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Hotel Riu Palace MaldivasvsOUTRIGGER Mauritius Beach Resort

Hotel Riu Palace Maldivas
Hotel Riu Palace Maldivas
Five-Star·★ 4.7
OUTRIGGER Mauritius Beach Resort
OUTRIGGER Mauritius Beach Resort
Five-Star·★ 4.2

Scores at a Glance

Hotel Riu Palace MaldivasOUTRIGGER Mauritius Beach Resort
Overall
8.9
8.2
Beach
8.9
8.1
Food
8.8
8.0
Service
9.0
8.2
Rooms
8.7
8.2
Value
8.8
7.7
Romance
8.7
8.1
Scores out of 10 · higher is better

Quick Stats

Hotel Riu Palace MaldivasMeasureOUTRIGGER Mauritius Beach Resort
(better)8.9Overall Score8.2
5-starStar Rating5-star
(better)4.7 (1,273)Google Rating4.2 (3,019)
From $217Price / Night (pp)From $112 (better)
NoAdults OnlyNo
ListedKids' ClubListed
Near coastBeachfrontNear coast
Mid-sizeResort SizeMid-size
60 minAirport Transfer55 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

OUTRIGGER Mauritius Beach Resort

Kids' club & childcare
Kids’ club listed: 3–12. OUTRIGGER agent resource lists Kids Club ages 3–12; Coral Kids Club page describes supervised indoor/outdoor activities and kids pool with slide. Confirm supervision and drop-off rules.
Room service
Costs extra. Room service was not evidenced as included in all-inclusive packages.
Dining reservations
Restaurant reservation rules are unverified; confirm before booking.
Single accommodation capacity
Largest confirmed capacity: 5 people in one accommodation. Ocean View Family Room; Deluxe Ocean View Family Room; Beachfront Family Room. Adult limit unverified.
See supplier details at OUTRIGGER Mauritius Beach 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.

OUTRIGGER Mauritius Beach Resort

Highlights

  • 4 pools
  • 5 places to eat
  • Full-service spa
  • 55 min from MRU

Why choose it

  • Beachfront Bel Ombre setting
  • Four pools
  • Kids club ages 3-12
  • Family rooms up to five
  • Good pool variety

Keep in mind

  • All-inclusive terms vary by rate
  • Beach swimming can be tide/reef dependent
  • Service feedback varies

All Scores

Hotel Riu Palace MaldivasMeasureOUTRIGGER Mauritius Beach Resort
(better)8.9Beach8.1
(better)8.8Food8.0
(better)9.0Service8.2
(better)8.7Rooms8.2
8.4Pools8.6 (better)
(better)8.8Value7.7
8.3Family8.6 (better)
(better)8.7Romance8.1
7.9Nightlife–

Of the 12 measures we call, Hotel Riu Palace Maldivas leads on 8 and OUTRIGGER Mauritius Beach Resort leads on 4.

Vibes

Hotel Riu Palace MaldivasMeasureOUTRIGGER Mauritius Beach Resort
YesRomanceYes
YesLively–

Activities

Hotel Riu Palace MaldivasMeasureOUTRIGGER Mauritius Beach Resort
YesSpaYes
YesWater sportsYes
YesNightlife–
YesKidsYes
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