The Nautilus Maldives
The Nautilus is your luxury bohemian hideaway in the Maldives. A highly personalised, immensely private ultra-luxury island resort with just 26 beach and ocean houses and residences, where every experienced is tailored to you. Where nothing is fixed and anything is possible. Where are you are free to set your own beat; free to do - and to be - as you please.
Useful Information
- Opened February 2019
- On Thiladhoo Island in the UNESCO World Biosphere, Baa Atoll, Maldives
- Bespoke culinary journeys
- Boho beach weddings
- Private Yacht
- The Nautilus welcomes private bookings of the entire island
- VIP welcome for each and every guest
Transfer Information
- Upon arrival at Velana International Airport, you are picked up directly from your aircraft and individually escorted to the exclusive CIP lounge (Maamehi Executive Lounge), regardless of the house category booked. No queuing required as all matters regarding immigration, baggage and customs will be handled on your behalf.
- The Nautilus is just 30 minutes from Velana International Airport via the Nautlius' seaplane, shared seaplane, or, a 20 minute domestic flight from Male' to Dharavendhoo Domestic Airport followed by a 20 minute yacht ride.
- For guests arriving via personally chartered private jets, landing services are available at local domestic airport, Maafaru, followed by a direct 2.5 hour transfer via luxury yacht, Nautilus One.
Island Map
| Location: | Baa Atoll |
| Check-in Time: | 14:00:00 |
| Check-out Time: | 12:00:00 |
| No. of Restaurants: | 3 |
| No. of Bars: | 2 |
| Time to airport: | 30 |
Ocean House with Private Infinity Pool
Eight chic, stilted houses loom over the lagoon. An oval bedroom and separate expansive living room with a glass floor panel open up to a wide sundeck, with stairs descending to balmy blue seas. A private temperature controlled infinity pool gazes out to the horizon, while your glass-walled bathroom featuring Penhaligon's bath amenities provide panoramic views of the brilliant Baa Atoll.
Useful Information
- Early check-in/late check-out whenever possible
- Two children under 12 stay free and eat for free when dining with parents
- Invitation to daily sunset cocktails
- Complimentary deli-style small-bites at Naiboli pool bar daily until sunset
Room Facilities
- Private Pool
- Separate Living Area
- Butler service
- Unpacking / packing luggage service
- Tea/Coffee Making Facilities
- Laundry Service
- Wi-Fi
- Use of snorkelling equipment during stay
- Bottled drinking water
- Champagne welcome on arrival
- Fresh fruit daily
- Flat Screen TV with Cable
- On-demand movies
- Air Conditioning
- Separate Bathtub and Shower
- Rain Shower
- Bathroom Amenities
- Ceiling fan
- Mini Bar
- Wine fridge
- Bathtub
- Airport Transfer
Floor Plan
Beach House with Private Infinity Pool
Nine elegant Beach Houses line the silvery shores. Each spacious and elegant house is right on the beach, just steps from the ocean and house reef. An oval bedroom and separate expansive living room open up to a wide private sundeck, overlooking the beach, private temperature controlled pool and manicured gardens. A private, outdoor shower connects to the bathroom featuring Penhaligon's bath amenities.
Useful Information
- Early check-in/late check-out whenever possible
- Two children under 12 stay free and eat for free when dining with parents
- Complimentary deli-style small-bites at Naiboli pool bar daily until sunset
- Free non-motorised watersports and use of snorkelling equipment
Room Facilities
- Separate Living Area
- Private Pool
- Private deck with loungers
- Dining Table
- Butler service
- Wi-Fi
- Tea/Coffee Making Facilities
- Bottled drinking water
- Mini Bar
- Champagne welcome on arrival
- Fresh fruit daily
- Turn-down service
- Wine fridge
- Flat Screen TV with Cable
- On-demand movies
- Air Conditioning
- Bathroom Amenities
- Separate Bathtub and Shower
- Ceiling fan
- Use of snorkelling equipment during stay
Floor Plan
Ocean Residence with Private Infinity Pool
Two refined residences of bohemian bliss poised over the lagoon, both custom-furnished and richly decorated. Ocean residences feature a spacious living room with glass-floor panel and a separate bedroom. The dining room is adjoined by a powder room and wet bar, with doors that open up to an expansive sundeck with a private temperature controlled infinity pool and stairs into the ocean below. Expansive glass-walled bathroom featuring Penhaligon's bath amenities.
