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 or The Lagoon*.

*When staying in a Water Villa.

All-Inclusive option: includes breakfast, lunch and dinner at Bageecha or The Lagoon, as well as one à la carte meal per person, per stay, when staying a minimum of five nights. All-day soft drinks, mineral water, select specialty drinks such as milkshakes, open bar service including a selection of red, white and sparkling wine by the glass, beer, choice of international branded 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, all land sports and one sunset fishing excursion per person, per stay when staying a minimum of 6 nights. 10% discount on selected dive rates and 15% off 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 Farumathi restaurant. 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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Jun 23, 2026 Asif W

Choosing a Maldives resort can feel overwhelming with so many options, but after endless research, I am incredibly glad we chose Villa Nautica. Especially the beach pool villa. The views were astounding to wake up to and having the privacy of your own pool was so freeing. The island itself is everything you dream of when picturing the Maldives -… Read more
Choosing a Maldives resort can feel overwhelming with so many options, but after endless research, I am incredibly glad we chose Villa Nautica. Especially the beach pool villa. The views were astounding to wake up to and having the privacy of your own pool was so freeing. The island itself is everything you dream of when picturing the Maldives - stunning, pristine sandy beaches and crystal-clear blue waters. From the second we arrived until the moment we left, my new wife and I were made to feel less like standard guests and more like absolute VIPs. The standout feature of this resort is, without a doubt, the staff. The level of service here is second to none. The moment you sit down anywhere on the island, someone is there to check if you need anything, never in a pushy or intrusive way, but with a genuine desire to ensure you are comfortable, cool, hydrated and enjoying yourself. Little touches like the complimentary poolside juices speak volumes; it’s clear the resort prioritizes true hospitality and guest welfare over just turning a profit. Our island host, Sayuru, was a total superstar from day one to the very end. He took care of everything and anything we could possibly need. On our first day, he provided a thorough tour and laid out all our options, everything we needed to know and added my wife and I to a private WhatsApp group with him providing us with his daily updates keeping us perfectly informed of the island's activities. He went above and beyond to organize a stunning date night for us at the à la carte Italian restaurant, complete with a live violinist, and seamlessly handled booking and rescheduling a phenomenal spa day. He even personally helped me find out the times and logistics for Friday prayer. Nothing was ever too much trouble for him. Any time he seen us he’d come say hi and ensure we were looked after and weren’t wanting for anything. Seeing his face at the jetty on our final day to wave us off with the rest of the team was the perfect end to the trip. The dining experience was equally flawless. The main buffet offered an incredible variety, with the menu changing completely for every single meal, every single day, meaning we always had ample choice and never grew bored. The maître d’s greeted us with radiant smiles for every breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Their attention to detail is mind-blowing, despite the number of guests on the island, they remembered our names and room number. A massive thank you to chefs Firoz and Sudasu, who always took the time to chat with genuine warmth and happiness, and to our excellent waiters, Zahid and Bisu. Lastly, a special mention to our housekeeper, Buddah. After an embarrassing orange juice spill on the bed, I was incredibly apologetic, but he didn't blink an eye. He completely reassured us, handled it instantly, and made us feel entirely at ease. To top it off, his beautiful "Happy Honeymoon" bed decorations made our stays extra special. Villa Nautica didn't just host our honeymoon; they made it unforgettable. If you are debating where to book, look no further. We cannot recommend them highly enough. And after thinking if we ever got the chance to visit the Maldives again, we’d try other resorts, we’re much more likely to return to Villa Nautica. Read less
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Jun 23, 2026 SophiaR1026

We had an amazing time at Villa Nautica on our honeymoon. The resort is beautiful and the service was absolutely impeccable. Our host was Ibrahim who was fantastic, he would keep us up to date each day with everything going on on the resort and was so kind to us. Minu was also fantastic helping us at dinner to find gluten free options and got us… Read more
We had an amazing time at Villa Nautica on our honeymoon. The resort is beautiful and the service was absolutely impeccable. Our host was Ibrahim who was fantastic, he would keep us up to date each day with everything going on on the resort and was so kind to us. Minu was also fantastic helping us at dinner to find gluten free options and got us gluten free pancakes, thank you! All of the staff were so helpful and kind and we’d love to go back one day! Read less
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Jun 23, 2026 Samet Åž

We had an amazing holiday here at Villa Nautica. We stayed at the beach villa, it was fantastic for our honeymoon. Thank you all the members. Especially our host İbrahim, thank you for your great hospitality.
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Jun 23, 2026 Florencia P

We had an incredible one-week stay at Villa Nautica and truly enjoyed every moment of our vacation. The highlight of our experience was SAYA, who was exceptionally kind, friendly, and attentive throughout our entire stay. She was always available to help and made us feel welcome from the very beginning. The pool is spectacular, the villas are… Read more
We had an incredible one-week stay at Villa Nautica and truly enjoyed every moment of our vacation. The highlight of our experience was SAYA, who was exceptionally kind, friendly, and attentive throughout our entire stay. She was always available to help and made us feel welcome from the very beginning. The pool is spectacular, the villas are beautiful and very comfortable, and all the staff members were incredibly attentive and always making sure we had everything we needed. The food was delicious, with plenty of great options to enjoy every day. Thank you to the entire Villa Nautica team for such a wonderful experience. We will definitely cherish these memories and would love to come back again in the future. Highly recommended! Read less
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Jun 23, 2026 naureen s

One of the most beautiful experiences with villa nautica, the hospitality had me touching!! Our host, ibrahim was such a good person made our experience much easier and lovely and also the ambiance, the nature , the room, the food… was soo soo top notch! Highly recommend this to everyone especially the couples