Brand New Resort Alert: Introducing SO/ Maldives

The Accor-owned SO/ Hotels brand is set to bring its fashion-led flair to the Maldives for the first time ever this November.

Written by Rebecca Ellwood

Last updated September 11, 2026

1 min read

The Maldives is about to get a whole lot more glamorous with the grand opening of SO/ Maldives. Synonymous with art and fashion, the SO/ brand has previously collaborated with the likes of designers Guillaume Henry, Christian Lacroix and Viktor&Rolf on interiors, uniforms, amenities and experiences for its global hotels.

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Malé, Maldives

SO/ Maldives

Maldives Bespoke Ultra-Chic Private Pool Beach & Overwater Villas

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US$687total

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Adrian H.AU · 4 escapes · 1 review

The stay at So was better than expected. Room was great, staff were awesome and food was exceptional

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Sandra p.AU · 3 escapes · 1 review

SO/Maldives exceeded all expectations, the jaw dropping photos are more stunning in reality. The team members went above and beyond to ensure our stay was flawless, highly recommend this resort.

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SERGEY S.AU · 2 escapes · 1 review

SO/ Maldives is exceptional. Room, ocean, food and service. Our special thaks to Maria.

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George G.AU · 6 escapes · 2 reviews

Our over water, ocean villa was spectacular. The staff, facilities and location were all 5 star.

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Flossy P.AU · 15 escapes · 7 reviews

We recently spent a week in a Beachfront Pool Villa at SO/Maldives, and we absolutely loved it! From the moment we were met at Male Airport, to the ease of the speedboat transfer, to the smiling welcoming committee, to meeting our brilliant Butler Limar, we couldn't have been more impressed. We loved the location of our Villa, which was totally private surrounded by lush gardens with direct access to the beach and blue water, and spotlessly clean and modern. Easy walk or cycle to the resort facilities & restaurants. The food & beverages on offer are fantastic, the Spa is so serene, the facilities are great and the staff are all friendly & professional. This is a super stylish modern resort. We loved our stay. Thank you! Terry & Flossy

SO/ Maldives pool villa, one of the most luxurious villas in the Maldives - Luxury Escapes. — Fashion forward: pool villas at SO/ Maldives are seriously stylish.

True to form, this new resort turns traditional Maldivian design on its head, with a colourful Beach Club, a neon-lit runway suspended over the water and a wellness village with a hammam. 80 beachfront and overwater villas each feature a private pool, with the pinnacle the Three-Bedroom Ocean Water Pool Atelier: a modernist two-storey villa with wraparound decks and an infinity pool.

Lazuli Beach Club, SO/ Maldives, one of the best new beach clubs in the Maldives - Luxury Escapes. — An artist’s impression of the colourful Lazuli Beach Club.

The resort sits within CROSSROADS Maldives, a pioneering lifestyle and leisure complex a 15-minute speedboat ride from Malé International Airport. First bookings will be available from November 2023.

Feature image: SO/ Maldives