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Emerald Faarufushi Resort & SpavsMaxx Royal Kemer Resort
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Scores at a Glance
Emerald Faarufushi Resort & SpaMaxx Royal Kemer Resort
Overall
9.4
9.4
Beach
9.5
9.3
Food
9.2
9.5
Service
9.5
9.4
Rooms
9.3
9.5
Luxury
9.2
9.7
Value
8.6
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Romance
9.4
9.1
Scores out of 10 · higher is better
Quick Stats
| Emerald Faarufushi Resort & Spa | Measure | Maxx Royal Kemer Resort |
|---|---|---|
| 9.4 | Overall Score | 9.4 |
| 5-star | Star Rating | 5-star |
| (better)4.9 (190) | Google Rating | 4.7 (2,235) |
| From $1035 | Price / Night (pp) | From $833 (better) |
| No | Adults Only | No |
| Yes | Kids' Club | Yes |
| Near coast | Beachfront | Near coast |
| Mid-size | Resort Size | Mid-size |
| (better)45 min | Airport Transfer | 60 min |
All Scores
| Emerald Faarufushi Resort & Spa | Measure | Maxx Royal Kemer Resort |
|---|---|---|
| (better)9.5 | Beach | 9.3 |
| 9.2 | Food | 9.5 (better) |
| (better)9.5 | Service | 9.4 |
| 9.3 | Rooms | 9.5 (better) |
| 8.8 | Pools | 9.4 (better) |
| 9.2 | Luxury | 9.7 (better) |
| 8.6 | Value | – |
| 8.8 | Family | 9.2 (better) |
| (better)9.4 | Romance | 9.1 |
| – | Nightlife | 8.6 |
| 9.3 | Quiet | – |
| 8.7 | Wellness | – |
| – | Remote work | 8.2 |
Of the 11 measures we call, Emerald Faarufushi Resort & Spa leads on 5 and Maxx Royal Kemer Resort leads on 6.
Vibes
| Emerald Faarufushi Resort & Spa | Measure | Maxx Royal Kemer Resort |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Romance | Yes |
| Yes | Quiet | – |
| – | Lively | Yes |
Activities
| Emerald Faarufushi Resort & Spa | Measure | Maxx Royal Kemer Resort |
|---|---|---|
| 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
Maxx Royal Kemer Resort
- 8 places to eat
- Full-service spa
- Butler service
- 60 min from AYT
Pros · Emerald Faarufushi Resort & Spa
- House reef
- Dine-around Deluxe AI
- Private pools on most villas
Pros · Maxx Royal Kemer Resort
- Exceptional dining depth for an all-inclusive.
- Private bays with clear Mediterranean swimming.
- Strong family programming with Maxxi Land.
- High-end villas, lagoon suites and private-pool options.
Cons · Emerald Faarufushi Resort & Spa
- Seaplane cost and weather risk
- Small island nightlife
Cons · Maxx Royal Kemer Resort
- High price point.
- Some premium bottles or private services may still be excluded.
- Family-friendly energy may not suit travelers seeking a strictly adults-only setting.
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