Scores at a Glance
Hotel Riu Palace MaldivasStolenTime by Rendezvous
Overall
8.9
8.8
Beach
8.9
8.4
Food
8.8
8.6
Service
9.0
9.0
Rooms
8.7
8.3
Luxury
·
8.5
Value
8.8
8.2
Romance
8.7
9.3
Scores out of 10 · higher is better
Quick Stats
8.9
Overall Score
8.8
5-star
Star Rating
5-star
4.7 (1,167)
Google Rating
4.6 (479)
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
90 min
All Scores
8.9
Beach
8.4
8.8
Food
8.6
9.0
Service
9.0
8.7
Rooms
8.3
8.4
Pools
8.6
–
Luxury
8.5
8.8
Value
8.2
8.3
Family
–
8.7
Romance
9.3
7.9
Nightlife
6.8
–
Quiet
8.2
–
Adventure
8.6
–
Wellness
9.0
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
StolenTime by Rendezvous
- Adults-only all-inclusive
- 3 pools
- 3 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 · StolenTime by Rendezvous
- Premium alcohol and wine by the bottle at dinner are officially included.
- Strong wellness, tennis, activities and watersports inclusion depth.
- High repeat-guest and service sentiment.
- Excellent romance 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 · StolenTime by Rendezvous
- Beach is public and can be busier on cruise days.
- Only three restaurant options on site.
- Nearby airport noise bothers some guests.