Hotel RIU Atoll

Maldives, Indian Ocean

Star rating

Aerial view of hotel
Aerial view of hotel
Swim-up bar
Superior Junior Suite - overwater
Superior Junior Suite - overwater
Superior Junior Suite - overwater
Sports bar
Sports bar
Aerial view of hotel
Junior Suite - overwater
Junior Suite - overwater
Junior Suite - overwater
Aerial view of hotel
Poolside bar
Steakhouse
Main restaurant
Double room with direct beach access
Double room with direct beach access
Double room with direct beach access
Aerial view of hotel
Main restaurant
Italian restaurant
Double Standard
Double Standard
RiuLand Kids' Club
Aerial view of hotel
Aerial view of hotel
Swim-up bar
Superior Junior Suite - overwater
Superior Junior Suite - overwater
Superior Junior Suite - overwater
Sports bar
Sports bar
Aerial view of hotel
Junior Suite - overwater
Junior Suite - overwater
Junior Suite - overwater
Aerial view of hotel
Poolside bar
Steakhouse
Main restaurant
Double room with direct beach access
Double room with direct beach access
Double room with direct beach access
Aerial view of hotel
Main restaurant
Italian restaurant
Double Standard
Double Standard
RiuLand Kids' Club

The hotel

Renowned for its stunning turquoise waters, white sandy beaches, and vibrant marine life, The Hotel Riu Atoll offers a tropical paradise getaway on the private island of Maafushi. Families travelling with children can take advantage of the resort's kids club, where little ones can participate in supervised activities, games, and crafts meaning parents can enjoy some leisure time. Then when the sun goes down the resort provides evening entertainment, including live music, themed parties, and cultural shows, so you have plenty of options for fun and relaxation after dark.

Amenities

  • Kayaking
  • Scuba Diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Kids Club
  • Families
  • Bar
  • Evening Entertainment
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Internet Access
  • Laundry Service
  • No Smoking
  • Restaurant

Where is it

Located on the private island of Maafushi, which is part of Dhaalu Atoll, and is connected to neighbouring Riu Palace Maldivas by walkway. Transfer time from Malé International Airport: 40 minutes by seaplane (remember to pack light for the seaplane transfer as luggage allowance is 20kg plus 5kg hand luggage, per person).

Hotel information

264 ocean views rooms. All with air-conditioning, ceiling fan, complimentary WiFi access, satellite TV, kettle, mini-bar, bathrobes, hairdryer, and safe. Bathrooms include a shower and double wash basin.

Double Standard rooms have 1 king-size bed or two small double beds, a sofa in the lounge area, and a balcony with sea views, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

24-hour All-Inclusive: all meals and snacks. Local and imported beverages served 24-hours a day. Regularly restocked mini-bar. Sports, activities and entertainment unless otherwise stated.

- Breakfast: varied buffet and live cooking station.

- Lunch: buffet with live cooking stations and assorted desserts.

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

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

Steakhouse.

Italian restaurant (buffet starters and desserts).

Room upgrades:

Double rooms with direct beach access have 1 king-size bed or two small double beds, a sofa in the lounge area, and a patio with direct access to the beach, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

Junior Suite - overwater rooms have 1 king-size bed or two small double beds, and a patio with a Balinese bed and direct access to the sea, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

Spacious Superior Junior Suite - overwater rooms have 1 king-size bed or two small double beds, bathroom with separate tub and shower, and a terrace with a Balinese bed, plus direct access to the sea, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

Main restaurant (buffet breakfasts with live cooking station and outdoor terrace). Sofia (Italian a la carte restaurant, open for dinner). Beef Steak House (open for continental breakfast and dinner). Sunshine (poolside bar with swim-up section for 18 years and over). Boduberu (lounge bar). Sports bar.

Daytime entertainment programme. Live music or DJ and events.

Swimming pool and children's pool. Wellness centre* (with a variety of treatments, beauty salon, hairdresser and massages). Gym with daily fitness classes. Water sports (kayaking, paddle surfing, pedaloes, snorkelling, and scuba-diving*). RiuLand kids’ club (for ages 4-7 years and ages 8-12 years).

Complimentary WiFi throughout hotel. Boutique. 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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Traveller rating

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Image of the Tripadvisor rating Stunning!

Aug 13, 2025 Jenniambyth Wokingham, United Kingdom

My daughter and I enjoyed every moment of our ten night stay. This resort is truly paradise. We had a room in Block 21, which was really quiet and near the beach end of the resort. It was easy to go snorkelling from this point and we saw some amazing fish. Plenty of sun beds just outside the room. We had the room freshly made up everyday and it… Read more
My daughter and I enjoyed every moment of our ten night stay. This resort is truly paradise. We had a room in Block 21, which was really quiet and near the beach end of the resort. It was easy to go snorkelling from this point and we saw some amazing fish. Plenty of sun beds just outside the room. We had the room freshly made up everyday and it was always meticulous when we returned. Everyday there was some form of entertainment- bingo, aqua, foam slides and the animation team were enthusiastic without being in your face. The staff were awesome - Nico, Nande, Jessica and Marchee made our holiday in addition to so many others. The level of customer service of all of staff was outstanding. Reception somewhat less so; they always looked a bit cool and confused when you turned up to ask a question. Does not impact the overall bulk of this review, however. I have to also mention the food- it was amazing! We could have booked the steak restaurant or the Italian but, in all honesty, there were so many options at the main buffet every night that we did not feel the need to. We also loved the free paddle board and peddal boat slots that you could book daily. We will be back! Read less
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Aug 12, 2025 Артем Д

Super Maldives, nice drinks from Bar, all the staff are great and amazing people and i wish to see you again someday in this resort, thanks to FREDY, BHARAT and CHANDANA for the good vibes and excellent drinks
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Aug 12, 2025 Will T

A fantastic holiday location. Staff were universally friendly, welcoming and very helpful. Lots of fish and marine life to see on the house reef, great for diving. Food was excellent. Never too busy. Organisation of airport transfers was very good. Highly recommend the seaplane upgrade if you can. WiFi not the best, but that's not why you come to… Read more
A fantastic holiday location. Staff were universally friendly, welcoming and very helpful. Lots of fish and marine life to see on the house reef, great for diving. Food was excellent. Never too busy. Organisation of airport transfers was very good. Highly recommend the seaplane upgrade if you can. WiFi not the best, but that's not why you come to a place like this! Read less
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Aug 11, 2025 sueandt0ny Northampton, United Kingdom

Our stay was really good. The staff were fantastic and went out of their way to accommodate us. The island was beautiful and as expected very peaceful. Food was OK with lots to choose from.
Image of the Tripadvisor rating SUPERB , and great FREDY from SPORTS BAR

Aug 9, 2025 oxx f

Bar is the best place if you are alone. Staff will help anytime. The cocktails fantastic, thanks for the team, it was pleasure to be here definitely i will be back