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 03 Nov '26 to receive a complimentary 45-minute relaxing massage per couple, per stay between 08 Oct '26–31 Dec '28, when booking All Inclusive or Premium All Inclusive.Terms and conditions apply. Any applicable offers have been calculated into the prices shown. Offers may not be combinable. Excludes guests staying in Beach Villa room type. Must be booked within the first 3 days of guests stay. 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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Image of the Tripadvisor rating Beautiful Resort

Nov 1, 2026 Anniechris2021 London, United Kingdom

Wow. What a beautiful place. The quick transfer from Male is a bonus but what really made this place stand out were the people. The staff were so friendly and looked after us so well. A special mention goes to our island host , Sayuru. From the minute we arrived to the minute we left he went above and beyond to make our stay the best it could be. … Read more
Wow. What a beautiful place. The quick transfer from Male is a bonus but what really made this place stand out were the people. The staff were so friendly and looked after us so well. A special mention goes to our island host , Sayuru. From the minute we arrived to the minute we left he went above and beyond to make our stay the best it could be. Nothing was too much trouble for him. He booked all of our extras and also a couple of surprises for us which were amazing. What a lovely guy he is. The resort itself is immaculately kept, clean, and the facilities great. Food was tasty and varied and we will definitely return. Thank you! Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Amazing famili stay at Villa Nautica

Nov 1, 2026 Karen E

We had such a lovely stay at Villa Nautica with our four kids. Our interconnecting beach villas with private pools worked brilliantly for our family, giving us plenty of space while keeping everyone close. Being able to step straight onto the beach was pretty special. There was plenty to keep the kids happy, from cycling around the island to the… Read more
We had such a lovely stay at Villa Nautica with our four kids. Our interconnecting beach villas with private pools worked brilliantly for our family, giving us plenty of space while keeping everyone close. Being able to step straight onto the beach was pretty special. There was plenty to keep the kids happy, from cycling around the island to the kids club and splash park. The short speedboat journey from the airport also made travelling with four kids so much easier. The team deserves a special mention. Thank you to Rajesh and Sujan at the Lagoon Restaurant, and to Naleen, the chef, for looking after us so well at mealtimes. Sayuru, the head butler, also helped make our stay feel really special. It’s the people who make a place memorable, and we really appreciated their warmth and care. A beautiful island and a lovely choice for a family holiday in the Maldives. Thank you to everyone who made our stay so enjoyable! Read less
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Oct 29, 2026 500maximilianh Pfaffenhofen an der Ilm, Germany

The most friendly and helpful Host I have ever experienced is Abaan. He went to Male to buy medication for our daughter and helped us to upgrade to a better room twice. Every wish we had was fulfilled immediately and always with a smile. Abaan is s reason to come back one day… the island is big and beautiful with many opportunities for sports like… Read more
The most friendly and helpful Host I have ever experienced is Abaan. He went to Male to buy medication for our daughter and helped us to upgrade to a better room twice. Every wish we had was fulfilled immediately and always with a smile. Abaan is s reason to come back one day… the island is big and beautiful with many opportunities for sports like basketball gym tennis water sports table tennis and billiard. The reef was just amazing with many sharks and stingrays baloon fishes and a lot of little beautiful fishes. The rest of the staff so soooo friendly. All in all an amazing vacation. Special thanks to Abaan. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Great Family Vacation – Beautiful Stay, but a Few Areas for Improvement!

Oct 29, 2026 Mudit M Bengaluru, India

Great Family Vacation – Beautiful Stay, but a Few Areas for Improvement! ⭐⭐⭐⭐ We had an amazing 5-night stay at Villa Nautica with our family! We booked the Sunset Pool Villa, which was incredibly spacious, comfortable, and perfect for a family vacation. A separate bed for our child was arranged right from the start, which was a thoughtful… Read more
Great Family Vacation – Beautiful Stay, but a Few Areas for Improvement! ⭐⭐⭐⭐ We had an amazing 5-night stay at Villa Nautica with our family! We booked the Sunset Pool Villa, which was incredibly spacious, comfortable, and perfect for a family vacation. A separate bed for our child was arranged right from the start, which was a thoughtful touch. The resort offers plenty of fun activities for both kids and adults, making it a great destination for families. The island is beautiful, the water is crystal clear, and we thoroughly enjoyed our time here. However, since this was our third trip to the Maldives, there were a few things that fell short of our expectations: - Snorkeling & Marine Life: While the water around the island is stunningly clear, the reef is limited to certain spots, and we didn't see as much marine life as we had hoped. Perhaps our expectations were a little higher, having experienced some incredible reefs and marine life at other resorts in the Maldives. - Water Sports: The activities are enjoyable, but the prices are quite steep and could definitely be more reasonable. - Spa: The spa treatments are exceptionally expensive, and we found the pricing difficult to justify. A special shoutout to our island host, Zameer! He was fantastic throughout our stay, always available whenever we needed anything, quick to help with our requests, and even helped us secure special prices at the restaurants. His hospitality genuinely made our experience better. Overall, a wonderful family vacation! Villa Nautica is a beautiful resort with spacious accommodations and plenty to keep everyone entertained. With more competitive pricing for activities and spa treatments, and better snorkeling opportunities, it could easily have been a 5-star experience. Would definitely recommend it for families, especially those looking for a relaxing Maldives getaway! Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Wonderful stay, exceptional service

Oct 29, 2026 dineshrd2307

We had a wonderful time at the resort. The service was very good throughout, and the food was amazing, with plenty of variety and flavor. A special mention to our host, Zameer, who was friendly, attentive, and guided us very well during our stay. He made us feel welcome and helped us make the most of our time. We'd happily recommend this resort… Read more
We had a wonderful time at the resort. The service was very good throughout, and the food was amazing, with plenty of variety and flavor. A special mention to our host, Zameer, who was friendly, attentive, and guided us very well during our stay. He made us feel welcome and helped us make the most of our time. We'd happily recommend this resort and would love to return Read less