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Hotel Riu Palace MaldivasvsLimak Lara De Luxe Hotel & Resort

Hotel Riu Palace Maldivas
Hotel Riu Palace Maldivas
Five-Star·★ 4.7
Limak Lara De Luxe Hotel & Resort
Limak Lara De Luxe Hotel & Resort
Five-Star·★ 4.7

Scores at a Glance

Hotel Riu Palace MaldivasLimak Lara De Luxe Hotel & Resort
Overall
8.9
8.6
Beach
8.9
8.5
Food
8.8
8.4
Service
9.0
8.4
Rooms
8.7
8.3
Value
8.8
8.5
Romance
8.7
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Scores out of 10 · higher is better

Quick Stats

Hotel Riu Palace MaldivasMeasureLimak Lara De Luxe Hotel & Resort
(better)8.9Overall Score8.6
5-starStar Rating5-star
4.7 (1,273)Google Rating4.7 (19,670)
From $217Price / Night (pp)From $105 (better)
NoAdults OnlyNo
ListedKids' ClubListed
Near coastBeachfrontNear coast
Mid-sizeResort SizeMid-size
60 minAirport Transfer20 min (better)

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

Limak Lara De Luxe Hotel & Resort

Kids' club & childcare
Kids’ club listed. Kids club, play areas, waterslides, family rooms and family-focused entertainment are evidenced; exact kids-club age bands should be manually verified. Recovered supplier sheet describes Mini Club as AFTER 4 YEARS, 10:00–17:00. Confirm the precise birthday boundary; upper age remains unverified. Confirm supervision and drop-off rules.
Room service
Costs extra. 2026 Ultra All Inclusive concept explicitly excludes room service; delivery is chargeable.
Dining reservations
Restaurant reservation rules are unverified; confirm before booking. La Cucina: 2026 concept: chargeable specialty dining, 19:00–21:30; confirm booking and seasonal availability. Far East: 2026 concept: chargeable specialty dining, 19:00–21:30; confirm booking and seasonal availability. Gringos: 2026 concept: chargeable specialty dining, 19:00–21:30; confirm booking and seasonal availability. Revan: Turkish open buffet with reservation, 19:00–21:30, from 15 May. Confirm seasonal operation. Official page describes open-buffet, snack and a la carte dining including Zen, Revan, Laila, Far East and Italian concepts, with local and some imported drinks and daily minibar refill.
Single accommodation capacity
Capacity unverified; confirm the exact category before booking.
See supplier details at Limak Lara De Luxe Hotel & Resort

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.

Limak Lara De Luxe Hotel & Resort

Highlights

  • 6 pools
  • 9 places to eat
  • Full-service spa
  • Gated, 24-hour security
  • 20 min from AYT

Why choose it

  • True ultra/all-inclusive concept
  • Strong family room and kids facilities
  • Wide dining and bar setup
  • Close to Antalya Airport
  • Beach and pool depth

Keep in mind

  • Large resort can feel busy
  • Some service complaints appear in guest sources
  • Seasonal restaurant/bar operation can reduce choice
  • Exact kids-club age bands need verification

All Scores

Hotel Riu Palace MaldivasMeasureLimak Lara De Luxe Hotel & Resort
(better)8.9Beach8.5
(better)8.8Food8.4
(better)9.0Service8.4
(better)8.7Rooms8.3
8.4Pools8.7 (better)
(better)8.8Value8.5
8.3Family9.0 (better)
8.7Romance–
7.9Nightlife8.2 (better)

Of the 11 measures we call, Hotel Riu Palace Maldivas leads on 6 and Limak Lara De Luxe Hotel & Resort leads on 5.

Vibes

Hotel Riu Palace MaldivasMeasureLimak Lara De Luxe Hotel & Resort
YesRomance–
YesLivelyYes

Activities

Hotel Riu Palace MaldivasMeasureLimak Lara De Luxe Hotel & Resort
YesSpaYes
YesWater sportsYes
YesNightlifeYes
YesKidsYes
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