RIU Palace Maldivas

Maldives, Indian Ocean

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Pool
Aerial view of hotel
Junior Suite
Junior Suite
Krystal restaurant
Krystal restaurant
Beach Junior Suite
Beach Junior Suite
Beach Junior Suite
Main restaurant
Main restaurant
Overwater Suite
Overwater Suites
Japanese restaurant
Beach
Overwater Suite with private pool
Overwater Suite with private pool
Overwater Suite with private pool
Reception
Poolside bar
Poolside bar
Hotel entrance
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Pool
Aerial view of hotel
Junior Suite
Junior Suite
Krystal restaurant
Krystal restaurant
Beach Junior Suite
Beach Junior Suite
Beach Junior Suite
Main restaurant
Main restaurant
Overwater Suite
Overwater Suites
Japanese restaurant
Beach
Overwater Suite with private pool
Overwater Suite with private pool
Overwater Suite with private pool
Reception
Poolside bar
Poolside bar
Hotel entrance

The hotel

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    Nestled on the secluded island of Kedhigandu, Hotel RIU Palace Maldivas offers an exclusive retreat where you can unwind in overwater villas or beachfront suites with modern comforts and breathtaking views. Featuring several dining options, including buffet and à la carte restaurants serving a variety of international cuisines, you can also enjoy delicious meals and snacks at the neighbouring Hotel RIU Atoll as part of their 24-hour, All-Inclusive package. There are plenty of activities to enjoy too, both on land and in the water - relax by the infinity pool, or hop over to Hotel RIU Atoll to indulge in spa treatments, or make a splash with the water sports on offer such as snorkelling, diving, and kayaking.

    Amenities

    • Bar
    • Restaurant
    • Room Service
    • Swimming Pool
    • Beachfront location

    Where is it

    On the private island of Kedhigandu, part of Dhaalu Atoll. The resort is connected to the hotel RIU Atoll via a walkway. Transfer time from Malé International Airport: 55 minutes by seaplane (remember to pack light for the seaplane transfer as luggage allowance is 20kg plus 5kg hand luggage, per person).

    Hotel information

    176 rooms. All with balcony or terrace, air-conditioning, ceiling fan, satellite TV, drink dispensers, mini-bar, kettle, hairdryer, bathrobes, complimentary WiFi access, and safe. 

    Junior Suites with sea views have 1 king-size bed or two small double beds, plus a sofa in the lounge area, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

    24-hour All-Inclusive: all meals and snacks. Local and imported beverages served 24-hours a day (including bars and restaruants at Hotel RIU Atoll). Regularly restocked mini-bar. Sports, activities and entertainment unless otherwise stated. Room service.

    - Breakfast: varied buffet, live cooking station and Cava

    - Lunch: buffet with live cooking stations and assorted desserts

    - Dinner: buffet with live cooking stations and assorted desserts. Special evenings: twice a week.

    Optional dining (à la carte; reservations required in advance):

    - Krystal Fusion restaurant

    - Japanese restaurant.

    Room upgrades

    Junior Suites with beach access have 1 king-size bed or two small double beds, plus a sofa or sofa-bed in the lounge area, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

    Overwater Suites feature a terrace with bathtub, a Balinese bed, sun loungers and direct access to the sea. Suites have 1 king-size bed or two small double beds plus a sofa in the lounge area, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

    Spacious Overwater Suites with private pool boast a patio with direct access to the sea, a small private pool, a Balinese bed and sun loungers. Suites have 1 king-size bed or two small double beds plus a sofa in the lounge area, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

    Palm (buffet restaurant with live cooking stations and outdoor terrace, open for breakfast, lunch and dinner). Krystal (fusion restaurant, open for dinner). Yu Hi (Japanese restaurant, open for dinner). Paradise (poolside bar serving snacks and drinks, with swim-up bar for guests over 18 years).

    Live music (several times a week). 

    Infinity swimming pool. Sports and activities at RUI Atoll including: gym, group fitness activities in the RiuFit area (six times a week), Renova spa*, kayaks, pedaloes, stand up paddle surf and snorkelling equipment. Daytime entertainment programme for children ages 4-7 years and ages 8-12 years at "RiuLand" at Hotel RUI Atoll. 

    Access to Hotel RIU Atoll located on the neighbouring island of Maafushi, which you can access by footbridge. Room service*. Complimentary WiFi throughout hotel. Laundry service*.

    * Denotes local charge.

    Please note: to ensure our customer's safety, we are unable to offer over water accommodation to children under the age of 12.

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    Image of the Tripadvisor rating Family stay with great snorkeling

    Aug 8, 2025 Triton40

    We’re a family of four and spent two weeks at Hotel Riu Palace Maldivas. The seaplane transfer was Amazing and the check-in was quick. Our room was clean, quiet and had plenty of space and really Close to the sea. The highlight was snorkeling just a few steps from our room. We regularly saw turtles, small reef sharks and lots of fish. Food was… Read more
    We’re a family of four and spent two weeks at Hotel Riu Palace Maldivas. The seaplane transfer was Amazing and the check-in was quick. Our room was clean, quiet and had plenty of space and really Close to the sea. The highlight was snorkeling just a few steps from our room. We regularly saw turtles, small reef sharks and lots of fish. Food was delicious, the main buffet had enough variety for everyone and changed day to day. We also tried Krystal and Yu Hi and enjoyed both. Staff made the stay great, thank you to Puja, Abu, Daisy, Sanjay, Sanju, Divya, Ponam and Chamara. Overall a relaxed place for a fantastic holiday with excellent snorkeling. Read less
    Image of the Tripadvisor rating Sharks, Turtles & Towel Art – What More Could You Want?

    Aug 8, 2025 KarolinaM9609

    We had an amazing stay at Riu Palace Maldives. The journey to the resort was well-organized – after arriving in Malé, we took a short domestic flight to Dhaalu, followed by a quick van and speedboat transfer. Everything went smoothly and was clearly communicated. The hotel is beautiful and matches the online descriptions perfectly. We originally… Read more
    We had an amazing stay at Riu Palace Maldives. The journey to the resort was well-organized – after arriving in Malé, we took a short domestic flight to Dhaalu, followed by a quick van and speedboat transfer. Everything went smoothly and was clearly communicated. The hotel is beautiful and matches the online descriptions perfectly. We originally booked a beach room but upgraded to an overwater villa – totally worth it! The resort is spread across two islands (Riu Atoll and Riu Palace), connected by a long bridge. Guests staying at Riu Palace have access to both islands and all restaurants, pools, and bars. Our room was spotless, cleaned daily with fresh beach towels and fun towel art. The mini bar was restocked every day. The beach was pristine with soft white sand, and there was great snorkeling right off the shore – we even saw baby reef sharks! Food was delicious and varied, with different themed stations and à la carte restaurants. The Asian restaurant was our favorite. Staff throughout the resort were incredibly kind and helpful. There’s also a water sports center where you can borrow gear like snorkels, SUP boards, and kayaks – all included. Overall, a wonderful experience – we’d absolutely come back! Read less
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    Aug 6, 2025 loubiehigh Preston, United Kingdom

    Fantastic food and service!! Cannot wait to visit again with our sons next time. Staff cannot do enough for you!
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    Aug 4, 2025 ROBBIE133

    Riu palace was excellent could not fault our holiday. Riu staff in every department really looked after us . well done to all.
    Image of the Tripadvisor rating The most idyllic Honeymoon place. Outstanding

    Aug 3, 2025 Lolaloz07 Warwickshire, United Kingdom

    Amazing Hotel and staff. Cleaner is exceptional in the room and the bar staff and animation team were superb