Hotel Riu Palace Maldivas - All inclusive

5.0 star property
Kedhigandu beachfront property with 3 restaurants and spa

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Reception
1 bedroom, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe
Front of property
Exterior
View from room

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free breakfast
    Free breakfast
  • Electric vehicle charging point
    Electric vehicle charging point
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Bar
    Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
  • Gym
    Gym
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • On a private beach
  • 3 restaurants and 3 bars/lounges
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Free children's club
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels
Feel at home
  • Children's pool
  • Children's club (free)
  • Playground on site
  • Private bathroom
  • Garden
  • Terrace
The price is $1,396
includes taxes & fees
$1,292 per night
Nov 26 - Nov 27

Room options

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Suite, Overwater (CN)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 498 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Suite, Overwater (Swim-Up)

Highlights

Balcony
Private pool
Air conditioning
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 640 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Junior Suite (CN )

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 431 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Junior Suite (Beach )

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 431 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Junior Suite (B2C- US )

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
LED TV
Ceiling fan
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 431 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Junior Suite

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 431 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Suite, Overwater

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 498 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Suite, Overwater (Swim-Up)

Highlights

Balcony
Private pool
Air conditioning
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 640 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Junior Suite (Beach B2C-CA )

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
LED TV
Ceiling fan
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 431 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Junior Suite (Beach )

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
LED TV
Ceiling fan
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 431 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Suite, Overwater (B2C-CA)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
LED TV
Ceiling fan
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 498 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Suite, Overwater (Swim-Up | B2C-CA)

Highlights

Balcony
Private pool
Air conditioning
LED TV
Ceiling fan
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 640 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Junior Suite (B2C-CA)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
LED TV
Ceiling fan
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 431 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Junior Suite (Beach B2C-US )

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
LED TV
Ceiling fan
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 431 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Suite, Overwater (B2C-US)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
LED TV
Ceiling fan
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 498 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Suite, Overwater (Swim-Up | B2C-US)

Highlights

Balcony
Private pool
Air conditioning
LED TV
Ceiling fan
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 640 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Junior Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Junior Suite with Beach Access

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Overwater Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Overwater Suite With Private Pool

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
Kedhigandu Island, Kedhigandu, Dhaalu Atoll

What's nearby

  • Kudahuvadhoo Mosque - 5 min walk - 0.5 km

Restaurants

  • Sports Bar at the Riu Atoll
  • Palm
  • Paradise Pool And Chill Out Bar
  • Dhoni restaurant at the Riu Atoll
  • ‪Boduberu (Barcelon) Bar - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Hotel Riu Palace Maldivas - All inclusive

Hotel Riu Palace Maldivas - All inclusive offers a private beach where you can enjoy beach umbrellas, beachside drinks, and sun loungers, plus you'll have access to onsite scuba diving, snorkeling, and kayaking. The outdoor pool provides a splash of fun, while guests in the mood for pampering can indulge in massages at the spa. Krystal Fusion, one of 3 restaurants, serves Fusion cuisine and is open for dinner. Other highlights at this luxurious property include 3 bars/lounges, a free kid's club, and a poolside bar. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

All inclusive

This property is all-inclusive. Onsite food and beverages are included in the room price (some restrictions may apply).

Gratuities and taxes

Gratuities are included and additional gratuities at guests' discretion are accepted.

Food and beverages

All buffet and à la carte meals, snacks, and beverages included
In-room minibar (all beverages included)
In-room liquor dispensers

Activities and facilities/equipment

All non-motorized water sports are included.

Water activities

Kayaking
Scuba-diving lessons
Snorkeling

Land activities

Fitness facilities
Kids club

Lessons/classes/games

Aerobics
Water fitness

Entertainment

Onsite entertainment and activities
Theme parties

Languages

English

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 176 rooms
  • Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
  • Late check-in subject to availability
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
  • Late check-out subject to availability

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

Special check-in instructions

  • Guests must transfer via airplane and boat to the property; guests must contact the property at least 72 hours before travel, using the contact information on the confirmation received after booking
  • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
  • For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
  • Guests must arrange transfers (surcharge) from Male International Airport to the property. Guests can choose either a 45-minute domestic flight offered by Manta Air to Kudahuvadhoo Airport followed by a 15-minute speedboat transfer to the resort, or a 45-minute seaplane flight. Guests must pay the domestic flight and the speedboat fees at check-out. To guarantee transfers, guests must contact the property with their international flight details when making reservations. Guests must pay the seaplane fee at check-out.
  • This property does not permit name changes on reservations. The name on the booking must match the name of the guest who is checking in and staying at the property; photo ID is required.

