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Hotel Riu Palace Maldivas
Hotel Riu Palace Maldivas
Five-Star·4.7
Veranda Pointe aux Biches
Veranda Pointe aux Biches
Four-Star·4.4

Scores at a Glance

Hotel Riu Palace MaldivasVeranda Pointe aux Biches
Overall
8.9
8.1
Beach
8.9
8.1
Food
8.8
7.8
Service
9.0
8.4
Rooms
8.7
7.8
Value
8.8
8.0
Romance
8.7
8.1
Scores out of 10 · higher is better

Quick Stats

8.9
Overall Score
8.1
5-star
Star Rating
4-star
4.7 (1,167)
Google Rating
4.4 (2,741)
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

All Scores

8.9
Beach
8.1
8.8
Food
7.8
9.0
Service
8.4
8.7
Rooms
7.8
8.4
Pools
8.0
8.8
Value
8.0
8.3
Family
8.2
8.7
Romance
8.1
7.9
Nightlife
Quiet
7.8

Vibes

Yes
Romance
Yes
Yes
Lively
Quiet
Yes

Activities

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

Veranda Pointe aux Biches

  • 2 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 · Veranda Pointe aux Biches

  • Official All Add In package with meals, drinks, minibar and non-motorized water sports.
  • Family Units, Timomo Kids Club and children's pool support families.
  • Adults-only Privilege wing gives couples a quieter lane.

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 · Veranda Pointe aux Biches

  • All-inclusive is package-dependent and includes several exclusions.
  • Sandy Lane access is restricted to Privilege guests.
  • The beach experience is pleasant but not necessarily Mauritius' most dramatic.
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