Useful Information
- Early check-in/late check-out whenever possible
- Two children under 12 stay free with parents
Room Facilities
- Laundry Service
- Air Conditioning
- Separate Toilet Area
- Tea/Coffee Making Facilities
- Bathroom Amenities
- Mini Bar
- Rain Shower
- Flat Screen TV with Cable
- Wi-Fi
- Ceiling fan
- Bottled drinking water
- Butler service
- On-demand movies
- Unpacking / packing luggage service
- Fresh fruit daily
- Turn-down service
- Wine fridge
- Champagne welcome on arrival
Floor Plan
Beach Residence with Private Infinity Pool
There are three of these elegant, beachfront residences, each a sanctuary of effortless chic. On the ground floor, spacious living and dining rooms with adjoining wet bar and powder room open to an expansive deck and a luxurious private temperature controlled infinity pool. Expansive bathroom featuring Penhaligon's bath amenities. Upstairs, a sun-drenched king bedroom presides over glorious beach and ocean views. A terrace with spiral staircase leads to the deck downstairs.
Useful Information
- Early check-in/late check-out whenever possible
- Two children under 12 stay free and eat for free when dining with parents
- Invitation to daily sunset cocktails
- Complimentary deli-style small-bites at Naiboli pool bar daily until sunset
- Downstairs living room, separate dining area, bar, guest bathroom and pantry
- Upstairs bedroom with en-suite bathroom, walk-in wardrobe and balcony
- Unlimited complimentary non-motorised watersports and use of snorkelling equipment
Room Facilities
- Laundry Service
- Air Conditioning
- Separate Bathtub and Shower
- Tea/Coffee Making Facilities
- Bathroom Amenities
- Walk-in Closet
- Private Dining
- Living Room
- Rain Shower
- Flat Screen TV with Cable
- Wi-Fi
- Ceiling fan
- Balcony
- Private Pool
- Bottled drinking water
- Butler service
- Direct beach access
- Unpacking / packing luggage service
- Fresh fruit daily
- Wine fridge
- Use of snorkelling equipment during stay
- Champagne welcome on arrival
Floor Plan
Two-Bedroom Beach Residence with Private Infinity Pool
One extensive bedroom is on the ground floor, with living and dining rooms and a spacious master bedroom upstairs. These duplex residences ensure indulgent privacy and escape. Bespoke furnishings and curated objects d'art create a chic and cosy ambience, while panoramic views stream into every room. Expansive bathrooms featuring Penhaligon's bath amenities. A private sundeck and azure private temparature controlled infinity pool sprawl from each of two residences across white, powder-fine sands.
Useful Information
- Two bedrooms, each with en-suite air-conditioned bathroom
- Downstairs living room, separate dining area, bar, guest bathroom, pantry and second bedroom
- Upstairs bedroom with en-suite bathroom, walk-in wardrobe and balcony
- Early check-in/late check-out whenever possible
- Two children under 12 stay free and eat for free when dining with parents
- Invitation to daily sunset cocktails
- Complimentary deli-style small-bites at Naiboli pool bar daily until sunset
- Unlimited complimentary non-motorised watersports and use of snorkelling equipment
Room Facilities
- Laundry Service
- Air Conditioning
- Separate Bathtub and Shower
- Tea/Coffee Making Facilities
- Bathroom Amenities
- Mini Bar
- Walk-in Closet
- Private Dining
- Living Room
- Rain Shower
- Flat Screen TV with Cable
- Wi-Fi
- Ceiling fan
- Balcony
- Private Pool
- Bottled drinking water
- Butler service
- On-demand movies
- Unpacking / packing luggage service
- Fresh fruit daily
- Wine fridge
- Use of snorkelling equipment during stay
- Champagne welcome on arrival
Floor Plan
The Nautilus Retreat with Private Infinity Pool
Sprawling on stilts over the lagoon, this two-bedroom residence boasts a wide curved sundeck with sleek temperature controlled infinity pool for the quintessential Maldivian dream. Radiating from the central living and dining rooms, each bedroom offers brilliant sea views and an en-suite bathroom featuring a selection of Penhaligon's or Hermés bath amenities. It's a sanctuary for family reconnection, where lifelong memories are made.
Useful Information
- Early check-in/late check-out whenever possible
- Two children under 12 stay free with parents
Room Facilities
- Butler service
- Tea/Coffee Making Facilities
- Unpacking / packing luggage service
- Laundry Service
- Wi-Fi
- Bottled drinking water
- Champagne welcome on arrival
- Turn-down service
- Flat Screen TV with Cable
- On-demand movies
- Bathroom Amenities
- Separate Bathtub and Shower
- Rain Shower
- Air Conditioning
- Ceiling fan
- Mini Bar
- Wine fridge
- Living Room
- Private Dining
- Kitchen
- Private bar
Floor Plan
The Nautilus Mansion with Private Infinity Pool
The Nautilus Mansion was designed bu the owner as his ultimate beach home. Available for once-in-a-lifetime stays, this three-bedroom castle-on-the-sand occupies a spectacular spot on the beach, with custom furnishings created from hand-selected materials. The residence's objets d'art and décor embody the island's pure bohemian spirit. Its sunlit, breeze-cooled spaces promise serenity and privacy - absolute freedom.
