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Hotel Riu Palace MaldivasvsRoyalton Saint Lucia, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort

Hotel Riu Palace Maldivas
Hotel Riu Palace Maldivas
Five-Star·4.7
Royalton Saint Lucia, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort
Royalton Saint Lucia, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort
Five-Star·4.0
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Hotel Riu Palace MaldivasRoyalton Saint Lucia, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort

Quick Stats

8.9
Overall Score
7.6
5-star
Star Rating
5-star
4.7 (1,147)
Google Rating
4.0 (3,196)
Price / Night
No
Adults Only
No
Near coast
Beachfront
Near coast
Mid-size
Resort Size
Mid-size
60 min
Airport Transfer
70 min

All Scores

8.9
Beach
7.8
8.8
Food
9.0
Service
8.7
Rooms
8.4
Pools
8.8
Value
7.0
8.3
Family
8.4
8.7
Romance
7.9
Nightlife

Vibes

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Royalton Saint Lucia, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort

Activities

Hotel Riu Palace Maldivas
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Hotel Riu Palace Maldivas

  • 1 pools
  • 3 restaurants & bars
  • Full-service spa
  • Overwater bungalows
  • 60 min from MLE

Royalton Saint Lucia, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort

  • 8 restaurants & bars
  • Full-service spa
  • Butler service
  • 70 min from UVF

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 — Royalton Saint Lucia, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort

  • Beautiful northern setting
  • Strong pool and entertainment infrastructure
  • Kids club and teen amenities
  • Marriott/Royalton ecosystem

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 — Royalton Saint Lucia, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort

  • Recurring service complaints
  • Rooms receive repeated maintenance criticism
  • Long transfer from UVF
  • Food reviews are mixed
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