Yoga and wellness are an integral part of the NIHI experience. Our stunning yoga pavilion, a breathtaking platform set on Nihiwatu Beach, invites you into a sacred space of solitude, where the soothing sound of the Indian Ocean guides each breath and movement.
Daily complimentary group classes cater to all levels and each session encourages growth, balance, and a deeper connection between body, mind, and spirit.
A gentler class than the Vinyasa Flow classes, Hatha Yoga consists of dynamic Yoga postures that will help you develop strength, balance, flexibility and increase concentration & inner calm.
Learn correct alignment, conscious breathing, work with possible injuries, relax, and enjoy!
A strong and energetic flow class, this style of Yoga links breath and movement through a creative, flowing sequence of Yoga postures.
Expect to sweat and leave feeling invigorated, refreshed, and inspired.
Modifications are given for different levels.
All levels are welcome.
Yin Yoga is a Taoist form of Yoga that targets the connective tissue of the hips, pelvis and spine.
Instructed at a gentle, soothing pace, floor postures are held for longer periods of time (3-5min) to facilitate deeper opening.
The long holds create space for mindfulness and connection within.
Replenish your body, mind and soul with a deeply relaxing restorative yoga practice.
Find stillness in deep yet subtle stretches and relaxing music.
Most poses are on the floor supported by props such as blocks and bolsters. Release and let go.
Find connection with your inner universe through the breath and meditation.
Learn simple techniques for sustaining single pointed concentration, clearing the mind and deepening your consciousness.
Meditation promotes relaxation, blood flow, a sense of total well-being, and steady mindedness.
Breath-work or Pranayama modulates the nervous system and creates a sense of inner alignment and balance.
Enjoy a serene practice and personalized yoga session at your own leisure.
Each class is tailored to suit your individual requirements, and can take place at our Yoga Pavilion or in your private villa.
No experience necessary, and all levels welcome.
Deepen your yoga and meditation practice through our seasonal special workshops.
Topics may include Inversion Practice, Breathwork Techniques, Introduction to Kundalini Yoga, Yoga Nidra, Somatic Meditation – and beyond.
Check the schedule upon your arrival for these targeted yoga experiences, designed to elevate and enhance your practice.
We are deeply honoured to share that NIHI Sumba has been awarded the prestigious Michelin Three Keys for the second year in a row, recognising NIHI as an extraordinary trip of a lifetime stay, the ultimate in comfort, service, style, and elegance.
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We are proud to be one of only three hotels in Indonesia to receive this prestigious accolade.
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Our heartfelt thanks to our incredible team for their dedication, passion, and spirit.
No, this is not AI. This is NIHI.
Here, horses are at the heart of the culture, carrying generations of tradition, ceremony and an enduring sense of freedom.
Across the island, local Sumbanese people bring their horses to the sea to bathe and swim. At NIHI, our horses also enter the ocean daily, swimming or simply standing in the shallows as the cool water washes over them.
One of the comments we receive most often is that these scenes must be AI. But no, everything you see on this page is real, authentic and unmistakably Sumba.
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Arrive at NIHI by helicopter, just 17 minutes from Tambolaka Airport. Take in the beauty of Sumba from the air and see the island from an entirely new perspective. Soar above rugged coastlines, rolling savannahs and untouched landscapes on the way to NIHI.
To explore even further, private helicopter tours and picnics in some of the island’s most remote and beautiful locations can also be arranged on request.
A very special night for NIHI.
We are incredibly proud to celebrate two incredible honours at The World’s 50 Best Hotels 2026.
James McBride @bapakjames has been named the 2026 SevenRooms Icon Award winner, recognising more than three decades spent reimagining hospitality and shaping NIHI into what it is today.
And NIHI Sumba has been named No. 35 in The World’s 50 Best Hotels 2026, once again standing among the very best hotels in the world.
A huge thank you to our incredible team in Sumba, our community, and everyone who has visited, supported and been part of NIHI’s story over the years.
Reformer Pilates has arrived at @nihi with The Pilates Project.
Move to the sound of the ocean, overlooking Nihiwatu Beach as NIHI’s horses gallop along the shore. A morning that feels almost too magical to be real.
Probably the most beautiful place in the world for Reformer Pilates.
At NIHI’s Ride & Racquet Club, it’s not uncommon to see a few familiar faces wandering past the tennis court as they make their way to the stables. Just another morning at NIHI.
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Simple quiet mornings at NIHI. Everyday life unfolds along the beach, with horses wandering the shoreline against this incredible landscape. A genuine glimpse of Sumba in a truly magical setting.
The magic of Nihiwatu Beach lies in the local life that unfolds before your eyes. A meeting place for hundreds of villagers, the beach is a source of food, a place to fish in the morning and hunt for squid at sunset, to wash ponies in the ocean, walk buffalo along the shore and race horses with friends.
Raw and unfiltered. It is simply life in Sumba, natural and shaped by traditions that have lived on here for generations.
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Not just an ordinary hotel.
Wake to uninterrupted ocean views from your bed, where morning light dances across the water, mist rises from the hills, and Nihiwatu’s white-sand beach awaits below. Discover an island shaped by deep-rooted culture, soulful traditions and the warmth of its people.
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A wellness experience unlike any other awaits at Nihioka Spa.
Five kilometres from the resort, the journey begins on foot, horseback, or by safari Jeep through traditional villages and rolling hills. Your first glimpse awaits at the Nipi Lima Wishing Hand, where NIHI Spa appears between the rice fields and the ocean below.
Set across 100 acres of Nihioka, this is wellness shaped by nature. Design your own experience with open-air treatments that unfold over hours, carried by ocean breezes and skilled hands.
Equine massage, reiki, hidden coves, and even a private villa stay are all part of the magic awaiting you at NIHI Spa Safari.
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