Villa Resorts is one of just a few brands in the Maldives that is owned, operated and fully run by locals, with Maldivian heritage, culture and spirit pivotal to the ethos of its five-resort portfolio. Welcoming guests to the Indian Ocean archipelago since 1986, the award-winning brand has embarked on a next-generation transformation of the company, pivoting from Villa Hotels & Resorts to Villa Resorts, with a vision to create fresh concepts, upgraded interiors (created by Jojo Barr of London Studio), elevated service (taught in partnership with Forbes Travel Guide), innovative programming, and brands built around their own unique personalities.
Thus far on the journey evolution of Villa Resorts, Paradise Island has rebranded and reopened as Villa Nautica, a cosmopolitan and stylish resort in the North Malé Atoll; Sun Island has emerged as Villa Park, a fun-filled resort in the South Ari Atoll Marine Protected Area; and later this year, Holiday Island on the tip of South Ari Atoll, will transform into Villa Haven - the group’s luxury flagship resort - designed for those with a fondness for simplicity.
Further on the horizon, Royal Island will re-emerge as Villa Village in 2025, a resort celebrating authentic Maldivian culture; while Fun Island will debut a whole new luxury concept in 2027.
For those looking to book an Indian Ocean adventure this summer, Villa Nautica serves up the perfect balance of laid-back vibes and lively energy in a resort that is always en vogue. Polished interiors are complimented with chic on-island experiences, known as Nautical Knots, immersing you deep into exotic island life. By day, you can play board games over a beach picnic, work out against a backdrop of the ocean with various al fresco classes, shop seasonal style at Capsule concept store, or simply while the day away at Cocoon Lounge, a tranquil hammock-strewn spot on the island. By night, the tempo turns up with international DJs descending on the island to play ambient beats at Club Nautica.