So Maldives Hotel - Emboodhoo Lagoon

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So Maldives Hotel - Emboodhoo Lagoon
Emboodhoo Lagoon, Emboodhoo Lagoon, Maldives, 20026·View on map
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Overall Score
Great
8.2Great
Highest Rated
Comfort9.0
Location9.0
Cleanliness8.9
Staff8.9
Lowest Rated
Value for money7.9
Breakfast6.2
Who stays here
Couples61%
Families27%
Groups9%
Solo2%

Overview

Overall Score
Great
8.2Great
Highest Rated
Comfort9.0
Location9.0
Cleanliness8.9
Staff8.9
Lowest Rated
Value for money7.9
Breakfast6.2
Who stays here
Couples61%
Families27%
Groups9%
Solo2%

5-star resort in Emboodhoo Lagoon with a private beach and complimentary speedboat transfer for stays of 3 nights or more

Accommodation with Private Plunge Pools

So/ Maldives places each guest in a villa with an individual plunge pool. Lagoon Beach Pool Villas offer a larger terrace area, while Ocean Water Pool Villas provide direct ocean access and panoramic views. The open-living interiors include air-conditioning, a private terrace, and a sun deck with an over-water hammock.

Dining Venues and Cuisines

Three on-site restaurants serve distinct cuisines: Hadaba for Arabic and Egyptian dishes, Citronelle Club for all-day dining, and Lazuli Beach Club for snacks and stone-oven pizza. At Hadaba, the seabass and lamb are recommended by guests. A private beach dinner with a custom menu can be arranged for special occasions.

Wellness, Spa and Fitness

The spa offers a range of treatments including aromatherapy massage, body wraps, and couples massage in rooms with ocean views. Guests have access to a sauna, steam room, hot tub, and an outdoor infinity pool. The fitness centre provides yoga classes, personal training, and a wellness pool for a quick dip.

Children's Facilities and Activities

So Maldives resort runs a kids' club with supervised activities such as cooking classes, board games, and indoor/outdoor play areas. The property has a children's playground, bike rentals, and evening entertainment including live music and movie nights. Babysitting and child-friendly menus are available upon request.

Location and Complimentary Speedboat Transfer

So/ Maldives is located in Emboodhoo Lagoon, a 15-minute speedboat ride from Velana International Airport. The hotel offers a free shared speedboat transfer for bookings of 3 nights or more until 20 December 2026. A short boat ride also connects guests to the Crossroads development with additional dining and shopping options.

  • Private beach: Exclusive access to a white-sand beach with complimentary bicycles
  • Pools: Two outdoor swimming pools, one infinity-edge pool
  • Dining: Three restaurants - Hadaba, Citronelle Club, and Lazuli Beach Club
  • Wellness: Full-service spa with sauna, steam room, and hot tub
  • Kids: Children's playground and supervised kids' club
  • Transfer: Free shared speedboat for stays of 3 nights or more until 20 Dec 2026
  • Location: 10km from Velana International Airport
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 15:00-23:59
until 12:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Breakfast
A full breakfast is served at the price of USD 40.0 per person. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
English, German, Spanish, Italian, Dutch, Portuguese, Swedish, Danish, Chinese, Russian, Arabic, Korean, Thai, Tagalog / Filipino
Building
Number of rooms:80
Price calendar
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Rooms and availability

Pool Beach Villa
  • Max:
    3 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
Pool Villa
  • Max:
    3 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
Ocean Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Parking
24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

Babysitting

Babysitting/Child services

Swimming pool

Infinity pool

Air conditioning
Facilities for kids

Game room

Children's play area

Kids club

Children's buffet

Private beach

Beach access

Private beach

Sun loungers

Beach umbrellas

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • Wind surfing
  • Diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Canoeing
  • Cycling
  • Yoga class
  • Sports trainer
  • Aerobics
  • Fishing

Services

  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Shops/Commercial services
  • Welcome drink
  • Happy hour

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Snack bar
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Picnic area/ Tables
  • Dinner
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Babysitting/Child services
  • Children's buffet
  • Board games
  • Children's play area
  • Kids club
  • Game room

Spa & Leisure

  • Infinity pool
  • Beach access
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Sun loungers
  • Live entertainment
  • Night club
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Sauna
  • Turkish bath
  • Steam room
  • Jacuzzi
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Body scrub
  • Treatment room
  • Body wraps
  • Head massage
  • Full body massage
  • Foot massage
  • Open-air bath
  • Public Bath
  • Make up services

Room view

  • Sea view
  • Garden view

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Mini-bar
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Sitting area
  • Dressing area
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Direct dial telephone
  • AM/FM alarm clock
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Essential information about So Maldives Hotel

💵 Lowest room price 698 £
📏 Distance to centre 1.4 km
✈️ Distance to airport 5.3 km
🧳 Nearest airport Male, MLE

Location

Emboodhoo Lagoon, Emboodhoo Lagoon, Maldives, 20026
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Emboodhoo Lagoon, Emboodhoo Lagoon, Maldives, 20026
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Emboodhoo Lagoon, Emboodhoo Lagoon, Maldives, 20026
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  • Nearby
Vaadhoo
10 m

Reviews of So Maldives Hotel

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FAQ about So Maldives

What is the nearest airport to the 5-star So/ Maldives Hotel?
Male airport lies within 10 km of the 5-star So/ Maldives Hotel and is reachable with a 15-minute drive.
Is airport shuttle provided by the So/ Maldives Hotel?
Bus shuttle which will take you to the So/ Maldives Hotel with a 15-minute drive is among the services offered by the property. Please inform the staff about your estimated arrival time.
Does So/ Maldives Hotel hotel serve breakfast?
Yes, guests can enjoy breakfast, served daily in the restaurant of So/ Maldives Hotel hotel.
What is the timeframe for check-in and check-out in the 5-star So/ Maldives Hotel hotel?
Guests of the 5-star So/ Maldives Hotel hotel can check in from 15:00 to 23:59 and check out from 12:00.
What payment methods are accepted in the hotel?
Payment methods in the hotel include:
  • Visa
  • American Express
  • Mastercard
What room types does the So/ Maldives Hotel hotel comprise?
The So/ Maldives Hotel hotel provides such room types as Lagoon Two-Bedroom Beach Loft, Collection Villa, and Family Beach Capsule.
Which facilities are included in the rooms at So/ Maldives Hotel?
Featuring an adjoining terrace and a balcony, the rooms of So/ Maldives Hotel also come with self-catering options like a mini fridge bar, tea and coffee making equipment.
Does the resort staff speak foreign languages?
Yes, the staff of the resort can speak Danish, Portuguese, Chinese, Italian, and Russian.
Does the So/ Maldives Hotel hotel provide business facilities?
Yes, for business travellers the So/ Maldives Hotel hotel provides a desk and a photocopy machine.
Which facilities does the resort provide?
Top locations of the resort include a luggage room and a restaurant, whereas guests' safety will be ensured with a safe deposit box and 24-hour security.
Does the 5-star So/ Maldives Hotel feature any spa facilities?
At a wellness centre and a spa lounge featured at the 5-star So/ Maldives Hotel guests can receive such spa procedures as beauty therapy, body wraps, and pedicure. Additionally, a Turkish steam bath, a Turkish steam room, and a plunge pool are offered on-site.
Is swimming pool available at the So/ Maldives Hotel hotel?
Yes, the So/ Maldives Hotel hotel features a swimming pool.
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