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OUR PROPERTIES

  • Sand-colored NIHI Sumba circular badge logo with full text, used for consistent branding across digital and print assets.
  • NIHI Rote horizontal logo in sand color, representing the luxury island resort brand.

Press & Awards

A REMARKABLE ACHIEVEMENT EARNED IN 2016 AND 2017

Over the past decade, NIHI Sumba has not only consistently ranked among the world’s most exceptional resorts but holds the singular distinction of being the only hotel in the history of Travel + Leisure’s World’s Best Awards to be named the #1 Hotel in the World in consecutive years.


In 2023, we continued to captivate global travelers with our unique blend of luxury and adventure. In 2024, we were honored as Indonesia’s Best Hotel by Condé Nast Traveler and ranked #10 among The World’s 50 Best Hotels. Kicking off 2025, NIHI Sumba proudly claimed the inaugural Edge List award from Forbes Travel, cementing our legacy at the Edge of WildnessTM , and solidifying our place as one of the most beloved and iconic resorts in modern hospitality.

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latest awards



2025

• tatler best-in-class awards indonesia 2025
hotel of the year & best destination

• Robb Report 50 Greatest Luxury Hotels 2025
No. 7

• Travel + Leisure Luxury Awards Asia-Pacific
No. 4 Hotel & No. 3 Spa

• The Edge List, Forbes Travel 2025
Inaugural Winner

• Travel + Leisure 2025
500 List

2024

• TATLER BEST AWARD’S
Tatler Best Asia 100 Hotels

• THE WORLD’S 50 BEST HOTELS
#10 in the World
#1 in Indonesia

• DESTINATION DELUXE
People’s Choice Awards Best Hotel & Retreat

• TRAVEL+LEISURE
5 Favorite Resorts Indonesia #4
15 Favorite Resorts in Asia #7
100 Favorite Hotels in the World #38

• CONDé NAST TRAVELER
#21 Best Resorts in the World
#1 Resort in Indonesia

2023

• The World’s 50 Best Hotels #18
• Condé Nast Traveler Gold List
• TRAVEL+LEISURE 5 Favorite Resorts Indonesia, 15 Favorite Resorts in Asia and 100 Favorite Hotels in the World
• Robb Report 50 Greatest Luxury Hotels
• Net a Porter #1 Prettiest Beach Hotel in the World

2022

• TripAdvisor Awards Travellers Choice (Best of the Best)
• 2022’s World’s Best Awards Top 50 in the World

2021

• World’s Best Awards Top 50 in the World
• Travel + Leisure 500 List

2020

• TripAdvisor Awards Travellers Choice
• Travel + Leisure Awards Top 5 Resort Hotels in Indonesia

2019

• Travel + Leisure Awards 8th Best Resort/Hotels in Asia
• Andrew Harper Editors’ Choice Award – Hideaway of the Year
• Destination 2 World’s Most Instagrammable Hotels

2018

•  Travel + Leisure #9 Hotel in the World and #3 Best Hotel in Asia

2017

• Travel + Leisure Best Hotel in Indonesia, Best Hotel in Asia and Best Hotel in the World
• Condé Nast Traveler The World’s Best Hotels Gold List

2016

• T+L Awards Best Hotel in the World, Best Hotel in Indonesia, Best Hotel in Asia
• The Telegraph UK, One of the 50 greatest hotels in the world
• Condé Nast Traveler The World’s Best Hotels Gold List

2015

• Asia Spa Winner Destination Hotel/Resort of the Year
• Pure Life Experiences Winner Best in Design

2014

• Tatler’s Best Hotel in the World with Soul & Style

2013

• Condé Nast Traveler World Saver’s Award “Doing it all” and runner-up for “Health” category • TripAdvisor Top 25 Small Hotels in Asia “Traveler’s Choice Hotel Award”

