours: Daily 10:30 am – 5:00 pm
Destination Dining
SPA
Hidden amongst the lagoons and tropical gardens, Drift Spa combines nature-inspired therapies with modern wellness facilities across both islands. Treatment rooms are positioned over the water and within the gardens, creating a peaceful setting for holistic wellbeing.
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£5179pp
