Scores at a Glance
Hotel Riu Palace MaldivasTUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar
Overall
8.9
8.7
Beach
8.9
8.2
Food
8.8
8.4
Service
9.0
8.9
Rooms
8.7
8.7
Value
8.8
8.1
Romance
8.7
8.5
Scores out of 10 · higher is better
Quick Stats
| Hotel Riu Palace Maldivas | Measure | TUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar |
|---|---|---|
| (better)8.9 | Overall Score | 8.7 |
| 5-star | Star Rating | 5-star |
| 4.7 (1,167) | Google Rating | 4.8 (3,845) (better) |
| From $272 | Price / Night (pp) | Rates TBD |
| No | Adults Only | No |
| Yes | Kids' Club | Yes |
| Near coast | Beachfront | Near coast |
| Mid-size | Resort Size | Mid-size |
| 60 min | Airport Transfer | 50 min (better) |
All Scores
| Hotel Riu Palace Maldivas | Measure | TUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar |
|---|---|---|
| (better)8.9 | Beach | 8.2 |
| (better)8.8 | Food | 8.4 |
| (better)9.0 | Service | 8.9 |
| 8.7 | Rooms | 8.7 |
| 8.4 | Pools | 8.6 (better) |
| (better)8.8 | Value | 8.1 |
| 8.3 | Family | 8.3 |
| (better)8.7 | Romance | 8.5 |
| 7.9 | Nightlife | – |
Of the 9 measures we call, Hotel Riu Palace Maldivas leads on 6 and TUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar leads on 3.
Vibes
| Hotel Riu Palace Maldivas | Measure | TUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Romance | Yes |
| Yes | Lively | – |
Activities
| Hotel Riu Palace Maldivas | Measure | TUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Spa | Yes |
| Yes | Water sports | Yes |
| Yes | Nightlife | – |
| Yes | Kids | Yes |
Hotel Riu Palace Maldivas
- 1 pools
- 3 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- Overwater bungalows
- 60 min from MLE
TUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar
- 3 pools
- 5 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- Gated, 24-hour security
- 50 min from ZNZ
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 · TUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar
- Five restaurants
- Three pools
- Direct beach setting
- Good service feedback
- Minibar included on all-inclusive
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 · TUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar
- Tide-dependent swimming
- Some dining and drinks extra
- Airport transfer extra
- Beach vendors may be persistent
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