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Purely Maldives Ltd
Compass House,
24 Baddesley Close, North Baddesley
Hampshire SO52 9DR
United Kingdom
Opened in February 2019, The Nautilus is a highly personalised, immensely private resort of 26 beach and ocean houses. Consider it a refuge beyond the bounds of time and daily expectations, where every moment is tailored to you. A celebration of the individual spirit, The Nautilus gives you space – to share, to meet, to explore and to shape your own personal journey. And, most of all, to celebrate the people you’re with, in any way you choose.
Inspiration Inspired by the enduring form of the nautilus shell, each house and residence at The Nautilus is a distinct and sophisticated escape. Curved lines and spiralled elements echo throughout each space. Our philosophy, too, reiterates the timelessness and longevity of this icon of the deep.
Location Immersed in the raw beauty of Baa Atoll at 5°15’44.4”N 73°09’18.6”E, in the middle of the UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve, The Nautilus encompasses 242 x 249 metres of natural beauty, merely 30 minutes from Velana International Airport, Malé, via seaplane. Or board a 20-minute domestic flight from Malé to Dharavandhoo Domestic Airport, then take a 20-minute speedboat to our shores.
Eight chic, stilted houses loom over the lagoon. An oval bedroom and separate living room with a glass floor panel open up to a wide sundeck, with stairs descending to balmy blue seas. A private infinity pool gazes out to the horizon, while your glass-walled bathroom provides panoramic views of the brilliant Baa Atoll.
No check out on 31st December 2023
Maximum Occupancy - 2 Adults + 2 Children OR 3 Adults + 1 Child
Nine elegant beach houses line our 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 living room open up to a wide private sundeck, overlooking the beach, private pool and manicured gardens. A private, outdoor shower connects to the bathroom.
No check out on 31st December 2023
Maximum Occupancy - 2 Adults + 2 Children OR 3 Adults + 1 Child
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 infinity pool and stairs into the ocean below.
No check out on 31st December 2023
Maximum Occupancy - 2 Adults + 2 Children OR 3 Adults + 1 Child
There are three of these elegant, beachfront mansions, each a sanctuary of effortless chic. On the ground floor, living and dining rooms with adjoining wet bar and powder room open to an expansive deck and a luxurious private pool. Upstairs, a sun-drenched king bedroom presides over glorious beach and ocean views. A terrace with a spiral staircase leads to the deck downstairs.
No check out on 31st December 2023
Maximum Occupancy - 2 Adults + 2 Children OR 3 Adults + 1 Child
One 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 objets d’art create a chic and cosy ambience, while panoramic views stream into every room. A private sundeck and azure pool sprawl from each of two residences across white, powder-fine sands.
No check out on 31st December 2023
Maximum Occupancy - 4 Adults + 2 Children OR 5 Adults
Sprawling on stilts over the lagoon, this two-bedroom residence boasts a wide, curved sundeck and sleek 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. It’s a sanctuary for family reconnection, where lifelong memories are made.
No check out on 31st December 2023
Maximum Occupancy - 4 Adults + 2 Children OR 5 Adults
The Nautilus Mansion was designed by the owner as his ultimate beach home. Available for once-in-a-lifetime stays, our 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.
No check out on 31st December 2023
Maximum Occupancy - 6 Adults + 2 Children OR 7 Adults
$ | £ | € | |
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Adult (12+) | 1838 | 1539 | 1655 |
Child (2-11 years) | 1208 | 1012 | 1088 |
Infant (0-1 years) | Free of charge |
Latest recommended arrival 15:00 hrs
Eat when you’re hungry, have breakfast for dinner, drink Champagne in bed. The Nautilus delights in veering off script, crafting bespoke culinary journeys designed just for you. Explore intriguing infusions of Mediterranean and Arabic cuisine at Zetytoun, celebrate simplicity with Japanese and Latin-American creations at Ocaso, or savour an array of global delicacies at Thyme throughout the day at our Maldives restaurant. No opening or closing times; no dress codes. Come as you are, enjoy great company and indulge in a shared passion for extraordinary cuisine at The Nautilus
Positioned over the lagoon with rich sunset views. Experience signature dining in Maldives that showcases lesser-known spices and flavours from incredible indigenous cuisines. Savour Mediterranean 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 intimate pre-dinner rendezvous, made complete by the biggest collection of Gin & Whisky in Maldives. Adding allure are captivating views of the Maldivian horizon.
Smoke-laden flavours, 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. As one of the best restaurants in Maldives, Ocaso lets you settle into teppanyaki by the beach, plates to savour under a moonlit sky, and revel in creations from the grill – food that pleases the soul. The Wine Cellar offers an unparalleled experience for wine connoisseurs showcasing more than 200 labels of finest wines from France and beyond.
We believe in delivering the best Maldives dining experiences and delighting the palate at every opportunity. Our 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. We’ll craft a memorable dining experience precisely to your preferences. Creating a sense of being at home, begin your day with a tailored breakfast, enjoy a luxurious lunch or choose your preferred dishes for dinner.
Great conversation, a perfectly mixed drink, delicious tapas plates served under the sparkle of the Maldivian sky. Our poolside bar in the Maldives lets you enjoy life’s simplest luxuries: sunset, kinship and the peace of an island sanctuary. 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. The perfect setting to enjoy live music while indulging on our daily complimentary sundowners.
