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Calheta Beach - All Inclusive - Savoy SignaturevsHotel Riu Palace Maldivas

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Calheta Beach - All Inclusive - Savoy Signature
Four-Star·4.4
Hotel Riu Palace Maldivas
Hotel Riu Palace Maldivas
Five-Star·4.7

Scores at a Glance

Calheta Beach - All Inclusive - Savoy SignatureHotel Riu Palace Maldivas
Overall
8.2
8.9
Beach
8.5
8.9
Food
8.0
8.8
Service
8.3
9.0
Rooms
7.9
8.7
Value
8.4
8.8
Romance
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8.7
Scores out of 10 · higher is better

Quick Stats

8.2
Overall Score
8.9
4-star
Star Rating
5-star
4.4 (1,711)
Google Rating
4.7 (1,167)
From $134
Price / Night (pp)
From $272
No
Adults Only
No
Yes
Kids' Club
Yes
Near coast
Beachfront
Near coast
Mid-size
Resort Size
Mid-size
45 min
Airport Transfer
60 min

All Scores

8.5
Beach
8.9
8.0
Food
8.8
8.3
Service
9.0
7.9
Rooms
8.7
7.8
Pools
8.4
8.4
Value
8.8
8.1
Family
8.3
Romance
8.7
Nightlife
7.9
7.9
Quiet
8.7
Adventure
8.0
Remote work

Vibes

Yes
Quiet
Romance
Yes
Lively
Yes

Activities

Yes
Spa
Yes
Yes
Water sports
Yes
Yes
Kids
Yes
Nightlife
Yes

Calheta Beach - All Inclusive - Savoy Signature

  • 2 pools
  • 3 restaurants & bars
  • Full-service spa
  • 50 min from FNC

Hotel Riu Palace Maldivas

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

Pros · Calheta Beach - All Inclusive - Savoy Signature

  • Directly on a rare sandy Madeira beach.
  • Good value all-inclusive format.
  • Strong base for west Madeira exploration.
  • Family-friendly and easy for beach days.

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 · Calheta Beach - All Inclusive - Savoy Signature

  • Not a high-luxury resort.
  • Beach area is compact and public.
  • Premium dining is limited by credit rules.
  • Room and pool product is solid rather than exceptional.

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.
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