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Niyama Naladhu Private Island
Niyama Private Islands in Dhaalu Atoll is a unique twin-island resort concept where two islands — Chill and Play — are connected by a water taxi and offer contrasting experiences within a single resort. Play offers an electric beach club, an underwater nightclub, and active pursuits while Chill provides tranquil overwater villas, exceptional dining and a serene spa environment. The combination creates one of the most complete and versatile resort experiences in the Maldives.
Elect's take
"Niyama's twin island concept is genuinely innovative — the ability to move between a vibrant beach club environment and a serene, tranquil overwater villa island within the same resort creates an unusual and very appealing flexibility, particularly for couples with different priorities."
The two islands of Niyama are connected by a regular water taxi service allowing guests to move freely between contrasting environments throughout their stay. Play island features the celebrated Subsix — the Maldives' only underwater nightclub and dining venue reached by a spiral staircase descending below the Indian Ocean surface — alongside a vibrant beach club and active sports facilities. Chill island offers beautiful overwater villas, an exceptional spa, outstanding fine dining and a serene atmosphere. The reef systems around Niyama in Dhaalu Atoll are outstanding with excellent snorkelling and diving.
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Twin Island Concept
Two contrasting islands — Play and Chill — connected by water taxi within one resort.
Subsix
The Maldives' only underwater nightclub and dining venue below the Indian Ocean surface.
Overwater Villas
Beautiful overwater villa accommodation on the serene Chill island.
Award-Winning Spa
An exceptional spa environment providing outstanding wellness treatments.
Dhaalu Atoll Reefs
Outstanding snorkelling and diving on the healthy reefs surrounding the resort.
Electric Beach Club
A vibrant beach club experience on Play island for a more active atmosphere.
