Scores at a Glance
Grand Oasis CancúnHotel Riu Palace Maldivas
Overall
6.7
8.9
Beach
8.4
8.9
Food
5.6
8.8
Service
5.8
9.0
Rooms
5.9
8.7
Value
6.8
8.8
Romance
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8.7
Scores out of 10 — higher is better
Quick Stats
6.7
Overall Score
8.9
4-star
Star Rating
5-star
3.6 (23,911)
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
8.4
Beach
8.9
5.6
Food
8.8
5.8
Service
9.0
5.9
Rooms
8.7
7.0
Pools
8.4
6.8
Value
8.8
7.6
Family
8.3
—
Romance
8.7
8.8
Nightlife
7.9
Vibes
Yes
Lively
Yes
—
Romance
Yes
Activities
Yes
Spa
Yes
Yes
Water sports
Yes
Yes
Nightlife
Yes
Yes
Kids
Yes
Grand Oasis Cancún
- 13 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- Gated, 24-hour security
- 20 min from CUN
Hotel Riu Palace Maldivas
- 1 pools
- 3 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- Overwater bungalows
- 60 min from MLE
Pros — Grand Oasis Cancún
- Hotel Zone beachfront
- Large entertainment and nightlife program
- Many restaurants and bars
- Kids club and family facilities
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 Oasis Cancún
- Poor food and service consensus
- Room-condition complaints
- Long lines
- Premium-area and liquor restrictions frustrate guests
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.