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Club Hotel DolphinvsJW Marriott Costa Elena Resort & Spa, All-Inclusive
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Scores at a Glance
Club Hotel DolphinJW Marriott Costa Elena Resort & Spa, All-Inclusive
Overall
8.1
8.7
Beach
7.4
8.5
Food
8.0
8.8
Service
8.6
8.6
Rooms
7.6
8.9
Luxury
·
9.0
Value
7.9
7.6
Romance
7.6
8.6
Scores out of 10 · higher is better
Quick Stats
| Club Hotel Dolphin | Measure | JW Marriott Costa Elena Resort & Spa, All-Inclusive |
|---|---|---|
| 8.1 | Overall Score | 8.7 (better) |
| 5-star | Star Rating | 5-star |
| 4.7 (9,162) | Google Rating | – |
| (better)From $38 | Price / Night (pp) | From $289 |
| No | Adults Only | No |
| Yes | Kids' Club | Yes |
| Near coast | Beachfront | Oceanfront |
| Mid-size | Resort Size | Grand |
| (better)35 min | Airport Transfer | 90 min |
All Scores
| Club Hotel Dolphin | Measure | JW Marriott Costa Elena Resort & Spa, All-Inclusive |
|---|---|---|
| 7.4 | Beach | 8.5 (better) |
| 8.0 | Food | 8.8 (better) |
| 8.6 | Service | 8.6 |
| 7.6 | Rooms | 8.9 (better) |
| 8.7 | Pools | 9.3 (better) |
| – | Luxury | 9.0 |
| (better)7.9 | Value | 7.6 |
| 8.2 | Family | 8.7 (better) |
| 7.6 | Romance | 8.6 (better) |
| (better)7.8 | Nightlife | 6.8 |
| 6.4 | Quiet | 8.8 (better) |
| 7.8 | Adventure | 8.7 (better) |
| 7.6 | Wellness | 9.1 (better) |
| (better)7.5 | Remote work | 7.4 |
| – | Accessibility | 7.0 |
Of the 15 measures we call, Club Hotel Dolphin leads on 5 and JW Marriott Costa Elena Resort & Spa, All-Inclusive leads on 10.
Vibes
| Club Hotel Dolphin | Measure | JW Marriott Costa Elena Resort & Spa, All-Inclusive |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Romance | Yes |
| Yes | Lively | – |
| Yes | Adventure | Yes |
| – | Quiet | Yes |
Activities
| Club Hotel Dolphin | Measure | JW Marriott Costa Elena Resort & Spa, All-Inclusive |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Spa | Yes |
| Yes | Water sports | Yes |
| Yes | Nightlife | – |
| Yes | Kids | – |
| – | nature | Yes |
| – | Golf | Yes |
Club Hotel Dolphin
- 3 pools
- 2 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- 35 min from CMB
JW Marriott Costa Elena Resort & Spa, All-Inclusive
- 315 guest rooms
- 11 dining options
- 17 swimming pools
- 16000 sq ft spa
Pros · Club Hotel Dolphin
- Verified all-inclusive availability
- Large pool setup with children's pool
- Strong family-friendly amenities
- Friendly staff feedback is recurring
- Convenient for Bandaranaike International Airport
Pros · JW Marriott Costa Elena Resort & Spa, All-Inclusive
- Large luxury all-inclusive footprint with extensive pools and dining.
- Strong wellness positioning with a substantial spa and fitness program.
- Beachfront Costa Elena location with nature and water-sport appeal.
Cons · Club Hotel Dolphin
- All-inclusive is rate-plan dependent
- A la carte dining may cost extra
- Some room refurbishment and air-conditioning complaints
- Large active-resort feel can be noisy
Cons · JW Marriott Costa Elena Resort & Spa, All-Inclusive
- Limited mature guest-review history.
- Remote location may feel isolated for travelers who like to explore towns independently.
- Likely premium pricing compared with established regional all-inclusive options.
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