Scores at a Glance
Heritage Awali Golf & Spa ResortHotel Riu Palace Maldivas
Overall
8.7
8.9
Beach
8.4
8.9
Food
8.5
8.8
Service
8.7
9.0
Rooms
8.2
8.7
Luxury
8.5
·
Value
8.2
8.8
Romance
·
8.7
Scores out of 10 · higher is better
Quick Stats
8.7
Overall Score
8.9
5-star
Star Rating
5-star
4.6 (2,634)
Google Rating
4.7 (1,167)
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
50 min
Airport Transfer
60 min
All Scores
8.4
Beach
8.9
8.5
Food
8.8
8.7
Service
9.0
8.2
Rooms
8.7
8.4
Pools
8.4
8.5
Luxury
–
8.2
Value
8.8
9.0
Family
8.3
–
Romance
8.7
–
Nightlife
7.9
8.8
Adventure
–
9.0
Wellness
–
Vibes
Yes
Adventure
–
–
Romance
Yes
–
Lively
Yes
Activities
Yes
Spa
Yes
Yes
Golf
–
Yes
Water sports
Yes
Yes
Kids
Yes
–
Nightlife
Yes
Heritage Awali Golf & Spa Resort
- 5 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- 50 min from MRU
Hotel Riu Palace Maldivas
- 1 pools
- 3 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- Overwater bungalows
- 60 min from MLE
Pros · Heritage Awali Golf & Spa Resort
- Official five-star all-inclusive resort.
- Strong kids club hours and family programming.
- Golf, spa and Bel Ombre estate access.
- Large review base and strong service sentiment.
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 · Heritage Awali Golf & Spa Resort
- Package rules can be confusing.
- Some premium dining and golf benefits vary by plan.
- South-coast beach conditions can be more variable than sheltered lagoons.
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.