This is not an escape from everyday life. It is the return to a life well-lived. Where rugged luxury meets unregulated freedom. A place to connect with something larger than oneself. A haven for the adventurer, for the wanderer. The endlessly passionate and curious. Arrive with an open heart and leave changed forever. This is a vacation with a purpose. A destination with meaning. This is Nihi Sumba.

28 UNIQUELY DESIGNED VILLAS WITH A PRIVATE POOL

Where you stay on vacation is more than just a hotel room. It is an experience. A new way of living. Every detail in our rooms – crisp white bed linens on our signature canopy beds, handmade chocolate in the mini bar, sweeping panoramic views of the Indian ocean – is designed to make you feel both at home yet completely transported.

Nihi Sumba Kanatar – Magnificent Views

World’s Best Hotel’ two consecutive years. Extraordinary villas nestled in the Indonesian jungle on the shore of pristine Nihiwatu Beach. Meticulously curated to blend vast ocean views & luxury comfort with traditional, native design. Swim with wild horses, surf the famous wave & explore the unique, tribal culture of Sumba. Much more than a mere ‘hotel’, NIHI is a world-class, bucket list experience. High-speed WIFI, minibar, private pool, and decks with outdoor showers or tubs. Kitchens, room service & butler available. Kids under 5 stay at no cost. Meals, soft drinks & excursions included. 4 restaurants, pool, spa, yoga & water sports.

Unparalleled views. Privacy. Space. A sense of home. Perched high above the rest of the villas sits Kantar. The Indian Ocean stretches out in front of you as you sip your morning coffee from your spacious second-floor balcony. Your new favorite routine. Welcome home.

One-Bedroom Villa

Each one-bedroom villa is made up of two generously proportioned stories. The first floor houses a powder room and a luxurious open-air living area that overlooks a sprawling deck with a private infinity pool. An adjacent family room can be used as a second bedroom accommodating up to two children or to relax, watch movies, or work. The second floor features a large master bedroom, the hero of which is a signature canopy bed with dramatic ocean views.

Nihi Sumba Lulu – OASIS OF NATURAL STONE

World’s Best Hotel’ two consecutive years. Extraordinary villas nestled in the Indonesian jungle on the shore of pristine Nihiwatu Beach. Meticulously curated to blend vast ocean views & luxury comfort with traditional, native design. Swim with wild horses, surf the famous wave & explore the unique, tribal culture of Sumba. Much more than a mere ‘hotel’, NIHI is a world-class, bucket list experience. High-speed WIFI, minibar, private pool, and decks with outdoor showers or tubs. Kitchens, room service & butler available. Kids under 5 stay at no cost. Meals, soft drinks & excursions included. 4 restaurants, pool, spa, yoga & water sports.

Spacious rooms, exquisite interiors, beautifully appointed at every turn. A shaded living area that welcomes just enough sunlight. The perfect amount of space. This is Lulu. For those who appreciate luxury and design.

One-Bedroom Villa

Our Lulu one-bedroom villa is made up of a master bedroom with an en-suite bathroom and outdoor tub, connecting to a living room or children’s bedroom with an en-suite bathroom and outdoor shower.

Two-Bedroom Villa

The two-bedroom Lulu villa includes a master bedroom connecting to a children’s bedroom with two daybeds, one en-suite sharing bathroom, and a spacious living room with a guest bathroom. Each Lulu villa features a terrace and decking with an outdoor Bale for dining and a private plunge pool.

Nihi Sumba Lamba – WAVE FRONT VILLAS

World’s Best Hotel’ two consecutive years. Extraordinary villas nestled in the Indonesian jungle on the shore of pristine Nihiwatu Beach. Meticulously curated to blend vast ocean views & luxury comfort with traditional, native design. Swim with wild horses, surf the famous wave & explore the unique, tribal culture of Sumba. Much more than a mere ‘hotel’, NIHI is a world-class, bucket list experience. High-speed WIFI, minibar, private pool, and decks with outdoor showers or tubs. Kitchens, room service & butler available. Kids under 5 stay at no cost. Meals, soft drinks & excursions included. 4 restaurants, pool, spa, yoga & water sports.

