Scores at a Glance
Hotel Riu Palace MaldivasPrideInn Flamingo Beach Resort & Spa
Overall
8.9
8.7
Beach
8.9
8.2
Food
8.8
8.4
Service
9.0
8.9
Rooms
8.7
8.0
Value
8.8
8.5
Romance
8.7
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Scores out of 10 · higher is better
Quick Stats
8.9
Overall Score
8.7
5-star
Star Rating
4-star
4.7 (1,167)
Google Rating
4.5 (5,235)
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
–
All Scores
8.9
Beach
8.2
8.8
Food
8.4
9.0
Service
8.9
8.7
Rooms
8.0
8.4
Pools
8.7
8.8
Value
8.5
8.3
Family
8.8
8.7
Romance
–
7.9
Nightlife
7.3
–
Wellness
8.1
–
Remote work
7.2
Vibes
Yes
Romance
–
Yes
Lively
Yes
Activities
Yes
Spa
Yes
Yes
Water sports
Yes
Yes
Nightlife
Yes
Yes
Kids
Yes
Hotel Riu Palace Maldivas
- 1 pools
- 3 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- Overwater bungalows
- 60 min from MLE
PrideInn Flamingo Beach Resort & Spa
- 2 pools
- 3 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- Gated, 24-hour security
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 · PrideInn Flamingo Beach Resort & Spa
- Strong Tripadvisor and Expedia review base.
- Beachfront Shanzu setting with large pool and children's facilities.
- Good family fit with kids club and entertainment.
- Multiple restaurant concepts for a smaller resort.
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 · PrideInn Flamingo Beach Resort & Spa
- All-inclusive details are rate-dependent.
- Beach swimming can be tide- and reef-dependent.
- Rooms receive lower sentiment than service and location.
- Airport transfer is not evidenced as included.