NIHI Sumba - 50 Best Hotels of the World has a garden, private beach area, a shared lounge and terrace in Watukarere. Among the facilities at this property are free shuttle service and room service, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The resort has an outdoor swimming pool, fitness center, nightclub and a kids' club. Rooms come with air conditioning, and some accommodations at the resort have a balcony. The rooms have a safety deposit box. An à la carte, continental or vegetarian breakfast is available at the property. At NIHI Sumba - 50 Best Hotels of the World you'll find a restaurant serving Indonesian, Pizza and Seafood cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and halal options can also be requested. At the accommodation guests are welcome to use a hot tub. You can play pool and table tennis at NIHI Sumba - 50 Best Hotels of the World, and the area is popular for snorkeling and cycling. Speaking German, English, French and Indonesian at the 24-hour front desk, staff are always on hand to help. Tambolaka Airport is 36 miles from the property.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.9 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.8)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Vegetarian, Vegan

Free Private Parking Available On Site

Activities:

Fitness center

Fishing

Game room


Availability

Select dates to see this property's availability and prices

Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 king bed
1 king bed
1 king bed
1 king bed
1 king bed
1 king bed
Bedroom 1
1 king bed
Bedroom 2
2 twin beds
Bedroom 1
1 bunk bed
Bedroom 2
1 king bed
Bedroom 3
1 king bed
Bedroom 4
1 king bed
Bedroom 1
1 king bed
Bedroom 2
1 king bed
Bedroom 3
1 king bed
Bedroom 1
1 king bed
Bedroom 2
1 king bed
Bedroom 1
1 twin bed
Bedroom 2
1 king bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
Bedroom 1
1 king bed
Bedroom 2
1 twin bed
1 king bed
Bedroom 1
1 king bed
Bedroom 2
1 twin bed
Bedroom 1
1 king bed
Bedroom 2
1 twin bed
Bedroom 1
1 king bed
Bedroom 2
1 twin bed
Bedroom 1
1 king bed
Bedroom 2
1 king bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.9
Facilities
9.6
Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.9
Value for money
8.6
Location
9.8
High score for Watukarere

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Hessa
    United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
    AMAZING property, perfect escape, showcasing and experiencing the best of Sumba at NIHI.
  • Aleksei
    United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
    This is a great resort for relaxation. What surprised us the most was the delicious food! We met here haute Italian cuisine and very high quality, fresh products. All food is free. We were assigned personal assistants upon check-in and we were...
  • C
    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...
  • Markus
    Germany Germany
    Das NIHI auf Sumba ist ein herausragendes Hotel, die Lage ist traumhaft. Die Anlage ist mit viel Liebe gebaut und geplant. Das Personal ist bemüht einem jeden Wunsch von den Augen abzulesen. Der Service sucht seines gleichen. Das geht schon auf...

Area info

Restaurants
2 Restaurants On Site

  • Ombak
    • Cuisine
      Indonesian • Pizza • Seafood • Asian • International • Grill/BBQ
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Dinner
    • Ambience
      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
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly • Traditional • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Halal • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Resort facilities at NIHI Sumba - 50 Best Hotels of the World
Great facilities! Review score, 9.6

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Airport shuttle (free)
  • Spa
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Fitness center
  • 2 restaurants
  • Bar
  • Beachfront
  • Private beach area
  • Breakfast

Bathroom

  • Slippers
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Outdoors

  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Sun deck
  • 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 dinners
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Movie nights
  • Beach
  • Tennis equipment
  • Evening entertainment
  • Kids' club
  • Water sports facilities on site
    Additional charge
  • Nightclub/DJ
  • Mini golf
    Additional charge
  • Snorkeling
  • Horseback riding
    Additional charge
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
    Additional charge
  • Canoeing
    Additional charge
  • Ping-pong
  • Pool table
  • Playground
  • Game room
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site

Food & Drink

  • Fruit
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kids' meals
  • Special diet meals (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 available on site (reservation is not needed).

    Front Desk Services

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

    Entertainment & Family Services

    • Baby safety gates
    • Outdoor play equipment for kids
    • 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
    • Safe

    General

    • Shuttle service
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Air conditioning
    • Car rental
    • 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
    • Beach chairs/Loungers
    • Beach umbrellas

    Spa

    • 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
    • Beach umbrellas
    • Beach chairs/Loungers
    • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
    • Massage
      Additional charge
    • Spa
      Additional charge
    • Fitness center

    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 2:00 PM
    Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
    You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
    Check-out
    Until 11:00 AM
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

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

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

    Crib and extra bed policies

    0 - 1 years
    Crib 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 cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

    The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

    All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

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

    The fine print
    Must-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 ID 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 of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

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

    FAQs about NIHI Sumba - 50 Best Hotels of the World

    • Yes, there's a hot tub. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at NIHI Sumba - 50 Best Hotels of the World on this page.

    • NIHI Sumba - 50 Best Hotels of the World is 1 miles from the center of Watukarere. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • NIHI Sumba - 50 Best Hotels of the World has 2 restaurants:

      • Nio Beach Club
      • Ombak

    • NIHI Sumba - 50 Best Hotels of the World offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Spa
      • Fitness center
      • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
      • Massage
      • Cycling
      • Hiking
      • Playground
      • Pool table
      • Game room
      • Snorkeling
      • Ping-pong
      • Fishing
      • Canoeing
      • Mini golf
      • Kids' club
      • Evening entertainment
      • Beachfront
      • Bicycle rental
      • Bike tours
      • Horseback riding
      • Movie nights
      • Tennis equipment
      • Happy hour
      • Beauty services
      • Water sports facilities on site
      • Facial treatments
      • Beach
      • Manicure
      • Walking tours
      • Pedicure
      • Themed dinners
      • Body treatments
      • Cooking class
      • Body scrub
      • Tour or class about local culture
      • Body wrap
      • Swimming pool
      • Light therapy
      • Spa facilities
      • Private beach area
      • Spa lounge/Relaxation area
      • Foot bath
      • Spa/Wellness packages
      • Back massage
      • Neck massage
      • Foot massage
      • Couples' massage
      • Head massage
      • Full-body massage
      • Massage chair
      • Fitness
      • Nightclub/DJ
      • Yoga classes

    • Room options at NIHI Sumba - 50 Best Hotels of the World include:

      • Double
      • Triple
      • Villa
      • Quad
      • Suite
      • Apartment

    • Check-in at NIHI Sumba - 50 Best Hotels of the World is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

    • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

    • The prices at NIHI Sumba - 50 Best Hotels of the World may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.