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Hotel Riu Palace MaldivasvsSea Side A Lifestyle Resort

Hotel Riu Palace Maldivas
Hotel Riu Palace Maldivas
Five-Star·★ 4.7
Sea Side A Lifestyle Resort
Sea Side A Lifestyle Resort
Five-Star·★ 4.6·Adults Only

Scores at a Glance

Hotel Riu Palace MaldivasSea Side A Lifestyle Resort
Overall
8.9
8.8
Beach
8.9
8.4
Food
8.8
8.6
Service
9.0
9.1
Rooms
8.7
8.7
Luxury
·
8.8
Value
8.8
8.0
Romance
8.7
8.9
Scores out of 10 · higher is better

Quick Stats

Hotel Riu Palace MaldivasMeasureSea Side A Lifestyle Resort
(better)8.9Overall Score8.8
5-starStar Rating5-star
(better)4.7 (1,273)Google Rating4.6 (2,458)
From $217Price / Night (pp)From $116 (better)
NoAdults OnlyYes
ListedKids' ClubNot applicable
Near coastBeachfrontNear coast
Mid-sizeResort SizeMid-size
60 minAirport Transfer30 min (better)

Hotel Riu Palace Maldivas

Kids' club & childcare
Kids’ club listed. Confirm supervision and drop-off rules.
Room service
Unverified
Dining reservations
Restaurant reservation rules are unverified; confirm before booking.
Single accommodation capacity
Capacity unverified; confirm the exact category before booking.
See supplier details at Hotel Riu Palace Maldivas

Sea Side A Lifestyle Resort

Kids' club & childcare
Not applicable: adults only
Room service
Unverified
Dining reservations
Restaurant reservation rules are unverified; confirm before booking.
Single accommodation capacity
Largest confirmed capacity: 3 people in one accommodation. Prime Room Sea View; Lifestyle Suite Mountain/Garden View; Lifestyle Suite Sea View; 1 more categories at this capacity. Adult limit unverified.
See supplier details at Sea Side A Lifestyle Resort

Hotel Riu Palace Maldivas

Highlights

  • 1 pool
  • 3 places to eat
  • Full-service spa
  • Overwater bungalows
  • 60 min from MLE

Why choose it

  • 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.

Keep in mind

  • 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.

Sea Side A Lifestyle Resort

Highlights

  • Adults-only all-inclusive
  • 2 pools
  • 5 places to eat
  • Full-service spa
  • 30 min from HER

Why choose it

  • Strong sea-view setting and adults-only atmosphere.
  • Well-reviewed service and spacious rooms.
  • Spa, fitness, yoga or Pilates, tennis, and multiple pools add depth beyond the beach.

Keep in mind

  • Limited walkable dining or nightlife compared with busier Crete resort towns.
  • All-inclusive beverage inclusions appear less generous for premium or late-night drinking.
  • Exact main-entrance coordinate still needs manual confirmation.

All Scores

Hotel Riu Palace MaldivasMeasureSea Side A Lifestyle Resort
(better)8.9Beach8.4
(better)8.8Food8.6
9.0Service9.1 (better)
8.7Rooms8.7
8.4Pools8.6 (better)
–Luxury8.8
(better)8.8Value8.0
8.3Family–
8.7Romance8.9 (better)
7.9Nightlife–
–Quiet8.5
–Remote work7.2

Of the 10 measures we call, Hotel Riu Palace Maldivas leads on 5 and Sea Side A Lifestyle Resort leads on 5.

Vibes

Hotel Riu Palace MaldivasMeasureSea Side A Lifestyle Resort
YesRomanceYes
YesLively–
–QuietYes

Activities

Hotel Riu Palace MaldivasMeasureSea Side A Lifestyle Resort
YesSpaYes
YesWater sportsYes
YesNightlife–
YesKids–
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