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Dream of Zanzibar Resort & SpavsValamar Bellevue Resort
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Scores at a Glance
Dream of Zanzibar Resort & SpaValamar Bellevue Resort
Overall
8.6
9.0
Beach
8.3
8.7
Food
8.0
8.4
Service
8.8
8.8
Rooms
8.8
8.6
Luxury
8.6
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Value
8.1
8.3
Romance
8.5
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Scores out of 10 · higher is better
Quick Stats
| Dream of Zanzibar Resort & Spa | Measure | Valamar Bellevue Resort |
|---|---|---|
| 8.6 | Overall Score | 9.0 (better) |
| (better)5-star | Star Rating | 4-star |
| (better)4.9 (899) | Google Rating | 4.7 (3,142) |
| (better)From $101 | Price / Night (pp) | From $238 |
| No | Adults Only | No |
| – | Kids' Club | Yes |
| Near coast | Beachfront | Near coast |
| Mid-size | Resort Size | Mid-size |
| 45 min | Airport Transfer | 44 min (better) |
All Scores
| Dream of Zanzibar Resort & Spa | Measure | Valamar Bellevue Resort |
|---|---|---|
| 8.3 | Beach | 8.7 (better) |
| 8.0 | Food | 8.4 (better) |
| 8.8 | Service | 8.8 |
| (better)8.8 | Rooms | 8.6 |
| 8.2 | Pools | 8.8 (better) |
| 8.6 | Luxury | – |
| 8.1 | Value | 8.3 (better) |
| 8.0 | Family | 9.2 (better) |
| 8.5 | Romance | – |
| 8.7 | Quiet | – |
| 8.4 | Wellness | – |
| (better)8.0 | Remote work | 7.8 |
Of the 12 measures we call, Dream of Zanzibar Resort & Spa leads on 5 and Valamar Bellevue Resort leads on 7.
Vibes
| Dream of Zanzibar Resort & Spa | Measure | Valamar Bellevue Resort |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Quiet | – |
Activities
| Dream of Zanzibar Resort & Spa | Measure | Valamar Bellevue Resort |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Spa | – |
| Yes | Water sports | Yes |
| Yes | Kids | Yes |
Dream of Zanzibar Resort & Spa
- Full-service spa
- 45 min from ZNZ
Valamar Bellevue Resort
- Swim-up suites
- 44 min from PUY
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 · Valamar Bellevue Resort
- Officially confirmed family resort with Maro kids programming
- Strong review-platform scores and large Google review base
- Blue Flag beach context, pools, tennis, swim-up rooms, pet-friendly selected rooms, and strong Wi-Fi evidence
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 · Valamar Bellevue Resort
- Direct resort-specific Reddit evidence was limited
- Pebble beach and lounger logistics may not satisfy every beach traveler
- Family-centered atmosphere may not suit quiet adult escapes
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