Scores at a Glance
Explora AtacamaJAZ Makadina
Overall
9.0
9.0
Beach
·
9.0
Food
8.2
8.8
Service
9.1
9.2
Rooms
8.4
8.5
Luxury
8.8
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Value
7.8
8.7
Scores out of 10 · higher is better
Quick Stats
9.0
Overall Score
9.0
5-star
Star Rating
5-star
4.6 (340)
Google Rating
4.9 (10,504)
Rates TBD
Price / Night (pp)
Rates TBD
No
Adults Only
No
–
Kids' Club
Yes
Near coast
Beachfront
Near coast
Mid-size
Resort Size
Mid-size
75 min
Airport Transfer
35 min
All Scores
–
Beach
9.0
8.2
Food
8.8
9.1
Service
9.2
8.4
Rooms
8.5
8.6
Pools
8.4
8.8
Luxury
–
7.8
Value
8.7
–
Family
8.8
9.3
Quiet
–
9.8
Adventure
8.7
8.7
Wellness
–
Vibes
Yes
Quiet
–
Yes
Adventure
Yes
Activities
Yes
Spa
Yes
Yes
Kids
Yes
–
Water sports
Yes
Explora Atacama
- 4 pools
- Full-service spa
- 75 min from CJC
JAZ Makadina
- 2 pools
- 2 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- Gated, 24-hour security
- 35 min from HRG
Pros · Explora Atacama
- Exceptional included exploration program with nearly 50 guided options.
- All meals and round-trip airport transfers included.
- Quiet desert setting with observatory, pools and spa facilities.
Pros · JAZ Makadina
- True all-inclusive product
- Beachfront Red Sea snorkeling
- Strong service feedback
- Family rooms and kids facilities
- Water park access
Cons · Explora Atacama
- Very expensive.
- Dining is more lodge-style than multi-restaurant resort-style.
- Not ideal for travelers who mainly want to lounge.
Cons · JAZ Makadina
- Minibar may cost extra
- Pool setup is smaller than megaresorts
- Premium drink scope needs confirmation
- Nightlife is low-key