Scores at a Glance
Hotel Riu Palace MaldivasPickalbatros White Beach Taghazout
Overall
8.9
8.6
Beach
8.9
8.2
Food
8.8
8.4
Service
9.0
8.7
Rooms
8.7
8.9
Luxury
·
8.4
Value
8.8
8.5
Romance
8.7
8.7
Scores out of 10 · higher is better
Quick Stats
8.9
Overall Score
8.6
5-star
Star Rating
5-star
4.7 (1,167)
Google Rating
4.6 (2,894)
From $272
Price / Night (pp)
Rates TBD
No
Adults Only
Yes
Yes
Kids' Club
–
Near coast
Beachfront
Near coast
Mid-size
Resort Size
Mid-size
60 min
Airport Transfer
60 min
All Scores
8.9
Beach
8.2
8.8
Food
8.4
9.0
Service
8.7
8.7
Rooms
8.9
8.4
Pools
9.1
–
Luxury
8.4
8.8
Value
8.5
8.3
Family
–
8.7
Romance
8.7
7.9
Nightlife
8.0
–
Quiet
8.2
–
Wellness
8.4
–
Remote work
8.0
Vibes
Yes
Romance
Yes
Yes
Lively
Yes
–
Quiet
Yes
Activities
Yes
Spa
Yes
Yes
Water sports
Yes
Yes
Nightlife
Yes
Yes
Kids
–
Hotel Riu Palace Maldivas
- 1 pools
- 3 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- Overwater bungalows
- 60 min from MLE
Pickalbatros White Beach Taghazout
- Adults-only all-inclusive
- 7 pools
- Full-service spa
- 50 min from AGA
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 · Pickalbatros White Beach Taghazout
- Official Ultra All Inclusive model.
- Six outdoor pools, one indoor pool and three whirlpools.
- Strong room and cleanliness scores.
- Adults-friendly 16+ atmosphere.
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 · Pickalbatros White Beach Taghazout
- Beach swimming varies with Atlantic swell.
- Not suitable for families with younger children.
- Premium beverage exclusions need confirmation.