Scores at a Glance
Hotel Riu Palace MaldivasNusa Dua Beach Hotel & Spa, Bali
Overall
8.9
8.5
Beach
8.9
8.7
Food
8.8
8.0
Service
9.0
8.5
Rooms
8.7
8.0
Luxury
—
8.2
Value
8.8
8.0
Romance
8.7
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Scores out of 10 — higher is better
Quick Stats
8.9
Overall Score
8.5
5-star
Star Rating
5-star
4.7 (1,161)
Google Rating
4.6 (5,057)
From $272
Price / Night (pp)
Rates TBD
No
Adults Only
No
Yes
Kids' Club
Yes
Near coast
Beachfront
Near coast
Mid-size
Resort Size
Mid-size
60 min
Airport Transfer
20 min
All Scores
8.9
Beach
8.7
8.8
Food
8.0
9.0
Service
8.5
8.7
Rooms
8.0
8.4
Pools
8.4
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Luxury
8.2
8.8
Value
8.0
8.3
Family
8.4
8.7
Romance
—
7.9
Nightlife
—
—
Quiet
8.1
—
Wellness
8.6
—
Remote work
7.0
Vibes
Yes
Romance
—
Yes
Lively
—
—
Quiet
Yes
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
Nusa Dua Beach Hotel & Spa, Bali
- 3 pools
- 5 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- 20 min from DPS
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 — Nusa Dua Beach Hotel & Spa, Bali
- Direct Nusa Dua beach access.
- Strong spa, garden and traditional Balinese resort atmosphere.
- Optional all-inclusive packages can add convenience.
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 — Nusa Dua Beach Hotel & Spa, Bali
- All-inclusive is package-dependent.
- Exact drink and spa inclusions vary by offer.
- Room condition can vary across a classic, long-running resort.