Huvafen Fushi MaldivesvsNiyama Private Islands Maldives
Both properties are recommended by professional reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Huvafen Fushi Maldives is the choice of most professionals compared to Niyama Private Islands Maldives. Huvafen Fushi Maldives scores 84 with recommendations from 7 sources including Hideaway Report, Jetsetter and Lonely Planet.
Huvafen Fushi Maldives
North Male Atoll, PO Box 2017
From $999/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Travel + Leisure
"Drawing A-list visitors like George Clooney and Kate Moss, the Huvafen Fushi resort is situated on its own lagoon in the North Malé Atoll." Full review
Gayot
"The theme here is water, water everywhere from the underwater spa to the over-water accommodations."
Condé Nast Traveler
"Standard rooms are anything but: a minimum of 1,350 square feet, and all with ocean views." Full review
Jetsetter
"A desert island dream of plunge pool bungalows with an underwater spa, big name DJs and a reef teeming with fish." Full review
Mr & Mrs Smith
"Here you’ll nibble on a picnic beneath palm trees, splash in the still lagoon, and lounge on a private beach where the butler is the only interruption – and he’s just delivering a drink." Full review
Hideaway Report
93.0
"Glamorous resort on a pristine island, a 40-minute speedboat ride from Malé." Full review
The Telegraph
9.0
"Fairmont Sirru Fen Fushi is a sophisticated bubble of tropical perfection, with diamond white beaches, jewel-like coral reefs and a showpiece underwater art gallery – the first one in the Maldives." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
"There are three types of villas: beach, overwater, and jungle...the hotel is a true escape from the outside world. If you're looking for some natural beauty and luxurious privacy, make the trip here." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"Huvafen Fushi is an intimate resort set within its own lagoon and ringed by white sandy beaches" Full review
Lonely Planet
Top choice
"Huvafen Fushi set a new standard for stylish, sophisticated luxury when it opened a decade ago and has inspired countless imitators elsewhere in the Maldives and beyond." Full review
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