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Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru vs Niyama Private Islands Maldives

Both properties are praised by writers. On balance, Niyama Private Islands Maldives scores slightly higher than Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru. Niyama Private Islands Maldives scores 81 with approval from 5 reviews like Condé Nast Traveler, Mr & Mrs Smith and The Telegraph.

Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru
Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru
7 / 10
Vabbinfaru Island
From $573 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Free Breakfast
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Oyster Oyster
Luxury
"This luxury boutique resort from Thailand's Banyan Tree is slightly bigger and more expensive than sister property Angsana next door." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"Banyan Tree's only Maldives resort boasts beautiful wide beaches on a lovely circular island far enough from Male to feel like a true desert island experience." Full review
The Telegraph The Telegraph
9.0
"This eco-friendly resort on a beautiful coral island brags ample white-sand shores, a colourful reef teeming with marine life, and various dive sites." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Banyan Tree's only Maldives resort boasts beautiful wide beaches on a lovely circular island far enough from Male to feel like a true desert island experience" Full review
Niyama Private Islands Maldives
Niyama Private Islands Maldives
8 / 10
PO Box 2002, 20219
From $781 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Free Breakfast
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Jetsetter Jetsetter
"Hip new Maldives resort with wow factor amenities including an underwater nightclub, art studio and marine biology lab." Full review
Mr & Mrs Smith Mr & Mrs Smith
"This resort refines tropical-island luxury, hitting the high notes with sophisticated dining, alluring beach bars...and an emphasis on urban-inspired style." Full review
The Telegraph The Telegraph
9.0
"The lush Niyama Private Islands is spread over two islands – 'Play' and 'Chill' – and is filled with 4,200 coconut palms." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Meaning 'bon voyage' in Dhivehi, Niyama is indeed an excellent way to ensure you have a good trip to Maldives." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler Condé Nast Traveler
Readers' Choice Award
"A family-friendly resort with 86 beach and overwater villas, its pièce-de-résistance is an underwater nightclub with a view of living coral." Full review