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Hotel Riu Palace Maldivas
Maldives, Indian Ocean
Maldives Islands
If you're thinking of having a luxury holiday in a paradise destination, Hotel Riu Palace Maldivas is the ideal place for you. This all-inclusive resort in the Maldives is located on the private island of Kedhigandu and it offers an all-inclusive 24-hour service, free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel, a wide range of cuisines and many relaxation and entertainment options.
To help you enjoy your stay in maximum comfort, the Hotel Riu Palace Maldivas has Junior Suites located in various villas, as well as the exclusive overwater suites, some of which have small private pools. Its more than 150 rooms are equipped with minibars, drinks dispensers, kettles, air conditioning and satellite tv, among many other facilities.
The pool at this hotel in Kedhigandu is one of its most charming places, as it has stunning views of the sea with a swim-up bar and a chill-out zone. But, if you prefer the white sand and crystalline waters of your surroundings, the hotel offers you direct access to the beach that fringes Kedhigandu island so that you can relax on the sun loungers we have set up for you. We haven't forgotten about the little ones in the family: Hotel Riu Atoll has a children's pool and the RiuLand kids' club so that children can have fun too on holiday. They are located on the neighbouring island of Maafushi, which you can access by footbridge.
Hotel Riu Palace Maldivas offers a range of cuisines that will surprise you. The main restaurant serves buffet breakfasts, lunches and dinners with live cooking stations, and the Japanese and fusion cooking restaurants you can enjoy delicious à la carte dishes for dinner. You can also try the Italian restaurant and the steakhouse at Hotel Riu Atoll if you want to try something different.
Facilities
- Badminton*
- Surfing*
- Beach volleyball
- Fitness
- Canoeing*
- Catamaran sailing
- Diving
- Banana boating*
- Aqua fit
- Spa centre*
- Please note some facilities may incur an additional fee
Due to the surrounding area and the number of steps around the hotel, it may not be suitable for those with mobility difficulties.
The Local Area
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Exceptional Hospitality That Made Our Trip: Thank You, Anu, Abu, Shuau, and Shibah!
While the beautiful ocean, pleasant breeze, delicious food, and fun events alone made our time at Riu Palace Maldives perfect, it was the warm care and delightful conversations with the staff that truly made it a resort we definitely want to visit again.
At Paradise Pool Bar, Anu crafted cocktails that were a delight for both the eyes and the palate. The 'Anu Special' tasted just as amazing as its beautiful purple hue, and the crunchy texture of the passion fruit seeds was absolutely wonderful.
Abu at Palm Restaurant is from Thinadhoo City in the Huvadhu Atoll, and he shared such fascinating stories about his hometown's location and local economy. Thanks to his linguistic wit—effortlessly switching between Korean, Japanese, and Chinese—our table and the surrounding guests were constantly bursting into laughter whenever he was around.
At Yuhi Restaurant, we had a fantastic time chatting with Shuau about Sri Lanka and Korea. I was really impressed by his genuinely professional service that never felt overbearing, not to mention his handsome looks.
I also can't forget the thoughtfulness of Shibah, a buggy driver. He always greeted passing guests first, and worried that people might be exhausted walking under the scorching sun, he would always stop to offer a ride if he had empty seats. I was truly amazed by his attentiveness when he remembered our room and dropped us off right in front of it without us even having to ask.
I also want to express my deep gratitude to Sijo, Pasi, Chamara, Chamika, and Samee. They always took such great care of us with bright smiles and true sincerity. It was wonderful to see them treating not just my wife and me, but all the guests with the exact same level of dedication.
Thanks to the breathtaking nature, great facilities, and the incredible staff who made it all so special, Riu Palace has become the resort of a lifetime for us—a place we simply must return to.
Review by Getaway56653839562 Seoul, South Korea
Wonderful bar staff & delicious non-alcoholic mocktails!
Huge shoutout to Anu, Puja, Samee, Thanuka, Chamara, Pasi and Chamika! The whole bar team is incredibly friendly and welcoming. They recommended amazing non-alcoholic tropical mocktails for us. The fruit drinks are fresh, tasty and beautifully made. We really enjoyed our time at the bar thanks to their great service. 10/10!
Riu Palace Maldives Wedding Anniversary Celebration
My wife and I had the joy of celebrating our 20th wedding anniversary at Riu Palace Maldivas, and it was truly unforgettable. From the moment we arrived, the service was exceptional — every staff member we encountered, from room service attendants and buggie drivers to restaurant staff, chefs, bar service, and entertainment teams, went above and beyond to make our stay special.
The atmosphere was serene and relaxing, perfectly suited for a milestone celebration. The food was consistently excellent, offering both variety and quality, and the service was warm, attentive, and genuinely friendly. Our anniversary was made delightful by the thoughtful touches and hospitality that made us feel celebrated and cared for.
We wholeheartedly recommend Riu Palace Maldivas to anyone seeking a resort that combines outstanding service, delicious cuisine, and a welcoming environment. It is a place where memories are beautifully made, and we are grateful for the experience. Thank you from Ben & Dorah
Review by Benju72 Constantia, South Africa
A Truly Special Holiday – RIU Palace Maldives
Some holidays are great, and then there are those that you know are going to be special from the moment you arrive. Our 8 nights at RIU Palace Maldives was definitely one of those.
From the minute you arrive, there is just something special about the place. The setting and views are absolutely incredible, but what really made the holiday stand out for us was the staff. Everyone we dealt with, from the garden team to the restaurant, bar and serving staff, was genuinely friendly, welcoming and always willing to help. It made the entire stay feel that much more personal.
The food was another major highlight. We honestly did not expect the buffet to be as good as it was. Every meal, from breakfast through to dinner, was superb with a great selection and consistently high quality. Travelling with kids, we originally thought we would probably only do one of the restaurants once or twice, but the buffet was basically restaurant quality every night. It never felt repetitive or like your typical resort buffet.
A special mention to the Chef running the buffet — world class. Thank you to you and your entire team of chefs. The quality and consistency of the food throughout our stay was exceptional and played a huge part in making the holiday so memorable.
The combination of the incredible surroundings, excellent food and genuinely friendly staff made this one of those holidays that is difficult to fault.
An amazing 8 nights and an experience we will remember for a long time. Hopefully we will be back again soon. I honestly do not know how we are going to top this holiday.
Review by Marchandmeyer Umdloti, South Africa
Excelent
Thank you sooo much you made our holiday it was great time hope to see you all .pool bar Anu you are the best . pasi ,chamara,chamika,nandana,sagar,puja,samee we love you all
Review by Goran T Maribor, Slovenia
