Save 25%% off the luxurious So/Maldives this May!

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Book by:

30 APR 25

Travel dates:

07 MAY 25 - 18 MAY 25

Price is per person based:

2 adults

0 children

Regional Departure Supplements:

Manchester Airport (MAN) - +£190pp

Belfast International Airport (BFS) - +£270pp

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - +£364pp

Birmingham International Airport (BHX) - +£394pp

Offer ID:

27954

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.

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 sophisticated playful beach club, and a serene spa all set in a private lagoon enclave, it’s time to escape, explore, and play. Inspired by the glamour of the fashion world, SO/ Maldives is a lesson in inclusive luxury, perfectly suited to everyone from young families and couples to groups of friends seeking sartorial experiences in this covetable pocket of seclusion.

Epitomizing modern luxury with signature artistic flair, SO/Maldives has curated a stylish collection of 80 beachfront and over-water villas designed for open-plan living with panoramic ocean views. Each has a private pool and deck, whichever villa you choose the idyllic water is just steps away.

Your own private ocean sanctuary, the Ocean Water Pool Villas offers uninterrupted sea views and elegant open-plan living.

Couples OFFER!!! Ocean Water Pool Villa
Includes a 25%% saving off the hotel rate
Complimentary upgrade to half-board dine-around
Reduced price speedboat transfers included
Brand new stylish hotel
Assigned Guest Experience Host (Butler Service)
Regional departures from London, Manchester, Birmingham, Belfast and Edinburgh.

Couple's Island Couture! Brand new stylish Maldives resort!

The price is based on 2 adults sharing an Ocean Water Pool Villa on a half-board dine-around basis at the SO/ Maldives Resort. Flights are with Etihad Airlines via Abu Dhabi and depart London Heathrow on 7th May 2025 for 10 nights (plus one night on the outbound flight). The price includes a saving of 25%% off the hotel rate and a free upgrade from bed & breakfast to half-board dine-around and reduced-priced speedboat transfers! Each villa is assigned a Guest Experience Host (Butler Service).

Manchester from £4995pp and Edinburgh from £5169pp with British Airways (via Doha). Birmingham from £5199pp (with Emirates via Dubai) and Belfast from £5075pp (with British Airways via London and Doha).

Offer code: 1313261

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Time to escape? Beach dwellers, city hoppers and adventure seekers, where will you travel to next? Book a flight with Etihad Airways for more choice, more value and even better journeys.

From thier home in Abu Dhabi, Etihad Airways fly to over 400 destinations in the Middle East, Africa, Europe, Asia, Australia and North America. Together with codeshare partners, their network offers access to hundreds of international destinations in just one booking.

Fly Economy, Business, First or even The Residence on A380. Enjoy more choice as standard in Economy, upgrade to Business for a fully-flat bed or fly in your own private suite in First. On A380, stay in your own three-room apartment in The Residence.

It’s time for an experience as individual as you are. Before your flight, take time for yourself in one of our lounges then fast-track to your seat with priority boarding. When it’s time to rest on board, recline your chair to a fully-flat bed. Hungry? Dine any time you choose.

Anything but business as usual!

On A380 and B787 aircraft, get ready to sleep on fully-flat beds or relax with friends in The Lobby. With space that you can customise for every stage of your journey, you may not want to leave.

Business Class Seat

Your seat has an adjustable headrest, back support and cushion firmness functions: the height of comfort and space. If you’re flying long haul on one of our widebody aircraft, your seat reclines into a fully-flat bed. On shorter flights, your seat has a generous recline and lots of legroom, so you can switch off, sleep and arrive refreshed.

The Etihad A380

If you fly Business on our A380, you'll sit on the upper deck, where you'll also find The Lobby – a unique area to socialise and enjoy a drink with friends. At your seat, you’ll find space to hang up your jacket, stretch out on your seat or recline it into a fully-flat bed. You'll have direct aisle access, and an adjustable seat divider for more privacy. The Etihad A380 currently flies to New York, Paris, London, Sydney and Seoul.
Join friends for a drink, or catch a live sports game in The Lobby on the upper deck of the A380.

Business Class Dining

Whether it’s a 3-course meal or breakfast before you land, choose from à la carte menu offering a choice of Emirati and destination-inspired cuisine, healthy options, light bites and even mocktails. They even have an all-day dining menu with famous steak sandwich and sweet treats to keep you going. Food and Beverage Manager will always be happy to advise you, as well as invite you to taste their wine recommendations.

