Scores at a Glance
Dream of Zanzibar Resort & SpaJAZ Makadina
Overall
8.6
9.0
Beach
8.3
9.0
Food
8.0
8.8
Service
8.8
9.2
Rooms
8.8
8.5
Luxury
8.6
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Value
8.1
8.7
Romance
8.5
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Scores out of 10 · higher is better
Quick Stats
| Dream of Zanzibar Resort & Spa | Measure | JAZ Makadina |
|---|---|---|
| 8.6 | Overall Score | 9.0 (better) |
| 5-star | Star Rating | 5-star |
| 4.9 (899) | Google Rating | 4.9 (10,545) |
| From $101 | Price / Night (pp) | From $92 (better) |
| No | Adults Only | No |
| – | Kids' Club | Yes |
| Near coast | Beachfront | Near coast |
| Mid-size | Resort Size | Mid-size |
| 45 min | Airport Transfer | 35 min (better) |
All Scores
| Dream of Zanzibar Resort & Spa | Measure | JAZ Makadina |
|---|---|---|
| 8.3 | Beach | 9.0 (better) |
| 8.0 | Food | 8.8 (better) |
| 8.8 | Service | 9.2 (better) |
| (better)8.8 | Rooms | 8.5 |
| 8.2 | Pools | 8.4 (better) |
| 8.6 | Luxury | – |
| 8.1 | Value | 8.7 (better) |
| 8.0 | Family | 8.8 (better) |
| 8.5 | Romance | – |
| 8.7 | Quiet | – |
| – | Adventure | 8.7 |
| 8.4 | Wellness | – |
| 8.0 | Remote work | – |
Of the 10 measures we call, Dream of Zanzibar Resort & Spa leads on 1 and JAZ Makadina leads on 9.
Vibes
| Dream of Zanzibar Resort & Spa | Measure | JAZ Makadina |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Quiet | – |
| – | Adventure | Yes |
Activities
| Dream of Zanzibar Resort & Spa | Measure | JAZ Makadina |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Spa | Yes |
| Yes | Water sports | Yes |
| Yes | Kids | Yes |
Dream of Zanzibar Resort & Spa
- Full-service spa
- 45 min from ZNZ
JAZ Makadina
- 2 pools
- 2 places to eat
- Full-service spa
- Gated, 24-hour security
- 35 min from HRG
Pros · Dream of Zanzibar Resort & Spa
- Premium all-inclusive plan with meals, drinks, cocktails, and appetizers included.
- Small boutique scale with spacious suites.
- Direct Uroa beachfront setting on Zanzibar's east coast.
- Strong spa, gym, hammam, sauna, and wellness facilities for a compact resort.
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
- Only one primary restaurant is verified.
- Beach swimming is tide-dependent.
- Excursions, taxis, and safari trips are not evidenced as included.
- Limited review volume compared with major Caribbean all-inclusive resorts.
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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