Scores at a Glance
Furaveri MaldivesHotel Riu Palace Maldivas
Overall
8.6
8.9
Beach
9.0
8.9
Food
7.8
8.8
Service
8.8
9.0
Rooms
8.6
8.7
Value
7.8
8.8
Romance
8.7
8.7
Scores out of 10 — higher is better
Quick Stats
8.6
Overall Score
8.9
5-star
Star Rating
5-star
4.6 (1,031)
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
45 min
Airport Transfer
60 min
All Scores
9.0
Beach
8.9
7.8
Food
8.8
8.8
Service
9.0
8.6
Rooms
8.7
—
Pools
8.4
7.8
Value
8.8
8.0
Family
8.3
8.7
Romance
8.7
—
Nightlife
7.9
7.7
Quiet
—
8.4
Adventure
—
8.2
Wellness
—
Vibes
Yes
Romance
Yes
Yes
Quiet
—
Yes
Adventure
—
—
Lively
Yes
Activities
Yes
Spa
Yes
Yes
Water sports
Yes
Yes
Kids
Yes
—
Nightlife
Yes
Furaveri Maldives
- 7 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- Overwater bungalows
- 45 min from MLE
Hotel Riu Palace Maldivas
- 1 pools
- 3 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- Overwater bungalows
- 60 min from MLE
Pros — Furaveri Maldives
- Strong natural-island feel
- Large villa mix including beach, overwater, and private-pool options
- Good beach and snorkeling evidence
- Premium All-Inclusive includes meaningful activity extras
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 — Furaveri Maldives
- All-inclusive is optional, not automatic
- Some dining is restricted by credits or exclusions
- Not the safest pick for travelers seeking a guaranteed ultra-quiet honeymoon atmosphere
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.