The Nautilus

A tiny speck of sand studded only by palms and 26 palatial ocean and beach villas, The Nautilus is tropical isolation at its finest. You can’t help but switch off from the outside world here and with no clocks in the villas, the concept of time is delightfully non-existent. Each villa is like a pinch-yourself parcel of paradisal privacy, each with its own private pool, epic ocean views and personal butler. The glass flooring in the ocean villa living rooms mean you don’t even need to leave your retreat to witness some marine magic beneath your feet. Don’t get too comfy, as there’s plenty do on this tiny isle. There’s a spectacular house reef to snorkel, sandbank picnics to enjoy and kayaks to paddle – plus much more. Divers in particular will love it at The Nautilus, with its iridescent house reef like a tropical fish treasure hunt and nearby Hanifaru Bay offering unforgettable encounters with majestic manta rays and whale sharks. The main restaurant at The Nautilus, Zeytoun, is perched over a gin-clear lagoon and features dishes with Mediterranean and Middle Eastern influences. However, that’s just a guideline and your dining experience is refreshingly unscripted, where you’re actively encouraged to eat whatever you like, whenever you like. Anything goes at The Nautilus!