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Dream of Zanzibar Resort & SpavsHotel Riu Palace Maldivas

Dream of Zanzibar Resort & Spa
Dream of Zanzibar Resort & Spa
Five-Star·★ 4.9
Hotel Riu Palace Maldivas
Hotel Riu Palace Maldivas
Five-Star·★ 4.7

Scores at a Glance

Dream of Zanzibar Resort & SpaHotel Riu Palace Maldivas
Overall
8.6
8.9
Beach
8.3
8.9
Food
8.0
8.8
Service
8.8
9.0
Rooms
8.8
8.7
Luxury
8.6
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Value
8.1
8.8
Romance
8.5
8.7
Scores out of 10 · higher is better

Quick Stats

Dream of Zanzibar Resort & SpaMeasureHotel Riu Palace Maldivas
8.6Overall Score8.9 (better)
5-starStar Rating5-star
(better)4.9 (924)Google Rating4.7 (1,294)
(better)From $141Price / Night (pp)From $217
NoAdults OnlyNo
UnverifiedKids' ClubListed
Near coastBeachfrontNear coast
Mid-sizeResort SizeMid-size
(better)45 minAirport Transfer60 min

Dream of Zanzibar Resort & Spa

Kids' club & childcare
Unverified
Room service
Available with limits. Official fact sheet lists 24-hour room service, but detailed inclusion terms are not itemized.
Dining reservations
Restaurant reservation rules are unverified; confirm before booking. Blue Waves: Confirmed by the supplier’s August 2024 sheet. Premium All-Inclusive covers meals and selected drinks, but exact premium brands, supplements and booking rules are not itemized. Seascape: Confirmed by the supplier’s August 2024 sheet. Premium All-Inclusive covers meals and selected drinks, but exact premium brands, supplements and booking rules are not itemized. Official fact sheet lists Blue Waves restaurant and Seascape bar; booking source describes African and international cuisine with multiple dietary options.
Single accommodation capacity
Largest confirmed capacity: 6 people in one accommodation. Deluxe Ocean Suite; Penthouse Ocean Suite; Grand Ocean Suite. Adult limit unverified.
See supplier details at Dream of Zanzibar Resort & Spa

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. 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

Dream of Zanzibar Resort & Spa

Highlights

  • Full-service spa
  • 45 min from ZNZ

Why choose it

  • Premium all-inclusive plan with meals, drinks, cocktails, and appetizers included.
  • Small boutique scale with spacious suites.
  • Direct Uroa beachfront setting on Zanzibar's east coast.
  • Strong spa, gym, hammam, sauna, and wellness facilities for a compact resort.

Keep in mind

  • Only one primary restaurant is verified.
  • Beach swimming is tide-dependent.
  • Excursions, taxis, and safari trips are not evidenced as included.
  • Limited review volume compared with major Caribbean all-inclusive resorts.

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

Dream of Zanzibar Resort & SpaMeasureHotel Riu Palace Maldivas
8.3Beach8.9 (better)
8.0Food8.8 (better)
8.8Service9.0 (better)
(better)8.8Rooms8.7
8.2Pools8.4 (better)
8.6Luxury–
8.1Value8.8 (better)
8.0Family8.3 (better)
8.5Romance8.7 (better)
–Nightlife7.9
8.7Quiet–
8.4Wellness–
8.0Remote work–

Of the 12 measures we call, Dream of Zanzibar Resort & Spa leads on 4 and Hotel Riu Palace Maldivas leads on 8.

Vibes

Dream of Zanzibar Resort & SpaMeasureHotel Riu Palace Maldivas
YesQuiet–
–RomanceYes
–LivelyYes

Activities

Dream of Zanzibar Resort & SpaMeasureHotel Riu Palace Maldivas
YesSpaYes
YesWater sportsYes
YesKidsYes
–NightlifeYes
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