A bohemian hideaway set in the otherworldly beauty of Baa Atoll, a UNESCO biosphere reserve, The Nautilus Maldives is an immensely private resort of only 26 beach and ocean houses, where every detail, from what’s in the minibar to bathroom toiletries, is tailored to the guest, who should feel as if staying on their own private island.
Nautilus Maldives Houses and residences offer all the comforts of home and a space to call your own – each a personal sanctum with its own separate living room and private pool, hand-picked materials, and custom-designed furnishings infused with a bohemian whimsy that invites you into the barefoot life. Your personal butler takes care of all cares.
The three restaurants and two bars (not to mention 24-hour room service and destination dining) welcome you to a world of unscripted dining; of free-spirited culinary journeys guided by your tastes. Eat when you’re hungry, have breakfast for dinner, drink Champagne in bed. This is a world where a menu is just an inspiration and meals are designed for you, whenever you want them, anywhere you please. No set opening times, no fixed breakfast hours, no dress codes. Come as you are, enjoy great company and indulge in a shared passion for extraordinary cuisine.
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Nine elegant beach houses line the islands silvery shores, each just a few steps from the sea. An oval bedroom and adjoining living room open up to a wide private sundeck, sheltered by manicured gardens, overlooking the beach. Your sundeck extends to your own private pool, where a covered Maldivian-style swing invites a lazy day in the shade. A glass-walled, light-filled en-suite bathroom provides garden courtyard views, with a deep ceramic free-standing tub, a walk-in rain shower and matching granite vanities. An outdoor garden shower lets you bathe under tropical skies.
Total area 309sqm
Rising up on stilts from the lagoon, eight chic ocean houses overlook the seas. An oval bedroom and living room open up to a wide sundeck, from which you can descend into balmy blue seas via a private platform. An infinity pool gazes out to the horizon, while your glass-walled bathroom gives you panoramic views of the brilliant Baa Atoll.
Total area 282 sqm
A residence of bohemian bliss over the waters of the lagoon. Each of these refined retreats features a spacious living room and separate bedroom, all custom-furnished and richly decorated to create a precious cocoon. Each has a separate dining room with adjoining powder room and wet bar, and doors that open up to an expansive sundeck. A private infinity pool gazes out over the ocean.
Total area 453sqm
Elegant Residences by the sea, the two-story houses are sanctuaries of effortless chic. Curved walls and circular living spaces recall the form of the nautilus shell, with hand-picked décor infusing each space with new bohemian charm. Living and dining rooms on the ground floor open to an expansive deck and a luxurious private pool. Upstairs, a sun-drenched king bedroom with breath-taking beach and ocean views, and a terrace with a spiral staircase that leads to the deck downstairs.
Total area 415sqm
Both of our two-bedroom Beach Residences are the perfect family retreats. With a bedroom and living areas downstairs, and a spacious master bedroom upstairs, it ensures indulgent privacy and escape. Bespoke furnishings and curated objets d’art create a chic and cosy ambience, while panoramic views stream into every room. A private sundeck and azure pool sprawl out from each residence across white, powder-fine sands.
Total area 610sqm
The Nautilus Maldives 542sqm, Two Bedroom Retreat with private pool villa is a haven of refined bohemian lifestyle and a destination of true retreat at Hanifaru Bay resort. Sprawling on stilts over the lagoon, with simply extraordinary sunset views, its wide, curved sundeck and sleek infinity pool lets you live the quintessential Maldivian dream. Two bedrooms radiate out from the central living and dining rooms, each with their own brilliant view of the sea and en-suite bathroom. A sanctuary for family reconnection, where long-lasting memories are made.
The island’s signature house, Nautilus Maldive Three Bedroom Nautilus Mansion, was designed as the ultimate beach home at a Maldives private villa. Available for once-in-a-lifetime stays, a castle on the sand, located in a spectacular spot on the beach, with custom-made furnishings created with hand-selected materials. Objets d’art and décor capture the pure new bohemian spirit of the island, along with the Mansion’s elegant sunlit, breeze-cooled spaces promise serenity and privacy, enabling absolute freedom.
