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Nihi Sumba

Sumba Island, Indonesia·
10.0 / 10
#56 World's 50 Best Hotels 2025
Travel + Leisure World's Best Hotel
Condé Nast Gold List
#2 of 22 on TripAdvisor
Hotel · Sumba Island, Indonesia

Nihi Sumba on the remote Indonesian island of Sumba has been named the world's best hotel by Travel + Leisure and consistently ranks among the finest resorts on earth. The 33 villas are perched on a clifftop above a private surf break — Occy's Left — that is one of the best waves in the world. The resort's spa, Nihioka, is built in the jungle above the beach and is the most extraordinary wellness destination in Southeast Asia. Nihi Sumba's community programme, which employs over 500 local Sumbanese, is the most comprehensive in Indonesian tourism.

At a GlanceJalan Raya Nihi, Kodi, Sumba Barat Daya, Nusa Tenggara Timur 87284, Indonesia
City
Sumba Island
Country
Indonesia
Star Rating
5 Stars
Editor Score
10.0 / 10
Price Range
Luxury
Region
Asia
TripAdvisor4.9(1.1k)
Google
Why We Love It
Private surf break — Occy's Left
Nihioka jungle spa
33 clifftop villas
Community programme employing 500 locals
Most remote luxury resort in the world
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Adventure and surf enthusiastsEco-luxury travelersWellness and spiritual seekersCouples and honeymoonersFamilies seeking unique experiences
Nearby
Occy's Left (surf break)On-site

Sumba Foundation ProjectsVarious locations

Weekuri Lake1 hour drive

Lapopu Waterfall1.5 hour drive

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Quick Facts
LocationSumba Island, Indonesia
Stars5-Star Hotel
Best ForBest Luxury, Best Surf
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