2012

• Travel + Leisure The Standout for “Global Vision Award”
• TripAdvisor Best Hotel #2 in Indonesia “Traveler’s Choice Hotel Award”
• TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence Award
• Kiwi Collection Chosen as one of “Top Eco-friendly Hotel in the World”
• Global Ecosphere Retreats Long Run Destination

[2025] Robb Report

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[2025] Forbes Travel Guide

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[2024] The World’s 50 Best

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[2023] AD ITALIA

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[2023] Robb Report

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[2023] Travel+Leisure

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in the press

[2023] Travel+Leisure

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[2023] Travel+Leisure

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[2020] ELLE SPAIN

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[2017] GQ Australia

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[2017] Vanity Fair Italia

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On the Edge of Growth

NIHI Sumba logo, featuring the brand name 'NIHI' in green text with a stylized flame-like symbol in orange, representing the luxury resort in Sumba, Indonesia. NIHI Rote horizontal logo in Deep Ocean Blue and Turquoise, symbolizing the luxury island resort experience.

Nihigram

  • Two surfers walking along Nihiwatu Beach, each holding a surfboard, with palm trees lining the shore and vibrant turquoise waves gently rolling onto the sand.
  • Couple relaxing in the Kasambi private plunge pool at NIHI® Sumba, surrounded by lush tropical gardens and thatched-roof villas, enjoying a serene moment under the sun.
  • Surfer walking along the shoreline at sunset with a board in hand, glowing in the golden light of dusk after a day of riding the waves at NIHI Sumba.
  • Herd of Sumba horses peacefully walking along the shoreline at sunrise on Nihiwatu Beach, capturing the serene essence of the equine experience at NIHI Sumba.
  • Female surfer riding a powerful wave at NIHI Sumba, showcasing the world-renowned surf break and pristine ocean conditions off the resort’s wild coastline.
  • Aerial view of a traditional Sumbanese village surrounded by dense tropical forest, showcasing distinctive high-peaked thatched roofs and symmetrical layout on Sumba Island.
  • Local Sumbanese woman seated beneath a traditional thatched roof, skillfully hand-spinning yarn as part of the island's cultural Ikat weaving tradition.
  • Putri Kasambi tropical villa at NIHI® Sumba, featuring a thatched roof, private pool, and sun loungers, framed by lush gardens and overlooking the ocean at sunset.
  • Aerial view of Villa Rahasia at NIHI® Sumba, surrounded by dense tropical foliage and overlooking a secluded white-sand beach and turquoise waters.
  • Traditional Sumbanese warrior in ceremonial attire riding a decorated horse along the shoreline at NIHI Sumba, with turquoise waves rolling in behind.
  • Aerial view of NIHI Sumba's vibrant blue padel court nestled within lush tropical gardens, overlooking the turquoise Indian Ocean.
  • Woman floating with a surfboard in the ocean during golden hour, enjoying a serene surf session on Occy’s Left off the coast of NIHI® Sumba.
  • Local Sumbanese villagers outside a traditional thatched-roof home, surrounded by coconuts and greenery in a rural village near NIHI Sumba.
  • Aerial view of a horse and rider galloping along the wet sands of Nihiwatu Beach, leaving footprints near the shoreline as ocean waves crash nearby.
  • Silhouette of a Sumbanese warrior performing a traditional spear pose atop one of the Nihiwatu Beach rocks at night, set against a star-filled sky and a moonlit ocean horizon.
  • Traditional Sumbanese village pathway lined with thatched-roof huts and wooden fencing, capturing the rustic charm and architectural heritage of rural life in Sumba Island.
  • The secluded Villa Rahasia, the only villa on the Nihioka Spa grounds at NIHI® Sumba, perched above a lush cliffside overlooking a white sand beach and turquoise ocean, with two guests walking along the shoreline below.
  • Aerial view of Raja Mandaka, a luxurious thatched-roof villa at NIHI® Sumba, featuring a private pool and tropical gardens overlooking the turquoise waters and white sand shoreline.
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