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Holiday Inn Resort Aruba-Beach Resort & Casino by IHGvsTUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar
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Scores at a Glance
Holiday Inn Resort Aruba-Beach Resort & Casino by IHGTUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar
Overall
7.6
8.7
Beach
9.0
8.2
Food
6.9
8.4
Service
7.2
8.9
Rooms
6.9
8.7
Value
8.0
8.1
Romance
7.5
8.5
Scores out of 10 · higher is better
Quick Stats
| Holiday Inn Resort Aruba-Beach Resort & Casino by IHG | Measure | TUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar |
|---|---|---|
| 7.6 | Overall Score | 8.7 (better) |
| 4-star | Star Rating | 5-star (better) |
| 4.1 (4,526) | Google Rating | 4.8 (3,813) (better) |
| From $147 | Price / Night (pp) | Rates TBD |
| No | Adults Only | No |
| Yes | Kids' Club | Yes |
| Near coast | Beachfront | Near coast |
| Mid-size | Resort Size | Mid-size |
| 20 min (better) | Airport Transfer | 50 min |
All Scores
| Holiday Inn Resort Aruba-Beach Resort & Casino by IHG | Measure | TUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar |
|---|---|---|
| 9.0 (better) | Beach | 8.2 |
| 6.9 | Food | 8.4 (better) |
| 7.2 | Service | 8.9 (better) |
| 6.9 | Rooms | 8.7 (better) |
| 7.8 | Pools | 8.6 (better) |
| 8.0 | Value | 8.1 (better) |
| 8.0 | Family | 8.3 (better) |
| 7.5 | Romance | 8.5 (better) |
| 8.4 | Nightlife | – |
| 6.4 | Quiet | – |
| 8.0 | Remote work | – |
Vibes
| Holiday Inn Resort Aruba-Beach Resort & Casino by IHG | Measure | TUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Romance | Yes |
| Yes | Lively | – |
Activities
| Holiday Inn Resort Aruba-Beach Resort & Casino by IHG | Measure | TUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Spa | Yes |
| Yes | Water sports | Yes |
| Yes | Nightlife | – |
| Yes | Kids | Yes |
Holiday Inn Resort Aruba-Beach Resort & Casino by IHG
- 3 pools
- 4 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- 20 min from AUA
TUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar
- 3 pools
- 5 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- Gated, 24-hour security
- 50 min from ZNZ
Pros · Holiday Inn Resort Aruba-Beach Resort & Casino by IHG
- Excellent Palm Beach location.
- Optional all-inclusive package gives flexibility.
- Good value versus neighboring high-rise resorts.
- Kids Club and Kids Eat Free benefits.
Pros · TUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar
- Five restaurants
- Three pools
- Direct beach setting
- Good service feedback
- Minibar included on all-inclusive
Cons · Holiday Inn Resort Aruba-Beach Resort & Casino by IHG
- Rooms are frequently described as dated.
- Food is often described as adequate rather than special.
- In-room dining is excluded from the all-inclusive package.
- Beach shade and palapa logistics can be frustrating.
Cons · TUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar
- Tide-dependent swimming
- Some dining and drinks extra
- Airport transfer extra
- Beach vendors may be persistent
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