Scores at a Glance
Diamonds Leisure Beach & Golf ResortHotel Riu Palace Maldivas
Overall
8.3
8.9
Beach
9.2
8.9
Food
8.0
8.8
Service
8.2
9.0
Rooms
7.9
8.7
Value
7.9
8.8
Romance
—
8.7
Scores out of 10 — higher is better
Quick Stats
8.3
Overall Score
8.9
5-star
Star Rating
5-star
4.4 (4,173)
Google Rating
4.7 (1,161)
Rates TBD
Price / Night (pp)
From $272
No
Adults Only
No
Yes
Kids' Club
Yes
Near coast
Beachfront
Near coast
Mid-size
Resort Size
Mid-size
90 min
Airport Transfer
60 min
All Scores
9.2
Beach
8.9
8.0
Food
8.8
8.2
Service
9.0
7.9
Rooms
8.7
8.4
Pools
8.4
7.9
Value
8.8
8.0
Family
8.3
—
Romance
8.7
—
Nightlife
7.9
8.6
Adventure
—
Vibes
Yes
Adventure
—
—
Romance
Yes
—
Lively
Yes
Activities
Yes
Spa
Yes
Yes
Golf
—
Yes
Water sports
Yes
Yes
Kids
Yes
—
Nightlife
Yes
Diamonds Leisure Beach & Golf Resort
- 4 pools
- 3 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- 90 min from MBA
Hotel Riu Palace Maldivas
- 1 pools
- 3 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- Overwater bungalows
- 60 min from MLE
Pros — Diamonds Leisure Beach & Golf Resort
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 — Diamonds Leisure Beach & Golf Resort
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.