Useful Information
- Three bedrooms, each with en-suite air-conditioned bathroom
- Early check-in/late check-out whenever possible
- Two children under 12 stay free and eat for free when dining with parents
- Invitation to daily sunset cocktails
- Complimentary deli-style small-bites at Naiboli pool bar daily until sunset
- Unlimited complimentary non-motorised watersports and use of snorkelling equipment
Room Facilities
- Living Room
- Private Dining
- Private Pool
- Butler service
- Unpacking / packing luggage service
- Tea/Coffee Making Facilities
- Laundry Service
- Use of snorkelling equipment during stay
- Bottled drinking water
- Champagne welcome on arrival
- Fresh fruit daily
- Flat Screen TV with Cable
- On-demand movies
- Air Conditioning
- Ceiling fan
- Rain Shower
- Bathroom Amenities
- Wine fridge
Floor Plan
Zeytoun
A signature fine-dining restaurant showcases Mediterranean and Middle-Eastern flavours pure olive oils from the Aegean, freshly baked crusty breads, aromatic Turkish teas. All exquisitely crafted and served in refined comfort. The lounge on the upper-deck is perfect for an intimate pre-dinner rendezvous.
Ocaso
Your al fresco grill on pristine sands, enjoy smoke-laden flavours and infusions from distant shores. The grill embarks on a nightly journey from Latin America to the reaches of North Asia, specialising in Japanese, Mexican and Peruvian.
Thyme
This beachfront all-day dining venue wraps you in a welcoming beach-house ambience with a bounty of gourmet flavours that bring happiness with every bite.
Naiboli
The ultimate poolside lounge: bask in the supreme comfort of loungers and cabanas - the ultimate seaside retreat with the refined ambience of a living room. Complimentary gourmet canapés are available throughout the day.
Solasta Spa
The overwater Solasta Spa has three glass-floored private treatment pavilions where tailored wellness programmes and daily rituals are supported by the natural and organic product lines of Maison Cauliéres and Omorovieza. Each day is another opportunity to breathe, with daily complimentary yoga, fitness and meditation sessions.
Useful Information
- Unlimited daily scheduled yoga, fitness and meditation classes
- Marine Biologist
- Cinema
- Champagne welcome on arrival
- Butler service
- Unpacking / packing luggage service
- In-room dining
- Wi-Fi
- Kids Club
- Laundry Service
- Gymnasium
- Scuba Diving
- Water Sports
- Fitness Programs
- Yoga
- Fishing
- Excursions
AquaNautica PADI Dive Centre
Just beyond the shores of The Nautilus exists a world beyond time, rich in natural beauty and elemental freedoms. Slip just beneath the surface to deep blue waters and experience freedom without care. Hunt for natural treasures, explore hidden reefs or float weightlessly alongside gentle giants of the sea. The UNESCO Biosphere of Baa Atoll is home to kaleidoscopic marine life unique to Maldivian waters, a wonderland of breathtaking experiences just waiting to be explored.
With access to over 40 dive sites, run by AquaNautica PADI dive centre, we offer a wealth of diving in Baa Atoll and further afield with many of our dive trips being private. Our multi-lingual team run diving courses in the Maldives, refresher and advanced diving for divers of all levels and experience.
Let the resident marine biologist introduce you to the wonders of the reef and even ‘plant’ your own corals.
Big-game fishing on a private luxury boat
Amidst the bounty of the Baa atoll, fishing has been integral to the Maldivian way of life for millennia. Take part in this tradition with an outing based on your skill level and experience from the comfort of your private boat. Fully equipped with all the best modern game fishing gadgets, put your skills to the test with the big-game tactics, or opt for bottom fishing if you prefer, and witness grouper, jobfish, white snapper, barracudas or even emperor fish.
After all the excitement, enjoy a magnificent banquet of fresh sushi and sashimi, or even opt to indulge in your own catch once you’ve returned to the island. This is your private outing for as long as you decide.
Showtime in your own time
Imagine a tantalising bespoke private dinner and private screening upon your secluded sandbank under starry skies – where you and your loved ones are the only people in the world who’ve been invited. Your impromptu private cinema will project any film you desire – from the latest release to a timeless classic, accompanied by your bespoke selection of gourmet snacks and drinks. Whenever the time is right for you, take your seat at your private table with panoramic views and enjoy a superb BBQ dinner prepared exactly to your tastes. This is showtime in your own time.
Your castaway utopia
Imagine your own secluded sandbank in the middle of the Indian Ocean, a beautiful setup created just for you, a private barbecue chef to craft your bespoke dream menu and make your intimate soiree a truly magical one. Lounge on the beach, dine, imbibe, share and bask in the freedom of simply being.
Cruise À La Mode
Wake up slowly to the magnificent views of the Baa atoll’s tourmaline seas. Meet at the pier in your own time to step aboard Nautilus One, your private yacht for as long as you decide. Indulge upon your private breakfast that is sure to delight your taste buds. Sparkling seas, sweeping panoramas and bespoke handmade treats; this is the ultimate floating breakfast in the Maldives.