Journey to wellness Immerse yourself in the island’s energy – a natural haven of wellness surrounded by serene and sparkling seas. Connecting you to the healing energies of nature, Solasta Spa sets you on your own path to wellness, drawing on ancient wisdoms and modern innovations for a bespoke transformative journey. Solasta specialises in the bespoke, designing wellness programmes and daily rituals that refresh and relax, pamper and protect. Salute the sun at dawn, discover alternative healing, join complimentary wellness classes or craft your own path to restoration. On the quiet, unrushed shores of The Nautilus, life moves at a different pace. You’ve got all the time in the world to reflect and recalibrate.
Great conversation, a perfectly mixed drink, delicious tapas plates served under the sparkle of the Maldivian sky. The poolside bar lets you enjoy life’s simplest luxuries: sunset, kinship and the peace of an island sanctuary. The supreme comfort of loungers and cabanas – the ultimate seaside retreat with the refined ambience of a living room. All day, complimentary gourmet deli-style canapés and light bites to whet your appetite.
Imagine Champagne under a canopy of stars. A vintage rosé on the sandbank as the sunset marbles the sky. Or a dhoni dinner for two as you drift through the Baa Atoll. From pizza night in your beach house to fiery Moroccan fare by lantern light, dining at The Nautilus turns any meal into a bespoke occasion.
Smoke-laden flavours, infusions from distant shores – the grill embarks on a nightly journey from Latin America to the reaches of North Asia. Settle into teppanyaki over the water, plates to savour under a moonlit sky, and revel in creations from the Josper grill – hearty comfort food that satiates the soul.
We believe in delighting the palate at every opportunity. The cosy all-day dining venue wraps you in a welcoming beach-house ambience with a bounty of gourmet flavours that bring happiness with every bite. We’ll craft a dining experience to your preferences, and invite you to have some fun in the kitchens – flambé your own pancakes or sear your own tuna steak. Make it a meal to remember.
Picnics by the pool, a vintage brut on the beach, dinner for two as you sail through the moonlight – embrace the spontaneous spirit of dining at The Nautilus. From the intricate artistry of fine dining to the simple joy of a home-cooked meal in your living room, dine without restrictions. Caviar and canapés under a canopy of stars. A vintage rosé on a sandbank as the sunset marbles the sky. Or a dhoni dinner for two as you drift over turquoise seas. At The Nautilus, you can embark on a personalised journey of gastronomy – inspired cuisine that will set your palate free.
A adventures into the wild blue yonder – Imagine treasure hunting in the deep, or drifting beside a gentle giant of the sea. Baa Atoll, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, lies just outside your door – a kaleidoscopic wonderland of incredible marine life.
Marvel at resorts house reef at the edge of the lagoon, or dive into the world-renowned Hanifaru Bay and swim amongst whale sharks and whirling manta rays. With endless ways to explore Baa Atoll, your adventure of discovery can begin the moment you arrive.
Freedoms – All non-motorised water sports are complimentary – Use of snorkelling equipment throughout your stay – Children’s recreation area
Secluded and intimate, an entire island yours to command. Reserve The Nautilus for your family and friends to enjoy in complete and discreet privacy. Small and intimate weddings, opulent gatherings, anniversaries or multi-generational family reunions – whatever your occasion, the ultimate expression of liberation, etched in the memory forever.
The Nautilus experience begins as soon as you touch down at the airport. You’ll be greeted as you disembark your plane, and ushered to a private VIP lounge for immigration and customs. Soar above swirling atolls aboard a seaplane direct from the comfort of The Nautilus private lounge, touching down at your doorstep just 30 minutes later. For a truly personal experience, charter your own private seaplane from Malé.
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CIP welcome at the airport: guests will be met immediately outside the plane and taken to the VIP private lounge for immigration and customs before proceeding to The Nautilus Maldives’s seaplane lounge.
– VIP welcome with greeting on tarmac and immigration clearance in VIP lounge – Use of The Nautilus seaplane lounge on arrival – Virtuoso and American Express Fine Hotels & Resorts benefits
Book your holiday at The Nautilus Maldives and enjoy up to 30% discount on accommodation, PLUS a complimentary meal upgrade to Half Board Dine Around. Additionally, 2 children below 12 years dine from the children’s menu (beverages excluded) with compliments when accompanied by an adult.
Experience the ultimate luxury by booking a minimum of 7 nights or more at The Nautilus Maldives, when reserved 60 days prior to arrival, and revel in up to a 20% discount on accommodation.
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