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

  • No cribs (infant beds)
  • Free children's club

Pets

  • Pets not allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • No onsite parking
  • Electric vehicle charging point on site

Other information

  • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast each morning 7:30 AM–10:30 AM
  • 3 restaurants
  • 3 bars/lounges
  • Beach bar
  • Poolside bar
  • Swim-up bar
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Water dispenser

Traveling with children

  • Free children's club
  • Children's pool
  • Playground

What to do

  • On a private beach
  • Fitness classes
  • Kayaking
  • Scuba diving
  • Snorkeling
  • Concerts/live shows
  • Evening entertainment

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Hair salon
  • Luggage storage
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • 38 buildings/towers
  • Built in 2019
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • An outdoor pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture & ecosystem education
  • Double-glazed windows
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • No plastic soda bottles
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups only
  • Reusable tableware only
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Walkway to water

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • LED television
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes and slippers

Sleep well

  • Down comforter
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Balcony

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Bulk dispenser for toiletries
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • Energy-saving switches
  • LED light bulbs
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Water-efficient toilets only

Special features

Spa

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the property's full-service spa. Services include massages. The spa is equipped with a steam room.

The spa is open daily. Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa.

Dining

Krystal Fusion - This restaurant specializes in Fusion cuisine and serves dinner only. Reservations are required.
Yu Hi - This restaurant specializes in Japanese cuisine and serves dinner only. Reservations are required. Open daily.
Palm - This buffet restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Open daily.
Sofia - This restaurant specializes in Italian cuisine and serves dinner only. Open 24 hours. Reservations are required. Open daily.
Beef Steak House - This restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves dinner only. Reservations are required. Open daily.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Travelife, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 12 per person, per night
  • Airplane transfer per adult: USD 395 (roundtrip)
  • Airplane transfer per child: USD 352 (roundtrip), from 2 to 11 years old

Optional extras

  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa
  • Reservations are required for massage services and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property uses a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Covid-19 Health Protocol (RIU).
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

RIU Palace Maldivas All Inclusive Kedhigandu
RIU Palace Maldivas - All Inclusive Kedhigandu
RIU Palace Maldivas All Inclusive
RIU Palace Maldivas All Inclusive Hotel Kedhigandu
RIU Palace Maldivas All Inclusive Hotel
Hotel RIU Palace Maldivas - All Inclusive Kedhigandu
Kedhigandu RIU Palace Maldivas - All Inclusive Hotel
Hotel RIU Palace Maldivas - All Inclusive
Riu Maldivas All Inclusive

Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel Riu Palace Maldivas - All inclusive offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hotel Riu Palace Maldivas - All inclusive does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Hotel Riu Palace Maldivas - All inclusive?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool and a children's pool.
Are pets allowed at Hotel Riu Palace Maldivas - All inclusive?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Hotel Riu Palace Maldivas - All inclusive?
Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Hotel Riu Palace Maldivas - All inclusive.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Riu Palace Maldivas - All inclusive?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability).
What is there to do at Hotel Riu Palace Maldivas - All inclusive and nearby?
Have fun with onsite activities like kayaking, snorkeling, and scuba diving. Additional recreation onsite includes fitness classes. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool. Hotel Riu Palace Maldivas - All inclusive also has 3 bars, a private beach, and a 24-hour fitness center, as well as a sauna and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Hotel Riu Palace Maldivas - All inclusive?
Yes, there are 3 onsite restaurants, featuring Fusion cuisine.
Does Hotel Riu Palace Maldivas - All inclusive have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a balcony.
What's the area around Hotel Riu Palace Maldivas - All inclusive like?
Hotel Riu Palace Maldivas - All inclusive is located a short 5-minute walk from Kudahuvadhoo Mosque.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Very Good

Excelente
Raul, 5-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent stay. Staff was very friendly. Outstanding and spacious rooms.
Juan, 5-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Love our stay here! The views were beautiful and the staff was very accommodating. Would definitely come back! Highly recommend the overwater bungalow with pool! The food was okay but you are not really coming for food!
Jessica Andrea, 5-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

We lucked out picking this place for our honeymoon. So presently surprised by how absolutely amazing it was. We got the overwater villa suite for 7 nights and the property, the staff, the food all exceeded our expectation.
Kelsey, 7-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent destination overall 👍 will be returning
jorge, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Robert, 7-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

This resort was a wonderful life experience. The resort and its accommodations were absolutely fabulous. The staff was very accommodating and incredibly friendly. I highly recommend Riu Palace Maldives for that one in a lifetime experience!!
Darrin, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Claire, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

I have never visited a hotel where the staff where so nice and well rounded. No one had a nasty attitude absolutely no one. The food options are great and all inclusive. The only thing is that the Wi-Fi is not the best in the rooms, and that they do not allow drones. Besides that, this was our honeymoon, and we give a 20/10. Greatly recommended.
Yizzy, 5-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

