Hotels & Resorts

SO/ Maldives

Private-pool beach and overwater villas in Emboodhoo Lagoon, with dining, spa and a 15-minute speedboat transfer from Velana Airport.

About

SO/ Maldives is a private-island resort in Emboodhoo Lagoon, Kaafu Atoll, reached by a 15-minute speedboat transfer from Velana International Airport. Its beachfront and overwater villas feature private pools, decks and open-plan interiors with views across the lagoon. The resort combines contemporary design with relaxed island living. Guests can explore Asian flavours at The Citronelle Club, Mediterranean-inspired dining at Lazuli Beach Club and Levantine cuisine at Hadaba. A wellness camp offers spa treatments, a hammam, steam room, sauna and gym. Water sports and diving provide ways to experience the surrounding lagoon and marine life, while a kids club offers activities for younger guests. The resort arranges its own speedboat transfers, with an airport team greeting arriving guests.

At a Glance

Distance from VIA (Velana Airport)
8 km (resort-published airport-to-property distance)
Nearest airport
Velana International Airport (MLE)
Number of rooms
93
Operator name
Dream Islands Development 3 Pvt Ltd
Number of beds
186
Island
SO/ Maldives island, Emboodhoo Lagoon
Atoll
Kaafu
Transfer
15-minute speedboat transfer from Velana International Airport

Services

  • Beachfront and overwater pool villas
  • Restaurants and bars
  • Beach club
  • Spa treatments
  • Hammam, steam room and sauna
  • Gym
  • Water sports
  • Diving
  • Kids club
  • Airport speedboat transfers