Scores at a Glance
Emerald Faarufushi Resort & SpaJAZ Makadina
Overall
9.4
9.0
Beach
9.5
9.0
Food
9.2
8.8
Service
9.5
9.2
Rooms
9.3
8.5
Luxury
9.2
·
Value
8.6
8.7
Romance
9.4
·
Scores out of 10 · higher is better
Quick Stats
| Emerald Faarufushi Resort & Spa | Measure | JAZ Makadina |
|---|---|---|
| (better)9.4 | Overall Score | 9.0 |
| 5-star | Star Rating | 5-star |
| 4.9 (190) | Google Rating | 4.9 (10,545) |
| From $1035 | Price / Night (pp) | From $92 (better) |
| No | Adults Only | No |
| Yes | Kids' Club | Yes |
| Near coast | Beachfront | Near coast |
| Mid-size | Resort Size | Mid-size |
| 45 min | Airport Transfer | 35 min (better) |
All Scores
| Emerald Faarufushi Resort & Spa | Measure | JAZ Makadina |
|---|---|---|
| (better)9.5 | Beach | 9.0 |
| (better)9.2 | Food | 8.8 |
| (better)9.5 | Service | 9.2 |
| (better)9.3 | Rooms | 8.5 |
| (better)8.8 | Pools | 8.4 |
| 9.2 | Luxury | – |
| 8.6 | Value | 8.7 (better) |
| 8.8 | Family | 8.8 |
| 9.4 | Romance | – |
| 9.3 | Quiet | – |
| – | Adventure | 8.7 |
| 8.7 | Wellness | – |
Of the 9 measures we call, Emerald Faarufushi Resort & Spa leads on 6 and JAZ Makadina leads on 3.
Vibes
| Emerald Faarufushi Resort & Spa | Measure | JAZ Makadina |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Romance | – |
| Yes | Quiet | – |
| – | Adventure | Yes |
Activities
| Emerald Faarufushi Resort & Spa | Measure | JAZ Makadina |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Spa | Yes |
| Yes | Water sports | Yes |
| Yes | Kids | Yes |
Emerald Faarufushi Resort & Spa
- Full-service spa
- Overwater bungalows
- Butler service
- 50 min from MLE
JAZ Makadina
- 2 pools
- 2 places to eat
- Full-service spa
- Gated, 24-hour security
- 35 min from HRG
Pros · Emerald Faarufushi Resort & Spa
- House reef
- Dine-around Deluxe AI
- Private pools on most villas
Pros · JAZ Makadina
- True all-inclusive product
- Beachfront Red Sea snorkeling
- Strong service feedback
- Family rooms and kids facilities
- Water park access
Cons · Emerald Faarufushi Resort & Spa
- Seaplane cost and weather risk
- Small island nightlife
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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