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Tropical island with white sandy beach, palm trees, and overwater bungalows in blue water.
Modern pool with swim-up bar and palm trees on the beach under clear sky.
Modern overwater bungalow with illuminated walkway and clear blue sky in the background
Modern hotel lounge area with stylish chairs, tables, and decorative elements.
Aerial view of a tropical resort with white buildings by the sea and a long pier.
Beach with lounge chairs and palm trees beside modern hotel buildings under clear sky
Turquoise water and white sandy beach with palm trees on a tropical island
Modern hotel restaurant with buffet, wooden floor, and stylish lighting
Modern restaurant with stylish dining areas and decorative lighting
Modern hotel room with large bed, wooden floor, and view of balcony and sea
Aerial view of a tropical island with white sandy beaches and overwater bungalows.
Bright hotel room with large bed, wooden floor, and balcony with sea view.
Modern bathroom with double sinks, glass shower, and decorative wall tiles.
Modern hotel room with double bed, sofa, wooden floor, and wall art.
Modern bathroom with double sinks, decorative tiles, and walk-in shower.
Modern hotel room with large bed, sofa, wooden floor, and wall-mounted TV.
Modern hotel room with double bed, sofa, wood flooring, and balcony view.
Modern bathroom with wooden floor, glass shower enclosure, and two sinks on a patterned wall.
Two lounge chairs on a deck overlooking the sea and palm trees at sunset.
Bright hotel room with double bed, living area, TV, and large window with curtains
Modern bathroom with freestanding bathtub and stylish tiled wall.
Modern hotel room with freestanding bathtub, bed, sofa, and balcony.
A small outdoor pool with a modern sunshade canopy surrounded by green foliage.
Modern gym with equipment and panoramic windows overlooking the sea.
A tray with two bowls, wooden spoons, and a rolled towel next to white flowers.
A relaxing massage is being given in a calm spa room.
Malediven ∙ Male ∙ Dhaalu Atoll

RIU Atoll ****

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Location

The resort is located on the private island of Maafushi in the Dhaalu Atoll, which is connected by a jetty to the neighboring island of Kedigandu and the sister hotel RIU Palace Maldivas located there. Transfer is by domestic flight (approx. 45 minutes) to the airport island of Kudahuvadhoo, followed by a speedboat transfer (approx. 15 minutes). A seaplane transfer (approx. 45 minutes) can be booked for an additional charge and upon request.
Aerial view of a tropical island with white sandy beaches and overwater bungalows.

Facilities

The RIU Atoll Maafushi Island, newly opened in May 2019, features 264 rooms, spread across the island and on stilts over the water. Amenities include an open reception area with seating, a boutique, a hairdresser, and a mini-market. For culinary delights, there is the main restaurant and two specialty restaurants (steakhouse and Italian cuisine), as well as three bars. Outdoors, the swimming pool with a swim-up bar and adjacent children's pool invite you to relax. Sun loungers, umbrellas, and beach towels are provided free of charge.

Accommodation

Bright hotel room with large bed, wooden floor, and balcony with sea view.
Modern bathroom with double sinks, glass shower, and decorative wall tiles.
Modern hotel room with double bed, sofa, wooden floor, and wall art.

Double room sea view

The rooms (approx. 31 sqm) are located in two-story buildings on the upper floor and feature a shower/WC, hairdryer, air conditioning, ceiling fan, satellite TV, safe, minibar, seating area, and a balcony with sea view (DM/DEM).

Beach Room Ocean Front

With the same amenities and size as the double rooms with sea view, these rooms are located on the ground floor and have a terrace (2BQ/1BQ).

Modern hotel room with large bed, wooden floor, and view of balcony and sea
Modern bathroom with double sinks, decorative tiles, and walk-in shower.
Modern hotel room with large bed, sofa, wooden floor, and wall-mounted TV.
Modern hotel room with double bed, sofa, wood flooring, and balcony view.
Modern bathroom with wooden floor, glass shower enclosure, and two sinks on a patterned wall.
Two lounge chairs on a deck overlooking the sea and palm trees at sunset.

Overwater Juniorsuite

With similar amenities to the double rooms with sea view, this room category is located on stilts over the water and is more spacious (37 sqm). Additional amenities include bathrobes and slippers, a beverage dispenser, and direct access to the sea (O2V).