Business Class Entertainment

Inflight entertainment

Browse hundreds of movies, TV shows, live sports and more, and tune in with your noise-cancelling headset.
- Over 180 movies
- 350 TV shows
- Latest box sets
- Live sports and news
- On-demand music
-14 radio channels
- Interactive games See what’s on board

Onboard Wi-Fi
Keep up with work and the world with onboard Wi-Fi. You can buy a voucher from cabin crew or connect via or our onboard network.

Business Class Amenity Kit

Complimentary ACQUA DI PARMA amenity kits – available on long-haul flights – contain an eye mask, ear plugs, luxurious socks and a signature fresh fragrance. They can also provide a shaving kit and comb. Just ask.

Business Class Extra Touches

Etihad Chauffeur

They know that the little things can make a big difference. When you travel from the UAE, your journey starts with a chauffeur-driven Mercedes-Benz. A porter will then welcome you from your car, and assist you with your bags to dedicated Business Check-in.

Relax in the lounge
Each lounge is a unique place where you can enjoy exquisite international cuisine or simply relax with your choice of drink from the bar. Perhaps pamper yourself in our Six Senses Spa, chill out in the relaxation room or the family room, and even enjoy a refreshing shower.

Welcome on board
They know you want to work when you want, sleep when you need to and dine whenever you’re ready. Welcome you on board with your choice of beverage – from a flute of champagne to a fresh juice.

Arrivals lounge
Business guests are welcome to use our Arrivals lounge in Abu Dhabi, so you’ll be perfectly prepped for the boardroom or the beach.

Choose your favourite seat then get comfortable with full-size blankets and plenty of space. Switch on with hours of on-demand entertainment or switch off and enjoy complimentary food and drinks on every flight. Surf or stream with mobile connectivity or stay up to date with live TV and news.

Economy seat

More comfort as as standard
Pick your favourite spot on board before you fly. Get cosy with full-sized blankets and pillows, reclining seats and even more personal space. Stretch out with extra legroom in Economy Space or keep an entire row to yourself with Economy Neighbour-Free.

Economy Smart Seats on long-haul flights have a unique headrest, adjustable back support and generous legroom. On short-haul flights, new seats have been cleverly designed around your digital devices, with USB charging points and adjustable device holders.

Economy Class Dining

Food and Drinks on-board
Meals and drinks with compliments. Feeling hungry? Choose from full-of-flavour dishes, your favourite drink and indulgent desert – all inspired by the destinations they fly to. Included in every Economy fare.
They use fresh, healthy ingredients to create main meals and snacks on board. You’ll always have a choice of dishes, including one vegetarian, or you can request a special meal.

Children's meals
Children often prefer simpler food. From fishfingers to pasta, they've created special child friendly meals for you to pre-order, including a tasty treat to keep little tummies happy.

Economy Extra Touches

Free movies onboard
What will you watch first? Hundreds of hours of on-demand movies, boxsets, music and even live TV on E-BOX and E-BOX Stream.

Choose Extras
Choose from a range of services to make your journey even smoother – long before you even leave home. Take extra baggage, arrange a wheelchair or book one of lounges.

Seats
Reserve the aisle seat, stretch out with extra legroom in Economy Space or bid to keep up to three neighbouring seats free throughout your flight.

Upgrade
Rest in a fully-flat bed in Business or freshen up with a shower in First. Upgrade to take your trip to new heights – the sky’s the limit.

Buy on board
In addition to your complimentary meal, you can buy treats, drinks and snacks on board. You can also shop Duty Free products from your seat.

Airport lounge
Delicious food, premium drinks and dedicated relaxation areas: the best trips always start in an Etihad lounge.

Special assistance
Flying with a medical condition or do you have a disability? Whatever support you need while you fly, we're here to help.

Earn while you fly
Turn miles into rewards every time you fly with us or one of our partner airlines. You can even earn and redeem miles from over 100 worldwide partners on the ground.

A time and place to call your own. Step into your private suite, unwind with a drink in your leather armchair or let staff prepare your bed whilst you take a shower on board our A380. Choose when and how you'd like to dine with an extensive a la carte menu, boutique wine list and Inflight Chef.

The Residnece on A380

On board A380, step into a luxury three-room apartment in the sky. Designed for up to two guests, The Residence features an ensuite shower room, private bedroom and separate living area. Your VIP Travel Concierge and dedicated team will take care of everything for you, from your chauffeur-driven limousine to your own private airport lounge.

Luxury three-room apartment in the sky. Fly in The Residence to or from Abu Dhabi, London, New York, Sydney, Paris and Seoul.

