Villa Nautica, Paradise Island

Maldives, Indian Ocean

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The hotel

Villa Nautica, Paradise Island is a chic Maldivian escape where luxury meets laid-back island life. Just a short speedboat ride from Malé, it’s ideal for honeymooners or anyone after a touch of paradise without the long transfer. Overwater and beachfront villas open straight onto turquoise lagoons or golden sands, many with private pools or bubbling whirlpools for those dreamy sunset dips. Days drift by between the infinity pool, the world-class spa, and the countless ways to dive into the ocean - from paddleboarding at sunrise to discovering colourful reefs just a fin-flip away. And for something special to round off the day, ask about a private beach dinner under the stars. Whether you’re here to soak up the serenity or make a splash, Villa Nautica promises crystal-clear waters, flawless service, and the kind of memories that linger long after you’ve flown home.

Amenities

  • Scuba Diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Surfing
  • Tennis
  • Water Skiing
  • Windsurfing
  • Yoga
  • Honeymoon
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Internet Access
  • Restaurant
  • Spa

Where is it

Located in the island of Lankanfinolhu, just 20 minutes away from Malé by speedboat.

Hotel information

Villa Nautica, Paradise Island offers over 200 villas suites, all with air-conditioning, in-room safe, complimentary WiFi access, complimentary beach towels, satellite TV, tea/coffee-making facilities, mini-bar* and twice daily housekeeping.

Beach Villas feature an outdoor shower, and 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults and 1 child.


Board basis options 

Full Board includes: breakfast, lunch and dinner at Bageecha.


All-Inclusive option: includes breakfast, lunch and dinner at Bageecha, as well as one à la carte meal per person, per stay at Ristorante al-Tramonto or The Hook when staying a minimum of 7 nights. All-day soft drinks, mineral water, open bar service including a selection of red, white and sparkling wine by the glass, beer, choice of spirits and a selection of cocktails and mocktails, from 10:00am until 01:00am. Beverages at à la carte are not part of the All-Inclusive plan. Drinks will however, be served from an All-Inclusive menu at these outlets. All-Inclusive guests will receive a 15% discount at à la carte restaurants. Mini-bar with two beers, two soft drinks, two juices, two wines and two assorted snack items (replenished once per day). Snorkelling equipment and all land sports are included (excluding floodlit tennis). 10% discount on selected dive rates and 15% off selected spa treatments. Canoeing and windsurfing available for 1-hour per day, subject to availability and prior booking.


Premium All-Inclusive option: includes breakfast, lunch and dinner at the main restaurant. Drinks included from all-inclusive menu. One à la carte 3-course meal per person per day, either lunch or dinner from Ristorante al-Tramonto or The Hook. Daily casual snacks at selected outlets. High tea at main bar/coffee shop. Mini-bar (re-stocked once a day with 2 soft drinks, 2 juices, 2 beers, 2 bottles of wine (375 ml each), and 2 assorted snack items. Drinking water bottle (1 ltr) per person per day. Tea/coffee-making facilities in the room (1 set per day). Unlimited drinks from the beverage menu including fresh juices, cocktails, beer, premium liquors (champagnes, wines and spirits). Experiences: snorkelling equipment throughout the stay. One hour use of canoe and windsurfing per day. Land sports (excluding coach and instructors): badminton, snooker/ billiards, table tennis, volleyball, squash, daylight tennis and football. 15% discount on selected spa treatments. 10% discount on selected diving rates. One sunset fishing excursion per person per stay for guests staying minimum 4 nights.

Please note: Meal plan inclusions are defined by the hotel and are subject to change at any time without notice.

Room upgrades

Two-Bedroom Family Beach Villa is larger in size than the Deluxe Beach Villa with the addition of a separated living area. Sleeps maximum 4 adults and 2 children.

Water Villas are perched above the lagoon on stilts, with steps leading straight into the ocean. The Water Villa also provides a private sundeck for you relax and take in the sounds of the sea. Sleeps maximum 2 adults.

Deluxe Beach Pool Villas offer stunning ocean views from the private plunge pool. This room type also offers direct beach access. Sleeps maximum 2 adults and 1 child.

Sunset Beach Pool Villa offer the same amenities as the Deluxe Beach Pool Villa, but with the addition of a private beach cabana. Sleeps maximum 2 adults and 1 child.

Sunset Deluxe Beach Pool Villa feature indoor and outdoor seating areas, private pool with sun terrace and direct access to the beach. Sleeps maximum 2 adults and 1 child.

Water Villas with Whirlpool offers the same great amenities as the Water Villa, with the addition of a private whirlpool on the villa's sundeck. Sleeps maximum 2 adults.

Ocean Beach Pool Villas offer peace and tranquillity in one of the most undisturbed areas of the resort. With it's very own private pool and sundeck, this is the choice place to unwind. Sleeps maximum 2 adults and 1 child.

One-Bedroom Ocean Suites with Pool offer generous living space and a plunge pool on the private sundeck. Complimented by direct step access to the ocean, this suite is positioned for astonishing sunrise views. Sleeps maximum 2 adults.

Two-Bedroom Ocean Suites with Pool provides a similar layout to the one-bedroom alternative, with an additional bedroom and a sweeping plunge pool across the private sundeck. Sleeps maximum 4 adults.

Two-Bedroom Beach Villas with Two Pools are also available, sleeps maximum 4 adults and 2 children.

