SO/ Maldives

Maldives, Indian Ocean

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Beach Pool Villa
Beach Pool Villa
Beach Pool Villa
Beach Pool Villa
Overwater Pool Villa
Overwater Pool Villa
Overwater Pool Villa
Two-Bedroom Lagoon Beach Pool Loft
Two-Bedroom Lagoon Beach Pool Loft
Lazuli Beach Club
Family Beach Villa
Family Beach Villa
Beach Pool Villa
Beach Pool Villa
Beach Pool Villa
Beach Pool Villa
Overwater Pool Villa
Overwater Pool Villa
Overwater Pool Villa
Two-Bedroom Lagoon Beach Pool Loft
Two-Bedroom Lagoon Beach Pool Loft
Lazuli Beach Club
Family Beach Villa
Family Beach Villa

The hotel

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.

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Jun 6, 2025 Passenger17835861964

Everything was amazing the Villa so clean and they gives me early check in , the staff was so friendly ,service was excellent, the food was delicious and the place was so clean and refreshing. ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Honeymoon

Jun 5, 2025 Dreamer41640810211

This was by far the most comforting experience overall at SO Maldives. The staff was amazing and the treatment we received by them went above and beyond. I would like the thank Ana for all her help and quick communication as well as all the staff at the restaurants and activities areas. You honestly feel like you are the most relaxed you have ever… Read more
This was by far the most comforting experience overall at SO Maldives. The staff was amazing and the treatment we received by them went above and beyond. I would like the thank Ana for all her help and quick communication as well as all the staff at the restaurants and activities areas. You honestly feel like you are the most relaxed you have ever been. There was moments it rained but it would last only a couple minutes and be back to sunshine. We hope to return in the future as this was one of the best travel experiences we endured in. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Worst experience ever at the Maldives

Jun 5, 2025 7a9ani Munich, Germany

I’ve stayed at multiple resorts across the Maldives, and So Maldives was by far the worst experience I’ve had — and that’s saying something. Let’s start with what they claim: luxury, personalized service, and high-end hospitality. What you actually get is disorganized staff, a completely untrained butler, and service that feels more like a burden… Read more
I’ve stayed at multiple resorts across the Maldives, and So Maldives was by far the worst experience I’ve had — and that’s saying something. Let’s start with what they claim: luxury, personalized service, and high-end hospitality. What you actually get is disorganized staff, a completely untrained butler, and service that feels more like a burden than a pleasure. Our butler was useless and made things worse at every turn — consistently late, unresponsive, and at times just flat-out disappeared. Requests had to be repeated multiple times. Simple tasks like arranging activities or even getting basic information turned into a waiting game. Zero initiative, zero follow-through. The rest of the staff wasn’t much better. Communication across the board was sloppy. There’s no consistency, no attention to detail, and certainly no sense of premium hospitality. The resort looks the part, but once you settle in, it becomes clear: it’s all surface. Pretty photos, bad service. What bothered me most wasn’t even the price — it’s that you’re paying premium rates for a completely broken guest experience. If you’re expecting the seamless, intuitive service that most top-tier Maldives resorts deliver — you won’t find it here. Don’t waste your time or money. There are far better resorts in the Maldives where you’re actually treated like a guest, not an afterthought. So Maldives seriously needs to rethink its operations — or stop marketing itself as a luxury destination. Read less
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Jun 5, 2025 mohamedhQ6017JD

The hotel is really nice and the rooms are amazing. And they assigned to us Abdelkader to be with us throughout our stay and the choice couldn’t be better, he’s super helpful and a really dedicated person who made everything easier. The food was really nice as well especially the Asian and the pizza they have
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Jun 5, 2025 RG2810

Good nice property with stunning views from your villas. Very nice and newly built rooms with modern amenities. Cooperative staff and excellent services. Good options of restaurants and bars and also good options for water activities….