Over the past decade, NIHI Sumba has not only been recognized among the world’s most extraordinary resorts but also 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 for two consecutive years. This year, NIHI proudly joins an elite circle as one of only three resorts in Indonesia to receive the prestigious Three-Key distinction in the Michelin Hotel Keys 2025.
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.




Latest Awards
- La Liste Awards 2026
Top 1000 Hotels: NIHI Sumba – 98.5/100
- Tatler Best Hotel in Asia-Pacific 2025
Best 100 - MICHELIN Keys for 2025
Three MICHELIN Keys · An extraordinary stay
(Only three hotels in Indonesia have earned the prestigious 3 Keys) - 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
- 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
- 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
- TripAdvisor Awards
Travellers Choice (Best of the Best) - 2022’s World’s Best Awards
Top 50 in the World
- World’s Best Awards
Top 50 in the World - Travel + Leisure
500 List
- TripAdvisor Awards
Travellers Choice - Travel + Leisure Awards
Top 5 Resort Hotels in Indonesia
- 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
- Travel + Leisure
#9 Hotel in the World and #3 Best Hotel in Asia
- Travel + Leisure Awards
Best Hotel in Indonesia, Best Hotel in Asia and Best Hotel in the World - Condé Nast Traveler
The World’s Best Hotels Gold List
- Travel + Leisure 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
Nihigram
Where wild horses roam the shoreline, endless palms sway in the ocean breeze, world-class waves roll onto untouched white sand, and every sunset feels like nature’s grand finale.
This is Nihi, a place where time slows, the horizon stretches forever, and every moment reminds you just how beautiful the world can be.
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#nihigram by @scottybauer_

No notifications. No playlists. No endless scrolling.
Just birds singing, waves rolling onto the shore, and the kind of silence that reminds you what peace actually sounds like.

As the sky melts into brilliant shades of gold, amber, and fire, there’s no better place to be than on horseback along the shores of Nihiwatu Beach as the sun slips below the horizon. This is NIHI Sumba.
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#nihigram by @lucaspinhel

Venture beyond @nihi to one of Sumba’s most beautiful coastlines.
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Head out onto the open water to the best fishing spots and cast your line before continuing onwards to Konda where you’ll be welcomed by @kondamaloba.
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Unwind between an oceanfront pool and Sumba’s turquoise waters while your freshly caught fish is prepared over an open fire before being served for lunch.
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If you’re feeling like you need some more adventure, take to the water on jet ski and feel the wind in your hair as you explore the natural beauty of the bay.
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This is an experience shaped and refined by the wild beauty of Sumba.
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#nihigram by @gedewahyuu_

No trending music. This is what magic really sounds like: waves rolling onto the shores of Nihiwatu Beach, horses cooling off in the salty waters, and the wild spirit of NIHI Sumba.
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#nihigram by @evelien_louise

Front-row seats to one of NIHI’s most iconic morning rituals.
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Grab breakfast with a friend as horses wander freely along the shoreline, with the Indian Ocean stretching beyond. 🤍

Hidden within the raw terrain of the island are little known gems waiting to be discovered. Embark on an adventure with @nihi by exploring the natural environment of Sumba. You’ll set off in an open aired vehicle and drive through the landscapes with a sense of excitement at what you may encounter. A trek to the Blue Waterfall is one such adventure that you’ll long remember for years to come and live with the memory of being left in awe at the wonder of nature.

No trending audio. Just NIHI, exactly as it sounds.
Some places don’t need a soundtrack to be unforgettable. Here, it’s the waves, the horses running along the beach, and the quiet moments in between that tell the story. 🤍

As the sun slips below the horizon, summer nights at NIHI take on a magic of their own. Romance in the air, stars overhead, and the feeling of being forever wild.
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#nihigram by @lucaspinhel @laylafoz

A new chapter begins on the shores of Nihiwatu as @nihi’s new Riding & Racquet Club meets the Edge of Wildness.
A private members’ club aesthetic, translated onto the sand, with an international tennis court and a terrace overlooking the ocean for sunset drinks. This is where the romance of great polo clubs meets the raw, elemental beauty of Sumba.
The Riding & Racquet Club is unlike anywhere else. A concept that could only exist at NIHI.

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