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Hotel Benalma Costa del SolvsHotel Riu Palace Maldivas

Hotel Benalma Costa del Sol
Hotel Benalma Costa del Sol
Four-Star·★ 4.5
Hotel Riu Palace Maldivas
Hotel Riu Palace Maldivas
Five-Star·★ 4.7

Scores at a Glance

Hotel Benalma Costa del SolHotel Riu Palace Maldivas
Overall
8.0
8.9
Beach
8.0
8.9
Food
7.6
8.8
Service
8.0
9.0
Rooms
7.7
8.7
Value
7.8
8.8
Romance
·
8.7
Scores out of 10 · higher is better

Quick Stats

Hotel Benalma Costa del SolMeasureHotel Riu Palace Maldivas
8.0Overall Score8.9 (better)
4-starStar Rating5-star (better)
4.5 (3,732)Google Rating4.7 (1,273) (better)
(better)From $99Price / Night (pp)From $217
NoAdults OnlyNo
ListedKids' ClubListed
Near coastBeachfrontNear coast
Mid-sizeResort SizeMid-size
–Airport Transfer60 min

Hotel Benalma Costa del Sol

Kids' club & childcare
Kids’ club listed. Official and booking sources support family facilities and kids activities, but a precise kids-club age range was not verified. Confirm supervision and drop-off rules.
Room service
Unverified
Dining reservations
Restaurant reservation rules are unverified; confirm before booking.
Single accommodation capacity
Capacity unverified; confirm the exact category before booking.
See supplier details at Hotel Benalma Costa del Sol

Hotel Riu Palace Maldivas

Kids' club & childcare
Kids’ club listed. Confirm supervision and drop-off rules.
Room service
Unverified
Dining reservations
Restaurant reservation rules are unverified; confirm before booking.
Single accommodation capacity
Capacity unverified; confirm the exact category before booking.
See supplier details at Hotel Riu Palace Maldivas

Hotel Benalma Costa del Sol

Highlights

  • 2 pools
  • 3 places to eat
  • Full-service spa

Why choose it

  • Beachfront Costa del Sol location.
  • Flexible board basis with an all-inclusive option.
  • Family pool, children's slide area, and adults-only pool support different traveler types.

Keep in mind

  • All-inclusive inclusions are more limited than classic Caribbean-style all-inclusive resorts.
  • Official room detail access was limited during research.
  • Thin property-specific Reddit coverage keeps the record under review.

Hotel Riu Palace Maldivas

Highlights

  • 1 pool
  • 3 places to eat
  • Full-service spa
  • Overwater bungalows
  • 60 min from MLE

Why choose it

  • 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.

Keep in mind

  • 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.

All Scores

Hotel Benalma Costa del SolMeasureHotel Riu Palace Maldivas
8.0Beach8.9 (better)
7.6Food8.8 (better)
8.0Service9.0 (better)
7.7Rooms8.7 (better)
8.2Pools8.4 (better)
7.8Value8.8 (better)
8.1Family8.3 (better)
–Romance8.7
–Nightlife7.9
7.3Quiet–
7.0Remote work–

Of the 11 measures we call, Hotel Benalma Costa del Sol leads on 1 and Hotel Riu Palace Maldivas leads on 10.

Vibes

Hotel Benalma Costa del SolMeasureHotel Riu Palace Maldivas
YesQuiet–
–RomanceYes
–LivelyYes

Activities

Hotel Benalma Costa del SolMeasureHotel Riu Palace Maldivas
YesSpaYes
YesWater sportsYes
YesKidsYes
–NightlifeYes
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