Tucked away. Private. Intimate. Cozy. Watch the waves at the edge of your private lawn. Feel beach at your fingertips. Listen to the chirping birds in your private garden. Welcome to Lamba, secluded and convenient. Paradise.

WaveFront One Bedroom Villa

Built entirely on one level, each of the two Lamba estates features an exquisitely appointed master bedroom that opens out onto a deck with lounge chairs, an upholstered day bed, and a teak cabana next to a private plunge pool. A rambling backyard, private garden, and outdoor shower with an ocean view complete the scene. Ideal for couples looking for a sense of privacy and the perfect amount of space, Lamba is the jewel tucked conveniently away in the heart of the resort. Can be rented separately or connected for families and friends.

Nihi Sumba Marangga – UNDISTURBED VIEWS

World’s Best Hotel’ two consecutive years. Extraordinary villas nestled in the Indonesian jungle on the shore of pristine Nihiwatu Beach. Meticulously curated to blend vast ocean views & luxury comfort with traditional, native design. Swim with wild horses, surf the famous wave & explore the unique, tribal culture of Sumba. Much more than a mere ‘hotel’, NIHI is a world-class, bucket list experience. High-speed WIFI, minibar, private pool, and decks with outdoor showers or tubs. Kitchens, room service & butler available. Kids under 5 stay at no cost. Meals, soft drinks & excursions included. 4 restaurants, pool, spa, yoga & water sports.

Your lush backyard leads straight to the Indian ocean. Your private outdoor bed overlooks a seaside cliff. Your grand soaking tub is made for two. Your dining table is poised to serve dinners in the soft night air. You are in Marangga. Nihi Sumba Island’s most intimate hideaway.

WaveFront One Bedroom Villa

Marangga is a single-level master bedroom and bathroom estate with its own private gardens leading directly to the ocean. At the foot of the property with panoramic views of the Indian ocean is a private cliffside bale. Inside the private bale is a king-sized day bed that can be appropriated for any number of uses: catered lunches during the day, massages at sunset, and even made up in bed linens and canopy netting as a romantic seaside bedroom for sleeping at night. Each Marangga has its own private plunge pool, outdoor shower, and dining area.

Nihi Sumba Kasambi – SURF BREAKS ON NIHI BEACH

World’s Best Hotel’ two consecutive years. Extraordinary villas nestled in the Indonesian jungle on the shore of pristine Nihiwatu Beach. Meticulously curated to blend vast ocean views & luxury comfort with traditional, native design. Swim with wild horses, surf the famous wave & explore the unique, tribal culture of Sumba. Much more than a mere ‘hotel’, NIHI is a world-class, bucket list experience. High-speed WIFI, minibar, private pool, and decks with outdoor showers or tubs. Kitchens, room service & butler available. Kids under 5 stay at no cost. Meals, soft drinks & excursions included. 4 restaurants, pool, spa, yoga & water sports.

Your love of chasing the perfect wave has led you to this place. Perched on the edge of the estate, you admire the scope and strength of Nihi Sumba Island’s famous left-hand wave. You know getting a good ride will not be as easy as it looks. But at Kasambi, you have the advantage of studying it throughout the day. Soon, you will make the right pick and be rewarded. Kasambi is a surfer’s villa dream.

One-Bedroom Villa

Kasambi’s two luxury one-bedroom suites feature private, creek-side entrances and are surrounded by gardens of Jasmine, Frangipani, and Palm trees. They share a plunge pool with a private path to the Nio Beach Bar.

