Newly opened in November 2023, SO/ Maldives is a resort that epitomises luxury at every turn. Centred around arts and fashion, you're sure to feel like royalty from the moment you step foot in the arrival pavilion. This feeling is certainly no different when heading to your villa either... Each of the 80 villas are designed with a delicate, minimalistic touch and are curated with all the necessary amenities to ensure the perfect stay. Be it a Beach Villa or an Overwater Villa, the views are simply outstanding and stretch as far as the eye can see. So, it seems only right that they should be enjoyed from your villas own private pool. We think this makes for the ideal spot to grab those all important pictures, because it wouldn't be a trip the Maldives without letting your Instagram followers know, right?! If you're feeling energetic, head over to Lazuli Beach Club to enjoy great vibes, refreshing cocktails and a sunset that's sure to be, one of the best you'll ever see.
Amenities
Kayaking
Scuba Diving
Snorkelling
Water Skiing
Yoga
Honeymoon
Bar
Fitness Centre/Gym
Internet Access
Restaurant
Safety Deposit Box
Spa
Where is it
Sat on a private island overlooking the Emboodhoo Lagoon. Transfer time from Malé International Airport: 15 minutes by speedboat.
Hotel information
SO/ Maldives is a luxurious resort, inspired by fashion and art. Each of the 80 villas are created with open plan living in mind and offer sensational views of the lagoon or beach. Each villa comes equipped with Wi-Fi, air-conditioning, tea/coffee-making facilities and a safe. Lagoon Beach Pool Villas are 228 sqm and is complete with a private garden and plunge pool. Sleeps a maximum of 2 adults.
Board basis options
Bed & Breakfast: breakfast is included at the Citronelle Club.
Half Board: inclusive of dinner with complimentary soft drink and drinking water during meal time at Citronelle Club and Hadaba except for highlighted supplement items.
Full Board: inclusive of lunch and dinner with complimentary soft drinks and drinking water during meal times. Dinner is fully inclusive at Citronelle Club and Hadaba. Lunch is fully inclusive, except for highlighted supplement items at Citronelle Club and Lazuli based on a special menu option.
All Inclusive: inclusive of lunch and dinner with complimentary select alcoholic beverages during meals, soft drinks and drinking water. Dinner is fully inclusive at Citronelle Club and Hadaba except for highlighted supplement items. Lunch is fully inclusive at Citronelle Club and Lazuli based on a special menu option. Mini-bar inclusions with daily one-time replenishment of select items or menu of non-alcoholic/alcoholic beverages are included.
Select alcoholic beverages, soft drinks and drinking water are available from 10:00am until 00:00am at Lazuli Beach Club. Drinks from the Citronelle Club, Hadaba and Pavilion Bar are served only during outlet operational hours.
A minimum 5 night stay receives a one-time spa treatment at the spa for 2 adults per bedroom.
A minimum 7 night stay receives a one-time spa treatment at the spa and one-time excursion (dolphin cruise or sunset cruise) for 2 adults per bedroom.
Ocean Beach Pool Villas are 228 sqm and is complete with a private garden and plunge pool. Sleeps a maximum of 2 adults.
Family Beach Pool Villa with Capsule are 23 8sqm and features two-bedrooms, one of which, a stylishly designed bunk capsule for the kids. The spacious private garden is complete with a private pool and access to your own private beach. Sleeps a maximum of 2 adults and 2 children.
Two-Bedroom Lagoon Beach Pool Lofts are 322 sqm and set over two floors. The first bedroom features a king-size bed and the other, two single beds, making this perfect for families. The loft also features it's own private pool, mini-bar, in-room tea/coffee-making facilities and a satellite TV. Sleeps a maximum of 4 adults.
Lagoon Water Pool Villas are 120 sqm and feature their own sundeck with private infinity pool. This villa also includes a mini-bar, in-room tea/coffee-making facilities and a satellite TV. Sleeps a maximum of 2 adults.
Ocean Water Pool Villas are 120 sqm and feature their own sundeck with private infinity pool. This villa also includes a mini-bar, in-room tea/coffee-making facilities and a satellite TV. Sleeps a maximum of 2 adults.
