Bay Gardens Beach Resort & SpavsHotel Riu Palace Maldivas

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Bay Gardens Beach Resort & Spa

• 2 restaurants & bars
• Full-service spa
• 75 min from UVF

Hotel Riu Palace Maldivas

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

Pros — Bay Gardens Beach Resort & Spa

• Direct Reduit Beach location
• Walkable Rodney Bay setting
• Optional all-inclusive rates
• Splash Island Water Park access

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 — Bay Gardens Beach Resort & Spa

• Not a secluded resort experience
• Some room and facility feedback is dated
• Food and service sentiment is more mixed than beach sentiment

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.