Experience world-class service at NIHI Sumba - 50 Best Hotels of the World

Beachfront and Private Beach Area: NIHI Sumba in Waikabubak offers a private beach area and beachfront access. Guests can relax by the swimming pool with stunning views or enjoy the sun terrace. Spa and Wellness Facilities: The resort features spa facilities, a fitness centre, and a hot tub. Yoga classes and wellness packages enhance the relaxing atmosphere. Dining Experience: A family-friendly restaurant serves Indonesian, Asian, and international cuisines. Breakfast includes fresh pastries, pancakes, and fruits. The bar offers a variety of cocktails. Activities and Entertainment: Guests can participate in yoga classes, film nights, cycling, and snorkelling. Evening entertainment includes live music and a nightclub. Location and Access: Located 58 km from Tambolaka Airport, NIHI Sumba provides a free airport shuttle service. Highly rated by guests for its excellent facilities and services.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

    • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

    • Breakfast info

    • Continental, Vegetarian, Vegan

    • Free private parking available on-site

    • Activities:

    • Fitness centre

    • Fishing

    • Games room


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 1
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 2
2 single beds
Bedroom 1
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 2
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 3
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 4
1 bunk bed
Bedroom 1
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 2
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 3
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 1
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 2
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 1
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 2
1 single bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
Bedroom 1
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 2
1 single bed
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 1
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 2
1 single bed
Bedroom 1
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 2
1 single bed
Bedroom 1
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 2
1 single bed
Bedroom 1
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 2
1 extra-large double bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Dr
    Jersey Jersey
    Beautiful location, wonderful horses, lovely staff, good food, great villas, good experiences
  • Steve
    Australia Australia
    Everything,food was amazing, everywhere you looked was postcard worthy. Loved it.
  • Cristina
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Everything! Staying a Nihi is a wonderful experience. The staff was super attentive even before we arrived at the property and after they dropped us at the airport. Sumba is a beautiful island and the Nihi area didn’t disappoint, highly recommend...
  • Anastasia
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Gorgeous resort on the edge of sumba island. The heart of this resort is the staff. Hands down. As an indonesian born, it feels amazing to see a resort like this has given back so much to locals. We spent a lot talking to the staff who told us...
  • Joshus
    Australia Australia
    Everything. Absolutely not one complaint, from the staff to the ammenities, food, and location, it was the most perfect stay. Worth every cent, can’t wait to come back.
  • 本間
    Japan Japan
    Even if we are not fluent in English, everyone was very kind and my husband who is not used to traveling abroad, enjoyed our stay. The butlers were always looking out for us and were quick to arrange various activities. The villa was beautiful and...
  • Vasilisa
    Russia Russia
    Everything! the stuff, the food, the Villa, the beach , best hotel in Indonesia!
  • Jordi
    Belgium Belgium
    Staff is the best. Lots of Activities are great(Horses-Turtles-Touring around the Island). The food is excellent.
  • Youssef
    United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
    We had a great experience in Nihi Sumba, its definitely a different type of stay, staff was amazing and very nice, the food was excellent with very wide variety, we were upgraded to a very nice villa. Swimming with horses, the safari spa, the...
  • Franka
    United States United States
    Everything was perfect, fantastic facilities, staff is incredibly friendly and helpful, the beach is possibly one of the most beautiful in SEA, perfect conditions for surfing, the food is delicious, even a doctor on site who could help out our son...

Property surroundings

Restaurants
2 restaurants on site

  • Ombak
    • Cuisine
      Indonesian • Pizza • Seafood • Asian • International • Grill/BBQ
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Traditional • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Halal • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
  • Nio Beach Club
    • Cuisine
      Indonesian • Pizza • Seafood • Asian • International • Grill/BBQ
    • Open for
      Lunch • Cocktail hour
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Traditional • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Halal • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Resort facilities of NIHI Sumba - 50 Best Hotels of the World
Great facilities! Review score, 9.4

Most popular facilities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Airport shuttle (free)
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Fitness centre
  • 2 restaurants
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • Beachfront
  • Private beach area
  • Breakfast