Two-Bedroom Villa

The Kasambi experience is anchored by an open-air Great Room with a lounge, a private dining area, bar, and kitchen. A decked terrace includes day beds and lounges seating by the large infinity pool with undisturbed views of the famous surf break and 2.5km of beach.

Entire Estate

Large groups are ideal for this spacious estate. A group of surf enthusiasts will find this villa to be in a prime position. Additionally, the two-bedroom main house is great for families, with separate suites for in-laws, family service, or traveling childcare.

Nihi Sumba Wamoro – Lush Jungle Getaway

World’s Best Hotel’ two consecutive years. Extraordinary villas nestled in the Indonesian jungle on the shore of pristine Nihiwatu Beach. Meticulously curated to blend vast ocean views & luxury comfort with traditional, native design. Swim with wild horses, surf the famous wave & explore the unique, tribal culture of Sumba. Much more than a mere ‘hotel’, NIHI is a world-class, bucket list experience. High-speed WIFI, minibar, private pool, and decks with outdoor showers or tubs. Kitchens, room service & butler available. Kids under 5 stay at no cost. Meals, soft drinks & excursions included. 4 restaurants, pool, spa, yoga & water sports.

Tucked away in the trees. Complete peace. Complete quiet. Dramatic views. Your own private outdoor lounge and large swimming pool. Welcome to Wamoro. Your stately jungle hideaway.

One-Bedroom Villa

Spacious and grand, the one-bedroom villas feature king-sized canopy beds with a sitting area and workstation. High ceilings and three walls of windows make each bedroom feel both airy and serene. Outside you will find your own private plunge pool and lounge area with spectacular unimpeded views of Nihi beach.

Two-Bedroom Villa

The two bedroom villa features its own private entrance and king-sized canopy beds. The large, shared outdoor bale complete with a private dining area, bar, kitchen, and a separate bathroom sits alongside the hero of the Wamoro property: a large infinity pool with spectacular views.

Entire Estate

The entire four-bedroom estate can be rented out to large groups. Its generous outdoor accommodations, private entrances, and luxuriously appointed interiors make it ideal for families or groups of friends.

Nihi Sumba Mandaka – RICH, PROSPEROUS AND POWERFUL

World’s Best Hotel’ two consecutive years. Extraordinary villas nestled in the Indonesian jungle on the shore of pristine Nihiwatu Beach. Meticulously curated to blend vast ocean views & luxury comfort with traditional, native design. Swim with wild horses, surf the famous wave & explore the unique, tribal culture of Sumba. Much more than a mere ‘hotel’, NIHI is a world-class, bucket list experience. High-speed WIFI, minibar, private pool, and decks with outdoor showers or tubs. Kitchens, room service & butler available. Kids under 5 stay at no cost. Meals, soft drinks & excursions included. 4 restaurants, pool, spa, yoga & water sports.

Take a moment. Draw a deep breath into your lungs. Open your eyes and pull back the curtains of your bedroom. Miles and miles of blue ocean stretching in all directions. Your new home is Raja Mandaka. The owner’s five-villa estate and the crown jewel of Nihi Sumba Island. Give in to absolute luxury. You belong here.

WaveFront One Bedroom Villa

Nestled under the trees in a cottage-like setting, Mandaka’s one-bedroom villa combines the luxury of the expansive estate with its own secluded corner of the property overlooking Nihi’s coveted surf wave.  A private path leads directly down to the Boat House for water activities, socializing, and sunset cocktails. Ideal for those traveling alone and can also be rented out as a guest bedroom for friends and family of those staying in the Master bedroom villa.

One Bedroom Duplex Villas

The three remaining two-story, one-bedroom villas are dotted behind the main residence on a gentle slope. Sumbanese architecture is infused throughout, including each entry-level with a partially covered deck, living room, bathroom, and outdoor lounge. The downstairs family room provides extra sleeping space for up to two children, or to relax, watch a movie, or work. The upstairs bedroom opens to a treetop platform and outdoor shower.

