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Hotel Riu Palace MaldivasvsStella Island Luxury Resort & Spa

Hotel Riu Palace Maldivas
Hotel Riu Palace Maldivas
Five-Star·★ 4.7
Stella Island Luxury Resort & Spa
Stella Island Luxury Resort & Spa
Five-Star·★ 4.8·Adults Only

Scores at a Glance

Hotel Riu Palace MaldivasStella Island Luxury Resort & Spa
Overall
8.9
8.9
Beach
8.9
6.8
Food
8.8
8.4
Service
9.0
9.1
Rooms
8.7
9.1
Luxury
·
9.0
Value
8.8
7.5
Romance
8.7
9.5
Scores out of 10 · higher is better

Quick Stats

Hotel Riu Palace MaldivasMeasureStella Island Luxury Resort & Spa
8.9Overall Score8.9
5-starStar Rating5-star
4.7 (1,273)Google Rating4.8 (1,910) (better)
(better)From $217Price / Night (pp)From $241
NoAdults OnlyYes
ListedKids' ClubNot applicable
Near coastBeachfrontNear coast
Mid-sizeResort SizeMid-size
60 minAirport Transfer25 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

Stella Island Luxury Resort & Spa

Kids' club & childcare
Not applicable: adults only
Room service
Costs extra. Room service was not verified as included in the base all-inclusive plan.
Dining reservations
Restaurant reservation rules are unverified; confirm before booking.
Single accommodation capacity
Largest confirmed capacity: 6 people in one accommodation. Signature Island Villa. Adult limit unverified.
See supplier details at Stella Island Luxury Resort & Spa

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.

Stella Island Luxury Resort & Spa

Highlights

  • Adults-only all-inclusive
  • 8 pools
  • 5 places to eat
  • Full-service spa
  • Overwater bungalows
  • Swim-up suites

Why choose it

  • Spectacular lagoon-pool design.
  • Strong adults-only honeymoon atmosphere.
  • Wide range of swim-up, overwater and private-pool rooms.
  • Good service and food sentiment.

Keep in mind

  • Not beachfront.
  • All-inclusive dining rules are more limited than many guests expect.
  • À la carte access can depend on rate or room type.
  • Privacy varies by room position around the lagoon.

All Scores

Hotel Riu Palace MaldivasMeasureStella Island Luxury Resort & Spa
(better)8.9Beach6.8
(better)8.8Food8.4
9.0Service9.1 (better)
8.7Rooms9.1 (better)
8.4Pools9.7 (better)
–Luxury9.0
(better)8.8Value7.5
8.3Family–
8.7Romance9.5 (better)
(better)7.9Nightlife7.4
–Quiet8.7
–Wellness8.5
–Remote work8.0

Of the 11 measures we call, Hotel Riu Palace Maldivas leads on 5 and Stella Island Luxury Resort & Spa leads on 6.

Vibes

Hotel Riu Palace MaldivasMeasureStella Island Luxury Resort & Spa
YesRomanceYes
YesLively–
–QuietYes

Activities

Hotel Riu Palace MaldivasMeasureStella Island Luxury Resort & Spa
YesSpaYes
YesWater sportsYes
YesNightlife–
YesKids–
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