Scores at a Glance
Hurawalhi Island ResortOcean Blue & Sand
Overall
9.5
8.4
Beach
9.4
8.2
Food
9.5
8.0
Service
9.5
8.2
Rooms
9.4
7.9
Luxury
9.4
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Value
9.0
8.4
Romance
9.7
8.0
Scores out of 10 · higher is better
Quick Stats
| Hurawalhi Island Resort | Measure | Ocean Blue & Sand |
|---|---|---|
| (better)9.5 | Overall Score | 8.4 |
| 5-star | Star Rating | 5-star |
| (better)4.9 (922) | Google Rating | 4.6 (18,753) |
| From $359 | Price / Night (pp) | From $103 (better) |
| Yes | Adults Only | No |
| – | Kids' Club | Yes |
| Near coast | Beachfront | Near coast |
| Mid-size | Resort Size | Mid-size |
| 40 min | Airport Transfer | 30 min (better) |
All Scores
| Hurawalhi Island Resort | Measure | Ocean Blue & Sand |
|---|---|---|
| (better)9.4 | Beach | 8.2 |
| (better)9.5 | Food | 8.0 |
| (better)9.5 | Service | 8.2 |
| (better)9.4 | Rooms | 7.9 |
| (better)8.8 | Pools | 8.5 |
| 9.4 | Luxury | – |
| (better)9.0 | Value | 8.4 |
| – | Family | 8.5 |
| (better)9.7 | Romance | 8.0 |
| – | Nightlife | 8.6 |
| (better)9.5 | Quiet | 7.3 |
| 8.9 | Wellness | – |
| (better)7.4 | Remote work | 6.8 |
Of the 13 measures we call, Hurawalhi Island Resort leads on 11 and Ocean Blue & Sand leads on 2.
Vibes
| Hurawalhi Island Resort | Measure | Ocean Blue & Sand |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Romance | Yes |
| Yes | Quiet | Yes |
| – | Lively | Yes |
Activities
| Hurawalhi Island Resort | Measure | Ocean Blue & Sand |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Spa | Yes |
| Yes | Water sports | Yes |
| – | Nightlife | Yes |
| – | Kids | Yes |
Hurawalhi Island Resort
- Adults-only all-inclusive
- 4 places to eat
- Full-service spa
- Overwater bungalows
- 40 min from MLE
Ocean Blue & Sand
- 2 pools
- 9 places to eat
- Full-service spa
- 30 min from PUJ
Pros · Hurawalhi Island Resort
- True all-inclusive
- Adults-only private island
- Excellent house reef
- Signature undersea restaurant
Pros · Ocean Blue & Sand
- Large review base and strong recent overall ratings across official, Tripadvisor, Expedia, and other sources.
- Direct beachfront setting with two large pools and a swim-up bar.
- Good family infrastructure, including Daisy Club, Teenclub, sports area, bowling, and nightly entertainment.
- Dining variety is broad for the price point, with two buffet restaurants, seven themed restaurants, coffee shop, and 11 bars.
Cons · Hurawalhi Island Resort
- Premium price point
- Seaplane logistics
- Not suitable for younger families
- Some special experiences may be excluded
Cons · Ocean Blue & Sand
- Seaweed and beach-maintenance variability are recurring issues.
- Rooms can feel dated or damp in some buildings.
- Food and drink quality is inconsistent across restaurants and guest sources.
- Sales-pitch pressure, sunbed competition, and service inconsistency appear in recent guest feedback.
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