Location:
This spa resort is situated on the private coral island of Velassaru in the centrally located South Male Atoll.
The beachfront property, blessed with white sand beaches and a unique turquoise blue lagoon, is just a 25-minute speedboat ride from the Male International Airport.
Facilities:
Secluded beach views, fibre optic lit private pools, 24 hour butler service, the latest in entertainment technology and expansive private sunbathing decks are just some of the features on offer in one or more of the 7 room categories of NIYAMA namely 22 Beach Studios, 20 Beach Studios with Private Pool, 24 Water Studios with Private Pool, 12 Deluxe Water Studios with Private Pool, 4 Beach Pavilions with Private Pool, 2 Water Pavilions with Private Pool and 2 Ocean Pavilions with Private Pool.
Accessible by boat, the over-water Edge serves fresh seafood and premium wines. The beach-side Epicure has international dishes and a glass wine cellar. Other dining options include South American and African cuisines at Tribal, the pool-side Dune cafe and meals-to-go at The Deli.
Fahrenheit rooftop bar offers creative cocktails, live DJ performances and beautiful sunset views. Fitted with glass walls with views of the underwater marine life, Subsix offers global music and drinks.
The resort will provide a 40-minute round-trip sea plane transfer from Male International Airport. Seaplanes operate during daylight hours only. Guests arriving in Malé on an international flight after 15:30 will need to find their own overnight accommodation in Malé. They will be transferred to the island the following day.