Scores at a Glance
Hotel Riu Palace MaldivasMargaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo
Overall
8.9
8.3
Beach
8.9
8.7
Food
8.8
7.6
Service
9.0
8.8
Rooms
8.7
7.8
Value
8.8
7.4
Romance
8.7
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Scores out of 10 · higher is better
Quick Stats
8.9
Overall Score
8.3
5-star
Star Rating
4-star
4.7 (1,167)
Google Rating
4.4 (2,188)
From $272
Price / Night (pp)
Rates TBD
No
Adults Only
No
Yes
Kids' Club
–
Near coast
Beachfront
Near coast
Mid-size
Resort Size
Mid-size
60 min
Airport Transfer
–
All Scores
8.9
Beach
8.7
8.8
Food
7.6
9.0
Service
8.8
8.7
Rooms
7.8
8.4
Pools
8.2
8.8
Value
7.4
8.3
Family
8.1
8.7
Romance
–
7.9
Nightlife
5.0
Vibes
Yes
Romance
–
Yes
Lively
–
Activities
Yes
Spa
Yes
Yes
Water sports
Yes
Yes
Nightlife
–
Yes
Kids
Yes
Hotel Riu Palace Maldivas
- 1 pools
- 3 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- Overwater bungalows
- 60 min from MLE
Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo
- 1 pools
- 3 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
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.
Pros · Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo
- Beachfront location on Playa Flamingo.
- Family-friendly resort amenities with pool, spa, dining and activities.
- Recurring praise for friendly staff and the beach setting.
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.
Cons · Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo
- Food and value feedback is more mixed than beach and service feedback.
- Nightlife is limited compared with party-focused destinations.
- All-inclusive exclusions make the package less simple than a default wristband resort.