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Conrad vs RIU

Conrad and RIU, side by side: every number below comes straight from our catalog — real guest ratings, our category scores, and the honest included-vs-extra research behind each resort.

Conrad ranking · RIU ranking · How we score

By the numbers

ConradRIU
Resorts in our catalog15
Average guest rating★ 4.6★ 4.4
Guest reviews analyzed1,06822,402
Nightly rates$800+Under $300–$500/night
Adults-only resortsNone — all-ages1 of 5
Five-star resorts1 of 15 of 5
WhereFrench PolynesiaAruba, Costa Rica, Maldives
Overall score9.4/108.2/10
Beach score9.5/108.7/10
Food score8.9/107.8/10
Service score9.3/108.2/10
Rooms score9.5/107.9/10
Pools score9.1/108.4/10
Value score7.8/107.9/10
Romance score9.7/108.2/10
Family score8.4/108.2/10
Nightlife score6.8/108.1/10
Wellness score9.2/107.7/10

Chain averages across the resorts in our catalog — individual properties vary, so tap into each ranking before you book.

The properties to shortlist

Want it property-level? Put Conrad Bora Bora Nui and Hotel Riu Palace Maldivas head-to-head — or open any two resorts in our resort comparator.

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