Villa Nautica, Paradise Island

Maldives, Indian Ocean

Star rating

Two Bedroom Ocean Suite with Pool
Main Pool Aerial
Water Villa with Whirlpool
Water Villa with Whirlpool Interior
Main Pool Sunset
One Bedroom Ocean Suite with Pool
Lagoon Restaurant
Lagoon Restaurant - Terrace Seating
Water Villa Aerial
Ristorante al Tramanto
Beach Villa Interior
Ocean Beach Pool Villa
Sunset Beach Pool Villa
Sunset Beach Pool Villa Exterior
Farumathi Restaurant Seating
Araamu Spa
Sunset Deluxe Beach Pool Villa
Sunset Deluxe Beach Pool Villa
Sunset Deluxe Beach Pool Villa
Two-Bedroom Beach Villa with Two Pools
Two-Bedroom Beach Villa with Two Pools
Two-Bedroom Beach Villa with Two Pools
Two Bedroom Ocean Suite with Pool
Main Pool Aerial
Water Villa with Whirlpool
Water Villa with Whirlpool Interior
Main Pool Sunset
One Bedroom Ocean Suite with Pool
Lagoon Restaurant
Lagoon Restaurant - Terrace Seating
Water Villa Aerial
Ristorante al Tramanto
Beach Villa Interior
Ocean Beach Pool Villa
Sunset Beach Pool Villa
Sunset Beach Pool Villa Exterior
Farumathi Restaurant Seating
Araamu Spa
Sunset Deluxe Beach Pool Villa
Sunset Deluxe Beach Pool Villa
Sunset Deluxe Beach Pool Villa
Two-Bedroom Beach Villa with Two Pools
Two-Bedroom Beach Villa with Two Pools
Two-Bedroom Beach Villa with Two Pools

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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Image of the Tripadvisor rating Decent Stay

Feb 22, 2026 garveshm

It’s a well planned resort, having almost all the required amenities. Size of the island is just perfect, neither too small nor too big. It helps in navigating easily through the places. At a well located island, just 20 mins boat ride from Male airport. The surroundings are beautiful. You will find plenty of picturesque spots throughout for… Read more
It’s a well planned resort, having almost all the required amenities. Size of the island is just perfect, neither too small nor too big. It helps in navigating easily through the places. At a well located island, just 20 mins boat ride from Male airport. The surroundings are beautiful. You will find plenty of picturesque spots throughout for boosting your insta appetite :) Beach water is super clean. We spotted several sharks, stingrays and numerous colourful fishes just beneath our water villa. Kids had an awesome time! Coming to staff, most of them are welcoming. Special mention of Suyash (if I remember the name correctly), who walked us through the buffet menu in the restaurant on our first day. It was a very warm gesture. Our host Maiyam was great, greeting us with a smile and helping resolving any minor problems super quickly. The lady at the restaurant reception was also very friendly. She provided fish food to our daughter for feeding the small fishes in the water body near the restaurant. Food was amazing, both in terms of spread and taste. There are more than enough vegetarian options, including Indian dishes. Ambiance of both the restaurants is super soothing and very classy. Views from the restaurants are great too. Great vibes all around. Some of the areas where it can be made better: * The washroom in our beach villa didn’t have a single curtain, despite it having an open shower. We were not very comfortable with it. When I called our host to enquire the same, he almost laughed and said it is as designed. No curtain in washrooms could be a norm at Maldives. However his gesture was awkward and we found it disrespectful. Same happened for couple of more instances the same day. We gave up and asked for a replacement of the host the very next morning. The new host Mariyam was indeed great. * The TV in our Water Villa was not having internet connectivity and was having a very few TV channels. When we checked with the staff, got to know that it is the norm for Water Villas. We understand no one goes on vacation for watching TV, but there is no harm in providing the option. Moreover, if it is there in Beach Villa, then why not in Water Villa. * The snorkelling kit they provided was of below average quality. We eventually used our own that we had brought from India. Having known this in advance, we would have brought more of them. In total it was a kind of mixed stay. It’s not likely that we will return. Will probably explore other options during our next Maldives trip. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Paradise does exist! If you’re thinking of booking do it.

