Scores at a Glance
Hotel Riu Palace MaldivasRound Hill Hotel and Villas
Overall
8.9
9.1
Beach
8.9
8.6
Food
8.8
8.7
Service
9.0
9.3
Rooms
8.7
9.2
Luxury
·
9.3
Value
8.8
7.5
Romance
8.7
9.2
Scores out of 10 · higher is better
Quick Stats
8.9
Overall Score
9.1
5-star
Star Rating
5-star
4.7 (1,167)
Google Rating
4.6 (716)
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
30 min
All Scores
8.9
Beach
8.6
8.8
Food
8.7
9.0
Service
9.3
8.7
Rooms
9.2
8.4
Pools
8.2
–
Luxury
9.3
8.8
Value
7.5
8.3
Family
9.0
8.7
Romance
9.2
7.9
Nightlife
–
–
Quiet
9.1
Vibes
Yes
Romance
Yes
Yes
Lively
–
–
Quiet
Yes
Activities
Yes
Spa
Yes
Yes
Water sports
Yes
Yes
Nightlife
–
Yes
Kids
Yes
Hotel Riu Palace Maldivas
- 1 pools
- 3 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- Overwater bungalows
- 60 min from MLE
Round Hill Hotel and Villas
- Full-service spa
- Gated, 24-hour security
- 30 min from MBJ
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 · Round Hill Hotel and Villas
- Iconic Jamaican luxury resort.
- Private beach and gated estate.
- Strong family and multigenerational villa product.
- Excellent service reputation.
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 · Round Hill Hotel and Villas
- All-inclusive is optional and expensive.
- Premium beverages and special dining can be excluded.
- Villa quality and amenities vary by assignment.
- Exact main-entrance coordinates need manual confirmation.