Scores at a Glance
JAZ MakadinaPestana Blue Alvor Beach
Overall
9.0
8.4
Beach
9.0
8.5
Food
8.8
8.0
Service
9.2
8.4
Rooms
8.5
8.1
Value
8.7
8.2
Scores out of 10 · higher is better
Quick Stats
| JAZ Makadina | Measure | Pestana Blue Alvor Beach |
|---|---|---|
| (better)9.0 | Overall Score | 8.4 |
| 5-star | Star Rating | 5-star |
| (better)4.9 (10,540) | Google Rating | 4.5 (5,438) |
| (better)From $92 | Price / Night (pp) | From $108 |
| No | Adults Only | No |
| Yes | Kids' Club | Yes |
| Near coast | Beachfront | Near coast |
| Mid-size | Resort Size | Mid-size |
| (better)35 min | Airport Transfer | 50 min |
All Scores
| JAZ Makadina | Measure | Pestana Blue Alvor Beach |
|---|---|---|
| (better)9.0 | Beach | 8.5 |
| (better)8.8 | Food | 8.0 |
| (better)9.2 | Service | 8.4 |
| (better)8.5 | Rooms | 8.1 |
| 8.4 | Pools | 8.8 (better) |
| (better)8.7 | Value | 8.2 |
| (better)8.8 | Family | 8.7 |
| 8.7 | Adventure | – |
Of the 11 measures we call, JAZ Makadina leads on 10 and Pestana Blue Alvor Beach leads on 1.
Vibes
| JAZ Makadina | Measure | Pestana Blue Alvor Beach |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Adventure | – |
Activities
| JAZ Makadina | Measure | Pestana Blue Alvor Beach |
|---|---|---|
| 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
Pestana Blue Alvor Beach
- 4 pools
- 3 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- 50 min from FAO
Pros · JAZ Makadina
- True all-inclusive product
- Beachfront Red Sea snorkeling
- Strong service feedback
- Family rooms and kids facilities
- Water park access
Pros · Pestana Blue Alvor Beach
- True all-inclusive
- Seafront Algarve setting
- Multiple pools
- Kids club
- Walkable to Alvor
Cons · JAZ Makadina
- Minibar may cost extra
- Pool setup is smaller than megaresorts
- Premium drink scope needs confirmation
- Nightlife is low-key
Cons · Pestana Blue Alvor Beach
- Food can be inconsistent
- Room-category details need manual refresh
- Atlantic surf conditions vary
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