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.
Based on 1557 reviews
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Absolutely magical experience in the Maldives!
Jul 13, 2025AgnesStlLivermore, California
What truly made our stay unforgettable, though, was the incredible service. Husham, Supun, Roma, and Sanju went above and beyond every single day to make sure we were comfortable, happy, and completely spoiled. Whether it was the thoughtful touches in our room, the friendly conversations, or the perfectly crafted cocktails by the beach, they made…
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What truly made our stay unforgettable, though, was the incredible service. Husham, Supun, Roma, and Sanju went above and beyond every single day to make sure we were comfortable, happy, and completely spoiled. Whether it was the thoughtful touches in our room, the friendly conversations, or the perfectly crafted cocktails by the beach, they made us feel genuinely cared for.
We left feeling refreshed, relaxed, and incredibly grateful. Can’t wait to come back!
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Absolute paradise
Jul 13, 2025maxxiscumbria, England
Heaven,wow,for all our travels around the world,this is the most wonderful place,paradise,our experience from when we arrived on the atoll was 1st class,every staff member treated you like a royal guest,our room was a junior suite beach access and private terrace,it was pure heaven,our room maid ensured it was clean and smelt fantastic each…
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Heaven,wow,for all our travels around the world,this is the most wonderful place,paradise,our experience from when we arrived on the atoll was 1st class,every staff member treated you like a royal guest,our room was a junior suite beach access and private terrace,it was pure heaven,our room maid ensured it was clean and smelt fantastic each day,the food on the palace side was again 1st class,always something hot and tasty to eat,it was fresh,the chefs ensure your well fed,the management team are outstanding,mr pedro & mr mohammed,you are true gentlemen,the bar staff looked after us during our 2 weeks dream,sanyoo,dasun,chammi romesh etc,thank you,if we can give a holiday tip,bring beach shoes, as the coral is sharp,
We were lucky to get upgraded to a water villa for our last 4 days,wow what a dream,waking uo to the sunrise was out of this world,again we thank shafaz,you my friend are a credit to the riu group,mini bars are topped up daily,beer,water,soft drinks,and your optics are also replenished if required,i could write all day about the palace,all we can say is, we hope to come back soon.
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Amazing, relaxing, honeymoon!
Jul 12, 2025Passenger43094787385
Stayed at RIU Palace Maldives for our honeymoon in May 2025.
The seaplane is about 50mins away from the island.
The resort has 2 sides - if reserved in the Palace side, you are access to both Palace and Atoll. If you reserved in Atoll you’ll only have access to Atoll side.
Palace side is the more quiet, slow, relaxed side, with more premium…
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Stayed at RIU Palace Maldives for our honeymoon in May 2025.
The seaplane is about 50mins away from the island.
The resort has 2 sides - if reserved in the Palace side, you are access to both Palace and Atoll. If you reserved in Atoll you’ll only have access to Atoll side.
Palace side is the more quiet, slow, relaxed side, with more premium liquors. The Atoll side is the more lively side, which has all the water activities, sports bar, gift shop, etc. Both sides have their own pool and beach, and nightly entertainment however Atoll has more lively entertainment. The beach at Atoll side has less corral/rocks. The beach at Palace has more coral and rocks, which brings so many beautiful fish!
The overall service at Riu Maldives was outstanding. We booked an overwater villa (you can see manta rays swim by!) We moved rooms 3x: the water from our balcony in first room was too deep and had more rocks and corals than we wanted. The 2nd room was too shallow. The 3rd room was absolutely perfect.
The receptionists that worked with us were so accommodating and we are so thankful for them allowing us to move until we found our perfect room.
Overall the bar and wait staff and even chefs were all so nice and friendly, and very attentive!
We absolutely loved our honeymoon stay with Riu Maldives and is definitely one to remember.
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Amazing resort and great staff
Jul 11, 2025Iren M
Unforgettable Stay – Pure Paradise!
Our vacation at Riu Palace Maldives was absolutely unforgettable! From the first moment to the very last, everything was perfect — clean, beautiful, delicious, and so warm-hearted.
A very special thank you to the amazing reception team — Shauna, Eleonara, Harsha, and Naufal. You were always so kind, helpful,…
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Unforgettable Stay – Pure Paradise!
Our vacation at Riu Palace Maldives was absolutely unforgettable! From the first moment to the very last, everything was perfect — clean, beautiful, delicious, and so warm-hearted.
A very special thank you to the amazing reception team — Shauna, Eleonara, Harsha, and Naufal. You were always so kind, helpful, and made us feel truly welcome. You are incredible!
The housekeeping team kept our room spotless and fresh every day — thank you for your care and attention to every little detail.
The restaurant was outstanding — delicious food, wide variety, everything fresh and beautifully presented. The staff in the restaurant were so friendly and attentive — we truly felt spoiled!
Every time we needed anything, someone was there to help us immediately, always with a smile. The service across the whole resort was just amazing.
And one moment we will never forget — when we were leaving on the boat, the staff stood on the pier waving to us… It was such an emotional moment, it brought tears to my eyes. I truly didn’t want to leave.
We rated everything with the highest scores, and we can’t wait to come back. Thank you, Riu Palace Maldives, for giving us memories that will last a lifetime!
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Honeymoon in paradise
Jul 11, 2025Safari47317223148
Exceptional hotel and staff made our honeymoon experience out of this world. Not only was the island beautiful but RIU have made a terrific atmosphere here as well,the hotel just oozes relaxation. From check in to check out Riu made it easy, just what a customer needs after a 19 hour day to get there.
On opening the room door we were blown away…
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Exceptional hotel and staff made our honeymoon experience out of this world. Not only was the island beautiful but RIU have made a terrific atmosphere here as well,the hotel just oozes relaxation. From check in to check out Riu made it easy, just what a customer needs after a 19 hour day to get there.
On opening the room door we were blown away by the room and the thoughtful surprise by the company. Then the wife burst into tears of overwhelming joy when she saw the beautiful white beach and turquoise sea just feet from the patio doors. The staff couldn’t do enough to help you enjoy this place, such a credit to Riu.
A few special mentions go to Abu for spoiling the wife with the wine. Philippe for sorting out the steakhouse diner for us. (Riu you need to update your app.as it says steakhouse is open on sunday and closed Thursday… that’s wrong) not much fun turning up to eat only to find its shut) thanks again phippe for sorting. Praise to Dasun in the bar, extremely helpful man-and also to Lia in the restaurant for her helpfulness and friendliness at all times.
A great hotel with a great team made this honeymoon
Thankyou from chris and terri wilde
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Absolutely magical experience in the Maldives!