Scores at a Glance
Calabash HotelJAZ Makadina
Overall
9.3
9.0
Beach
8.6
9.0
Food
9.5
8.8
Service
9.6
9.2
Rooms
9.4
8.5
Luxury
9.4
·
Value
8.2
8.7
Romance
9.5
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Scores out of 10 · higher is better
Quick Stats
| Calabash Hotel | Measure | JAZ Makadina |
|---|---|---|
| (better)9.3 | Overall Score | 9.0 |
| 5-star | Star Rating | 5-star |
| 4.8 (353) | Google Rating | 4.9 (10,537) (better) |
| From $437 | Price / Night (pp) | From $92 (better) |
| No | Adults Only | No |
| – | Kids' Club | Yes |
| Near coast | Beachfront | Near coast |
| Mid-size | Resort Size | Mid-size |
| (better)20 min | Airport Transfer | 35 min |
All Scores
| Calabash Hotel | Measure | JAZ Makadina |
|---|---|---|
| 8.6 | Beach | 9.0 (better) |
| (better)9.5 | Food | 8.8 |
| (better)9.6 | Service | 9.2 |
| (better)9.4 | Rooms | 8.5 |
| 8.3 | Pools | 8.4 (better) |
| 9.4 | Luxury | – |
| 8.2 | Value | 8.7 (better) |
| – | Family | 8.8 |
| 9.5 | Romance | – |
| 9.4 | Quiet | – |
| – | Adventure | 8.7 |
| 8.9 | Wellness | – |
Of the 10 measures we call, Calabash Hotel leads on 5 and JAZ Makadina leads on 5.
Vibes
| Calabash Hotel | Measure | JAZ Makadina |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Romance | – |
| Yes | Quiet | – |
| – | Adventure | Yes |
Activities
| Calabash Hotel | Measure | JAZ Makadina |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Spa | Yes |
| Yes | Water sports | Yes |
| Yes | Kids | Yes |
Calabash Hotel
- 3 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- 20 min from GND
JAZ Makadina
- 2 pools
- 2 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- Gated, 24-hour security
- 35 min from HRG
Pros · Calabash Hotel
- Exceptional service and food consensus.
- Quiet beachfront boutique atmosphere.
- Suites and villas emphasize privacy, balconies and luxury touches.
Pros · JAZ Makadina
- True all-inclusive product
- Beachfront Red Sea snorkeling
- Strong service feedback
- Family rooms and kids facilities
- Water park access
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 · JAZ Makadina
- Minibar may cost extra
- Pool setup is smaller than megaresorts
- Premium drink scope needs confirmation
- Nightlife is low-key
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