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About The Nautilus
Escape to The Nautilus, your luxury bohemian hideaway in the heart of the Maldives. This ultra-luxury island resort boasts just 26 beach and ocean houses and residences, ensuring a highly personalized and immensely private experience where every moment is crafted just for you. Set your own beat, be free to do as you please in this exclusive haven.
Located in the raw beauty of Baa Atoll, a UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve and home to the renowned Hanifaru Bay, The Nautilus is a 30-minute seaplane ride from Velana International Airport or a 20-minute domestic flight from Male to Dharavandhoo domestic airport, followed by a 20-minute yacht ride.
Immerse yourself in one of the 26 ultra-private beach and overwater houses, each a world unto itself with spacious bedrooms, en-suite bathrooms, outdoor showers, a separate living room, a wide sundeck, and a private temperature-controlled infinity pool. With private butler service, these bohemian sanctuaries are steps from azure seas, offering the ultimate in exclusivity for whole-island bookings.
Experience unscripted dining at its finest with three restaurants and two bars, each reveling in the spontaneous. From Mediterranean and Arabic cuisine at Zeytoun to Latin American and Japanese delights at Ocaso, and international choices at Thyme, culinary journeys are tailored to each taste. Enjoy free-flow gourmet canapés at Naiboli poolside bar or opt for private in-residence or around-the-island dining with no constraints.
Tailor your stay with a vast selection of activities, from impromptu luxury yacht adventures to diving into the turquoise waters of Baa Atoll. Host private soirées in your beach house, complete with live music and perfectly grilled seafood, or enjoy a private cinema screening on a distant sandbank under starry skies. At The Nautilus, create shared, intimate moments that you'll remember forever.
- Atoll
- Baa Atoll
- Transfer
- 20 mins by Domestic flight
- Villas
- 26
- Restaurants
- 4
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Questions about The Nautilus
How do I get to The Nautilus?
The Nautilus is reached by a domestic flight from Velana International Airport (MLE) in Malé, about 20 minutes in all.
How far is The Nautilus from Malé airport?
The Nautilus is about 126 km from Velana International Airport (MLE) in Malé. The domestic flight transfer takes around 20 minutes.
Where is The Nautilus?
The Nautilus is in Baa Atoll in the Maldives, about 126 km north of Malé.
How many villas does The Nautilus have?
The Nautilus has 26 villas in 7 categories: Ocean House With Private Pool, Beach House With Private Pool, Ocean Residence With Private Pool, Beach Residence With Private Pool, Two-Bedroom Beach Residence With Private Pool, The Nautilus Retreat With Private Pool and The Nautilus Mansion With Private Pool.
What restaurants and bars are there at The Nautilus?
The Nautilus has 4 restaurants: ZEYTOUN, OCASO, NAIBOLI and THYME.
What is there to do at The Nautilus?
Things to do at The Nautilus include scuba diving, excursions, spa, island activities and watersports.
How many stars does The Nautilus have?
The Nautilus is a 5-star resort in Baa Atoll.
Getting there
From Velana International Airport to The Nautilus
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- Arrive at
- Velana International Airport, Malé
- Transfer
- 20 mins by Domestic flight
- Distance
- 126 km from Malé
- Location
- Baa Atoll
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