Eden Roc Cap CanavsHotel Riu Palace Maldivas

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Eden Roc Cap Cana

• Private marina & beach club
• Jack Nicklaus golf course
• Suites with private pools
• Boutique luxury feel

Hotel Riu Palace Maldivas

• 1 pools
• 3 restaurants & bars
• Full-service spa
• Overwater bungalows
• 60 min from MLE

Pros — Eden Roc Cap Cana

• Very strong service and concierge reputation.
• Spacious, high-end accommodations with private-pool and beachfront options.
• Excellent dining and a polished beach club environment.
• Secure, upscale gated Cap Cana setting.

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 — Eden Roc Cap Cana

• Expensive, with recurring guest concern around extra charges.
• Not a nightlife-focused resort.
• Beach waves may limit snorkeling and water sports directly at the hotel beach.

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.