Nika Island Resort & Spa

Property Highlights

The property offers a choice of 46 rooms, villas, suite and studios set inland, across the beach or overwater.

Most of the accommodations here overlook the ocean.

Explore the Nika Museum's maze of tunnels, galleries and coral-made vaults and marvel at the exhibits. Enjoy relaxing spa therapies, and bask in the sun at the white sandy beaches.Build sand castles or enjoy long walks while enjoying the views. Keen on exploring the underseas? Join the resort's e-learning program for a quicker certification once at the resort.Besides the courses for adults, the resort's dive centre offers Bubble Maker courses for kids aged 8 and above. Kids aged 10 and above can join PADI Scuba Diver, Open Water Diver and similar courses.Guests can also experience the thrill of night snorkelling. Dolphin spotting, big game fishing, live bait fishing and sunset fishing can be enjoyed too.For a special experience, request a picnic at a deserted island or sandbank. Local Island tours are arranged regularly. Other facilities at the resort include contactless check-in/checkout, a 24-hour front desk and a library.Laundry, concierge and currency exchange services are available too. Hindi and English-speaking staff are available for assistance.

For dining, there are 3 eateries on-site. Enjoy room service, barbecue facilities and a choice of halal or vegetarian food.For breakfast, Continental dishes are available.

How to Reach the Property

The resort is located on Kudafolhudhoo Island, one of the first islands in Ari Atoll to be developed into a resort.The property retains the tropical fruit gardens planted by locals from nearby islands. Combined with mesmerising beaches and great water sports, it offers a wonderful base for your holiday.

The property offers seaplane transfers from Male International Airport. It is a 25-minute flight and costs USD 410 per adult and USD 205 per child (2 to 11 years) .The cost is for roundtrip/return transfer and inclusive of taxes. Guests arriving at Male International Airport after 1530 hours will need to stay overnight at Male.Transfers are mandatory and guests have to share details of arrival and departure flights at least 96 hours prior to arrival. Payment has to be done directly at the property.The property will arrange for the transfer and share details such as pick-up point, kiosk at the airport etc.

Food & Dining

• Dine at any of the 3 eateries on-site or opt for private dining.
• Nika Restaurant - The main restaurant, Nika serves Italian, Mediterranean and local delicacies and over 100 types of wines from its wine cellar.
• Bepi Bar - This is the perfect place to relax and enjoy sundowners.
• Coffee Shop - Great coffee and books await you here.
• The property also offers all-inclusive meals with below inclusions:
• All meals at the main restaurant.
• All non-motorized water sports (classes chargeable)
• Canoeing and Windsurfing/Volley Ball/Futsal 
• Select cocktails, house wine and beverages available at onsite eateries (premiums brands and fresh fruit juice chargeable)

Room details and Amenities

• Each of the 46 rooms, villas, suites and studios is air-conditioned and features traditional architecture and decor.
• Each accommodation has free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a safe deposit box.
• Tea/coffee-making facilities and minibar for added convenience.
• All Beach Villas feature separate living room, private beach (beach chairs and umbrellas), and garden with gazebo and hot tub.
• Made with coral blocks, these villas feature thatched wooden roofs, antiques and local art work.
• All Deluxe Beach Villas have a wine cooler too, and are very close to the barrier reef.
• All Water Villas are on 3 levels with the first level in the water.
• The second level has the living room, bedrooms as well as a sundeck, and on the third level, there is a private solarium.
• All the water villas overlook the resort's barrier reef. 
• Sultan Suite is the largest accommodation here and has the largest private beach.
• It is a 2-bedroom suite with separate living room, library, a wine cooler and a garden with gazebo and hot tub.
• Fora Studio is set above the resort's coffee shop and has a terrace with stunning ocean views.
• Fornace Studio is a loft converted from an open kiln.  
• Guests of Water Villas, studios and garden rooms enjoy access to two of the resort's beaches.       
• En-suite bathrooms have showers and toiletries.

Activities & Experiences

• Learn about the local culture at Nika Museum. 
• Relax with a massage at the spa.
• Learn diving at the resort's dive centre.
• Enjoy night snorkelling, dolphin spotting, big game fishing, live bait fishing and sunset fishing.
• Picnic at a deserted island or sandbank, and explore local Islands. 

For Couples

The resort is a great choice for couples seeking a unique getaway in Maldives.Guests can also enjoy the following benefits for special occasions (occasion and proof required for each at the time of booking) : A bottle of sparkling wine and cake on arrival as well as in-villa breakfast once during the stay for honeymoon (wedding not older than 6 months) .A minimum stay of 4 nights is required to avail these benefits.