Azura Benguerra IslandvsHotel Riu Palace Maldivas

Vibes

Activities

Azura Benguerra Island

• 2 restaurants & bars
• Full-service spa
• Butler service
• 40 min from VNX

Hotel Riu Palace Maldivas

• 1 pools
• 3 restaurants & bars
• Full-service spa
• Overwater bungalows
• 60 min from MLE

Pros — Azura Benguerra Island

• Beautiful and uncrowded Bazaruto beach setting.
• Private-pool villas and dedicated butler-host model.
• Strong food and service reputation for a small remote island resort.

Pros — Hotel Riu Palace Maldivas

• Strong guest ratings across TripAdvisor, Expedia, Hotels.com, and Booking.com.
• 24-hour all-inclusive model is straightforward and value-oriented for the Maldives.
• Modern rooms, including overwater suite categories.
• Guests repeatedly praise food, cleanliness, and friendly staff.
• Access to neighboring RIU Atoll adds activity and dining flexibility.

Cons — Azura Benguerra Island

• Remote transfer logistics and a high nightly price.
• Limited nightlife and no walkable town scene.
• Some excursions and premium drinks are not clearly included.

Cons — Hotel Riu Palace Maldivas

• The modern built environment may feel less natural or boutique than older-style Maldives islands.
• Transfer logistics and inclusions need careful verification.
• Some activities are located on or shared with the RIU Atoll side.
• Not ideal for travelers seeking an ultra-secluded, high-design luxury resort.