Baa Atoll, Maldives’ UNESCO biosphere reserve, offers this luxurious bohemian hideaway just 30 minutes by seaplane from Male. Here, no one knows your business but you!
Time stands still when it comes to our 26 beach and ocean houses – they’re here for your enjoyment, in any way that suits. Your House Master will email ahead to personalise your minibar to meet any fleeting whims, anticipating even faster than you can say “pina colada!”
Beach Residences
Beach Residences dotting our sandy shores are more like luxurious houses than villas; each features its own living room, private pool, and personal House Master to fulfill every wish of its residents. Set back from the sea by lush manicured gardens, two-storey Beach Houses provide the ideal setting for creating lasting family memories and reconnecting. A curved poolside sun deck invites relaxation while Maldivian-style swings add an element of play. Finally, an en-suite bathroom provides deep ceramic free-standing tub for relaxing under tropical skies!
As soon as you arrive on our island, your House Master will get in touch to learn your preferences and take notes for when you arrive – after being seamlessly transferred onto a private seaplane at Velana International Airport and quickly whisked off to a VIP lounge while immigration and baggage services take care of business during our 30-minute flight to Baa Atoll Unesco Biosphere Reserve.
Once on the island, your days can be filled as you wish – wake up to mindful yoga or guided meditation in our overwater Yoga Pavilion before diving in for some snorkeling around our pristine house reef where fluoro-coloured fish and maybe even manta rays and turtles await. Or if that seems too hard work for you, relax on our beachside and be pampered by spa treatments and massages before playing tennis or volleyball, taking a boat trip to an isolated beach or taking an exciting tennis or volleyball matchup against someone!
At mealtimes, the resort’s chefs take great pleasure in customizing unique culinary journeys just for you. Explore tantalizing blends of Mediterranean and Arabic cuisine at Zetytoun or enjoy Japanese and Latin-American creations at Ocaso. And at Naiboli pool bar enjoy free all-day deli bites paired with delightful cocktails – the ideal start or end to any perfect day.
Overwater Residences
At the end of an over-water villa jetty lies The Nautilus Retreat: the quintessential Maldivian dream. Spanning over an idyllic lagoon, its expansive space welcomes families looking for true reconnection and creating lasting memories – as a two-bedroom haven with private infinity pool, ample living areas and an expansive deck that looks out towards glowing seascapes.
At The Nautilus, the meaning of “resort” has been expanded and redefined in every sense. Lush tropical island gardens, swaying coconut palms and vibrant marine life are a given; but what truly distinguishes this resort is that time here doesn’t exist according to clock or menu; its 26 beach and ocean houses and residences create personal sanctuaries which combine luxury with the comforts of home for an unparalleled stay experience.
The Nautilus’s philosophy of reinventing resort experiences extends to its wider local community as well. Their art-immersive program, JOALI, highlights female artist talents from local schools and promotes them across island schools as a form of learning that will benefit future generations. Furthermore, The team actively participates in numerous eco-initiatives designed to protect marine conservation initiatives surrounding their property as well as beyond.
The Nautilus has achieved unprecedented international renown within its first year, earning two of the coveted travel awards from Tatler Travel Awards 2021 and Conde Nast Traveller Gold List 2021. Winning numerous design and service awards has garnered it favor with guests from around the world; yet what really sets this special property apart are its people – be they fishing enthusiasts looking for early morning departures or families enjoying time under the stars, these people will ensure your stay here will be nothing less than ideal. And that’s before even considering beaches, diving or restaurants!
The Nautilus Retreat
Located by the sea, this resort is within walking distance to Chinaman’s Beach and Rainbow Jungle. Furthermore, this property provides private beach access as well as babysitting/child services as well as express check-in/check-out features.
This peaceful resort offers the ideal escape from life’s hectic pace. Guests can take in nature’s splendor while engaging in retail therapy or receiving treatments at the on-site spa. Furthermore, dining options at this secluded resort include four restaurants offering Mediterranean, Mexican, Arabic and Japanese cuisines.
The Nautilus Retreat provides guests with an unforgettable experience on Baa Atoll, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. Their philosophy emphasizes freedom and space to reflect and celebrate with those you’re with, in their own ways.
Experience unparalleled luxury at The Nautilus with unparalleled personalized service from your House Master from the moment of arrival until departure at Velana International Airport, when he will whisk you off to an exclusive lounge while immigration, baggage and customs processes are taken care of for you.
Once on the island, start your morning right with yoga classes or guided meditation at the overwater yoga pavilion. Next stop: the overwater gym for workouts or swimming around the pristine house reef where fluoro-colored fish (and maybe even manta rays and turtles!) may await your discovery!
The Nautilus stands apart from many Maldivian hotels by taking its magnificent geographical setting for granted and actively contributing to marine conservation initiatives, while encouraging guests to do their part as well.
The 26 luxurious beach and overwater houses here resemble luxurious homes more than hotel rooms, featuring spacious bedrooms, separate living rooms and private pools. Additionally, these residences are only steps from azure waters of the house reef with world-class snorkeling spots nearby; for an exclusive experience whole island reservations may also be made available by this resort.
The Nautilus Mansion
The Nautilus Mansion was crafted to represent the Maldivian owner’s ideal beach house, exuding old-school southern charm. Boasting spacious bedrooms, en suite bathrooms with outdoor showers and an elegant living room – along with wide sun decks and private temperature controlled infinity pools just steps from the turquoise waters – The Nautilus Mansion makes an impressive statement of coastal living!
Each of The Nautilus’ 26 ultra-private beach and ocean houses offers an unparalleled luxury experience, where there is no fixed itinerary and everything is up for you to decide. No matter if it is for romantic escape, family reunion, or celebratory purposes – every moment at The Nautilus should bring joy! At its heart lies our hope to create worlds that bring people together – come celebrate in any way that sparks joy for yourself and let The Nautilus help make that dream a reality!
The Nautilus Retreat epitomises bohemian bliss. Situated afloat the water with exceptional sunset views, it provides the ideal space for family reunion and making lifelong memories. Two spacious bedrooms branch off from a central living/dining area leading onto wide sundecks and an intimate curved pool which just steps away from the sea below.
Your House Master is your go-to companion when it comes to luxurious planning; they’ll email ahead and customise your minibar, arrange bucket-list dive excursions and intuitively anticipate any whims that arise more quickly than you can say “pina colada!”
At Zeytoun and Ocaso over water restaurants or Thyme on land, our customized approach to hospitality extends even to culinary experiences, where you’ll discover global delights created just for you. Let our culinary adventures surprise and delight with exciting infusions or simple pleasures tailored exclusively for you.
At The Nautilus Resort Maldives, your journey begins before even setting foot on our shores. When you land at Velana International Airport, one of our resort representatives will whisk you off to our VIP lounge where they will assist with immigration and baggage before accompanying you onto a sea plane (transfers cost US$1650 per person) for a swift 30-minute trip directly to our private-island paradise!