Scores at a Glance
Dream of Zanzibar Resort & SpaReef & Beach Resort
Overall
8.6
8.2
Beach
8.3
8.0
Food
8.0
8.0
Service
8.8
8.6
Rooms
8.8
8.0
Luxury
8.6
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Value
8.1
8.1
Romance
8.5
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Scores out of 10 · higher is better
Quick Stats
| Dream of Zanzibar Resort & Spa | Measure | Reef & Beach Resort |
|---|---|---|
| (better)8.6 | Overall Score | 8.2 |
| (better)5-star | Star Rating | 4-star |
| (better)4.9 (894) | Google Rating | 4.4 (1,901) |
| From $153 | Price / Night (pp) | From $97 (better) |
| No | Adults Only | No |
| – | Kids' Club | Yes |
| Near coast | Beachfront | Near coast |
| Mid-size | Resort Size | Mid-size |
| (better)45 min | Airport Transfer | 75 min |
All Scores
| Dream of Zanzibar Resort & Spa | Measure | Reef & Beach Resort |
|---|---|---|
| (better)8.3 | Beach | 8.0 |
| 8.0 | Food | 8.0 |
| (better)8.8 | Service | 8.6 |
| (better)8.8 | Rooms | 8.0 |
| 8.2 | Pools | 8.5 (better) |
| 8.6 | Luxury | – |
| 8.1 | Value | 8.1 |
| 8.0 | Family | 8.0 |
| 8.5 | Romance | – |
| 8.7 | Quiet | – |
| 8.4 | Wellness | – |
| 8.0 | Remote work | – |
Of the 9 measures we call, Dream of Zanzibar Resort & Spa leads on 7 and Reef & Beach Resort leads on 2.
Vibes
| Dream of Zanzibar Resort & Spa | Measure | Reef & Beach Resort |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Quiet | – |
Activities
| Dream of Zanzibar Resort & Spa | Measure | Reef & Beach Resort |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Spa | Yes |
| Yes | Water sports | Yes |
| Yes | Kids | Yes |
Dream of Zanzibar Resort & Spa
- Full-service spa
- 64 min from ZNZ
Reef & Beach Resort
- 3 pools
- 4 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- Swim-up suites
- 75 min from ZNZ
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 · Reef & Beach Resort
- All-inclusive resort
- Jetty and ocean views
- Multiple restaurants
- Pools and swim-up room options
- Friendly staff feedback
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 · Reef & Beach Resort
- Tide-dependent beach
- Long airport transfer
- Room location matters
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