Scores at a Glance
Dream of Zanzibar Resort & SpaJAZ Makadina
Overall
8.8
9.0
Beach
8.2
9.0
Food
8.8
8.8
Service
9.0
9.2
Rooms
8.8
8.5
Luxury
8.6
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Value
·
8.7
Scores out of 10 · higher is better
Quick Stats
8.8
Overall Score
9.0
5-star
Star Rating
5-star
4.9 (877)
Google Rating
4.9 (10,504)
Rates TBD
Price / Night (pp)
Rates TBD
No
Adults Only
No
–
Kids' Club
Yes
Near coast
Beachfront
Near coast
Mid-size
Resort Size
Mid-size
64 min
Airport Transfer
35 min
All Scores
8.2
Beach
9.0
8.8
Food
8.8
9.0
Service
9.2
8.8
Rooms
8.5
8.4
Pools
8.4
8.6
Luxury
–
–
Value
8.7
8.0
Family
8.8
8.6
Quiet
–
–
Adventure
8.7
8.0
Remote work
–
Vibes
Yes
Quiet
–
–
Adventure
Yes
Activities
Yes
Spa
Yes
Yes
Water sports
Yes
Yes
Kids
Yes
Dream of Zanzibar Resort & Spa
- Full-service spa
- 64 min from ZNZ
JAZ Makadina
- 2 pools
- 2 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- Gated, 24-hour security
- 35 min from HRG
Pros · Dream of Zanzibar Resort & Spa
- Premium all-inclusive plan is clearly published.
- Large suites with ocean-view options.
- Strong early guest signals for staff and food.
- Spa, gym, PADI dive centre and 24-hour room service.
Pros · JAZ Makadina
- True all-inclusive product
- Beachfront Red Sea snorkeling
- Strong service feedback
- Family rooms and kids facilities
- Water park access
Cons · Dream of Zanzibar Resort & Spa
- Thin Reddit and still-maturing review base.
- Only one main restaurant and bar verified on official pages.
- Uroa beach swimming varies by tide.
Cons · JAZ Makadina
- Minibar may cost extra
- Pool setup is smaller than megaresorts
- Premium drink scope needs confirmation
- Nightlife is low-key