First Class Seat

If you're flying on the A380, you have a separate bed to snuggle into. And when you wake, you can take a shower and prepare for your day - or night - ahead. On B787, crew will recline your chair into a fully-flat bed and make sure you have everything you need for a good night's sleep.

First Class Extra Touches

When you fly First, Etihad Chauffeur will drive you in luxury to the airport. After Priority Check-in, relax and dine in style in First Lounge & Spa. On board, sink into your seat, help yourself to a drink from your chilled refreshments cabinet and choose how to spend your time.

Let your journey begin
In Abu Dhabi Airport, they'll welcome you to exclusive Etihad First Lounge & Spa. With fresh food and fine wines, the First lounge & Spa is a peaceful place to relax before your flight. Pamper yourself with a soothing spa treatment, or treat yourself to a cocktail. Let off some steam in the Fitness Room, and when it's time to face the outside world again, they'll press your clothes while you take a shower and freshen up.

A lounge like no other
If you're flying with Etihad Airways in The Residence or in First, or if you are an Etihad Guest Platinum member, First Lounge & Spa access is complimentary. If you're flying in Business or Economy, you can choose from 2, 4 and 6 hour upgrade packages to access the lounge, subject to availability.

Treat yourself to the luxury of a little extra space in the VIP room. Unwind in a private lounge area, with space for up to four friends or family, and let dedicated host serve you refreshments. Access is on a first come, first served basis for guests of the First Lounge & Spa, for an additional cost.

First Class Dining

How would you like to dine?
Inflight Chef will prepare your meal exactly to your liking, with fresh ingredients and personal recommendations to suit your taste.

The perfect wine pairing
If you're finding it hard to select from boutique wine list, they're happy to help you choose a pairing option for each course of your meal. Wine list has been carefully curated with your menu in mind. And signature Cognac service is the perfect end to your exclusive dining experience.

First Class Lobby on A380

Feel like stretching your legs? The Lobby is the perfect space for our A380 Upper Deck guests to relax, socialise or even catch up on some live sport on the widescreen TV. And if we can't tempt you with snacks and drinks, you can even stay connected, plug into a power port and get some work done.

Your journey begins long before you fasten your seatbelt, so why not start your trip in style at one of Etihad's airport lounges?

Etihad Airways lounges in Abu Dhabi

Delicious food, premium beverages and the opportunity to treat yourself to a relaxing spa treatment – you might just need some more time at the airport when you fly to or from Abu Dhabi International Airport.

Use lounges for free if you’re an Etihad Guest Gold member or flying in Business or First with us. You can also pay to access some of our airport lounges, whichever cabin you’re flying in.

Worldwide lounges

Introducing The House - The home of Etihad Airways and other leading airlines, newest lounge in London, Sydney and Melbourne for First and Business guests.
Eithad Airways have partnered with No1 Lounges to offer a contemporary and stylish twist on pre-flight hospitality. Choose from a unique white-linen dining experience or a self-service buffet, and an extensive bar service.

The Residence

ACQUA DI PARMA Amenity Kit

First Class Apartment - Airbus A380

Business Studio

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First Class Suite

Airport Name	Airport Location	Adult Price	Child Price
Manchester Airport	Manchester,United Kingdom	+£ 190.00	+£ 0.00
Belfast International Airport	Belfast,United Kingdom	+£ 270.00	+£ 0.00
Edinburgh Airport	Edinburgh,United Kingdom	+£ 364.00	+£ 0.00
Birmingham International Airport	Birmingham,United Kingdom	+£ 394.00	+£ 0.00

Hotel Information

SO/ Maldives (Maldives)

Maldives, Maldives

Room Type Ocean Water Pool Villa Collection

(350)

10 Nights

Half Board Dine-Around

10 Nights

Half Board Dine-Around

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Your private island in The Maldives where "Castaway meets Runway"

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.

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 sophisticated playful beach club and serene spa all set in a private lagoon enclave, it’s time to escape, explore and play. Inspired by the glamour of fashion world, SO/ Maldives is a lesson in inclusive luxury, perfectly suited to everyone from young families and couples to groups of friends seeking sartorial experiences in this covetable pocket of seclusion.

Other Facilities

Beach
Outdoor Pool
Baby Sitting
Room Service
Hotel Bar
Laundry Service
Gym
WiFi
Restaurant
Spa
Reception Desk

The Nest kids space is fully equipped with toys, games, and activities, while teens have their own dedicated space, The Zone, complete with game room and outdoor deck. While those looking for a natural element can head to Watersports located on the beach.

