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SO/ Maldives

SO/ Maldives

, Kaafu Atoll, Maldives
Rated 0 out of 5
From $640 / night
SO/ Maldives
SO/ Maldives
Water Sports
SO/ Maldives
Lazuli Beach Club

Overview

Type

Resort

Accommodation

80

Beach Villa

27

Water Villa

53

Restaurant/Bar

3/1

Spa

Yes

Gym

Yes

Pool

1

Highlights

A Luxury 5-Star Private Island Resort

Beachfront
Family Friendly
Gourmet Dining
Kids’ Club
Luxury
Private Pool
Romantic
Spa Retreats
Water Sports
Wellness

Description

Welcome to paradise re-imagined. This avant-garde island resort features a statement collection of bespoke beachfront and over-water villas with panoramic views of the turquoise Emboodhoo Lagoon.

The vibrant 5-star island of SO/Maldives is designed to be explored. A 15-minute speedboat ride from Malé International Airport whisks you away to a private island in this idyllic archipelago overlooking the Emboodhoo Lagoon. Introducing a new generation of luxury for modern adventurers. Discover a Maldives luxury resort where comfort meets personalised experiences.

Island Information

Location:  Eh'mafushi Island
Transportation: Embark/Disembark at Marina, On-island Buggy / Cart Transfer, Resort Dhoni / Shuttle Boat, Speedboat, Scheduled Speedboat
Island Size: Reclaimed island, Small
Distance from Malé: 8 km
View: City view, Lagoon view, Ocean view

Property Information

Rating: 5
Brand: SO/ Hotels (Accor)
Meal Plan: All-inclusive, Full Board, Half Board
Renovation Date: Nov 2023 (opening)
Best for: Accessible-friendly, Couples / Honeymooners, Family-friendly, Group

Villas/Rooms

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Dining

Indulge in a series of distinct dining experiences at our Maldives restaurants and bars, beginning with casual all-day dining at The Citronelle Club, inspired by the European fusion flavors of Asia. Join the Lazuli Beach Club with a Mediterranean menu and healthy options, then discover the atmosphere and aromatic flavours of Arabian nights with Levantine cuisine served at signature restaurant Hadaba with endless ocean views.

Experiences

SO/ Maldives is reinventing the luxury island getaway experience with bespoke all-villa accommodation and sensorial experiences rooted in fashion and art. With diverse dining, a bohemian beachclub and serene spa all set in a private lagoon enclave, it’s time to retreat, explore and play…

Property Amenities

Accessibility

Accessible check-in desk
Accessible fitness center
Accessible path of travel (continuous, step-free)
Accessible restaurant/bar
Accessible spa
Elevator
Front entrance ramp
Pool access ramp
Public restrooms accessible
Wheelchair accessibility
Wheelchair rental onsite

Business services

Audio-visual equipment rental
Ballroom / event hall
Boardroom
Conference facilities
Dedicated event planner
High-speed Wi-Fi (meeting areas)
Sound system & microphones
Stage & lighting

Conveniences

24-hour front desk
Babysitting/childcare
Bellhop/porter
Board games/library
Currency exchange
Dry cleaning service
Express check-in
Express check-out
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Private check-in/check-out
Safe at front desk
Tour/ticket assistance

Family friendly

Babysitting (surcharge)
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Free cot
Kids’ Club
Playground
Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Food and drink

A bar/lounge
All-inclusive meal plan available
Beach bar
Beach BBQ / grill nights
Bottled water complimentary
Champagne / celebration packages
Children’s menu
Couples/private dining
Daily buffet breakfast
Floating breakfast
Halal dining available
In-room minibar
In-villa dining
Multiple restaurants
Pool bar
Special diet menus (vegan/vegetarian/gluten-free)

Spa (Programs / Services)

Complimentary facilities access with treatments
Massages & body treatments
Meditation sessions
Multi-day wellness programs (detox/sleep/weight)
In-room massages
Teen / Kids’ spa
Yoga classes

Spa (Treatments / Modalities)

After-sun skin treatments
Body polishing (exfoliation)
Body scrubs
Body wraps
Couples rituals (treatment)
Deep-tissue massages
Facials
Hot stone massages
Lymphatic drainage massage
Manicures/pedicures
Prenatal massages
Scalp massage
Sound therapy / Singing bowls
Sports massages
Vichy hydrotherapy ritual

Spa (Facilities / Rooms)

Couples treatment rooms
Outdoor treatment areas
Sauna
Steam room
Treatment rooms
Vichy shower

Guest services

24-hour front desk
Airport meet & greet
Babysitting/childcare
Baggage storage
Butler service
Concierge services
Doctor on call
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
In-villa dining setup
Ironing service
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Private check-in/check-out
Proposal romance packages
Tour and ticket assistance
Transportation arrangement desk
Turndown service

