Scores at a Glance
JAZ MakadinaLily Beach Resort & Spa
Overall
9.0
9.0
Beach
9.0
9.2
Food
8.8
8.9
Service
9.2
9.0
Rooms
8.5
8.5
Value
8.7
8.7
Romance
·
8.7
Scores out of 10 · higher is better
Quick Stats
| JAZ Makadina | Measure | Lily Beach Resort & Spa |
|---|---|---|
| 9.0 | Overall Score | 9.0 |
| 5-star | Star Rating | 5-star |
| 4.9 (10,511) (better) | Google Rating | 4.8 (1,211) |
| Rates TBD | Price / Night (pp) | From $424 |
| No | Adults Only | No |
| Yes | Kids' Club | Yes |
| Near coast | Beachfront | Near coast |
| Mid-size | Resort Size | Mid-size |
| 35 min | Airport Transfer | 25 min (better) |
All Scores
| JAZ Makadina | Measure | Lily Beach Resort & Spa |
|---|---|---|
| 9.0 | Beach | 9.2 (better) |
| 8.8 | Food | 8.9 (better) |
| 9.2 (better) | Service | 9.0 |
| 8.5 | Rooms | 8.5 |
| 8.4 | Pools | – |
| 8.7 | Value | 8.7 |
| 8.8 | Family | 9.0 (better) |
| – | Romance | 8.7 |
| 8.7 | Adventure | 9.2 (better) |
| – | Wellness | 8.5 |
| – | Remote work | 7.0 |
Vibes
| JAZ Makadina | Measure | Lily Beach Resort & Spa |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Adventure | Yes |
| – | Romance | Yes |
Activities
| JAZ Makadina | Measure | Lily Beach Resort & Spa |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Spa | Yes |
| Yes | Water sports | Yes |
| Yes | Kids | Yes |
JAZ Makadina
- 2 pools
- 2 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- Gated, 24-hour security
- 35 min from HRG
Lily Beach Resort & Spa
- 2 pools
- 4 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- Overwater bungalows
- 25 min from MLE
Pros · JAZ Makadina
- True all-inclusive product
- Beachfront Red Sea snorkeling
- Strong service feedback
- Family rooms and kids facilities
- Water park access
Pros · Lily Beach Resort & Spa
- One of the Maldives’ strongest true all-inclusive concepts.
- Excellent house reef, snorkeling and diving appeal.
- Strong food, beverage and minibar inclusions through the Platinum Plan.
- Family-friendly facilities without sacrificing a premium Maldives feel.
- Short 25-minute seaplane transfer from Malé by Maldives standards.
- Good mix of beach villas, family villas and overwater villa categories.
Cons · JAZ Makadina
- Minibar may cost extra
- Pool setup is smaller than megaresorts
- Premium drink scope needs confirmation
- Nightlife is low-key
Cons · Lily Beach Resort & Spa
- Not adults-only; some honeymooners may find the family orientation stronger than expected.
- Some rooms and facilities are described as slightly dated in a minority of guest feedback.
- Optional premium experiences and seaplane transfers can still add cost despite the all-inclusive positioning.
- Travelers wanting ultra-polished, design-led modern luxury may prefer newer Maldives competitors.
- Seaplane timing constraints can affect arrival and departure logistics.
Keep exploring