Epitomizing modern luxury with signature artistic flair, SO/Maldives has curated a stylish collection of 80 beachfront and overwater villas designed for open plan living with panoramic ocean views. Each with a private pool and deck, whichever villa you choose the idyllic water is just steps away.

Lagoon Water Pool Villa Collection

Suspended over water in the turquoise waters of our lagoon, you are a short swim to the reef that is perfect for snorkelling. Here the water is your garden, accessible from your striped-design infinity pool and private deck. Inside the glass façade, a freestanding cocoon tub will be the highlight of your laidback luxury – relaxed and elegant with neutral tones punctuated with artisanal pops of colour.

Ocean Water Pool Villa Collection

Your own private ocean sanctuary, our OCEAN WATER POOL VILLA COLLECTION offer uninterrupted sea views and elegant open-plan living. Step directly into the turquoise waters from your striped-design private pool or enjoy the tranquility from your soothing light-flooded space featuring freestanding cocoon tub, wraparound windows and nature-inspired palette with colourful design touches.

Two Bedroom Ocean Water Pool Atelier

Set over two spacious levels, escape to your luxury residence in paradise with private pool, wraparound decks and endless ocean views. With an indoor-outdoor feel, this relaxed yet elegant space features a spacious master bedroom on the first floor along with separate living and dining space with plush furnishings, sculptural detailing and artisanal touches. With expansive terraces on both floors, step directly into the turquoise waters from the sleek glass villa or perhaps you’d prefer to enjoy the view from the sanctuary of your statement bathroom with freestanding cocoon tub.

Three Bedroom Ocean Water Pool Atelier

Your ultimate ocean escape, our vast two-storey Water Atelier is designed for maximum luxury and privacy with three bedrooms and spacious living and dining area with wraparound deck on both floors. With an indoor-outdoor feel, this modernist villa features the statement-making master bedroom and panoramic deck. On the first floor, there are two further bedrooms along with the stylish living and dining space to relax or entertain. Plush, elegant décor in neutral tones gives way to endless blue from all directions with artisanal design touches to elevate the space. Step from the giant curved tub onto your private deck, swim in the turquoise waters from your private pool or simply contemplate that endless blue landscape.

Lagoon Beach Pool Villa Collection

On the pristine white sands of the lagoon, you are steps away from the turquoise reef that is perfect for snorkelling. You may prefer to chill in the lush private garden next to the striped pool and contemplate the blue landscape. Inside the glass façade, it’s all about laidback luxury – think curved lines, a soothing open-plan space with plush, elegant décor and a neutral palette punctuated with artisanal pops of colour.

Ocean Beach Pool Villa Collection

With lush tropical foliage and a private terrace on the white sandy beach, you are moments from the ocean. You may prefer to chill in your striped-design private pool and take in the idyllic view of the ocean and beyond. Inside the glass façade, it’s all about laidback luxury - think curved lines, a calming open-plan space with a natural palette punctuated with artisanal pops of colour.

Family Beach Pool Villa with Capsule

Castaway in this dream Family Villa for the ultimate private escape imbued with relaxed luxury. Secluded in a lush tropical beach enclave, this modern organic-style villa has everything a family needs to escape – space to play, relax and entertain in an elegantly-styled bedroom with an attached hip bunk capsule for the kids to add to the sense of adventure. Indulge in a private pool, tropical garden and access to your own private beach. It’s also just a few steps away from The Nest and The Zone.

Two Bedroom Lagoon Beach Pool Loft

Set over two stylish levels, castaway in this spacious Two-Bedroom Lagoon Beach Pool Loft to step directly onto the white Maldivian sands of the turquoise lagoon with coral reef. Enjoy indoor-outdoor living with your own private pool, lush tropical terrace and views to the lagoon and beyond. The vibe is laidback luxury – plush, elegant and relaxed with a separate living and dining space to host, cocoon tub-with-a-view and sculptural design touches.

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sz9888

Huge disappointment – definitely not worth 5 stars.

If you’re visiting the Maldives for the first time, this is not the place to stay. The hotel is way too close to the airport, so instead of the dreamy, secluded island vibe, you get a view of the...

Couples

Meghan J

Dream vacation

Everything was as pictured on Instagram. Wonderful hospitality, food, drink, spa, music, pool and amenities. The ocean villas are amazing. We enjoyed the relaxing vibes and not being at an over...

Solo travel

Abkal

Paradise

I have truly enjoyed my stay at this resort and had an amazing time. The services have been outstanding, and the staff has been exceptionally warm, professional, and attentive. Their dedication to...

The stunning 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.

SO/ Maldives (Maldives)

Nicola Clark

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