Scores at a Glance
Dreams Las Mareas Costa RicaThe Residence Maldives at Falhumaafushi
Overall
8.3
8.8
Beach
8.3
9.1
Food
7.8
8.5
Service
8.2
8.9
Rooms
8.7
9.0
Luxury
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8.8
Value
7.8
7.8
Romance
8.2
9.1
Scores out of 10 — higher is better
Quick Stats
8.3
Overall Score
8.8
5-star
Star Rating
5-star
4.4 (4,289)
Google Rating
4.7 (613)
Rates TBD
Price / Night (pp)
Rates TBD
No
Adults Only
No
Yes
Kids' Club
Yes
Near coast
Beachfront
Near coast
Mid-size
Resort Size
Mid-size
90 min
Airport Transfer
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All Scores
8.3
Beach
9.1
7.8
Food
8.5
8.2
Service
8.9
8.7
Rooms
9.0
9.0
Pools
8.4
—
Luxury
8.8
7.8
Value
7.8
9.1
Family
—
8.2
Romance
9.1
—
Quiet
9.0
—
Wellness
8.4
8.0
Remote work
7.8
Vibes
Yes
Romance
Yes
—
Quiet
Yes
Activities
Yes
Spa
Yes
Yes
Water sports
Yes
Yes
Kids
Yes
Dreams Las Mareas Costa Rica
- 3 pools
- 8 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- Swim-up suites
- 90 min from LIR
The Residence Maldives at Falhumaafushi
- 3 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- Overwater bungalows
Pros — Dreams Las Mareas Costa Rica
- Excellent family amenities with kids and teens programming.
- Large suites with hot tubs on balconies or terraces.
- Strong pool complex and swim-up options.
- Scenic beach and jungle setting with wildlife sightings.
- Good fit for destination weddings and multi-generation trips.
Pros — The Residence Maldives at Falhumaafushi
- Remote private-island setting with strong villa privacy.
- Overwater, beach, and private-pool room inventory.
- Strong fit for couples and quiet luxury travelers.
Cons — Dreams Las Mareas Costa Rica
- Remote location increases transfer time and limits off-property spontaneity.
- Food receives mixed reviews.
- Some guests report service or maintenance inconsistency.
- A full week can feel repetitive without excursions.
Cons — The Residence Maldives at Falhumaafushi
- Transfers can add cost and time.
- All-inclusive terms are package-specific and should be checked at booking.
- Families have some support, but the strongest fit is couples and honeymooners.