Scores at a Glance
Calabash HotelIkos Aria
Overall
9.3
9.3
Beach
8.6
8.8
Food
9.5
9.4
Service
9.6
9.4
Rooms
9.4
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Luxury
9.4
—
Value
8.2
8.2
Romance
9.5
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Scores out of 10 — higher is better
Quick Stats
9.3
Overall Score
9.3
5-star
Star Rating
5-star
4.8 (354)
Google Rating
4.7 (673)
From $437
Price / Night (pp)
From $378
No
Adults Only
No
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Kids' Club
Yes
Near coast
Beachfront
Oceanfront
Mid-size
Resort Size
Grand
20 min
Airport Transfer
20 min
All Scores
8.6
Beach
8.8
9.5
Food
9.4
9.6
Service
9.4
9.4
Rooms
—
8.3
Pools
—
9.4
Luxury
—
8.2
Value
8.2
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Family
9.3
9.5
Romance
—
9.4
Quiet
—
8.9
Wellness
—
Vibes
Yes
Romance
Yes
Yes
Quiet
Yes
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Adventure
Yes
Activities
Yes
Spa
Yes
Yes
Water sports
Yes
Yes
Kids
Yes
Calabash Hotel
- 3 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- 20 min from GND
Ikos Aria
- Infinite Lifestyle all-inclusive
- Michelin-starred dining
- Private beach with water sports
- Dine-out at local restaurants
Pros — Calabash Hotel
- Exceptional service and food consensus.
- Quiet beachfront boutique atmosphere.
- Suites and villas emphasize privacy, balconies and luxury touches.
Pros — Ikos Aria
- Consistently strong guest sentiment for service, food and family ease.
- Beachfront setting with pools, kids facilities and upscale all-inclusive inclusions.
- Good fit for families and couples who want calm luxury rather than nightlife.
Cons — Calabash Hotel
- All-inclusive is optional and has exclusions.
- High price point.
- Small scale means fewer facilities than a large all-inclusive resort.
Cons — Ikos Aria
- Premium pricing can feel high if travelers do not use the included experiences.
- Restaurant reservations can require planning.
- Not ideal for travelers who want to walk into a large town every night.