The Nautilus delights in veering off script, and in allowing guests to direct their own excursions. From impromptu adventures on crystal clear waters, to adventures underseas and soaring over atolls. Your experience is one of liberation at every turn.
Somewhere along your journey, two became one and a timeless love story began. Whether this love is a newly kindled spark or a still-strong burning fire, The Nautilus offers inspirational settings to celebrate your eternal love. Say ‘I do’ barefoot on the beach on our little patch of paradise in the Maldives – whether on the Island of Thiladhoo, a deserted island or secluded sandbank. Tie the knot with your loved one at the best Maldives honeymoon hotel.
Showtime on your time
Your own private screening, on a distant sandbank under starry skies.
Imagine being swept away to a secluded sandbank in the cradle of the glorious Baa Atoll, for a private screening where you and your loved ones are the only people in the world who’ve been invited.
Explore the best Maldives excursions, we’ll set up an impromptu private cinema, projecting any film you desire – from the latest release to a timeless classic. Snacks and beverages will be arranged by our culinary team, and the screening can be as long or brief as you desire. This is showtime on your time, and with absolutely no distractions.
Plunge into a world of freedom
Swim with manta rays and join in their timeless dance
Experience Hanifaru Bay manta season and commune with the majestic manta rays. You can join them in their own whirling dervish – a timeless dance they’ve performed here for ages.
Hanifaru Bay is just 15 minutes away from Nautilus by speedboat, but visiting feels as if you’re left this world altogether. Our marine biology team will guide you to waters where these gentle giants swim in seemingly choreographed arcs, and you can join in the dance equipped with a snorkel and fins. There’s nothing quite as fulfilling as taking part in a rite of nature that’s as old as time itself.
Chart a course for limitless possibility
Head for open waters on a big-game fishing expedition that can last a few hours or the entire day
Turquoise waters dotted with pearly white atolls, hiding the bounty of the Baa Atoll. Big-game fishing adventures in the Maldives are a one-of-a-kind adventure and the best things to do in Baa Atoll.
Fishing has been integral to the Maldivian way of life for millennia, and The Nautilus allows you to take part in this tradition in the absolute comfort. Our team of experts will design an outing based on your skill level and experience. You can go fishing inshore for barracuda, grouper, snapper and emperors. Or we’ll lead you offshore to pursue wahoo, swordfish, marlin and tuna. Half-day and full-day adventures are available.
No last calls
Your own private bar, in your own private home.
Celebrate the moment, uninhibited – in perfect company at one of the leading bars in Maldives. And with perfect freedom.
Any hour of the day or night, your house master can prepare a pop-up bar in your own private house. Cocktails, mocktails, spritzers, fresh juices – you call the shots, as your butler mixes the drinks. Served anywhere you please, on your sundeck, in the infinity pool or even in bed.
No reservations
Prepare for an intimate dinner date that lasts the whole night.
Dine in the freedom of your own private home, with a menu tailored to your personal tastes and preferences. Seconds, thirds, dessert – all at your discretion. A live band plays acoustic music well into the night, as a wash of stars ignite the sky.
Retire to your own private House or Residence, and let dinner and the evening’s entertainment come to you while you enjoy the finest private dining in Maldives. We’ll set a table on your sundeck. The culinary team will prepare a live cooking station while our resident chef consults with you on the evening’s menu, tailoring every course and detail to your preferences. Live music plays. Each course is served in its own good time. Prepare for a private dinner date that lasts the whole night.
Savour the fruits of freedom
Perfect pairings a world away from worry.
Breath-taking panoramic views of the sparkling seas. A mélange of turquoise blues and tropical sea greens. An aromatic world of crisp fruity notes and fully-bodied flavours, accompanied by a selection of canapés. All perfectly paired – and in perfect company. We’ll whisk you from The Nautilus to a distant sandbank. The Nautilus team will arrange a lavish spread of refreshments and a private fine dining in Maldives that complemented by a selection of wines specifically chosen by our sommelier to suit your preferences and to complement the mood of the day. Here on this secluded sandbank, this private wine-tasting experiences is yours to savour alone. Finally, the sun sets in its own time, dusting the horizon with crimson colours as the seabirds return to roost.
Dive Below the Deep Azure
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 variety of Maldives diving excursions 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 our resident marine biologist introduce you to the wonders of the local reefs. You can participate in their rehabilitation by planting your own corals during your stay.
Solasta Spa is dedicated to subtly transformative moments – to stillness, the release of tension, the childlike liberation of unfettered movement.
A moment to catch your breath; another to expel it. To defiantly dispel fatigue, or wholeheartedly embrace it. To revel in the freedom of a quiet mind. All at your own pace, in your way and a time that suits your purpose. Free from rigidity and restraint.
Three glass-bottomed, over-water treatment pavilions at the best hotel in Maldives await at any hour. Or bring the spa to your house with an in-room treatment. Begin or end your moment in the sauna, steam bath or open-air bath. Surrender to utter bliss in one of our two over-water relaxation lounges. Our focus is on natural healing, enhanced by organic products by Maison Caulieres and Omorovicza.
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Purely Maldives’ prices are inclusive of all taxes and surcharges and we ALWAYS include either speedboat, seaplane or domestic plane transfers (click on the Transfer tab).
The Purely Maldives team have personally stayed at over 100 resorts and have been visiting this paradise for over 30 years, so with our knowledge and experience, we can organise your dream holiday with confidence adding value at every stage of your booking.
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