Master One Bedroom Villa

The main house features a freestanding master bedroom with a lap pool and cold plunge pool, a guest room, a library, a living room, an indoor dining room, and a fully equipped kitchen.  The vast outdoor entertaining space includes a deck, dining, daybeds, and a covered lounge.  It offers the most exquisite view of the coast, with the feeling that you can step out onto the ocean.

Entire Five Villa Estate

Book the entire five-villa Mandaka estate at the heart of the resort.  This most expansive plot of land is designed with large families and groups of friends in mind. Its prominent, private passageway above the residence greets guests with a lounge to pause and enjoy the majestic view of the coastline. Descending down an imperial stone staircase, lush gardens and stone footpaths connect the villas, each set apart for maximum seclusion and the opportunity for individual bookings.  Villa combinations are available upon request.

Nihi Sumba Mamole Tree House – FUN-HEARTED, ADVENTURE LOVERS

World’s Best Hotel’ two consecutive years. Extraordinary villas nestled in the Indonesian jungle on the shore of pristine Nihiwatu Beach. Meticulously curated to blend vast ocean views & luxury comfort with traditional, native design. Swim with wild horses, surf the famous wave & explore the unique, tribal culture of Sumba. Much more than a mere ‘hotel’, NIHI is a world-class, bucket list experience. High-speed WIFI, minibar, private pool, and decks with outdoor showers or tubs. Kitchens, room service & butler available. Kids under 5 stay at no cost. Meals, soft drinks & excursions included. 4 restaurants, pool, spa, yoga & water sports.

You wake to the sound of chirping birds. You fall asleep to the music of waves crashing softly in the distance. You are in the childhood treehouse of your dreams. High above the ground, far away from stress and distraction, you are alive and one with nature. Welcome to Mamole treehouse, let us remind you what it means to be young with an old soul.

Three Bedroom Estate

Three separate but conjoining villas punctuate this breathtaking jungle property. Built around the trunk of a tree, Mamole is ideal for anyone who appreciates unique design and a sense of immersion in nature. The first floor contains an open-air living room and a half bathroom that leads out to a private lounge area overlooking a spectacular infinity pool. Generously appointed deck chairs and lounge seating make Mamole a social estate perfect for larger groups of friends or families that wish to be separate but close together. The second floor holds the master bedroom and bathroom: circular in shape and encased in fully functional sliding glass doors on all sides, the Mamole master bedroom is one of the most beautiful and distinctive Nihi Sumba Island has to offer, complete with a balcony overlooking the ocean.

Nihi Sumba Haweri – SACRED AND PROTECTED

World’s Best Hotel’ two consecutive years. Extraordinary villas nestled in the Indonesian jungle on the shore of pristine Nihiwatu Beach. Meticulously curated to blend vast ocean views & luxury comfort with traditional, native design. Swim with wild horses, surf the famous wave & explore the unique, tribal culture of Sumba. Much more than a mere ‘hotel’, NIHI is a world-class, bucket list experience. High-speed WIFI, minibar, private pool, and decks with outdoor showers or tubs. Kitchens, room service & butler available. Kids under 5 stay at no cost. Meals, soft drinks & excursions included. 4 restaurants, pool, spa, yoga & water sports.

When reaching the edge of wildness isn’t enough, travel just a little more, farther down the path. Reach Haweri: the most private estate in all of Nihi Sumba Island. The sprawling, intricate beachside property is home to the founders and creators of Nihiwatu. Make it your own.

Two-Bedroom Villa

Haweri is indeed the villa of abundance. There are two large swimming pools, a ten-person hot tub, a waterside yoga pavilion, a secluded bamboo bale above a private beach, and a spectacular living and dining room perched on a hilltop overlooking the coastline. For those seeking absolute privacy surrounded by nature at its best, this is the place to be. On the hilltop are the open-air dining, living, and entertaining pavilion with a fully equipped kitchen, fireplace, and two outdoor decks offering jaw-dropping views in all directions. Below are the swimming pools and the villas, each individually designed and positioned to maximize the beautiful vista; giving a breathtaking perspective from each area of the property.

