Amilla Maldives Resort & ResidencesvsNiyama Private Islands Maldives
Niyama Private Islands Maldives and Amilla Fushi are both recommended by reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Amilla Fushi is preferred by most writers compared to Niyama Private Islands Maldives. Amilla Fushi ranks #14 in Maldives with accolades from 4 reviews such as Mr & Mrs Smith, The Telegraph and Lonely Planet.
Amilla Maldives Resort & Residences
Baa Atoll, Maldives, P.O.Box 2123
From $762/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
The Telegraph
9.0
"Younger, hipper, with a more flexible approach to tropical island luxury, Amilla has done away with sneaky hidden charges and costly added extras while still cutting a distinctly fashionable figure." Full review
Jetsetter
"An unforgettable tropical escape at a minimalist-chic Indian Ocean retreat, staying in a luxurious villa." Full review
Mr & Mrs Smith
"Sci-fi-esque white-cube villas are laid out along the beach and over the reef, and it’s home to the Maldives’ first luxury stilted treehouses." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"This stunning new arrival to Baa Atoll has instantly joined the ranks of the finest resorts in the country, having transported the glamour and style of Palm Beach to a gorgeous Indian Ocean island." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
"Amilla is worth coming to for its spectacular tropical setting. The unhurried sense of calm—such a foil to warp-speed life in the big city." Full review
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The standout is Koi, the candelit Japanese restaurant at the end of the jetty where you should request a table right by the water.
Travel + Leisure
"At Amilla Maldives Resort and Residences, the sand is speckled with shells, the service is impeccable, and the offerings are unique, from its endangered white-tailed bird population and treetop villas to its giant glamping bubble on a private beach"
The Telegraph
8.0
"This five-star resort has a splendid location in the Baa Atoll, with its very own blue hole just offshore. Villas are smart, service is smooth, the food is delicious." Full review
Independent
"The large contemporary villas were designed for lingering in, with large living rooms, big soaking tubs, plenty of outdoor space and private pools."
Niyama Private Islands Maldives
PO Box 2002, 20219
From $781/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Jetsetter
"Hip new Maldives resort with wow factor amenities including an underwater nightclub, art studio and marine biology lab." Full review
Mr & Mrs Smith
"This resort refines tropical-island luxury, hitting the high notes with sophisticated dining, alluring beach bars...and an emphasis on urban-inspired style." Full review
The Telegraph
9.0
"The lush Niyama Private Islands is spread over two islands – 'Play' and 'Chill' – and is filled with 4,200 coconut palms." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Meaning 'bon voyage' in Dhivehi, Niyama is indeed an excellent way to ensure you have a good trip to Maldives." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
Readers' Choice Award
"A family-friendly resort with 86 beach and overwater villas, its pièce-de-résistance is an underwater nightclub with a view of living coral." Full review