Nala Maldives by Jawakara

Nala Maldives by Jawakara is a compact island resort in Lhaviyani Atoll, reached by a roughly 35-minute seaplane transfer from Velana International Airport. Reopened in December 2025 after a major redevelopment, it has 80 villas arranged as beach and overwater stays, with some categories adding private pools, direct lagoon access, outdoor showers, or sundecks. The setting is calm and pared back, with pale sand, a clear lagoon, and a strong sense of being slightly removed from the usual Maldives noise. Dining is spread across a handful of venues, including buffet-style Velu, Asian-influenced Kumo, Greek-leaning Milos and the lighter Snack Lab, while the resort also offers a spa, pool, fitness facilities, tennis, padel, diving, and water sports.