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Club Hotel Dolphin
Club Hotel Dolphin
Five-Star·★ 4.7
Hotel Riu Palace Maldivas
Hotel Riu Palace Maldivas
Five-Star·★ 4.7

Scores at a Glance

Club Hotel DolphinHotel Riu Palace Maldivas
Overall
8.1
8.9
Beach
7.4
8.9
Food
8.0
8.8
Service
8.6
9.0
Rooms
7.6
8.7
Value
7.9
8.8
Romance
7.6
8.7
Scores out of 10 · higher is better

Quick Stats

Club Hotel DolphinMeasureHotel Riu Palace Maldivas
8.1Overall Score8.9 (better)
5-starStar Rating5-star
4.7 (9,833)Google Rating4.7 (1,273)
(better)From $39Price / Night (pp)From $217
NoAdults OnlyNo
ListedKids' ClubListed
Near coastBeachfrontNear coast
Mid-sizeResort SizeMid-size
(better)35 minAirport Transfer60 min

Club Hotel Dolphin

Kids' club & childcare
Kids’ club listed. Official facilities list Kids Club and playground-style family facilities; Expedia lists supervised childcare for a surcharge. Exact kids club age range was not verified. Confirm supervision and drop-off rules.
Room service
Costs extra. Expedia lists 24-hour room service, but it is not evidenced as included in the all-inclusive plan.
Dining reservations
Restaurant reservation rules are unverified; confirm before booking.
Single accommodation capacity
Largest confirmed capacity: 3 people in one accommodation. Superior Room; Superior Family Room; Superior Room - Sea View. Adult limit unverified.
See supplier details at Club Hotel Dolphin

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

Club Hotel Dolphin

Highlights

  • 3 pools
  • 2 places to eat
  • Full-service spa
  • 35 min from CMB

Why choose it

  • Verified all-inclusive availability
  • Large pool setup with children's pool
  • Strong family-friendly amenities
  • Friendly staff feedback is recurring
  • Convenient for Bandaranaike International Airport

Keep in mind

  • All-inclusive is rate-plan dependent
  • A la carte dining may cost extra
  • Some room refurbishment and air-conditioning complaints
  • Large active-resort feel can be noisy

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

Club Hotel DolphinMeasureHotel Riu Palace Maldivas
7.4Beach8.9 (better)
8.0Food8.8 (better)
8.6Service9.0 (better)
7.6Rooms8.7 (better)
(better)8.7Pools8.4
7.9Value8.8 (better)
8.2Family8.3 (better)
7.6Romance8.7 (better)
7.8Nightlife7.9 (better)
6.4Quiet–
7.8Adventure–
7.6Wellness–
7.5Remote work–

Of the 12 measures we call, Club Hotel Dolphin leads on 3 and Hotel Riu Palace Maldivas leads on 9.

Vibes

Club Hotel DolphinMeasureHotel Riu Palace Maldivas
YesRomanceYes
YesLivelyYes
YesAdventure–

Activities

Club Hotel DolphinMeasureHotel Riu Palace Maldivas
YesSpaYes
YesWater sportsYes
YesNightlifeYes
YesKidsYes
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