Hotel RIU Atoll

Maldives, Indian Ocean

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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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Image of the Tripadvisor rating The A team in all riu

Oct 29, 2025 Iana T

The staff was amazing especially sunshine team I want give big thanks to them to looking after us like a family.the best bar ever I had customers service,kind,hospitality you can see sunshine bar.they always smiling when we come to counter singhe,Aminda,nico,jessi,mirah super friendly and best hospitality.
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Oct 28, 2025 Anna M

Staff is very good especially sunshine bar team they were looks after us very well big shoutout to aminda,singhe,jessi,niko,dasun,supun are the best
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Oct 26, 2025 Pirouz S

We stayed at Atoll for two occasions, my wife birthday and our 15th year anniversary. Hotel Atoll exceeded every expectation. Nestled on a pristine island surrounded by turquoise waters and powdery white sand, this resort is the epitome of tropical luxury. The staff was incredibly friendly and attentive, making us feel right at home. Exceptional… Read more
We stayed at Atoll for two occasions, my wife birthday and our 15th year anniversary. Hotel Atoll exceeded every expectation. Nestled on a pristine island surrounded by turquoise waters and powdery white sand, this resort is the epitome of tropical luxury. The staff was incredibly friendly and attentive, making us feel right at home. Exceptional service! Accommodation: We stayed in an overwater villa, and it was pure magic. Waking up to the sound of gentle waves and stepping straight into the ocean from our deck was unforgettable. The room was spacious, impeccably clean, and modern touches with a private drink bar. Exceptional Service in Atoll: From the moment we arrived, the staff at Atoll made us feel like royalty. Every interaction was warm, professional, and genuinely caring. Whether it was the welcome drink, the personalized room setup, or the attentive housekeeping, every detail was thoughtfully handled. Every staff member seemed truly invested in making our stay unforgettable. It’s rare to find such a perfect blend of luxury and heartfelt service. We left feeling pampered, relaxed, and incredibly grateful. Restaurants: The food was phenomenal. From fresh fish to international cuisine, every meal was a delight. The breakfast buffet was especially impressive, the steak house and Italian restaurant offered great meals. The restaurants staff were the most friendly and helpful people. We felt truly cared for and appreciated their genuine hospitality. Entertainments: If you're looking for a hotel that knows how to throw a party, Atoll is it! The nightly entertainment was phenomenal—live bands, White Night and Flower Night. The energy was contagious, and the staff made sure everyone was having a blast. Our special thanks: Special thanks to Mohammad and Latheef for keeping our room pristine and adding personal touches that made our stay unforgettable. They went above and beyond fresh towels, beautifully arranged beds, and even thoughtful towel art that made us smile everyday, especially on my wife birthday and our 15 year anniversary. Mohammad and Latheef are the heart of hospitality! Our special thanks to Phillipe the manager of restaurants at Riu Atoll. He arranged a dinner at the Steak House for our anniversary. He suprised us with cake and decorated our table with flowers. It was a truly magical evening for us, and we felt truly special. Our thanks to Andy and the lady from Cameroon in the main restaurant. They were absolute gem. They greeted us with warm smile and always helpful. A big thank for the gentleman with the bear at the reception. He was so nice and helpful. We had a slow WiFi for the first few days, so we couldn't check our security cameras at home. So he let us to use his WiFi to check the cameras. A big thank to Rangina for helping us with a late checkout. A big thank to Aminda from the beach bar, Chandana from the main bar. They are true artist behind the bar. A big thank to Fiz from the main bar and Marchee from the sport bar for taking care of us. A perfect blend of comfort and luxury - I would highly recomment Riu Atoll. Best, Pirouz Samipour Read less
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Oct 25, 2025 196946 Llandudno, United Kingdom

Can’t fault this place in any way…..paradise, so nice we’re back next year. Such friendly helpful staff. Great food selection too.
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Oct 19, 2025 Esther B

Hotel is very beautiful.I like to invite to all of you riu maldives to see how its beautiful,the staff was amazing especially pool bar. Aminda,singhe,jessica,niko,kelvin,nico,geetha,bharat are best of the best.