80 m²Up to 2 guestsBeachfront
Beach Villa
From USD 360 / per night2 adults · lowest month April 2027 · excl. taxes
Beach Villa: a villa on the beach of about 80 m². It sleeps up to 2 guests with a king bed.
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Nova Maldives
At a glance
Nova Maldives is an island resort in South Ari Atoll, Maldives, with 76 villas and rooms. Guests reach the island from Velana International Airport (MLE) by a 25-minute seaplane flight.
The island
Nova Maldives is a resort on a 5-hectare island in South Ari Atoll, about 25 minutes from Velana International Airport by seaplane. Its excellent house reef has vibrant coral gardens, and whale sharks are frequently seen in the channel nearby. It has a sociable, active atmosphere.
Villas
There are 76 villas. Beach Villas (about 80 m²) suit couples, Beach Villas with Pool and Deluxe Beach Villas with Pool (about 160 m²) sleep three, and the Family Beach Villa with Pool sleeps four. Over the water, Water Villas (about 125 m²) and Water Villas with Pool (about 160 m²) are available, and the Two-Bedroom Beach Residence with Pool (about 250 m²) sleeps five.
Dining and drinks
Five restaurants, including Soul Kitchen, and a pool bar serve full board or all-inclusive plans, with beachfront grills among the options.
Spa and activities
A full-service spa, an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness centre are joined by snorkelling, diving and water sports.
Getting there
Nova Maldives is reached from Velana International Airport (MLE) in Malé, the main international gateway to the Maldives. The seaplane flight takes about 25 minutes, with views over the atolls on the way. Seaplanes fly in daylight only, so guests landing late in the day usually spend a night near the airport and fly on next morning. Check-in is from 14:00 and check-out is at 12:00. We arrange the transfer with the resort and include it in your quote.
Who it suits
Nova suits couples and active travellers who want whale sharks nearby and an easy-going, social island. Through Maldives Agents, villas start from about USD 360 per night for two adults, excluding taxes and transfers.
Best for
- Honeymoons and couples
- Divers and snorkellers
- All-inclusive holidays
Villas &suites
7 accommodation categories at Nova Maldives. Pick one, or up to three, and we will quote them side by side.
160 m²Up to 3 guestsBeachfront
Beach Villa with Pool
From USD 609 / per night2 adults · lowest month April 2027 · excl. taxes
Beach Villa with Pool: a villa on the beach of about 160 m². It sleeps up to 3 guests with a king bed. You get a private pool and a sun deck.
- Beach access
- Private pool
- Sun deck
Deluxe Beach Villa with Pool
160 m²Up to 3 guestsBeachfront
Deluxe Beach Villa with Pool
The Deluxe Beach Villa with Pool is a villa on the beach of about 160 m². It sleeps up to 3 guests with a king bed. Highlights include a private pool, an outdoor bathroom and a treatment room.
- Beach access
- Private pool
- Outdoor bathroom
- Treatment room
- Sun deck
- Living area
Family Beach Villa with Pool
Up to 4 guests2 bedroomsBeachfront
Family Beach Villa with Pool
The Family Beach Villa with Pool is a two-bedroom villa on the beach. It sleeps up to 4 guests. Highlights include a private pool and a treatment room.
- Beach access
- Private pool
- Treatment room
125 m²Up to 2 guestsOverwater
Water Villa
From USD 441 / per night2 adults · lowest month April 2027 · excl. taxes
Water Villa: a villa over the lagoon of about 125 m². It sleeps up to 2 guests with a king bed. Highlights include a sun deck.
- Overwater
- Sun deck
160 m²Up to 3 guestsOverwater
Water Villa with Pool
From USD 532 / per night2 adults · lowest month April 2027 · excl. taxes
Water Villa with Pool: a villa over the lagoon of about 160 m². It sleeps up to 3 guests with a king bed. Expect a private pool, direct lagoon access and a sun deck.
- Overwater
- Private pool
- Direct lagoon access
- Sun deck
250 m²Up to 5 guests2 bedroomsBeachfront
Two-Bedroom Beach Residence with Pool
Two-Bedroom Beach Residence with Pool is a two-bedroom residence on the beach of about 250 m². It sleeps up to 5 guests. Expect a private pool, a jacuzzi and an outdoor bathroom.
- Beach access
- Private pool
- Jacuzzi
- Outdoor bathroom
- Living area
Getting there
How to reach Nova Maldives
International flights land at Velana International Airport (MLE) near Malé. The resort transfer is arranged around your flight times; seaplanes fly in daylight only.
- Seaplane25 min
Questions
Good to know
How do you get to Nova Maldives?
Nova Maldives is reached from Velana International Airport (MLE) in Malé by a 25-minute seaplane flight. Transfers are arranged around your international flight times, and we confirm the route and schedule with your quotation.
How much does Nova Maldives cost per night?
Through Maldives Agents, villas at Nova Maldives start from USD 360 per night for 2 adults (Beach Villa, lowest month April 2027), excluding taxes and transfers. Rates change by date, villa and meal plan, so we confirm the exact price for your dates with your quotation.
Where is Nova Maldives?
Nova Maldives is in South Ari Atoll, Maldives. Coordinates: 3.5791, 72.9020.
What meal plans does Nova Maldives offer?
Nova Maldives offers full board and all inclusive. Plan names and inclusions vary by resort, so we list exactly what is included in your quotation.
What villas and rooms are there at Nova Maldives?
Nova Maldives has 7 accommodation categories: Beach Villa, Beach Villa with Pool, Deluxe Beach Villa with Pool, Family Beach Villa with Pool, Water Villa, Water Villa with Pool and Two-Bedroom Beach Residence with Pool.
Does Nova Maldives have overwater villas?
Yes. 2 of its 7 villa and room categories are overwater: Water Villa and Water Villa with Pool.
Does Nova Maldives have a house reef?
Yes. Nova Maldives has an excellent house reef with whale sharks.
What restaurants and bars are at Nova Maldives?
Dining venues at Nova Maldives include Soul Kitchen. In total the resort lists 3 restaurants and 2 bars.
What is there to do at Nova Maldives?
Facilities and activities at Nova Maldives include an outdoor pool, a fitness centre and a spa.
How do I book Nova Maldives through Maldives Agents?
Send an enquiry with your dates, guests and preferred villa. Our Malé-based team checks live availability and rates with Nova Maldives and replies with a personalised quotation. No payment is taken when you enquire.
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