Quick Stats
| Club Hotel Dolphin | Measure | Three Little Bears Retreat |
|---|---|---|
| 8.1 | Overall Score | – |
| 5-star | Star Rating | 5-star |
| 4.7 (9,493) | Google Rating | 5.0 (36) (better) |
| From $38 | Price / Night (pp) | Rates TBD |
| No | Adults Only | No |
| Yes | Kids' Club | – |
| Near coast | Beachfront | Near coast |
| Mid-size | Resort Size | Mid-size |
| (better)35 min | Airport Transfer | 75 min |
Of the 2 measures we call, Club Hotel Dolphin leads on 1 and Three Little Bears Retreat leads on 1.
Vibes
| Club Hotel Dolphin | Measure | Three Little Bears Retreat |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Romance | – |
| Yes | Lively | – |
| Yes | Adventure | Yes |
| – | Quiet | Yes |
Activities
| Club Hotel Dolphin | Measure | Three Little Bears Retreat |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Spa | Yes |
| Yes | Water sports | – |
| Yes | Nightlife | – |
| Yes | Kids | Yes |
Club Hotel Dolphin
- 3 pools
- 2 places to eat
- Full-service spa
- 35 min from CMB
Three Little Bears Retreat
- Full-service spa
- 75 min from AVL
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 · Three Little Bears Retreat
- Highly distinctive U.S. all-inclusive-style retreat near Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
- Private cabins and lodges with outdoor space and hot tubs.
- Strong experiential concept around safaris, guiding, local foodways, conservation, and wellness.
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 · Three Little Bears Retreat
- All-inclusive is package-dependent rather than the default product.
- Review coverage is too thin for Gold Standard scoring.
- Not suitable for travelers who want beach, pools, or a classic resort restaurant roster.
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