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Outdoors

Garden
On the bay
Outdoor bar
Outdoor entertainment area
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Private beach area

Parking and transport

Airport pickup / drop-off
Bicycle rental
Buggy shuttle (on-island)
No on-site parking available
Speedboat transfer
Yacht marina

Things to do

24-hour Gym/health club
Arcade/game room
Beach volleyball
Boat tours
Catamaran sailing
Dolphin cruise
Fishing
Glass-bottom boat
Glass-bottom kayak
Guided snorkel safari
Jet ski
Kayaking
Kitesurfing
Motor boating
Padel Tennis
Parasailing
Pedal boat
Sailing
Sandbank picnic
Scuba diving
Seabob
Snorkelling
Sunset cruise
SUP
Surfing/bodyboarding
Wakeboarding
Water skiing
Wing foiling
Windsurfing
Yoga classes

Nature & Wildlife

Dolphins
Lagoon
Reef Sharks
Sandbank
Sea Turtles
Tropical Fish
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Room Amenities

Bedroom

Air conditioning
Blackout drapes
Free crib/infant beds
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Memory foam mattress
Premium bedding

Bathroom

Bathrobes
Children's slippers
Designer toiletries
Freestanding tub
Hairdryer
Makeup/shaving mirror (magnifying)
Outdoor shower
Rainfall shower head
Separate bathtub & shower
Shampoo
Slippers
Toilet paper
Toothbrush & toothpaste
Towels

Entertainment

Flat-screen TV
Premium movie channels
Satellite channels
Smart TV

Food and drink

Capsule coffee machine (e.g., Nespresso)
Champagne service
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Limited hour room service
Meal delivery service
Minibar

Safety

Smoke detector
Smoke-free villas

More

Air conditioning
Balcony
Blackout curtains
Desk
Individually decorated
Individually furnished
In-room massage
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Laptop workspace
Safe
Soundproofing
Turndown service
Wardrobe or closet
Window screens
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Videos

Policies

Timing

Check In: 15:00
Check Out: 12:00

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Smoking

Smoking in designated outdoor areas only (shared)

Reservation

Check‑in from 15:00; check‑out by 12:00.

A mandatory speedboat transfer applies (approx. 15 minutes); shared round‑trip charges: Adult USD 250, Child 4–11.99 USD 125, under‑4 complimentary.

Reservations must be guaranteed with a valid credit card; the hotel may pre‑authorize prior to arrival.

Rates are subject to applicable taxes/service charges and the Green Tax (USD 12 per person per night).

When booking more than 7 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.

Cancellation

Cancellation and prepayment vary by rate plan and dates; please check your booking confirmation for exact deadlines and fees.

Many promotional packages are non‑refundable once confirmed; some rate plans offer fully refundable options when cancelled within the stated window.

Children and extra beds

Children of all ages are welcome; guests 13+ are charged as adults.

Cribs for ages 0–2 are complimentary on request (subject to availability); no extra beds are available.

Minors under 18 must be accompanied by at least one parent and present official ID; if a parent is not present, a responsible adult must carry the parents’ written authorization.

Card accepted

Accepts major credit cards and reserves the right to pre‑authorize your card prior to arrival. Cash is not accepted.

American Express, Master Card, Visa

Special check-in instructions

Guests transfer by speedboat from Velana International Airport; the journey takes about 15 minutes. Please contact the resort in advance to arrange transfers and provide your flight details; keep your booking confirmation ready and advise your expected arrival time.

Shared round‑trip speedboat transfer charges apply: Adult USD 250; Child 4–11.99 USD 125; children under 4 travel free of charge (prices inclusive of taxes and service charges).

Guests are required to present a photo ID and a credit card at check‑in. Guests under 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

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Important information

Fees

A tax is imposed by the city: USD 12.00 per person, per night (not applicable to children under 2 years).

Optional extras

Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 50 for adults and USD 25 for children.

Airport shuttle (speedboat) is available for USD 250 per adult (roundtrip) and USD 125 per child (4–12 years, roundtrip); charges may be included in certain packages.

Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 50 per night.

You need to know

Guests must transfer via boat/shuttle to the property and should contact the property at least 72 hours before travel with flight details.

Guests will receive an email within 5 days before arrival with check‑in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Government‑issued photo identification and a credit/debit card or cash deposit may be required at check‑in for incidental charges.

Special requests are subject to availability upon check‑in and may incur additional charges; requests cannot be guaranteed.

This property uses solar energy.

Noise‑free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.

Some outdoor spaces (balconies, patios, terraces) may not be suitable for children; contact the property prior to arrival if concerned so they can accommodate you in a suitable room.

We should mention

Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; please contact the property prior to arrival using the booking confirmation details.

Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested.

No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property.

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property.

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Location & Map

Distance from Malé: 8 km
SO/ Maldives - Map

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