Luxury resort in West Sumba
NIHI Sumba
An all-inclusive luxury resort on Nihiwatu Beach in Wanokaka, West Sumba, with 31 villas and estates, a famous surf break and its own horses.
From$1435a night on Booking.com
- All-inclusive
- Surf
- Wellness
- Families
- Beachfront
About
NIHI Sumba is an all-inclusive resort on Nihiwatu Beach, a 2.5 km stretch of white sand in Wanokaka, West Sumba. It has 31 villas and estates, from one-bedroom villas to four-bedroom family estates, many with a private pool.
Rates include airport transfers, three meals a day, soft drinks, laundry and Wi-Fi. Guests come for the surf at Occy's Left, the horses and the Nihioka spa.
The experience
Days revolve around the ocean: surfing Occy's Left, paddling and snorkelling off Nihiwatu Beach, or riding the resort's horses along the sand. Further afield there are waterfalls, river trips, village visits and treks.
The Nihioka spa sits on its own stretch of coast, with treatments in open-air pavilions and a half-day Spa Safari.
Service
Guests mention the staff more than anything else: 211 of the 298 positive written reviews we read praise the service. Booking.com guests score the staff 10 out of 10.
There is a kids' programme, babysitting on request, a paramedic on site around the clock and daily laundry. The Sumba Foundation, started alongside the resort, runs water, health and school-lunch projects, and guests can tour them.
Villas and estates
31 villas and estates, from one-bedroom villas for couples to four-bedroom estates for groups.
CouplesOne-bedroom villas
Pick it for two
- King bed, for 2 adults
- Many with a private pool
- Some with direct beach access
- Garden, ocean or hilltop settings
- Families
Two-bedroom villas
Pick it for the family
- For 4 adults, or 2 adults and 2 children
- Duplex and beachfront options
- Infinity or plunge pools
- Children 5 and under stay free
- Groups
Estates and Treehouse
Pick it for a group
- Up to 4 bedrooms
- Marangga Family Estate sleeps 8 adults and 2 children
- The Treehouse has three raised bedrooms
- Views over the coastline
Getting to NIHI Sumba
Fly from Bali to Tambolaka Airport, about an hour. The resort is about 90 minutes away by road, and a shared transfer in an open-air safari car is included in the rate.
Best for
- Service you rememberStaff rated 10 / 10 on Booking.com
- Horse riding93 positive reviews mention the horses
- Spa and wellness86 positive reviews mention the spa or wellness
- Surfing64 positive reviews mention the surf
Key facts
- Check-in from 2pm, check-out by 11am
- Three meals a day and soft drinks included
- Shared airport transfers included
- Free Wi-Fi and daily laundry
Dining
Ombak
The main restaurant, open for breakfast and dinner
Nio Beach Club
Open-air pavilions on the beach, beside the main pool
Meals included
Three meals a day and soft drinks are included in the rate
Amenities and services
- Free Wi-Fi
- Beachfront
- Surf break
- Spa
- Yoga
- Meals included
- Kids' club
- Airport transfers
- Daily laundry
- Paddleboards
- Snorkelling
- B Corp certified
Guest reviews, compiled
Scores from 2071 reviews on Booking.com, Tripadvisor and Google · checked 31 Oct 2026
Guests praise the staff above all, along with the setting, the food, the horses and the surf. Complaints are few: some guests feel it is too expensive, and a group of reviews from Indonesian visitors objects to locals being kept off the beach and surf in front of the resort.
- Staff
- 10 /10
- Cleanliness
- 10 /10
- Facilities
- 9.8 /10
- Location
- 9.7 /10
386 of 450 recent Google and Tripadvisor reviews give 5 stars
Staff and service211 reviews
Warm, attentive staff, often named one by one in reviews.
Views and setting123 reviews
The beach, the ocean views and the gardens.
Food121 reviews
Strong, varied cooking across the restaurants.
Horses93 reviews
Beach rides and time with the resort's horses.
Themes counted across 316 written Google and Tripadvisor reviews, newest first.
What to consider
Price5 reviews
It is one of Sumba's most expensive stays, and some guests felt it was not worth the price. Premium dishes, some drinks and 21% tax and service are on top.
Beach access for locals9 reviews
Reviews from Indonesian visitors object to locals being kept off the beach and surf in front of the resort.
Surf limits
The resort caps Occy's Left at 15 surfers at a time and one surf slot per room per day.
Getting there
The drive from Tambolaka Airport takes about 90 minutes.
A very special place. Relaxed luxury. Every need anticipated. Great surf and outstanding food.
5 out of 5 starsKatrina, Perth, Australia · Tripadvisor Amazing place 5 star luxury and 5 star relaxation all while feeling you are adding something to the people’s lives in Sumba.
5 out of 5 starsSarah, Australia · Tripadvisor We came here for 4 days for our honeymoon and felt fully taken care of by Upi, Putri and the entire NIHI staff. The surf was incredible.
5 out of 5 starsEmily · Tripadvisor The villa was fantastic, the local staff were every bit as warm, attentive and quietly brilliant as we remembered … But, sadly, the overall feel of the place has changed.
3 out of 5 starsGeorge · Tripadvisor
Frequently asked questions
What is included at NIHI Sumba?
Shared airport transfers, three meals a day, soft drinks, Wi-Fi, laundry, padel and pickleball, paddleboarding and snorkelling, and group yoga. Premium dishes and some drinks are extra.
How far is NIHI Sumba from Tambolaka airport?
About 90 minutes by road. A shared transfer is included, or a private car costs extra.
Can you surf at NIHI Sumba?
Yes. Occy's Left breaks in front of the resort, with up to 15 surfers at a time and one surf slot per room per day. Surf lessons cost extra.
Is NIHI Sumba good for families?
Yes. There are two-bedroom villas and family estates, a kids' programme, a child-friendly pool and babysitting on request. Children 5 and under stay free in the same room.
What time are check-in and check-out?
Check-in is from 2pm and check-out is by 11am.
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