Scores at a Glance
Club Hotel DolphinSUNRISE Arabian Beach Resort
Overall
8.1
9.0
Beach
7.4
8.7
Food
8.0
8.8
Service
8.6
9.2
Rooms
7.6
8.8
Value
7.9
8.8
Romance
7.6
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Scores out of 10 · higher is better
Quick Stats
| Club Hotel Dolphin | Measure | SUNRISE Arabian Beach Resort |
|---|---|---|
| 8.1 | Overall Score | 9.0 (better) |
| 5-star | Star Rating | 5-star |
| 4.7 (9,319) | Google Rating | 4.9 (31,025) (better) |
| (better)From $38 | Price / Night (pp) | From $90 |
| No | Adults Only | No |
| Yes | Kids' Club | Yes |
| Near coast | Beachfront | Near coast |
| Mid-size | Resort Size | Mid-size |
| 35 min | Airport Transfer | 9 min (better) |
All Scores
| Club Hotel Dolphin | Measure | SUNRISE Arabian Beach Resort |
|---|---|---|
| 7.4 | Beach | 8.7 (better) |
| 8.0 | Food | 8.8 (better) |
| 8.6 | Service | 9.2 (better) |
| 7.6 | Rooms | 8.8 (better) |
| 8.7 | Pools | 9.1 (better) |
| 7.9 | Value | 8.8 (better) |
| 8.2 | Family | 8.8 (better) |
| 7.6 | Romance | – |
| 7.8 | Nightlife | – |
| 6.4 | Quiet | 8.4 (better) |
| 7.8 | Adventure | – |
| 7.6 | Wellness | 8.3 (better) |
| 7.5 | Remote work | – |
Of the 13 measures we call, Club Hotel Dolphin leads on 1 and SUNRISE Arabian Beach Resort leads on 12.
Vibes
| Club Hotel Dolphin | Measure | SUNRISE Arabian Beach Resort |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Romance | – |
| Yes | Lively | – |
| Yes | Adventure | – |
| – | Quiet | Yes |
Activities
| Club Hotel Dolphin | Measure | SUNRISE Arabian Beach Resort |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Spa | Yes |
| Yes | Water sports | Yes |
| Yes | Nightlife | – |
| Yes | Kids | Yes |
Club Hotel Dolphin
- 3 pools
- 2 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- 35 min from CMB
SUNRISE Arabian Beach Resort
- 7 pools
- 9 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- 9 min from SSH
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 · SUNRISE Arabian Beach Resort
- Very strong review volume and service sentiment.
- Private beach, multiple pools and broad dining.
- Clear official family programming for ages 3 to 12.
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 · SUNRISE Arabian Beach Resort
- Premium imported liquor is not evidenced as included.
- Reef entry is not ideal for travelers wanting a gradual sandy shoreline.
- Watersports and boat activities can add meaningful extra cost.
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