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Azura Benguerra IslandvsHotel Riu Palace Maldivas

Azura Benguerra Island
Azura Benguerra Island
Five-Star·★ 4.7
Hotel Riu Palace Maldivas
Hotel Riu Palace Maldivas
Five-Star·★ 4.7

Scores at a Glance

Azura Benguerra IslandHotel Riu Palace Maldivas
Overall
9.2
8.9
Beach
9.4
8.9
Food
9.1
8.8
Service
9.3
9.0
Rooms
9.2
8.7
Luxury
9.1
·
Value
·
8.8
Romance
9.6
8.7
Scores out of 10 · higher is better

Quick Stats

Azura Benguerra IslandMeasureHotel Riu Palace Maldivas
(better)9.2Overall Score8.9
5-starStar Rating5-star
4.7 (127)Google Rating4.7 (1,273)
Rates TBDPrice / Night (pp)From $217
NoAdults OnlyNo
UnverifiedKids' ClubListed
Near coastBeachfrontNear coast
Mid-sizeResort SizeMid-size
(better)40 minAirport Transfer60 min

Azura Benguerra Island

Kids' club & childcare
Unverified
Room service
Included. Expedia/Hotels.com all-inclusive details list 24-hour room service.
Dining reservations
Restaurant reservation rules are unverified; confirm before booking.
Single accommodation capacity
Largest confirmed capacity: 10 people in one accommodation. Presidential Villa. Adult limit unverified.
See supplier details at Azura Benguerra Island

Hotel Riu Palace Maldivas

Kids' club & childcare
Kids’ club listed. Confirm supervision and drop-off rules.
Room service
Unverified
Dining reservations
Restaurant reservation rules are unverified; confirm before booking.
Single accommodation capacity
Capacity unverified; confirm the exact category before booking.
See supplier details at Hotel Riu Palace Maldivas

Azura Benguerra Island

Highlights

  • 2 places to eat
  • Full-service spa
  • Butler service
  • 40 min from VNX

Why choose it

  • 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.

Keep in mind

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

Hotel Riu Palace Maldivas

Highlights

  • 1 pool
  • 3 places to eat
  • Full-service spa
  • Overwater bungalows
  • 60 min from MLE

Why choose it

  • 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.

Keep in mind

  • 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.

All Scores

Azura Benguerra IslandMeasureHotel Riu Palace Maldivas
(better)9.4Beach8.9
(better)9.1Food8.8
(better)9.3Service9.0
(better)9.2Rooms8.7
–Pools8.4
9.1Luxury–
–Value8.8
8.2Family8.3 (better)
(better)9.6Romance8.7
–Nightlife7.9
9.4Quiet–
8.9Adventure–
8.7Wellness–

Of the 8 measures we call, Azura Benguerra Island leads on 7 and Hotel Riu Palace Maldivas leads on 1.

Vibes

Azura Benguerra IslandMeasureHotel Riu Palace Maldivas
YesRomanceYes
YesQuiet–
YesAdventure–
–LivelyYes

Activities

Azura Benguerra IslandMeasureHotel Riu Palace Maldivas
YesSpaYes
YesWater sportsYes
YesKidsYes
–NightlifeYes
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