Overwater Juniorsuite Superior

With the same amenities as the Overwater Juniorsuite, it is more spacious (41 sqm) and includes an additional bathtub (O2U).

Bright hotel room with double bed, living area, TV, and large window with curtains
Modern bathroom with freestanding bathtub and stylish tiled wall.
Modern hotel room with freestanding bathtub, bed, sofa, and balcony.

All Inclusive

All Inclusive

Varied breakfast buffet, lunch and dinner in buffet form (various theme nights 3 times a week) and 24-hour snacks. Optional à la carte dinner with reservation. National and international non-alcoholic and alcoholic beverages 24 hours at the bars.
- Minibar in the rooms is refilled.
- Beverage dispenser in the Overwater Junior Suites and Overwater Junior Suites Superior is refilled.

Sports Included

Fitness room, group fitness classes in the RiuFit area (daily), kayak, pedal boat, stand-up paddling, and a trial diving session once.

Sports for a Fee

PADI diving center and motorized water sports on the beach.

Children's Program

A small outdoor pool with a modern sunshade canopy surrounded by green foliage.
For the little guests, the hotel has a kids' club "RIULand" (4-12 years), a children's pool, and a playground.

Wellness

SPA area (343 sqm) with sauna, massages, and treatments for a fee. Use of the steam bath is free of charge.
A tray with two bowls, wooden spoons, and a rolled towel next to white flowers.
A relaxing massage is being given in a calm spa room.

Hotel Service

Wi-Fi access is available free of charge throughout the hotel.

Credit Card

Deposit: A credit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for unforeseen expenses.

Hotel features

  • Animation
  • Direct Beach Location
  • Family Friendly
  • Fitness
  • Hotel Safe
  • Internet
  • Kids Club/Mini Club
  • Children's Pool
  • Children's Playground
  • Air Conditioning
  • Romance & Honeymooners
  • Massages
  • Sandy Beach
  • Spa
  • Diving
  • Wi-Fi
  • Extended Hygiene Concept

Sustainability

Travel with a Future provides assistance in making conscious decisions. Our label identifies hotels that are certified according to internationally recognized standards for sustainable operating practices and are actively investing in a more sustainable future. These standards include social responsibility, environmental awareness, and cultural and economic aspects of sustainable tourism, as defined by the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC).

Further information on sustainability at schauinsland-reisen at: https://nachhaltigkeit.schauinsland-reisen.de/reisen-mit-zukunft

This hotel has the following certification:
  • Travelife

Note

Hotel-independent transfer information:
Speedboat: Operates for estimated arrival/departure between 5 AM and 11 PM // Domestic flight: Operates for estimated arrivals/departures between 9:30 AM and 4 PM // Seaplane: Operates for estimated arrivals/departures between 9 AM and 3 PM.
Waiting times of 3 hours or more for onward transfer are possible.
Seaplane transfers may include 1-2 intermediate landings.
For arrivals/departures outside the above-mentioned times, in case of bad weather, or long waiting times for entry, an overnight stay in Male may be necessary.
Seaplane flights and most boat transfers (depending on the island's location) and currently mostly domestic flights are only operated during the day. Therefore, an overnight stay in Male may be required.
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In the Maldives, most rooms are equipped with one or two queen/king-size beds. For an occupancy of 2 adults + 1 or 2 children, it is possible that only 1 or 2 large beds are available in total. Accordingly, if 2 adults + 1 or 2 children share a room, one child may have to sleep in the parents' bed. Seaplane flights and most boat transfers (depending on the island's location) and currently mostly domestic flights are only operated during the day. Therefore, an overnight stay in Male may be required.
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Baggage allowance for seaplanes is 20 kg + 5 kg hand luggage per person. Excess baggage is payable on site (approx. USD 5 per kg). Excess baggage is usually delivered by boat.
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In the Maldives, sinks or bathtubs/whirlpools may be integrated openly into the general living area of the hotel room without spatial separation.
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Please note that rooms with direct pool/sea access can only be booked for travelers with children aged 7 and above for safety reasons.
Maafushi Island
- Dhaalu Atoll-Maldives-
Tel.: +960 400 3700
Reservations: 0800 723 43 60 *
reservations.maldives@riu.com
In the catalog "Long-Haul Travel" Summer 2024 on page 118.
In the catalog "Long-Haul Travel" 2024/25 on page 120.

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