RIU Palace Maldivas

Maldives, Indian Ocean

Virgin rating

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
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

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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Traveller rating

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Nov 15, 2024 Сергей ш

Jessica and romesh very good from the Bar, good cocktails .. All very nice, the pool is nice, beach service very fast, Thanks and chamara helps a lot, detox drink very refreshing, I will come back here again in riu Maldives, my room clean, I'm very happy
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Nov 10, 2024 jaxfella Camborne, United Kingdom

I cannot fault this resort. The palace is peaceful sedate and thoroughly enjoyable. I had very little contact with reception and felt let down in respect of both occasions I contacted them but that is me being picky. The whole place was all I could have hoped for from a luxury holiday. My room was large, spotlessly clean and maintained well. … Read more
I cannot fault this resort. The palace is peaceful sedate and thoroughly enjoyable. I had very little contact with reception and felt let down in respect of both occasions I contacted them but that is me being picky. The whole place was all I could have hoped for from a luxury holiday. My room was large, spotlessly clean and maintained well. Sameera who maintained our room daily was unobtrusive but left no stone unturned to keep the room as good as the day we first walked in throughout a 12 night holiday. The restaurant and bar staff were attentive and always spoke with a smile. General cleaners and grounds staff were equally well mannered but I think, spoke less english. Even down to the man with a laser to chase away the crows during meal times. Everyone took their roll seriously and performed it to the best of their ability. I could not have asked for a better holiday unless it was to make it longer Read less
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Nov 1, 2024 HLaw192 Haverfordwest, United Kingdom

We had an absolute wonderful time at the Riu Palace. The staff went beyond to make sure everything was spot on , to the point that they would even remember your name ! The food was very nice and lots of choice. We went diving with the on site diving company which where extremely friendly and knowledgeable. I would recommend anyone who wants a… Read more
We had an absolute wonderful time at the Riu Palace. The staff went beyond to make sure everything was spot on , to the point that they would even remember your name ! The food was very nice and lots of choice. We went diving with the on site diving company which where extremely friendly and knowledgeable. I would recommend anyone who wants a lovely time in the Maldives to go to the Riu. Sea plane is a must ! Read less
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Oct 26, 2024 antelae

Ammazing place with sunkissed beaches and blue sky . Great customer service.Definitly will come back and recomend to friends and family. Staff is so lovely they went to great length to make our stay so enjoyable. Thank you all for your hospitality. We will remember this for a long time
Image of the Tripadvisor rating RIU PALACE AMAAZZIINNGG

Oct 20, 2024 EWCN Dubai, United Arab Emirates

We stayed here for 5 nights as a couple and it was last minute decision to visit Maldives so I din’t have much expectation since I din’t research much. When we got here staff from airport were so welcoming we were vips from that moment till the day we flew back to our home.The rooms,food,service,different vibes everyday with dj,band the… Read more
We stayed here for 5 nights as a couple and it was last minute decision to visit Maldives so I din’t have much expectation since I din’t research much. When we got here staff from airport were so welcoming we were vips from that moment till the day we flew back to our home.The rooms,food,service,different vibes everyday with dj,band the entertainment was so good especially for someone like me who doesn’t do alot of water activities. We stayed in the water villa and deluxe and both rooms were very spacious and clean. Read less