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Divi Aruba All Inclusive ResortvsHotel Riu Palace Maldivas

Divi Aruba All Inclusive Resort
Divi Aruba All Inclusive Resort
Four-Star·★ 4.4
Hotel Riu Palace Maldivas
Hotel Riu Palace Maldivas
Five-Star·★ 4.7

Scores at a Glance

Divi Aruba All Inclusive ResortHotel Riu Palace Maldivas
Overall
8.8
8.9
Beach
9.2
8.9
Food
8.6
8.8
Service
8.7
9.0
Rooms
8.5
8.7
Luxury
7.9
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Value
8.4
8.8
Romance
8.5
8.7
Scores out of 10 · higher is better

Quick Stats

Divi Aruba All Inclusive ResortMeasureHotel Riu Palace Maldivas
8.8Overall Score8.9 (better)
4-starStar Rating5-star (better)
4.4 (2,875)Google Rating4.7 (1,273) (better)
From $391Price / Night (pp)From $217 (better)
NoAdults OnlyNo
ListedKids' ClubListed
Near coastBeachfrontNear coast
Mid-sizeResort SizeMid-size
(better)10 minAirport Transfer60 min

Divi Aruba All Inclusive Resort

Kids' club & childcare
Kids’ club listed: 4–12. Official amenities list the Sea Turtles Club for ages 4–12; Expedia lists babysitting for a surcharge. Confirm supervision and drop-off rules.
Room service
Unavailable. Room-service inclusion was not verified.
Dining reservations
Restaurant reservation rules are unverified; confirm before booking.
Single accommodation capacity
Largest confirmed capacity: 5 people in one accommodation. Two Bedroom Oceanfront Suite. Adult limit unverified.
See supplier details at Divi Aruba All Inclusive Resort

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

Divi Aruba All Inclusive Resort

Highlights

  • 5 pools
  • 12 places to eat
  • Full-service spa
  • 10 min from AUA

Why choose it

  • Excellent Aruba beach setting.
  • Strong official all-inclusive inclusion list.
  • Access to restaurants, bars and pools across both Divi and Tamarijn.

Keep in mind

  • Some buildings rely on stairs.
  • À la carte dinner reservations are required for several venues.
  • Spa, casino, golf and water excursions cost extra.

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

Divi Aruba All Inclusive ResortMeasureHotel Riu Palace Maldivas
(better)9.2Beach8.9
8.6Food8.8 (better)
8.7Service9.0 (better)
8.5Rooms8.7 (better)
(better)8.6Pools8.4
7.9Luxury–
8.4Value8.8 (better)
(better)8.8Family8.3
8.5Romance8.7 (better)
7.5Nightlife7.9 (better)
7.8Quiet–
8.2Adventure–
8.0Wellness–
8.0Remote work–
6.7Accessibility–

Of the 14 measures we call, Divi Aruba All Inclusive Resort leads on 4 and Hotel Riu Palace Maldivas leads on 10.

Vibes

Divi Aruba All Inclusive ResortMeasureHotel Riu Palace Maldivas
YesLivelyYes
–RomanceYes

Activities

Divi Aruba All Inclusive ResortMeasureHotel Riu Palace Maldivas
YesSpaYes
YesWater sportsYes
YesNightlifeYes
YesKidsYes
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