Scores at a Glance
Hotel Riu Palace MaldivasO2 Beach Club & Spa
Overall
8.9
8.9
Beach
8.9
7.8
Food
8.8
8.8
Service
9.0
8.7
Rooms
8.7
9.0
Luxury
·
8.8
Value
8.8
8.0
Romance
8.7
8.8
Scores out of 10 · higher is better
Quick Stats
8.9
Overall Score
8.9
5-star
Star Rating
5-star
4.7 (1,167)
Google Rating
4.5 (679)
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
20 min
All Scores
8.9
Beach
7.8
8.8
Food
8.8
9.0
Service
8.7
8.7
Rooms
9.0
8.4
Pools
8.8
–
Luxury
8.8
8.8
Value
8.0
8.3
Family
8.1
8.7
Romance
8.8
7.9
Nightlife
8.1
–
Wellness
8.8
–
Remote work
8.2
Vibes
Yes
Romance
Yes
Yes
Lively
Yes
Activities
Yes
Spa
Yes
Yes
Water sports
Yes
Yes
Nightlife
Yes
Yes
Kids
Yes
–
Golf
Yes
Hotel Riu Palace Maldivas
- 1 pools
- 3 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- Overwater bungalows
- 60 min from MLE
O2 Beach Club & Spa
- 3 pools
- 4 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- 20 min from BGI
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 · O2 Beach Club & Spa
- Strong luxury all-inclusive dining and beverage scope.
- Walkable St. Lawrence Gap location with nearby restaurants and nightlife.
- Modern suites, three pools and two swim-up bars.
- Good Wi-Fi and laptop-friendly room setup for light remote work.
- Babysitting is available for families even though the resort skews adult.
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 · O2 Beach Club & Spa
- Beach swimming can be inconsistent.
- Room service carries a tray charge.
- Some benefits are tied to booking channel, suite category or minimum stay.
- Peak periods can bring sunbed and restaurant-reservation pressure.