Soneva FushivsNiyama Private Islands Maldives
Both properties are highly recommended by professional travelers. Overall, Soneva Fushi is preferred by most writers compared to Niyama Private Islands Maldives. Soneva Fushi scores 92 with recommendations from 7 sources such as Mr & Mrs Smith, Lonely Planet and The Telegraph.
Soneva Fushi
Baa Atoll, 2233
From $8,800/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Travel + Leisure
"This luxury resort on the uninhabited island of Kunfunadhoo in the Baa Atoll encourages its guests to spend their entire vacations barefoot." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
"This chic island idyll offers castaway beachside picnics, an outdoor cinema, a Six Senses spa, and lovely one-to-nine room villas." Full review
Jetsetter
"Live out a castaway fantasy at this eco-chic retreat with thatch-roofed villas, a stellar spa and an observatory." Full review
The Telegraph
9.0
"As if pretty much every water sport under the sun wasn't enough, this cluster of 65 villas also has a planetarium and open-air cinema to keep guests entertained." Full review
Mr & Mrs Smith
"Nestled under verdant jungle on the beaches of a secluded island in the Maldives, boutique hotel Soneva Fushi’s luxe villas circle a romantic tropical playground, with a gorgeous spa." Full review
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We're served drinks and snacks, then asked – in a seemingly random fashion – to choose our favourite smell from two oil samples, one minty and one lemony.
Independent
"Swing by for the big, beautiful back-to-nature villas; the inspired dining – looking out for visiting Michelin chefs; and singular experiences, from spending the night alone on a sandbank"
Lonely Planet
Top choice
"Rightly one of the most famous resorts in the country, ecofabulous Soneva Fushi is the place to get back to nature in style." 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