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Baraza Resort & SpavsClub Med Cefalù
Baraza Resort & SpaClub Med Cefalù
Quick Stats
8.9
Overall Score
8.7
5-star
Star Rating
5-star
4.7 (338)
Google Rating
4.6 (1,535)
$800+
Price / Night
$500-800
No
Adults Only
No
Oceanfront
Beachfront
Oceanfront
Boutique
Resort Size
Mid-size
60 min
Airport Transfer
90 min
All Scores
8.7
Beach
8.8
8.8
Food
8.6
9.0
Service
8.5
9.2
Rooms
8.7
9.1
Luxury
—
9.2
Romance
8.6
8.8
Quiet
8.2
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Adventure
8.3
8.9
Wellness
—
Vibes
Baraza Resort & Spa
RomanceQuiet
Club Med Cefalù
QuietAdventureRomance
Activities
Baraza Resort & Spa
SpaWater sportsDiving
Club Med Cefalù
Water sportsSpaKids
Baraza Resort & Spa
- Adults-only Swahili palace design
- Frangipani spa with Arab baths
- Beachfront dining under stars
- Dhow sunset cruises
Club Med Cefalù
- Clifftop Mediterranean village
- Sailing school and water sports
- Italian cooking classes
- Panoramic pool on the bluff
Pros — Baraza Resort & Spa
- Small all-villa format with very large accommodations.
- Strong luxury design identity with Swahili, Arabic, and Indian architectural influence.
- Direct beachfront setting with water sports, reef activities, and spa.
Pros — Club Med Cefalù
- Highly scenic cliffside setting near Cefalù.
- Strong guest ratings for location, sleep quality, rooms, cleanliness, and service.
- Good fit for active couples and families with older children.
Cons — Baraza Resort & Spa
- Tidal beach conditions require planning.
- Lower public review-count visibility than large-chain resorts.
- Best fit is relaxed luxury rather than nightlife or constant entertainment.
Cons — Club Med Cefalù
- Not a classic wide-sand beach resort.
- Transfer time is meaningful from both Palermo and Catania.
- Value scores trail the strongest categories in published guest ratings.