Quick Stats
8.9
Overall Score
–
5-star
Star Rating
5-star
4.7 (1,167)
Google Rating
4.3 (1,041)
From $272
Price / Night (pp)
Rates TBD
No
Adults Only
No
Yes
Kids' Club
–
Near coast
Beachfront
Oceanfront
Mid-size
Resort Size
Boutique
60 min
Airport Transfer
50 min
Vibes
Yes
Romance
Yes
Yes
Lively
–
–
Quiet
Yes
Activities
Yes
Spa
Yes
Yes
Water sports
Yes
Yes
Nightlife
–
Yes
Kids
–
–
Diving
Yes
Hotel Riu Palace Maldivas
- 1 pools
- 3 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- Overwater bungalows
- 60 min from MLE
Park Hyatt Riviera Maya
- Park Hyatt's first-ever all-inclusive
- Just 148 rooms and suites — 550 to 2,300+ sq ft, some with private plunge pools
- Opening rates from about $1,500 a night for two
- Bookable with World of Hyatt points — 45,000 to 85,000 a night
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 · Park Hyatt Riviera Maya
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.