Two-Bedroom Ocean Water Pool Ateliers are 240 sqm and set across two floors. This residence is a slice of paradise with panoramic ocean views and private pool.. This villa has two separate bedrooms, the first of which with a king-size bed and the other, two single beds. The villa is also complete with spacious living and dining areas. This villa also includes a mini-bar, in-room tea/coffee-making facilities and a satellite TV. Sleeps a maximum of 4 adults.
Three-Bedroom Ocean Water Pool Ateliers are a larger 330 sqm and a third bedroom, containing an additional king-size bed. The villa is complete with spacious living and dining areas. This villa also includes a mini-bar, in-room tea/coffee-making facilities and a satellite TV. Sleeps a maximum of 6 adults.
Citronelle Club (all-day dining, Asian flavours). Lazuli Beach Club (Mediterranean menu). Hadaba (signature restaurant, Levantine cuisine).
Wellness spa* with hammam, steam and sauna, and state-of-the-art gym. Scuba-diving*. Snorkelling. Kayaking. Glass-bottom boat. Cycling. The Nest (kids area). The Zone (teens area).
* Denotes local charge.
Please note: to ensure our customer's safety, we are unable to offer over water accommodation to children under the age of 12.
Please note: check-out is not permitted on 31st December.
Based on 485 reviews
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one of the best holiday
Jul 3, 2025abcsupitJakarta, Indonesia
one of the most satisfying holiday trip for me and my family. The hotel are beautiful, dedicated island for this hotel only, no other non-staying guest here.
Location is close with Male city, took only 15 minutes by speed boat to get to the hotel, no need seaplane.
while we arrive in the airport, the transfer process was very smooth to the…
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one of the most satisfying holiday trip for me and my family. The hotel are beautiful, dedicated island for this hotel only, no other non-staying guest here.
Location is close with Male city, took only 15 minutes by speed boat to get to the hotel, no need seaplane.
while we arrive in the airport, the transfer process was very smooth to the hotel.
food is delicious, there are 3 restaurants and 1 bar in the hotel.
our butler namely AHSAN is very professional and helpful at anytime, he explained everything what we need to know.
there is scheduled free speed boat to the neighbor island namely Crossroad. you can find some restaurants and shopping place in there
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Want to be luxurious but TERRIBLE systems.
Jul 3, 2025Resort10550604718
Honest comment: I JUST CANNOT RECOMMEND THIS PLACE. SORRY.
We've paid 8,000 usd for five nights and it's definitely not worth it. The system is really poor. The buggy never comes. There are even not enough bikes around. They advertise that we can visit the "crossroads area" freely but there are not that many shuttle boats to and back.(or you have…
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Honest comment: I JUST CANNOT RECOMMEND THIS PLACE. SORRY.
We've paid 8,000 usd for five nights and it's definitely not worth it. The system is really poor. The buggy never comes. There are even not enough bikes around. They advertise that we can visit the "crossroads area" freely but there are not that many shuttle boats to and back.(or you have to pay 50 per personnel for a one way ride) We can't even leave this place when we wanted for our departure. Some staffs are really awesome but can't give the average rating. I think this is more of a systematic problem of the resort.
For example, they advertise themselves as a five star hotel. But they don't have a 24 hour in-dining service, which is the basic service for the 5 star hotel. Shame.
However, the food is really nice so you got 2 out of 5. Sorry. But the resort ought to know.
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Wonderful resort
Jul 1, 2025R i
Amazing resort and lovely employees
We have lovely vacation in SO/ Maldives
And we will recommend the resort to our friends
great
Jun 30, 2025jenny f
Our family of five stayed here for five nights. The service was great. Sue was very enthusiastic and helped me a lot. I would like to thank her. The food in the restaurant tasted very good. It only takes 15 minutes by boat to Male. It is suitable for bringing the elderly. The room is very modern and novel.
SO/ beautiful
Jun 30, 2025Tropical_MayhemGermany
We spent 5 nights at SO/ Maldives and were absolutely overwhelmed. The room was stunning – modern, stylish, and perfectly maintained – and the restaurants impressed us with both quality and atmosphere.
We especially want to mention Sue, our host. From the warm welcome to our farewell, she took perfect care of us. She was always available,…
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one of the best holiday
