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Cinnamon Hakuraa Huraa Maldives
Cinnamon Hakuraa Huraa Maldives
Five-Star·★ 4.9·Adults Only
Hotel Riu Palace Maldivas
Hotel Riu Palace Maldivas
Five-Star·★ 4.7

Scores at a Glance

Cinnamon Hakuraa Huraa MaldivesHotel Riu Palace Maldivas
Overall
8.6
8.9
Beach
8.9
8.9
Food
8.4
8.8
Service
9.0
9.0
Rooms
8.7
8.7
Value
8.3
8.8
Romance
9.0
8.7
Scores out of 10 · higher is better

Quick Stats

Cinnamon Hakuraa Huraa MaldivesMeasureHotel Riu Palace Maldivas
8.6Overall Score8.9 (better)
5-starStar Rating5-star
(better)4.9 (1,652)Google Rating4.7 (1,294)
(better)From $165Price / Night (pp)From $217
YesAdults OnlyNo
Not applicableKids' ClubListed
Near coastBeachfrontNear coast
Mid-sizeResort SizeMid-size
–Airport Transfer60 min

Cinnamon Hakuraa Huraa Maldives

Kids' club & childcare
Not applicable: adults only
Room service
Available with limits. Expedia all-inclusive terms describe room service during certain hours with a limited menu.
Dining reservations
Restaurant reservation rules are unverified; confirm before booking. Malaafaiy (main island buffet), Manzaru (Platinum Island buffet), King Crab (seafood, a la carte, reservations). Veli Pool Bar (swim-up), Vevu Bar (Platinum Island). Older supplier sheet restricts Manzaru dining to Platinum Beach Bungalow guests and charges for The Crab except eligible Premium weekly access. These historical rules and names are not promoted to current guaranteed terms. A newer official DIRECT offer from 1 November 2026 names one dinner at Coral; confirm venue naming, package eligibility and dates. No duplicate Crab/Coral restaurants added.
Single accommodation capacity
Largest confirmed capacity: 3 people in one accommodation. Beach Bungalow; Water Bungalow. Adult limit unverified.
See supplier details at Cinnamon Hakuraa Huraa Maldives

Hotel Riu Palace Maldivas

Kids' club & childcare
Kids’ club listed: 4–12. RiuLand is on the sister island, Riu Atoll, open to Riu Palace guests. Confirm supervision and drop-off rules.
Room service
Unverified
Dining reservations
Restaurant reservation rules are unverified; confirm before booking. Palm buffet, Krystal fusion, Yu Hi Japanese on Palace island; full access to Riu Atoll venues via footbridge - about 11 outlets across both islands The current Palace directory also lists Sofia and Beef Steak House at the adjoining Atoll complex. Own-island restaurant counts and shared-complex outlets must remain separate; the approximate combined outlet total is not newly certified.
Single accommodation capacity
Capacity unverified; confirm the exact category before booking.
See supplier details at Hotel Riu Palace Maldivas

Cinnamon Hakuraa Huraa Maldives

Highlights

  • Adults-only all-inclusive
  • 4 places to eat
  • Full-service spa
  • Overwater bungalows

Why choose it

  • Adults-only island atmosphere with strong romance and quiet appeal.
  • Beach, water and sunset bungalow categories are clearly described by the official site.
  • All-inclusive and Premium All-Inclusive packages are available.

Keep in mind

  • Transfer and resort-credit inclusions are offer-specific.
  • Some specialty dining and premium-package benefits may not be included in the base all-inclusive plan.
  • Remote-work suitability is moderate rather than excellent because remote-island connectivity can be less predictable.

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

Cinnamon Hakuraa Huraa MaldivesMeasureHotel Riu Palace Maldivas
8.9Beach8.9
8.4Food8.8 (better)
9.0Service9.0
8.7Rooms8.7
–Pools8.4
8.3Value8.8 (better)
–Family8.3
(better)9.0Romance8.7
–Nightlife7.9
9.2Quiet–
8.0Wellness–
7.2Remote work–

Of the 6 measures we call, Cinnamon Hakuraa Huraa Maldives leads on 3 and Hotel Riu Palace Maldivas leads on 3.

Vibes

Cinnamon Hakuraa Huraa MaldivesMeasureHotel Riu Palace Maldivas
YesRomanceYes
YesQuiet–
–LivelyYes

Activities

Cinnamon Hakuraa Huraa MaldivesMeasureHotel Riu Palace Maldivas
YesSpaYes
YesWater sportsYes
–NightlifeYes
–KidsYes
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