Scores at a Glance
Grecotel Caramel Boutique ResortJAZ Makadina
Overall
8.7
9.0
Beach
8.2
9.0
Food
8.6
8.8
Service
9.0
9.2
Rooms
8.8
8.5
Value
7.8
8.7
Scores out of 10 — higher is better
Quick Stats
8.7
Overall Score
9.0
5-star
Star Rating
5-star
4.8 (639)
Google Rating
4.9 (10,504)
Rates TBD
Price / Night (pp)
Rates TBD
Yes
Adults Only
No
Yes
Kids' Club
Yes
Oceanfront
Beachfront
Near coast
Boutique
Resort Size
Mid-size
60 min
Airport Transfer
35 min
All Scores
8.2
Beach
9.0
8.6
Food
8.8
9.0
Service
9.2
8.8
Rooms
8.5
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Pools
8.4
7.8
Value
8.7
8.5
Family
8.8
8.7
Quiet
—
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Adventure
8.7
8.0
Remote work
—
Vibes
Yes
Romance
—
Yes
Quiet
—
—
Adventure
Yes
Activities
Yes
Spa
Yes
Yes
Water sports
Yes
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Kids
Yes
Grecotel Caramel Boutique Resort
- Adults-only beachfront boutique
- Private sandy beach
- Elixir spa and thalassotherapy
- Cretan farm-to-table dining
JAZ Makadina
- 2 pools
- 2 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- Gated, 24-hour security
- 35 min from HRG
Pros — Grecotel Caramel Boutique Resort
- Boutique scale with polished design.
- Strong guest satisfaction across OTA sources.
- Family-friendly without feeling like a large children-focused resort.
Pros — JAZ Makadina
- True all-inclusive product
- Beachfront Red Sea snorkeling
- Strong service feedback
- Family rooms and kids facilities
- Water park access
Cons — Grecotel Caramel Boutique Resort
- Beach texture may not suit sand-focused travelers.
- Less resort sprawl and fewer pools than larger Crete properties.
- Some experiences may require advance reservations.
Cons — JAZ Makadina
- Minibar may cost extra
- Pool setup is smaller than megaresorts
- Premium drink scope needs confirmation
- Nightlife is low-key