Scores at a Glance
Hotel Riu Palace MaldivasRoyal Davui Island Resort
Overall
8.9
9.5
Beach
8.9
9.4
Food
8.8
9.4
Service
9.0
9.5
Rooms
8.7
9.5
Luxury
·
9.4
Value
8.8
8.4
Romance
8.7
9.8
Scores out of 10 · higher is better
Quick Stats
8.9
Overall Score
9.5
5-star
Star Rating
5-star
4.7 (1,167)
Google Rating
4.5 (38)
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
–
All Scores
8.9
Beach
9.4
8.8
Food
9.4
9.0
Service
9.5
8.7
Rooms
9.5
8.4
Pools
9.2
–
Luxury
9.4
8.8
Value
8.4
8.3
Family
–
8.7
Romance
9.8
7.9
Nightlife
–
–
Quiet
9.7
–
Adventure
9.3
–
Wellness
8.8
–
Remote work
8.2
Vibes
Yes
Romance
Yes
Yes
Lively
–
–
Quiet
Yes
–
Adventure
Yes
Activities
Yes
Spa
Yes
Yes
Water sports
Yes
Yes
Nightlife
–
Yes
Kids
–
Hotel Riu Palace Maldivas
- 1 pools
- 3 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- Overwater bungalows
- 60 min from MLE
Royal Davui Island Resort
- Adults-only all-inclusive
- 1 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
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 · Royal Davui Island Resort
- Only 16 villas on a private island.
- All villas have private plunge pools.
- Meals and selected non-motorized lagoon activities included.
- Exceptional romance, quiet and snorkeling fit.
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 · Royal Davui Island Resort
- Fiji needs guide-country setup.
- Alcohol is not included in the standard meal-inclusive model.
- Diving, spa and signature experiences cost extra.
- Remote transfer logistics require planning.