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Dream of Zanzibar Resort & SpavsParadisus Gran Canaria
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Scores at a Glance
Dream of Zanzibar Resort & SpaParadisus Gran Canaria
Overall
8.6
8.8
Beach
8.3
8.5
Food
8.0
8.8
Service
8.8
8.7
Rooms
8.8
8.8
Luxury
8.6
8.8
Value
8.1
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Romance
8.5
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Scores out of 10 · higher is better
Quick Stats
| Dream of Zanzibar Resort & Spa | Measure | Paradisus Gran Canaria |
|---|---|---|
| 8.6 | Overall Score | 8.8 (better) |
| 5-star | Star Rating | 5-star |
| (better)4.9 (899) | Google Rating | 4.7 (1,867) |
| (better)From $101 | Price / Night (pp) | From $259 |
| No | Adults Only | No |
| – | Kids' Club | Yes |
| Near coast | Beachfront | Near coast |
| Mid-size | Resort Size | Mid-size |
| 45 min | Airport Transfer | – |
All Scores
| Dream of Zanzibar Resort & Spa | Measure | Paradisus Gran Canaria |
|---|---|---|
| 8.3 | Beach | 8.5 (better) |
| 8.0 | Food | 8.8 (better) |
| (better)8.8 | Service | 8.7 |
| 8.8 | Rooms | 8.8 |
| 8.2 | Pools | 8.7 (better) |
| 8.6 | Luxury | 8.8 (better) |
| 8.1 | Value | – |
| 8.0 | Family | 8.6 (better) |
| 8.5 | Romance | – |
| 8.7 | Quiet | – |
| 8.4 | Wellness | 8.4 |
| 8.0 | Remote work | – |
Of the 9 measures we call, Dream of Zanzibar Resort & Spa leads on 3 and Paradisus Gran Canaria leads on 6.
Vibes
| Dream of Zanzibar Resort & Spa | Measure | Paradisus Gran Canaria |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Quiet | – |
Activities
| Dream of Zanzibar Resort & Spa | Measure | Paradisus Gran Canaria |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Spa | Yes |
| Yes | Water sports | Yes |
| Yes | Kids | Yes |
Dream of Zanzibar Resort & Spa
- Full-service spa
- 45 min from ZNZ
Paradisus Gran Canaria
- 3 pools
- 8 places to eat
- Full-service spa
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 · Paradisus Gran Canaria
- Beachfront all-inclusive in Spain.
- Strong food quality and restaurant range.
- Fresh renovated room product.
- Good fit for families and couples.
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 · Paradisus Gran Canaria
- Restaurant reservations can be frustrating.
- The Reserve benefits matter, so standard rooms may feel less premium.
- Atlantic surf can make swimming variable.
- Not an adults-only resort unless booking The Reserve experience.
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