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.

  • Booking Bonus: Book by 30 Sep '26 to receive up to 30% off the accommodation cost between 01 Aug '26–31 Oct '27. Plus, receive a complimentary upgrade from Full Board to All Inclusive. 

    Terms and conditions apply. Any applicable offers have been calculated into the prices shown. Offers may not be combinable. Upgraded meal plan must be selected at time of booking. Blackout dates apply. 

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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Sep 14, 2026 Sarasvathy K

My family and I had a wonderful vacation and an unforgettable stay at Nautica Resort. We visited to celebrate my husband’s birthday, and everything about the experience was truly amazing. The beautiful beach and villa were absolutely breathtaking — honestly, there are no words to describe how beautiful the place was. It was the perfect setting… Read more
My family and I had a wonderful vacation and an unforgettable stay at Nautica Resort. We visited to celebrate my husband’s birthday, and everything about the experience was truly amazing. The beautiful beach and villa were absolutely breathtaking — honestly, there are no words to describe how beautiful the place was. It was the perfect setting for a special family celebration. I would especially like to thank our wonderful our wonderful host, Akmo, for her warm hospitality and excellent service. She was always very prompt in responding to our messages and was happy to assist with any requests we had. She was always smiling, friendly, approachable and made us feel so well taken care of throughout our stay. Akmo also did an amazing job organising a special birthday decoration and surprise for my husband. Everything was beautifully arranged, and my husband was completely shocked and touched by the surprise! ❤️ We truly appreciate all the effort and care she put into making his birthday so memorable. Thank you, Akmo, for going the extra mile and and making our stay even more special. However I have feedback on the food varieties we stay there 4days and 3night. Daily the food all the three meals was the same there was no change in the menu. We been eating the same food and the 3rd day we were already bored of it. Please look into this. Overall, it was a beautiful and memorable vacation for our family. We will definitely cherish the wonderful memories we made at Nautica Resort and hope to return again someday! 🌴❤️ Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Unforgettable Stay at Villa Nautica

Sep 14, 2026 Paradise20250626621

We had a wonderful 3-day stay at Villa Nautica Maldives♥️🌴 We stayed in both the Beach Villa and the Water Villa, enjoying the unique beauty and comfort of each. A very special thanks to Ibrahim, our dedicated villa host who took care of us throughout our entire stay and made it truly memorable with his exceptional hospitality, friendly nature,… Read more
We had a wonderful 3-day stay at Villa Nautica Maldives♥️🌴 We stayed in both the Beach Villa and the Water Villa, enjoying the unique beauty and comfort of each. A very special thanks to Ibrahim, our dedicated villa host who took care of us throughout our entire stay and made it truly memorable with his exceptional hospitality, friendly nature, and constant support. He was always attentive and made sure everything was perfect for us. Beautiful resort, amazing experience, and excellent service. Highly recommended ❤️🌊 Read less
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Sep 14, 2026 Александър Т Denmark

Our stay was amazing! The staff, the nature, the hotel, the service was all great. We would like to thank our host Abaan was fantastic and he, Manu and the team took great care of us!
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Exceptional Hospitality – Special Thanks to Fatima, Our Island Host

Sep 14, 2026 Sarah H

Our Island Host, Fatima, was absolutely wonderful throughout our stay. She was incredibly kind, helpful, attentive, and always made sure we had everything we needed. Whenever we had a question or needed any assistance, Fatima was always there to help with a smile. She made us feel very comfortable and well taken care of, and her warmth and… Read more
Our Island Host, Fatima, was absolutely wonderful throughout our stay. She was incredibly kind, helpful, attentive, and always made sure we had everything we needed. Whenever we had a question or needed any assistance, Fatima was always there to help with a smile. She made us feel very comfortable and well taken care of, and her warmth and professionalism truly added something special to our stay. We really appreciated everything she did for us and feel very lucky to have had Fatima as our Island Host. She was definitely one of the people who made our Maldives experience even more memorable. 💖 Read less
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Sep 14, 2026 Jerl_Surv Novi Sad, Serbia

It has our first trip to Maldives and we were amazed by service and atmosphere, already planning to come back next year. We were happy with the service by our host Saya, very welcoming and helpful, and Zahid