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: inclusions are subject to change.

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 31 Jan '26 to receive a complimentary upgrade from Full Board to All Inclusive between 19 Dec '25–31 Oct '26.  

    Terms and conditions apply. Any applicable offers have been calculated into the prices shown. Upgraded board basis must be selected when booking. Offers may not be combinable. 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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Jan 23, 2026 giovannipecchia Avella, Italy

Abaan made our honeymoon at Villa Nautica in the Maldives truly unforgettable. From the very first moment, he welcomed us with genuine warmth and made us feel completely at home. He was always available, incredibly attentive, and consistently one step ahead whether it was helping us with reservations, sharing helpful tips, or making sure every… Read more
Abaan made our honeymoon at Villa Nautica in the Maldives truly unforgettable. From the very first moment, he welcomed us with genuine warmth and made us feel completely at home. He was always available, incredibly attentive, and consistently one step ahead whether it was helping us with reservations, sharing helpful tips, or making sure every detail of our stay ran smoothly. What really stood out was how personal his care felt: Abaan remembered what we liked, checked in at the perfect moments (never intrusive), and somehow made everything feel effortless. Thanks to him, we could fully relax and focus on enjoying this once-in-a-lifetime trip. If you’re staying at Villa Nautica, you’re in the best hands with Abaan. He’s professional, kind, and truly dedicated to making guests happy. We’re so grateful for everything he did to make our honeymoon so special. Thank you, Abaan! Read less
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Jan 23, 2026 laurabessick London, United Kingdom

It was our third time at Villa Nautica, and we had the most amazing time yet again. The beaches/sea is stunning, as is the swimming pool. It is only a 20 min boat ride away which suits us really well as we have very young kids and a seaplane after a 11 hour plane journey would probably be a bit much for them. Despite it being so close it feels… Read more
It was our third time at Villa Nautica, and we had the most amazing time yet again. The beaches/sea is stunning, as is the swimming pool. It is only a 20 min boat ride away which suits us really well as we have very young kids and a seaplane after a 11 hour plane journey would probably be a bit much for them. Despite it being so close it feels remote! Soltana was an excellent host and helped us out on several occassions - there was one small issue with our room which was fixed the same day without us even noticing! Soltana/Ms Apparvo also facilitated an upgrade for us for our last 2 nights as it was our third time at the hotel and it was SO appreciated. Our waiters were all amazing at both Bacheega and The Lagoon - special shout out to Dinesh and Vinu in Bacheega who were always so happy and provided a lovely smiley start to our days - Vinu who prepared so much fruit for my children, even when they wanted certain things which were not displayed he would miraculously get it for them no matter what (and always with a smile!). The spa is also incredible, and we had lovely massages in a gorgeous setting. We both tried the complementary sunset yoga and the yoga teacher was very knowledgeable and gave a great class which we really enjoyed. We genuinely felt like all the staff loved children and were always looking out for our kids, and remembered them which they made them feel very special. The kids club is so lovely - unlike other hotels where it might feel like you're away from the magic when you're tucked away in the kids club, this kids club is right next to the beach and has it's own pool. All the ladies that work there are so lovely, and even remembered us all from our last visits. They also do kids discos a couple of times a week and my music obsessed kids loved these (and unfortunately for us they are still singing all the songs on repeat!). We firstly stayed in the beach villa, which we highly recommend for families and we loved having direct access to the beautiful beach (as did our children). However, we would have loved to have seen some more upkeep to the rooms as nothing had changed since our first stay in the beach villa (even just quick cosmetic updates like painting / changing the lamp shades would have made a difference), but I was told they would be fully upgraded soon. We were in a water villa for the last 2 nights which was stunning and it was especially nice being able to go to The Lagoon for our meals as it's a beautiful setting and all the staff are so friendly! We had dinner at the Italian restaurant one evening and we were actually surprised by how delicious the food was - definitely worth a visit if you can. We will definitely be returning again one day, hopefully soon. Thank you all for another unforgettable family holiday! Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Thank you Ajlan for our paradise stay

Jan 23, 2026 LoveTravel142228

We had an amazing stay. Ajlan took fantastic care of us from start to finish, checking in with us daily with key information and ensuring all of our needs are met. I would highly recommend staying here. The accommodation was superb, the snorkelling was amazing and the food delicious. Thank you Ajlan.
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Jan 23, 2026 jonathanwT46TX New York City, New York

We stayed at Villa Nautica for our honeymoon and it was absolutely perfect. Our one-bedroom ocean villa was beautiful with incredible views, exactly what we were hoping for. The entire staff was wonderful and made us feel well taken care of throughout our stay. A special shoutout to our host Ajlan, who went above and beyond. He made sure we got… Read more
We stayed at Villa Nautica for our honeymoon and it was absolutely perfect. Our one-bedroom ocean villa was beautiful with incredible views, exactly what we were hoping for. The entire staff was wonderful and made us feel well taken care of throughout our stay. A special shoutout to our host Ajlan, who went above and beyond. He made sure we got all the benefits of our Infinity package, helped arrange reservations, and was always easy to reach over WhatsApp whenever we had questions. It's clear the team genuinely cares about their guests. We'd recommend Villa Nautica in a heartbeat and hope to return someday! Read less
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Jan 22, 2026 Indrit H

Our 7 nights stay at this Villa Nautica was nothing short of magical. The island itself is absolutely stunning, and the staff were incredibly warm, friendly, and always ready to help, which made our honeymoon even more special. Our deluxe sunset villa was spotless and very well equipped, with a spacious bathroom, an amazing outdoor tub, and a… Read more
Our 7 nights stay at this Villa Nautica was nothing short of magical. The island itself is absolutely stunning, and the staff were incredibly warm, friendly, and always ready to help, which made our honeymoon even more special. Our deluxe sunset villa was spotless and very well equipped, with a spacious bathroom, an amazing outdoor tub, and a private pool that was always clean and in perfect condition. Waking up every day to that breathtaking sea view was truly unforgettable. A very special thank you to our island host Abaan, who took such great care of us during our honeymoon and was always available to help with any questions or requests. His support made our stay smooth and stress-free. We also loved spending time at the Cocoon Lounge — every cocktail we tried was unique and delicious. Huge thanks to Salinda, the bartender, for the fantastic drinks and great vibes. The food was outstanding, with a huge variety of options every day and excellent quality that never disappointed. Each evening felt special with different activities such as DJ nights, violin performances, live music, and incredible fire shows. We also tried several water sports, including snorkeling, spotting turtles and stingrays, visiting a sandbank, and even enjoying dolphin shows. Everything felt truly magical — seeing colorful fish, turtles, and dolphins up close was an unforgettable experience. While water sports at a resort are naturally pricier compared to local islands, there were plenty of options available, allowing you to choose one or multiple activities based on your preferences. We recommend this resort to anyone looking for a perfect island escape or honeymoon. Hopefully, we will get the chance to return again and relive these beautiful moments. Read less