Scores at a Glance
Grand Velas Boutique HotelJAZ Makadina
Overall
9.0
9.0
Beach
7.4
9.0
Food
9.3
8.8
Service
9.2
9.2
Rooms
9.2
8.5
Luxury
9.3
·
Value
8.2
8.7
Romance
9.3
·
Scores out of 10 · higher is better
Quick Stats
| Grand Velas Boutique Hotel | Measure | JAZ Makadina |
|---|---|---|
| 9.0 | Overall Score | 9.0 |
| 5-star | Star Rating | 5-star |
| 4.7 (104) | Google Rating | 4.9 (10,540) (better) |
| From $761 | Price / Night (pp) | From $92 (better) |
| Yes | Adults Only | No |
| – | Kids' Club | Yes |
| Near coast | Beachfront | Near coast |
| Mid-size | Resort Size | Mid-size |
| 35 min | Airport Transfer | 35 min |
All Scores
| Grand Velas Boutique Hotel | Measure | JAZ Makadina |
|---|---|---|
| 7.4 | Beach | 9.0 (better) |
| (better)9.3 | Food | 8.8 |
| 9.2 | Service | 9.2 |
| (better)9.2 | Rooms | 8.5 |
| (better)9.1 | Pools | 8.4 |
| 9.3 | Luxury | – |
| 8.2 | Value | 8.7 (better) |
| – | Family | 8.8 |
| 9.3 | Romance | – |
| 8.8 | Quiet | – |
| – | Adventure | 8.7 |
| 8.9 | Wellness | – |
| 8.3 | Remote work | – |
Of the 7 measures we call, Grand Velas Boutique Hotel leads on 3 and JAZ Makadina leads on 4.
Vibes
| Grand Velas Boutique Hotel | Measure | JAZ Makadina |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Romance | – |
| Yes | Quiet | – |
| – | Adventure | Yes |
Activities
| Grand Velas Boutique Hotel | Measure | JAZ Makadina |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Spa | Yes |
| Yes | Water sports | Yes |
| – | Kids | Yes |
Grand Velas Boutique Hotel
- Adults-only all-inclusive
- 2 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- Gated, 24-hour security
- 35 min from SJD
JAZ Makadina
- 2 pools
- 2 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- Gated, 24-hour security
- 35 min from HRG
Pros · Grand Velas Boutique Hotel
- 79-key scale
- Loto / Michelin consulting kitchen
- Suite size
- Sister-resort access
Pros · JAZ Makadina
- True all-inclusive product
- Beachfront Red Sea snorkeling
- Strong service feedback
- Family rooms and kids facilities
- Water park access
Cons · Grand Velas Boutique Hotel
- Unswimmable corridor beach
- Price
- Airport transfer extra
- Quiet to the point of small
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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