Niyama Private Islands Maldives in Olhuveli (Dhaalu Atoll), Maldives

Niyama Private Islands Maldives has spacious beach and overwater pavilions with direct lagoon access. The deluxe overwater villas and beach pool villas provide private pools and direct beach access from selected categories. Each villa offers a balcony with sea views, a private bathroom, bathrobes, and a minibar.

The resort has nine restaurants, including the world's first underwater restaurant, Subsix. Tribal is the only Afro Latin restaurant in the Maldives. Nest is a treehouse-style Asian restaurant with a teppanyaki chef.

Guests have exclusive access to a private wave for surfing, with a dedicated surf shop and daily trips to local breaks. The resort is home to the first underwater nightclub, featuring glow parties and champagne breakfasts. Facilities include a tennis court, a games room with Xbox and PlayStation, and a range of water sports such as diving, snorkeling, windsurfing, and canoeing.

The resort has the largest kids' club in the Maldives, catering to children from 12 months to 12 years old. The club offers interactive activities, excursions, and a flexible drop-off policy. The property also has a separate teens' room and bicycles with child seats available.

Drift Spa offers multi-day wellness programs and retreats with treatments such as Shirodhara oil massage. The spa has 2 outdoor pools, a steam room, sauna, and a fitness center with personal trainers and yoga classes. Guests can also use the infinity pools, one of which has a pool bar.

Unique features: World's first underwater restaurant (Subsix) and first underwater nightclub

Activities: Private wave surfing, snorkeling, diving, tennis, and bike tours

Kids: Largest kids' club in the Maldives (ages 12 months to 12 years)

Spa: Drift Spa with multi-day retreats and oceanfront treatment rooms

Dining: 9 restaurants including Tribal (Afro Latin) and Nest (treetop Asian)

Location: Dhaalu Atoll with direct access to pristine beaches and coral reefs