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Hotel Riu Palace MaldivasvsVamar Vallarta All Inclusive Marina & Beach Resort
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Scores at a Glance
Hotel Riu Palace MaldivasVamar Vallarta All Inclusive Marina & Beach Resort
Overall
8.9
7.3
Beach
8.9
7.4
Food
8.8
6.9
Service
9.0
7.5
Rooms
8.7
6.8
Value
8.8
7.4
Romance
8.7
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Scores out of 10 — higher is better
Quick Stats
8.9
Overall Score
7.3
5-star
Star Rating
4-star
4.7 (1,161)
Google Rating
4.0 (6,246)
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
5 min
All Scores
8.9
Beach
7.4
8.8
Food
6.9
9.0
Service
7.5
8.7
Rooms
6.8
8.4
Pools
8.0
8.8
Value
7.4
8.3
Family
7.7
8.7
Romance
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7.9
Nightlife
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Vibes
Yes
Romance
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Yes
Lively
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Activities
Yes
Spa
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Yes
Water sports
Yes
Yes
Nightlife
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Yes
Kids
Yes
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Golf
Yes
Hotel Riu Palace Maldivas
- 1 pools
- 3 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- Overwater bungalows
- 60 min from MLE
Vamar Vallarta All Inclusive Marina & Beach Resort
- 3 pools
- 5 restaurants & bars
- 5 min from PVR
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 — Vamar Vallarta All Inclusive Marina & Beach Resort
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.