Bageecha (locally sourced dining, open all day). The Lagoon (overwater dining, serving Maldivian cuisine for those staying in a Water Villa). Ristorante al Tramonto (authentic Italian dining, served in an open air terrace). Fukuya Teppanyaki (incredible Japanese dining, serving sushi and tempura). Farumathi (offering divine seafood options and lunch and dinner). Dhaavani Coffee Shop (open all hours, caffeine outlet). Captain's Bar/Hulhangu Bar (coffee or cocktails, this is a great seaside hangout). Beach Bar (beach Bar serving ice-cold beverages).   

Infinity pool. Araamu Spa*. Fitness centre. Tennis. Table tennis. Volleyball. Basketball. Badminton. Squash court, Snorkelling*. Paddle boarding (lessons are available)*. 1 hour glass bottom boat tour*. Surfing*. Scuba diving*. Kids’ Club with daily programme (4-12 years). 

Complimentary WiFi in all rooms and public spaces. Babysitting service*.

*Denotes local charge. 

Please note: to ensure our customer's safety, we are unable to offer over water accommodation to children under the age of 12.

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Nov 6, 2026 anneastascia Newcastle, Australia

Our first trip to the Maldives and it was everything we had heard the Maldives to be! Cannot wait to return… Sayuru, our host, was fantastic. So easy to communicate with, always willing to help and nothing was ever a problem for him. He truly made our stay magical! Thank you Sayuru for making our stay unforgettable, thank you for making… Read more
Our first trip to the Maldives and it was everything we had heard the Maldives to be! Cannot wait to return… Sayuru, our host, was fantastic. So easy to communicate with, always willing to help and nothing was ever a problem for him. He truly made our stay magical! Thank you Sayuru for making our stay unforgettable, thank you for making arrangements for my husbands 50th birthday and thank you to all the staff who remembered our names, remembered our room number, even remembered our drink order! The staff at Villa Nautica were what really make this island hotel feel like a home away from home. Thank you also to Jone from the water sports who was so accommodating in arranging a boat for surfing for my husband and son on multiple occasions. Read less
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Nov 5, 2026 Ricky M

We have recently returned from an incredible 7 night stay at Villa Nautica. Despite mixed weather during our visit, there was always something to do and plenty to explore. We loved snorkelling around the island and spotted reef sharks, stingrays, pufferfish and many more. The surroundings really are extraordinary with powder white beaches and… Read more
We have recently returned from an incredible 7 night stay at Villa Nautica. Despite mixed weather during our visit, there was always something to do and plenty to explore. We loved snorkelling around the island and spotted reef sharks, stingrays, pufferfish and many more. The surroundings really are extraordinary with powder white beaches and stunning turquoise waters. We stayed in both a beach villa and overwater villa and it was the overwater villa which made our stay extra special. It was so good to be able to sit on the deck watching all the marine life and to snorkel straight from the room steps. The real highlight of this resort though is the staff. The hospitality shown by everyone here is outstanding and made our stay truly special. Although all the staff were amazing, some special mentions go out to Sayuru our island host who greeted us on arrival, showed us around, was always available for any questions, arranged a room upgrade and ensured out stay was perfect throughout. Dinesh in Bageecha restaurant went above and beyond at every mealtime, was so welcoming and always ensured we had everything we needed and Onkar in Lagoon restaurant was extremely helpful and always smiling. Overall we loved our stay and would highly recommend this resort to others. Read less
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Nov 5, 2026 cosmini551 Oradea, Romania

We had a lovely stay at Villa Nautica! A special thank you to Glory, our island host, for being so kind, friendly and helpful throughout our stay. She was always there whenever we needed anything and made our experience even better. We really appreciate everything! ❤️
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Nov 4, 2026 jd w Chennai (Madras), India

Excellent rooms, extremely comfortable and had a well-organized layout. The view towards the beaches were priceless. The staff were very friendly and polite. Really helpful. The frequent buggy service helped us to reach our locations on time in a relaxed manner.
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Nov 3, 2026 Esraxkaya

A place where we feel like we are living in a dream during our holidays! This was our second visit, and it definitely won’t be our last. The hotel is extremely comfortable, the food is delicious, and the rooms are cleaned at least twice a day. During our first visit, we were upgraded to a Water Villa, which was an absolutely unforgettable… Read more
A place where we feel like we are living in a dream during our holidays! This was our second visit, and it definitely won’t be our last. The hotel is extremely comfortable, the food is delicious, and the rooms are cleaned at least twice a day. During our first visit, we were upgraded to a Water Villa, which was an absolutely unforgettable experience. On our second visit, we stayed in a Beach Villa, and we had an incredible holiday with our 9-month-old baby and our 7-year-old daughter. Leaving the girls at the Kids Club and going snorkeling was simply wonderful. We never had any difficulties finding suitable food for the children, as there were separate meal options available for them. From the beginning of our holiday until the very end, all the hotel staff were incredibly friendly, welcoming, and helpful. A special thank you to Ms. Akmo, who supported us with everything we needed. I truly appreciate her kindness, warm smile, and helpful attitude. When we return in the summer, I would absolutely love to see her again! We were also treated to a complimentary dinner at the Italian restaurant, and everything we tried was fantastic. In short, we look forward to coming back here every single year. Thank you for everything, Villa Nautica family! There is only one thing that makes me a little sad: the decision to turn all the Beach Villas into pool villas and enclose their outdoor areas. One of my favourite things was opening the window in the morning and seeing the breathtaking ocean and the beautiful white sandy beach. I wouldn’t want to wake up to a pool and an enclosed garden instead. I sincerely hope that not all Beach Villas will eventually be converted into pool villas. Thank you once again for making our holiday so special! Read less