Feb 22, 2026 Daydream23896088063 Rugeley, United Kingdom

Following a short speed boat ride from the airport we were greeted by our host Dillon. Dillon set up a WhatsApp messgae with me and was there whenever we had any questions, and booked all our meals, excursions and spa treatment. Dillon was friendly, tentative and nothing was too much trouble - even the 6am departure and waving us goodbye. Thanks… Read more
Following a short speed boat ride from the airport we were greeted by our host Dillon. Dillon set up a WhatsApp messgae with me and was there whenever we had any questions, and booked all our meals, excursions and spa treatment. Dillon was friendly, tentative and nothing was too much trouble - even the 6am departure and waving us goodbye. Thanks again Dillon for making our honeymoon so memorable. We had a split break at Villa Nautica. We first stayed in a beach villa, which gave beautiful views of the beach but we felt it could do with some TLC The water villa was amazing, - giving you that extra privacy. and we’d definitely recommend. We don’t usually book all inclusive holidays as unsure about what the food was like- we didn’t have to worry at Villa Nautica, we’d be surprised if anybody couldn’t find something that they liked. As we booked all inclusive premium package we had access to an à la carte meal every day at either the Italian or seafood restaurant. Breakfast and lunch was served as a buffet in the bacheena or the lagoon (water villa access only) and there was always something to enjoy. Snacks were available twice a day however with the vast choice at breakfast and lunch we only had on a couple of occasions. You’d never tire of things to do whilst visiting Villa Nautica from the water sports to the daily activities, we enjoued paddle boarding (at an additional cost) and aqua Zumba. We went on the complimentary sunset fishing trip and sadly didn’t catch anything, the dolphin watching was a success and we’d definitely recommend. As this was our honeymoon we enjoyed a couples massage at the beautiful spa in a private outdoors room with the sounds of the sea and birds. We also booked a private dining experience of a sunset bbq. The setting was stunning with lots of food , we were surprised though that drinks weren’t included despite us having the qll inclusive premium package. Daily walks allowed us to see many breathtaking views around the island. Everywhere was walkable however there were buggy’s available as and when needed. The pool definitely lives up to its award winning name. Stunning infinity pool with plenty of loungers to relax and tentative staff bringing you drinks. The beach bar was surprisingly never really busy and where you accessed the water sports from. Special mention to Salinda, who made the most amazing cocktails and was very friendly. Last but not least the snorkelling WOW from swimming with sharks, sting rays and the most beautiful fish. We’ve made memories to last a lifetime during our honeymoon at Villa Nautica and hope one day we can return to paradise! Read less
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Feb 22, 2026 Burak G

Our honeymoon at Villa Nautica was just perfect. The resort itself was so incredible that you simple cant put it into words. Our island host Dillon made sure everything ran perfectly and that we didn’t lack anything.
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Unbelievable paradise

Feb 21, 2026 Katieflump Stockton on Tees

We arrived at Villa Nautica on 2nd Feb 2026, we were greeted with a welcome drink and cold flannels and introduced to our island host, Glory, who immediately went through the check in process and introduction to the island. After she then showed us to our Beach Villa. Our time on the resort was truly memorable , Villa Nautica known as Paradise… Read more
We arrived at Villa Nautica on 2nd Feb 2026, we were greeted with a welcome drink and cold flannels and introduced to our island host, Glory, who immediately went through the check in process and introduction to the island. After she then showed us to our Beach Villa. Our time on the resort was truly memorable , Villa Nautica known as Paradise Island could not be more true it really was PARADISE! All of the staff on the island were exceptional , from the guy that daily sweeps the leaves to the waiters in the restaurants , they are all so polite and curtious , so nice. They are a few members of staff we would like to mention who went above and beyond to make it more special . These being Glory (host) Anil Kumar(room attendant) Mohammed, Ram(Bageecha), Susong and Neha( waitress, poolside/Hulhangu bar) Mahindra and Evans who transported nightly to and from our room. A huge thank you to everyone , we had a wonderful time , hope to return again xx Read less
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Feb 21, 2026 phoelix84 Marche

We had an amazing stay at Villa Nautica Maldives in the Sunset Beach Pool Villa. The villa was beautiful and private, with direct beach access and our own pool, and the sunsets were absolutely breathtaking. The resort itself is stunning, with pristine beaches, lush tropical surroundings, excellent dining options, and a peaceful atmosphere that… Read more
We had an amazing stay at Villa Nautica Maldives in the Sunset Beach Pool Villa. The villa was beautiful and private, with direct beach access and our own pool, and the sunsets were absolutely breathtaking. The resort itself is stunning, with pristine beaches, lush tropical surroundings, excellent dining options, and a peaceful atmosphere that makes it easy to truly unwind. A special thank you to our assistant, Rushda, for her kindness and attentive support throughout our stay. She made everything effortless and enjoyable. A truly relaxing and memorable experience — we would love to return! Read less