Scores at a Glance
Grand Mirage Resort & Thalasso BaliHotel Riu Palace Maldivas
Overall
8.3
8.9
Beach
7.9
8.9
Food
8.2
8.8
Service
8.5
9.0
Rooms
8.0
8.7
Value
8.3
8.8
Romance
—
8.7
Scores out of 10 — higher is better
Quick Stats
8.3
Overall Score
8.9
5-star
Star Rating
5-star
4.4 (5,031)
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
20 min
Airport Transfer
60 min
All Scores
7.9
Beach
8.9
8.2
Food
8.8
8.5
Service
9.0
8.0
Rooms
8.7
9.1
Pools
8.4
8.3
Value
8.8
9.2
Family
8.3
—
Romance
8.7
7.8
Nightlife
7.9
6.8
Quiet
—
8.2
Wellness
—
7.0
Remote work
—
Vibes
Yes
Lively
Yes
—
Romance
Yes
Activities
Yes
Spa
Yes
Yes
Water sports
Yes
Yes
Nightlife
Yes
Yes
Kids
Yes
Grand Mirage Resort & Thalasso Bali
- 6 pools
- 7 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- 20 min from DPS
Hotel Riu Palace Maldivas
- 1 pools
- 3 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- Overwater bungalows
- 60 min from MLE
Pros — Grand Mirage Resort & Thalasso Bali
- Official all-inclusive package evidence
- Six-pool waterplay footprint
- Strong family club age coverage
- Walkable shops and services
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 — Grand Mirage Resort & Thalasso Bali
- All-inclusive exclusions need checking
- Busy family atmosphere
- Some dated-room risk
- Exact package terms need manual confirmation
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.