- Maldives DMC since 2006
- Direct contract with Hotel Riu Atoll
- Air + sea transfer coordinated
- CuisineInternational
- StyleBuffet
- SettingMain Restaurant
- DressSmart Casual
- AtollDhaalu Atoll
About Main Restaurant
The Dhoni Buffet is the main restaurant at Hotel Riu Atoll, a buffet-style venue serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. It features show cooking stations, a dessert corner and vegetarian options, along with two special themed nights each week for dinner.
Part of the dining roster at Hotel Riu Atoll, Dhaalu Atoll, this international restaurant runs a buffet format · main restaurant setting. Dress code: smart casual.
Other restaurants at Hotel Riu Atoll
Italian RestaurantItalianÀ la CarteSpecialty RestaurantView restaurant- SteakhouseGrills, Steaks, InternationalÀ la CarteSpecialty RestaurantView restaurant
- Lounge BarCocktails, BeveragesCafe/BarIndoor LoungeView restaurant
- Sports BarBeverages, SnacksCafe/BarSports Bar, IndoorView restaurant
- Pool Bar (Swim-Up)Cocktails, BeveragesCafe/BarMain Pool, Sea ViewsView restaurant
Other International restaurants in the Maldives
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Dhaalu AtollPalmat Hotel Riu Palace MaldivasInternationalBuffetMain Restaurant, Outdoor TerraceView restaurant
Raa AtollAqua Restaurantat Emerald Faarufushi Resort & SpaInternationalBuffetView restaurant
Raa AtollJaafaiyat FuraveriInternationalBuffetView restaurant
North Malé AtollLohis Waveat Adaaran Select Hudhuran FushiInternationalCasualbeachfrontView restaurant
The Hotel Riu Atoll experience
Hotel Riu Atoll is a 4-star resort on the island of Kudahuvadhoo in the Dhaalu Atoll. The property maintains a high 4.7/5 rating from over 1,500 reviews, noted for its spotlessly clean environment and relaxed, casual atmosphere. Dining centers on a large buffet restaurant serving varied international cuisine…
Getting there
Dhaalu Atoll sits approximately 150-190 km from Velana International Airport (Malé); the standard transfer is seaplane (40-50 min) or domestic flight to dhaalu airport.
Daylight-only seaplane operations (06:00–15:30) mean late-arriving long-haul flights may require an overnight in Malé before continuing — Resortlife coordinates the full air-and-sea chain when you book through us.
Questions about Main Restaurant
What cuisine does Main Restaurant serve?
Main Restaurant at Hotel Riu Atoll serves International in a buffet format, set main restaurant. The menu rotates with seasonal sourcing — Resortlife can share current dishes on request.Is there a dress code at Main Restaurant?
Main Restaurant operates a smart casual dress code. Most Maldivian resort dining errs on smart-casual after sunset; pack accordingly.Is Main Restaurant included in resort meal plans?
Inclusion depends on the board basis you book — full-board (FB) and all-inclusive (AI) packages at Hotel Riu Atoll cover the main resort restaurants, while specialty venues like Main Restaurant sometimes carry a per-cover supplement or sit on a paid dine-around credit. Resortlife confirms the current inclusion rules at quote.Where is Main Restaurant located?
Main Restaurant is one of the dining venues at Hotel Riu Atoll, set in Dhaalu Atoll. Specialty dining in resort settings is typically a 5–10 minute walk or buggy ride from the villa accommodation.
Reserve at Main Restaurant
Specialty restaurants at Hotel Riu Atoll are typically reserved in-resort once you check in, but Resortlife can flag preferences (theme nights, chef's table, private dining) with the resort before arrival when you book your stay through us.