Bathroom

  • Slippers
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Outdoors

  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Sun terrace
  • Private beach area
  • BBQ facilities
    Additional charge
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Activities

  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Cooking class
    Additional charge
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Happy hour
    Additional charge
  • Themed dinner nights
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Movie nights
  • Beach
  • Tennis equipment
  • Evening entertainment
  • Kids' club
  • Water sport facilities on site
    Additional charge
  • Nightclub/DJ
  • Mini golf
    Additional charge
  • Snorkelling
  • Horse riding
    Additional charge
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
    Additional charge
  • Canoeing
    Additional charge
  • Table tennis
  • Billiards
  • Children's playground
  • Games room
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site

Food & Drink

  • Fruits
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant

Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

    Reception services

    • Invoice provided
    • Private check-in/check-out
    • Concierge service
    • ATM/cash machine on site
    • Luggage storage
    • Currency exchange
    • 24-hour front desk

    Entertainment and family services

    • Baby safety gates
    • Kids' outdoor play equipment
    • Board games/puzzles
    • Babysitting/child services
      Additional charge

    Cleaning services

    • Daily housekeeping
    • Ironing service
    • Laundry

    Safety & security

    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV outside property
    • CCTV in common areas
    • Smoke alarms
    • Key access
    • 24-hour security
    • Safety deposit box

    General

    • Shuttle service
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Air conditioning
    • Car hire
    • Packed lunches
    • Family rooms
    • Airport shuttle
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Room service

    Outdoor swimming pool
    Free!

    • Open all year
    • All ages welcome
    • Pool with view
    • Swimming pool toys
    • Pool/beach towels
    • Pool bar
    • Sun loungers or beach chairs
    • Sun umbrellas

    Wellness

    • Yoga classes
    • Fitness
    • Massage chair
    • Full body massage
    • Head massage
    • Couples massage
    • Foot massage
    • Neck massage
    • Back massage
    • Spa/wellness packages
    • Foot bath
    • Spa lounge/relaxation area
    • Spa facilities
    • Light therapy
    • Body wrap
    • Body scrub
    • Body treatments
    • Pedicure
    • Manicure
    • Facial treatments
    • Beauty Services
    • Sun umbrellas
    • Sun loungers or beach chairs
    • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
    • Massage
      Additional charge
    • Spa and wellness centre
      Additional charge
    • Fitness centre

    Languages spoken

    • German
    • English
    • French
    • Indonesian
    • Portuguese

    House rules
    NIHI Sumba - 50 Best Hotels of the World takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 14:00
    Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
    You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
    Check-out
    Until 11:00
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    Children 12 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    0 - 1 year
    Cot upon request
    Free
    6 - 11 years
    Extra bed upon request
    Rp 3,493,875 per child, per night
    12+ years
    Extra bed upon request
    Rp 6,987,750 per person, per night

    Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

    The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

    All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

    No age restriction
    There is no age requirement for check-in
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.
    Groups
    When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
    Accepted payment methods
    American ExpressVisaMastercardCash

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    We are host to one of the world’s most coveted waves, Occy's left. To maintain a surfing experience unparalleled in the world, we limit the wave to 12 advanced surfers per day and it is essential to reserve your slot (max 1 per room subject to availability). Due to renowned surf destination, highly recommend pre-

    booking/paying for slot. A daily charge of USD100++ (Green Season) and USD125++ (High Season)

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    NIHI Sumba Drone Policy

    We appreciate that some of our guests would like to use drones in order to capture special images, memories, and/or footage of their time at NIHI® Sumba but we also need to guarantee that all of our guests are afforded the highest levels of safety and privacy during their stay with us.

    We do permit our guests to bring a personal drone to the island for photography or videography purposes but please note that it must be declared to the NIHI® Sumba team on arrival, who will then advise on safety and security, including details around approved fly zones and flying times.

    Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

    Please inform NIHI Sumba - 50 Best Hotels of the World in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

    Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

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