NIHI Sumba

Nestled in one of Asia’s final havens, where genuine care and hospitality bloom with a pure soul, the scenery unfolds like a living masterpiece... A scene straight out of a movie... A truly magical film...

I waited until 24 hours after leaving NIHI Sumba before I sat down to write this review as I felt I needed to process just how special this island and this resort is. It is the sort of place where you feel a little conflicted even leaving a review, on one hand wanting to keep NIHI Sumba to yourself so it always remains this special, and on the other wanting to tell people that if they can they need to experience it! We travelled to NIHI Sumba in August as part of a celebratory trip for my 50th birthday. We are a family of five, with three boys two of whom are teenagers and one who is ten. Each of us was similarly blown away by our five nights at this incredible resort. From the fantastic welcome at the airport, to the unique journey to NIHI through the wild and unspoiled landscape, and the unforgettable first glimpses of the resort. The welcome remained just as warm when we arrived and we were shown to our beautiful and spacious villas. The landscape around the resort is immaculate, and the beach just needs to be seen to be believed. We got the chance to experience many things here that were firsts - surfing for the boys, baby turtles being released, incredible waterfalls, walks to an unbelievably beautiful spa through traditional Sumbanese villages, swimming in the ocean with horses, and more. There is also plenty to keep you entertained outside of the numerous activities such as yoga, Padel, pickleball, table tennis and a pool table. Yet at the same time we were able to fully relax and switch off from the world. Exactly what a holiday should be. Before we arrived I was a little concerned about going somewhere where the food is all-inclusive as this can often mean lower quality. I needn't have worried though as every meal we had was fantastic. There are different themes every night, and the extensive menus and choices mean there is always something for everyone. All of the ingredients were incredibly fresh and tasty. I am going to struggle to go back to pre-prepared sushi having tasted it from fish caught that same morning! To experience all of this and then to see the impact that NIHI and the Sumba Foundation are having on the people of Sumba made our stay even more important. From providing education and healthcare to the local communities, and making very meaningful improvements in fighting malaria and malnutrition, it is amazing to also be supporting something with so much purpose. It seems unfair to single out individuals as every member of staff was amazing! However, I cannot thank our Guest Captains Doris, Adji, and Alce enough for how well they looked after us. Nothing was too much trouble, and we always knew where to turn if we needed something. We even contacted them after we had left our holiday on Sumba and were in Bali and realised we left behind something that was extremely precious to our ten year old. Not only did they help find it, but we had it delivered to our hotel in Bali the very next day! I cannot describe how th

Nihi has the best service and hospitality I’ve ever experienced. They truly go out of their way to make your stay as enjoyable as possible. They made us feel so special for our honeymoon with all the details they provided. They decorated our room, sat us in a table decorated with flowers for dinner, and upgraded us to the best spa room. It felt like they were celebrating with us. Maxy and Vera, our coaches during our stay, took care of all our needs and made our stay so stress free. Perfect location for a honeymoon and definitely worth the trip from Los Angeles.

One of the best trips I've had so far, the beach was just amazing unlike any other beach in the world. Took us only 1 hour flight from bali yet we arrived on a very different island unlike bali here at sumba. Horses are so cute and just made the trip perfect. Foods are nice and the rooms as well. The team that handled us Petrus, doris and Dinda are the MVP super friendly and literally available 24/7

Nihi is not a resort – it’s a state of mind. The luxury of privacy, harmony, nature, and exceptional quality, infused with the warmth and professionalism of the wonderful staff, is something words cannot truly capture, nor can any photo do it justice. For those who ride horses and love pristine, exotic beaches, it is a true paradise. The rating scale simply isn’t enough to reflect our experience. Although we travel a lot, we can honestly say – Nihi isn’t just another level, it’s an entirely different dimension. Special greetings to Anier, Doris, and Nina. We’ll definitely be back!

We were privileged to have the chance to discover this magical property where discovery, tranquility, sparkling shores, wild horses, safe beach, extreme perfection of services, are only few words to express the unique experience that NIHI SUMBA is providing. As travellers with more than 10Y of discoveries, this one MUST BE visited - trust me ! Merci to the whole staff, deeply inspired by the passionate General Manager Sabine and the dedication of the team, especially F&B and guests captain Marthen and Raju. MERCI !