This property was absolutely amazing!!! So beautiful, stunning, breathtaking. Could not recommend this place more! The perfect getaway to a beautiful destination! The staff was so friendly and helpful! I can’t say anything bad about this place or the people. I highly recommend! We definitely would love to come back!
Michelle, 5-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Darrell, 6-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Beautifull place not a 5 star stay!
Beautifull location and views, the food and beverage staff were amazing with great attitude and service but really disappointed with the resort being marketed as a 5 star property when they definitely don't have the level of attention and service to be but a 4 star. From the moment we arrived at the Male airport the reception by the hotel staff was terrible not guest service at all just asked us if we were coming to the hotel and to wait on the side (The presence of the staff wasn't the best to said the least) and them the arrival to the island airport was very much the same, staff just asked you if you were coming to the hotel and to leave your bags there and jump in a bus, them get down from the bus and jump in a boat, again all these steps happen without anyone welcome you or explaining to you the process in a matter expected for a 5 star hotel. Them you arrive to the hotel pier, and you have one person giving cold hand towels and another one giving you old half empty plastic glasses with warm juice and asked everyone to seat on a waiting area so that one staff can barely explain the resort information to everyone and send you out on a golf cart packed with people to your rooms. Again, until now NOTHING of all these steps were even close to a 5-star experience. We arrive to the room and the mini bar consisted of 4 old bottles of vodka, gin, tequila and something else and an office style fridge with couple of sodas a big water bottle and 2 beers. I could keep explaining!!
RAFAEL, 5-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Terrence, 5-night romance trip
Verified Orbitz guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The attention to details is impeccable!
John Max, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

I am really mad because the person booked my transfer to the island of Male on the wrong day.,..had to buy another ticket back home and had to spend a night in a very noisy hotel. .so Riu Palace Maldives how do you plan on conpasating me.... would love to come back but nervous about the trust element...lost almost $2000 to buy another return ticket ticket home and spend a very noisy night in Male... .
Vanitha, 16-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Jazmin, 5-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Really beautiful place
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Albina, 8-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Juan, 5-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

One of the best resort hotels I've ever been to!
Amr, 5-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

We had an excellent stay here!! We even got engaged 💖. The only thing I would say needs a little more entertainment and food variety but overall it was great!!
Aldonsa, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Our stay was awesome! This is definitely a chilled vibe and relaxing resort. We loved our pool OWB! The option to have a pool and access to the ocean! Was a phenomenal experience! Our room was clean & very nice. The bed not as comfy as i would like but we made the best of it. Room service menu was very lack luster. I get it but if i prefer to stay in my room all day then there could be better food options for room service. The food options were pretty decent. Sofia (Italian restaurant) was the only place we were able to make reservations. The food was pretty good; I'm a picky eater. We weren't able to try the other restaurants as there wasn't any open time slots. The drinks were ok until I discovered the pineapple whiskey!! That was my drink during our stay! The bbq was nice and fun. There was a live band, grilling & mimosas by the beach! A perfect Sunday. We preferred the Palace side over Atoll. Marshall was outstanding!! Thank you for taking great care of us!! The staff is very accommodating and attentive. The gift shop is very small. Not many souvenirs too choose from; its a very quaint cute boutique. Plenty of water sports to choose from and their photographer is awesome as well. I did the flying dress session. We really appreciate the fact that we pre made our arrival travel arrangements. Once we landed in MLÉ, there was a RUIwelcoming agent holding a sign guiding us to our seaplane. We were guided all the way to the resort and guided all the way back to the airport.
Craig, 4-night trip
Verified Orbitz guest review

4/10 Fair

I really had high hopes for this resort. However, it failed in most aspects for me. Beautiful resort in general, and friendly staff for the most part. Those are really the only positives I can give this place. Let’s get into the negatives. 1. I had paid for this trip in full back in January 2023. About 3k for the resort and 1K for the plane ticket, which I paid in a package. I didn’t go on the actual trip until June. I had decided to add someone to my reservation. I called Expedia and was instructed to handle everything at the resort. You wouldn't believe that this place charged me an ADDITIONAL $1,800 to add ONE person to MY villa that I had already purchased. THEN they had the nerve to slide a bill under my door for almost $3k saying I still owed them, despite me paying for the resort in full in JANUARY. After I chose not to even address additional bill they attempted to force onto me, they proceeded to CUT OFF my room key, not allowing me to access my room. It took multiple days for them to figure out that I in fact did NOT owe them anymore money. I believe they were trying to take full advantage of me and the situation, very money hungry and low down. I was extremely disappointed. 2. I paid 3k for an overwater bungalow. The room on the inside is EXTREMELY underwhelming. Very unimpressive and mediocre. Not luxurious in the slightest. The outlets by the sink/ mirrors only go up to a certain wattage so you can’t even use a basic flat iron or charge your phone.
Jahmilah, 5-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The property is wonderful, the quality of the buildings the furnishings everything far exceeded my expectations and the people were amazing!
Yolanda, 6-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Tranquil and great service
m, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review