{"id":43213,"date":"2025-10-08T03:51:40","date_gmt":"2025-10-08T03:51:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/maldives-paradise.com\/?p=43213"},"modified":"2025-10-18T16:40:58","modified_gmt":"2025-10-18T16:40:58","slug":"anantara-kihavah-and-niyama-private-islands-earn-top-honours-in-conde-nast-traveler-2025-awards","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/maldives-paradise.com\/en_us\/2025\/10\/anantara-kihavah-and-niyama-private-islands-earn-top-honours-in-conde-nast-traveler-2025-awards\/","title":{"rendered":"Anantara Kihavah and Niyama Private Islands earn top honours in Cond\u00e9 Nast Traveler 2025 Awards"},"content":{"rendered":"

Two Minor Hotels\u2019 Maldivian resorts \u2014 Anantara Kihavah Maldives Villas<\/strong><\/a> and Niyama Private Islands Maldives \u2014 have been recognised among the best in the 2025 Cond\u00e9 Nast Traveler Readers\u2019 Choice Awards<\/strong>, one of the travel industry\u2019s most respected accolades.<\/p>\n

The two resorts, both under Minor Hotels\u2019 luxury Anantara brand portfolio, were featured in the Indian Ocean category of this year\u2019s awards. Anantara Kihavah Maldives Villas<\/strong> was ranked No. 9 by readers of Cond\u00e9 Nast Traveller UK, while Niyama Private Islands Maldives<\/strong><\/a> secured the No. 10 spot in Cond\u00e9 Nast Traveler US.<\/p>\n

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Sunset Over Water Pool Villa at Anantara Kihavah<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

These rankings reaffirm the enduring appeal of Minor Hotels\u2019 Maldivian portfolio, celebrated for combining exceptional natural settings with world-class hospitality and distinctive guest experiences.<\/p>\n

Located in the Baa Atoll UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, Anantara Kihavah Maldives Villas offers a blend of barefoot luxury and marine discovery<\/strong>. The resort is renowned for its award-winning underwater restaurant, SEA, and a diverse collection of private pool villas surrounded by one of the archipelago\u2019s most vibrant house reefs.<\/p>\n

Meanwhile, Niyama Private Islands Maldives<\/strong><\/a>, set across twin islands Play and Chill in Dhaalu Atoll<\/strong>, continues to define laid-back luxury in the Indian Ocean. Known for its pioneering underwater club Subsix, family-friendly vibe, and innovative wellness and dining concepts, the resort offers an experience where adventure meets serenity.<\/p>\n

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Two Bedroom Beach Pool Pavilion at Niyama Private Islands<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

\u201cThese accolades reflect the passion and dedication of our teams across the Maldives,\u201d said Dillip Rajakarier, Group CEO of Minor International, the parent company of Minor Hotels. \u201cWe are proud to see our Maldivian resorts recognised by travellers from around the world, reaffirming their status among the most desirable island destinations globally.\u201d<\/p>\n

The 2025 Cond\u00e9 Nast Traveler Readers\u2019 Choice Awards highlight Minor Hotels\u2019 growing global presence, with a total of 45 accolades across its Anantara, Avani, NH Collection, and Elewana brands \u2014 the group\u2019s strongest performance to date.<\/p>\n

Check availability and Best Price Guarantee at Anantara Kihavah Maldives Villas >><\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

More information about Anantara Kihavah Maldives Villas luxury resort<\/a><\/p>\n

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Sunset Over Water Pool Villa at Anantara Kihavah Maldives Villas<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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