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.

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 Holidays on Paradise Island😊

Dec 14, 2025 Adam T

Beautiful hotel on a large island, only 20 minutes by motorboat from Male Airport. Wonderful rooms, modern and renovated. Different accesses to the coral reef, very diverse. Clean facility, many different sports both water and island, billiards, ping-pong, gym, large mini club with children's playground, shaded trees. Rooms for both sunrise and… Read more
Beautiful hotel on a large island, only 20 minutes by motorboat from Male Airport. Wonderful rooms, modern and renovated. Different accesses to the coral reef, very diverse. Clean facility, many different sports both water and island, billiards, ping-pong, gym, large mini club with children's playground, shaded trees. Rooms for both sunrise and sunset. Lovely infinity pool overlooking the ocean, with palm trees. Very clean throughout the hotel, friendly staff and in particular Our Host Mariyam who helped in every situation in every matter - thanks to her you can feel at ease and take full advantage of your vacation. In addition, there are melexes all over the island, or you can rent bicycles. I highly recommend this hotel to everyone, both for a romantic trip for couples, friends and families. Adam T. Read less
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Dec 14, 2025 Zehra G

We stayed for 4 nights and 5 days and everything was wonderful. Mr. Abaan, who took care of us at the reception, was very interested in us. We were able to reach him and get support during our stay. The detail we liked the most was that they moved us to a spare room after check-out on the day of departure and we were able to continue using the… Read more
We stayed for 4 nights and 5 days and everything was wonderful. Mr. Abaan, who took care of us at the reception, was very interested in us. We were able to reach him and get support during our stay. The detail we liked the most was that they moved us to a spare room after check-out on the day of departure and we were able to continue using the facility until our flight time. The sea and nature were magnificent. If you bring a snorkel, you can experience swimming in the aquarium. The food was also very delicious. The staff was generally smiling and hospitable. We were incredibly pleased with everything. When we had a problem, they were focused on solving it immediately. We didn't have many problems anyway. We thank everyone, especially Mr. Abaan. We will recommend you to our friends who want to come. See you again. Read less
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Dec 14, 2025 Natalie B King's Lynn, United Kingdom

I visited with my family (all adults) a few weeks ago, I did months of research before deciding on Villa Nautica mostly for its amazing reviews and it did not fail. The island is an actually paradise, the villas are amazing but what really made our stay is the staff. They were absolutely incredible, I just can’t give them enough praise. From our… Read more
I visited with my family (all adults) a few weeks ago, I did months of research before deciding on Villa Nautica mostly for its amazing reviews and it did not fail. The island is an actually paradise, the villas are amazing but what really made our stay is the staff. They were absolutely incredible, I just can’t give them enough praise. From our house keeper who was amazing and left us lovely messages and artwork on our bed to our host Abaan who was there for everything we could ever need. From extra umbrellas to booking restaurants for us, he was always available to help and answer any questions which made our stay so easy. I have to give a special mention to Sanam and all the restaurant staff in the Lagoon restaurant. They work so hard providing 3 meals a day always with a smile and a chat. We decided that if we were going to go to the Maldives that we were going to do it properly and book a water villa, if you are in a position to do this the I can say that I would not do this resort any other way. It was perfect. We had use of the Lagoon restaurant which had amazing food and such a good choice everyday, the desserts were my favourite section especially whatever was in the hot dessert pan, it never failed to impress us and without fail we would have whatever was in it twice a day. The water villas were of course amazing, walking down into the water to snorkel over the coral everyday, we didn’t really get any mosquitos or bugs around in the evening and it was just beautiful looking out at the water. There were 4 adults and we had connecting Villas which had a connecting door which was open all day everyday for us to just go between villas. That was a lovely touch that we didn’t realise was possible. As amazing as the villas are the Lagoon restaurant was the highlight, it was like no other all inclusive restaurant I’ve been to before. Some of my family had never done an all inclusive before and I had to tell them that not all inclusive’s are like this. They’ve been a bit spoilt now. We ate at Hook the seafood restaurant which was amazing and at the Japanese restaurant which was my favourite. It’s a meal and a show as they cook at your table and the food is incredible. I’m not the sort of person to go to the same place twice (usually, as there are so many places to see in the world) but I would 100% go back here again. I am so thankful for all the staff, they all work so hard to make this resort what it is and they all deserve so much recognition and praise. A little tip - we took water hammocks with us which was a great choice, when it was really hot we just floated in the water on them. We did say it would be good for the hotel to have a little donation area for people that would leave items like that for other people to use for free. We took ours home but if we could leave them there for others to use we would have. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Fabulous tropical island holiday , the stuff of dreams

Dec 14, 2025 Michael J

I stayed at Villa Nautica for seven nights December 2025, it was an experience of a lifetime, beautiful tropical waters full of tropical fish, great for snorkelling . The rooms were clean and service throughout our stay was outstanding. Thank you to Abaarn the manager for making our stay so enjoyable. They are memories made for life
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Amazing holiday experience

Dec 14, 2025 Dtephanie J

Just back from an amazing 7 night stay. It really did exceed my expectations. Abaan greeted us when we arrived and looked after us throughout our stay sending daily messages with entertainment and weather details. All the staff were very friendly and happy, rooms and public areas were spotlessly clean. Food was very good too. We had dinner at the… Read more
Just back from an amazing 7 night stay. It really did exceed my expectations. Abaan greeted us when we arrived and looked after us throughout our stay sending daily messages with entertainment and weather details. All the staff were very friendly and happy, rooms and public areas were spotlessly clean. Food was very good too. We had dinner at the fish restaurant on one evening which was excellent and the best steak I’ve had in a long time, Aldo being able to watch sharks whilst eating was a real experience. With 2 nights to go before leaving we were upgraded to Ocean Suite 2 and Omg what an amazing villa it was and a very special experience!! Thank you again Abaan for looking after us 😊 Read less