Pool, spa*, dive centre*, watersports*, surf shack*, gadgets and games room, lounge, library, gym, marine biology lab, boutiques*, kids' club (extra cost for 1-2 year-olds), Wi-Fi throughout
Restaurants & bars
Spa & wellness
For Children
What’s nearby? There are some incredible coral reefs surrounding the island, and the resort runs private snorkelling tours with the resident marine biologist to meet turtles, hammerheads and dolphins. You can even adopt a coral as part of the Niyama Private Island Maldives’ coral regeneration programme. For a completely unique perspective, book the underwater trek by night and see the reef come to life after-dark.
Tried and tested Budding surfers will love it here – you can get all your kit plus expert tuition at the Surf Shack. For younger children, the free kids’ club starts from age 3, but you can pay by the hour for little ones aged 12 months and up at the Globetrotters club, which is great if you want some grownup time. We love that so many of the activities here involve the whole family, right down to the spa – which has family and children’s spa treatments.
The sleeping arrangements ‘Play’ is linked to the original island, ‘Chill’, by a small bridge. It’s where you’ll find the family-friendly BLU beachfront restaurant, kids’ club, and an infinity pool with children’s area and poolside cabanas, so the accommodation here is a good option for families with younger children who want to be close to everything. Family Beach Pool Villas sleep up to three adults and two children, with a living area that turns into a bedroom for children. These have a private deck and a family-sized plunge pool. The two-bedroom Beach Pool Pavilions are ideal for larger families – they sleep up to four adults and four children and have nice little touches like a Butler’s pantry and direct access to the beach.
*Denotes local charge