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Emerald Faarufushi Resort & SpavsGrand Bávaro Princess
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Scores at a Glance
Emerald Faarufushi Resort & SpaGrand Bávaro Princess
Overall
9.4
8.2
Beach
9.5
8.7
Food
9.2
7.3
Service
9.5
7.8
Rooms
9.3
8.2
Luxury
9.2
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Value
8.6
8.2
Romance
9.4
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Scores out of 10 · higher is better
Quick Stats
| Emerald Faarufushi Resort & Spa | Measure | Grand Bávaro Princess |
|---|---|---|
| (better)9.4 | Overall Score | 8.2 |
| 5-star | Star Rating | 5-star |
| (better)4.9 (190) | Google Rating | 4.4 (12,248) |
| From $1035 | Price / Night (pp) | From $82 (better) |
| No | Adults Only | No |
| Yes | Kids' Club | Yes |
| Near coast | Beachfront | Near coast |
| Mid-size | Resort Size | Mid-size |
| 45 min | Airport Transfer | 20 min (better) |
All Scores
| Emerald Faarufushi Resort & Spa | Measure | Grand Bávaro Princess |
|---|---|---|
| (better)9.5 | Beach | 8.7 |
| (better)9.2 | Food | 7.3 |
| (better)9.5 | Service | 7.8 |
| (better)9.3 | Rooms | 8.2 |
| (better)8.8 | Pools | 8.4 |
| 9.2 | Luxury | – |
| (better)8.6 | Value | 8.2 |
| 8.8 | Family | 8.8 |
| 9.4 | Romance | – |
| – | Nightlife | 8.2 |
| (better)9.3 | Quiet | 7.4 |
| 8.7 | Wellness | – |
| – | Remote work | 6.3 |
Of the 11 measures we call, Emerald Faarufushi Resort & Spa leads on 9 and Grand Bávaro Princess leads on 2.
Vibes
| Emerald Faarufushi Resort & Spa | Measure | Grand Bávaro Princess |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Romance | – |
| Yes | Quiet | Yes |
| – | Lively | Yes |
Activities
| Emerald Faarufushi Resort & Spa | Measure | Grand Bávaro Princess |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Spa | Yes |
| Yes | Water sports | Yes |
| Yes | Kids | Yes |
| – | Nightlife | Yes |
Emerald Faarufushi Resort & Spa
- Full-service spa
- Overwater bungalows
- Butler service
- 50 min from MLE
Grand Bávaro Princess
- 3 pools
- 11 places to eat
- Full-service spa
- 20 min from PUJ
Pros · Emerald Faarufushi Resort & Spa
- House reef
- Dine-around Deluxe AI
- Private pools on most villas
Pros · Grand Bávaro Princess
- Beautiful beachfront setting with strong recent beach and grounds sentiment.
- Very spacious room formats, including Bungalow, Platinum, Family Club, and honeymoon-style options.
- Large restaurant and bar footprint with international themes and several buffet/snack options.
- Good fit for families who want activities, wildlife, pools, beach, and a large resort environment.
Cons · Emerald Faarufushi Resort & Spa
- Seaplane cost and weather risk
- Small island nightlife
Cons · Grand Bávaro Princess
- Wi-Fi is a weak point compared with other resort features.
- Food quality is inconsistent across guest sources.
- The resort scale means shuttle waits and walking distances can affect the stay.
- Humidity, mosquitoes, and room dampness appear repeatedly in recent guest feedback.
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