Imagine an exclusive poolside lounge bar in the Maldives with the perfect mix: gorgeous views; the finest selection of mouth-watering gourmet canapés; expertly concocted cocktails and mocktails with an island twist; the supreme comfort of boho-chic loungers on a spacious sun deck; the closeness of your loved ones; evocative live music drifting on the breeze; and, of course, the blue sparkling waters of an infinity pool, inviting you to plunge into its tranquil waters.
Well, you don’t have to imagine anymore: Naiboli at The Nautilus Maldives boasts all these features and more. And while our poolside lounge bar is open all day, it really comes into its own at sunset, when time seems to pause, offering a moment of reflection and celebration of what matters most. We call this ritual and special time of day, The Nautilus Rising, and here’s what you can look forward to during this golden hour.
- Gourmet sundowners and snacks
At Naiboli, you can expect the finest selection of complimentary gourmet canapés – innovative, delectable combinations of global cuisines, local ingredients and smoky, spicy flavours.
Each delicious morsel is begging to be matched with one of the lounge bar’s premium cocktails or mocktails. For some Japanese fusions, try a Mikan Fizz – including dry sake, wonderfully tart yuzu sherbet and prosecco – or a healthy alternative with the Matcha Made in Heaven mocktail. Our Spicy Margarita brings the best of Mexico to our island shores, while our Mediterranean Lemonade infuses this refreshing non-alcoholic favourite with orange blossom and fruit tea. You’ll even find a shisha lounge where you can pick your choice of tobacco, and relax against some plush cushions to smoke a shisha.
- Barefoot lounging in refined architectural luxury
Naiboli is, in fact, the Dhivehi word for “nautilus” – that remarkable marine creature native to our tropical region, whose gorgeous shell has been coveted throughout history, from the days of the ancient Greeks who viewed it as symbolic of perfection. Inspired by the geometric beauty of this shell, its seemingly endless curve described by artists and mathematicians as the “eternal line” and the “marvellous spiral”, the architecture of our ultra-luxe bohemian hideaway echoes this treasure of the sea.
This is particularly apparent at Naiboli, where generous circular spaces seamlessly blend inside with outside, providing ample areas and cocoon-like nooks of chic loungers and cabanas designed for good conversation, and the arcs of the sun deck echo into the infinity pool and radiate outwards towards the endless horizon of the sea. As dusk moves in, Naiboli comes into its own, the pool subtly lit from above and below, the iconic nautilus shape glowing from the depths while starlit skies reflect on the surface. You might even find the temperature-controlled pool beckoning you closer, inviting you to dangle your feet in the waters, or perhaps even take a dip under the canopy of stars.
- The beauty of art set against the canvas of nature
What better way to enhance an atmosphere of playful unwinding than with the arts? During every sunset, you’ll experience a musical treat to inspire and revive your whole being, with delicate strumming saturating the air, evocative vocals singing you into the sublime, or even rhythmic boduberu drums signalling the start of festivities.
Our visiting artists invite guests to explore the Art of Bohemia through multisensory sessions. You can expect lessons in everything from Macramé craft to painting; interactive, light-hearted workshops in various cuisines; explorations of all kinds of music; and really anything your senses can imagine, as our team constantly conjures up new ideas.
- The best kind of company at the best time of day
Above all, this timeless haven of bohemian whimsy is the perfect gathering place at the end of the day – for you and your loved ones to come together around the simple pleasures of sunset, kinship and peace, within the extraordinary setting of an ultra-luxe island sanctuary.
While sipping and snacking, soaking up the last pink rays of the sun and the spectacle of a one-of-a-kind horizon, you’ll find the background sounds of sweet music enhanced by the hum of conversation and light-hearted laughter, as you drink in the company of your family and friends, and even make new connections with locals and other travellers.
Enjoy the unrivalled atmosphere of Naiboli – the ultimate poolside lounge bar in the heart of the Maldives. Get in touch with us at [email protected] or talk to us at +960 730 98 18 to begin your journey to a world of your own making.