Scores at a Glance
AuramarOcean Blue & Sand
Overall
7.2
8.4
Beach
8.3
8.2
Food
6.8
8.0
Service
·
8.2
Rooms
6.2
7.9
Value
7.7
8.4
Romance
·
8.0
Scores out of 10 · higher is better
Quick Stats
| Auramar | Measure | Ocean Blue & Sand |
|---|---|---|
| 7.2 | Overall Score | 8.4 (better) |
| 5-star | Star Rating | 5-star |
| 4.0 (3,911) | Google Rating | 4.6 (18,388) (better) |
| (better)From $64 | Price / Night (pp) | From $103 |
| No | Adults Only | No |
| Yes | Kids' Club | Yes |
| Near coast | Beachfront | Near coast |
| Mid-size | Resort Size | Mid-size |
| 40 min | Airport Transfer | 30 min (better) |
All Scores
| Auramar | Measure | Ocean Blue & Sand |
|---|---|---|
| (better)8.3 | Beach | 8.2 |
| 6.8 | Food | 8.0 (better) |
| – | Service | 8.2 |
| 6.2 | Rooms | 7.9 (better) |
| 7.4 | Pools | 8.5 (better) |
| 7.7 | Value | 8.4 (better) |
| 7.3 | Family | 8.5 (better) |
| – | Romance | 8.0 |
| – | Nightlife | 8.6 |
| – | Quiet | 7.3 |
| – | Remote work | 6.8 |
Of the 10 measures we call, Auramar leads on 2 and Ocean Blue & Sand leads on 8.
Vibes
| Auramar | Measure | Ocean Blue & Sand |
|---|---|---|
| – | Romance | Yes |
| – | Lively | Yes |
| – | Quiet | Yes |
Activities
| Auramar | Measure | Ocean Blue & Sand |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Water sports | Yes |
| Yes | Kids | Yes |
| – | Spa | Yes |
| – | Nightlife | Yes |
Auramar
- 40 min from FAO
Ocean Blue & Sand
- 2 pools
- 9 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- 30 min from PUJ
Pros · Auramar
- Excellent location near Praia dos Aveiros.
- Good value for travelers prioritizing beach access.
- Straightforward all-inclusive package with meals, drinks, pools and Wi-Fi.
Pros · Ocean Blue & Sand
- Large review base and strong recent overall ratings across official, Tripadvisor, Expedia, and other sources.
- Direct beachfront setting with two large pools and a swim-up bar.
- Good family infrastructure, including Daisy Club, Teenclub, sports area, bowling, and nightly entertainment.
- Dining variety is broad for the price point, with two buffet restaurants, seven themed restaurants, coffee shop, and 11 bars.
Cons · Auramar
- Dated room product.
- Buffet variety is not a premium dining experience.
- Three-star positioning may not fit travelers expecting upscale all-inclusive standards.
Cons · Ocean Blue & Sand
- Seaweed and beach-maintenance variability are recurring issues.
- Rooms can feel dated or damp in some buildings.
- Food and drink quality is inconsistent across restaurants and guest sources.
- Sales-pitch pressure, sunbed competition, and service inconsistency appear in recent guest feedback.
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