The Haven at Paradise Island
Water villas, a house reef, and a 24-hour bar off the coast of Himmafushi
An island resort on Himmafushi
The Haven at Paradise Island operates as Villa Nautica, a yacht-life-themed 5-star resort on Himmafushi in the Maldives. The Haven is the property's premium enclave, covering around 40 overwater villas — some with whirlpools — alongside ocean suites and beach villas, most with private pools. Four restaurants and multiple bars cover everything from Japanese teppanyaki to open-air Italian, with a 24-hour coffee shop and Captain's Bar for late arrivals. Araamu Spa, a dive centre with an environmental-conservation focus, and a full watersports centre round out the on-site offer.
Who this stay suits
A full-facility overwater resort with distinct dining venues, private pools in most villa categories, a house reef, and structured activities from dive courses to kids' club.
Best for
- Couples in overwater or pool villas
- Families using the Wavy Navy Kids' Club
- Divers and watersports enthusiasts
- Guests who want multiple dining options on-island
Less suited to
- Travellers on a tight budget
- Those wanting a small, low-key property
Overwater and beachfront villas
The Haven's villa lineup runs from a standard Beach Villa up to a Two-bedroom Ocean Suite with a private pool. Water Villas come with or without a whirlpool; most categories include a private pool. The Oceanfront Pool Villa and the Sunset Deluxe Beach Pool Villa sit at opposite ends of the island's light.
Four restaurants, several bars
Bageecha handles all-day dining with organic and locally sourced produce. The Lagoon is an overwater restaurant reserved for Water Villa guests. Ristorante al Tramonto does Italian under lanterns on an open-air sunset terrace. Fukuya Teppanyaki covers sushi and live teppanyaki cooking. Hook serves fresh seafood from an overwater jetty. The property's own Club Nautica and Cocoon Lounge are on site.
The house reef and dive centre
A house reef runs directly off the island. The on-site dive centre has an environmental-conservation focus and is separately recognised for its programme depth. Watersports runs surfing, parasailing, stand-up paddleboarding, and snorkelling from the same centre.
Araamu Spa and fitness
Araamu Spa is the property's wellness facility. The fitness centre is described as state-of-the-art and sits alongside floodlit tennis, basketball, and volleyball courts — usable into the evening.
Signature touches and evening events
The Crow's Nest is a dedicated viewing platform. The Seawall Specialities service runs private picnics. On certain evenings the resort puts on pop-up beach parties and themed dinner nights. Captain's classes and live music performances are part of the regular programme.
Amenities at The Haven at Paradise Island
Most popular facilities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Airport shuttle
- Spa and wellness center
- Fitness center
- 4 restaurants
- Room service
- Beachfront
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bath or shower
- Slippers
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Bathrobe
Bedroom
- Linens
- Wardrobe or closet
View
- Sea view
- View
Outdoors
- Picnic area
- Outdoor furniture
- Beachfront
- Sun deck
- BBQ facilities Additional charge
- Balcony
- Terrace
- Garden
Kitchen
- Electric kettle
Arriving
Velana International Airport serves the resort, which sits around 11 km away on Himmafushi. The transfer is by speedboat and takes approximately 20 minutes according to the official Villa Nautica site. Shared speedboat transfers carry a compulsory surcharge; a private speedboat for up to 6 guests costs USD 990 per way.
Resort speedboat transfers typically run $100–250 per person round trip, booked through the resort. Confirm the fare when booking.
Where it is
4 sights nearby, the closest being Sharks Feeding at 340 m; the nearest ferry pier, Villa Nautica Jetty, is 550 m away.
Things to do nearby
- Sharks Feedingattraction340 m
- Crow's Nestviewpoint390 m
- Stingray Feedingattraction390 m
- Palm Beachbeach1.2 km
Straight-line distances from the property · data © OpenStreetMap contributors
With 11 Google reviews and a rating of 4.2/5, the sample is still small. The property's highlights single out comfortable beds and a well-rated location. Dining spans vegetarian, halal, Asian, American, and buffet options, and the pool view earns specific mention among recent guests.
Reviews scoring 9–10: 23 · average 9.6
They wrote about: staff, room, breakfast
Reviews scoring 7–9: 4 · average 8
They wrote about: staff, cleanliness, breakfast
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Worth knowing
Before you arrive
- Check-in
From 2:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
- Check-out
Until 12:00 PM
- Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
- Pets
Pets are not allowed.
- Groups
When booking more than 7 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
- Accepted payment methods
Cash
As published by the booking provider · always reconfirm with the property
Common questions
How do I get to the resort from the airport?
A speedboat transfer connects Velana International Airport to the resort in around 20 minutes. Shared transfers are compulsory at a surcharge; a private speedboat is available for up to 6 guests at USD 990 per way.
How far is the resort from the airport?
The resort sits approximately 11 km from Velana International Airport, reached by speedboat. The official transfer time is 20 minutes.
What room types are available in The Haven?
The Haven includes Water Villas (with or without whirlpool), Oceanfront Pool Villas, One and Two-bedroom Ocean Suites with Pool, and several beach villa categories from Beach Villa up to the Two-bedroom Beach Villa with Two Pools.
Do all rooms have a private pool?
Most villa categories include a private pool. Water Villas and the standard Beach Villa are the main categories without one. The Two-bedroom Beach Villa with Two Pools has two separate pools.
Which restaurants are on the property?
There are four main restaurants: Bageecha (all-day, organic), The Lagoon (overwater, Water Villa guests only), Ristorante al Tramonto (Italian, open-air), and Fukuya Teppanyaki (Japanese). Hook serves fresh seafood from an overwater jetty. Press & Pot and Dhaavani Coffee Shop handle lighter bites; the latter is open 24 hours.
Is there a bar open late?
Captain's Bar is open 24 hours and sits quayside. Dhaavani Coffee Shop also runs around the clock. The Beach Bar operates during the day from 9am to 6pm.
Is there a house reef for snorkelling and diving?
Yes. A house reef sits directly off the island. The on-site dive centre runs conservation-focused programmes. Snorkelling is available from the reef, and excursions such as sunrise snorkelling trips can be arranged through the watersports centre.
What watersports and activities are available?
The watersports centre runs surfing, parasailing, stand-up paddleboarding, and snorkelling. Excursions include big-game fishing and dolphin watching on a traditional dhoni. On-island activities include floodlit tennis, basketball, volleyball, and bicycle rental.
Is this resort suitable for families with children?
The property has family rooms and the Wavy Navy Kids' Club for younger guests. The Two-bedroom villa categories suit families who need more than one bedroom. Bicycle rental and multiple dining styles add to the family-friendly offer.
Is alcohol available at the resort?
Yes. The resort has multiple bars including Captain's Bar, the Beach Bar, Club Nautica, and Cocoon Lounge. Happy hour is part of the regular activities programme.
What dining options suit dietary requirements?
The property caters to vegetarian, halal, and Asian dietary preferences across its restaurants, along with American and buffet formats at Bageecha. Guests with specific requirements should confirm directly with the property before arrival.
What is the resort's Google rating?
The Haven at Paradise Island holds a Google rating of 4.2/5 based on 11 reviews. Recent guests specifically highlight the location and the comfort of the beds.