Haweri Estate 

Take over the entire five-bedroom Haweri estate. In 1989 Haweri was set aside from Nihi Sumba Island by its Founders as their private residence. Since those early days, it has been redesigned and recently rebuilt with families and groups of friends in mind. For the first time, starting in 2017, Haweri will be available for those who appreciate an exceptional accommodation at the edge of wildness.

Nihi Sumba Puncak – PEAK OF A MOUNTAIN

World’s Best Hotel’ two consecutive years. Extraordinary villas nestled in the Indonesian jungle on the shore of pristine Nihiwatu Beach. Meticulously curated to blend vast ocean views & luxury comfort with traditional, native design. Swim with wild horses, surf the famous wave & explore the unique, tribal culture of Sumba. Much more than a mere ‘hotel’, NIHI is a world-class, bucket list experience. High-speed WIFI, minibar, private pool, and decks with outdoor showers or tubs. Kitchens, room service & butler available. Kids under 5 stay at no cost. Meals, soft drinks & excursions included. 4 restaurants, pool, spa, yoga & water sports.

You meditate as the sun rises.  You use the quiet estate for private yoga. You stroll through the sloping organic gardens.  You soak in your outdoor tub as the sunsets. You are hypnotized by the dancing flames of your personal bonfire. Your own hilltop retreat, where the world feels at your fingertips. Puncak is everything you need.

Four Bedroom Villa

Perched near the highest point of the resort above a hillside of organic gardens, Puncak comprises a four-bedroom estate with a sunken outdoor dining area and two plunge pools. One of the two-bedroom villas includes a bedroom each upstairs and downstairs with adjacent bathrooms. The other two-bedroom villa has a master bedroom upstairs with an en-suite bathroom and the children’s room downstairs, which can accommodate up to two children in a bunk bed, also with an en-suite bathroom. This villa includes a ground-floor open-air living room.  Puncak was a featured winner for PURE’s Best in Design 2015.

Nihi Sumba Lantoro – PRIVATE ESCAPE

World’s Best Hotel’ two consecutive years. Extraordinary villas nestled in the Indonesian jungle on the shore of pristine Nihiwatu Beach. Meticulously curated to blend vast ocean views & luxury comfort with traditional, native design. Swim with wild horses, surf the famous wave & explore the unique, tribal culture of Sumba. Much more than a mere ‘hotel’, NIHI is a world-class, bucket list experience. High-speed WIFI, minibar, private pool, and decks with outdoor showers or tubs. Kitchens, room service & butler available. Kids under 5 stay at no cost. Meals, soft drinks & excursions included. 4 restaurants, pool, spa, yoga & water sports.

Think views. A few inches of glass are all that separate you from a giant swath of blue ocean. A pool is large enough for family and friends. Direct beach access. Spacious outdoor dining and entertaining area. Luxury and convenience in equal measure. If Lantoro feels like your home, it’s because it was designed to.

One-Bedroom Villa

Located on a shared beachside estate, the Lantoro villas are perfect for families and groups of friends traveling together yet also have the flexibility to be rented separately. The one-bedroom suites feature secluded gardens, a private path leading down to the beach, and a private plunge pool.

Two-Bedroom Villa

Crested atop a hill, the two-bedroom Lantoro villa benefits from its own private entrance. Each of the two bedrooms features sweeping views of the Indian Ocean from a private balcony. Downstairs, a shared open-air bar, outdoor dining area, and a large swimming pool is the perfect space for family entertainment.

Entire Estate

Make all of Lantoro your own private estate. The four-bedroom property can be rented out for large groups of families or friends. Its spectacular views and large outdoor space make it a one-of-a-kind experience for those looking to relax and spread out.