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JAZ MakadinavsSUNRISE Arabian Beach Resort

JAZ Makadina
JAZ Makadina
Five-Star·★ 4.9
SUNRISE Arabian Beach Resort
SUNRISE Arabian Beach Resort
Five-Star·★ 4.9

Scores at a Glance

JAZ MakadinaSUNRISE Arabian Beach Resort
Overall
9.0
9.0
Beach
9.0
8.7
Food
8.8
8.8
Service
9.2
9.2
Rooms
8.5
8.8
Value
8.7
8.8
Scores out of 10 · higher is better

Quick Stats

JAZ MakadinaMeasureSUNRISE Arabian Beach Resort
9.0Overall Score9.0
5-starStar Rating5-star
4.9 (10,566)Google Rating4.9 (31,620)
(better)From $73Price / Night (pp)From $120
NoAdults OnlyNo
ListedKids' ClubListed
Near coastBeachfrontNear coast
Mid-sizeResort SizeMid-size
35 minAirport Transfer9 min (better)

JAZ Makadina

Kids' club & childcare
Kids’ club listed. Kids club, children's pool and water park access are evidenced; exact kids club ages and teen participation depth should be manually verified. Confirm supervision and drop-off rules.
Room service
Unverified
Dining reservations
Reservations required: Makai Tukai, Nino’s, Amaya, Sofra, The Grill, Aqua Restaurant & Bar, Beach Restaurant. Makai Tukai: Shared Madinat Makadi dine-around: one complimentary experience at ONE listed restaurant per stay; book 48 hours ahead. Additional visits cost extra. Shared facilities do not become additional on-property restaurants. Nino’s: Shared Madinat Makadi dine-around: one complimentary experience at ONE listed restaurant per stay; book 48 hours ahead. Additional visits cost extra. Shared facilities do not become additional on-property restaurants. Amaya: Shared Madinat Makadi dine-around: one complimentary experience at ONE listed restaurant per stay; book 48 hours ahead. Additional visits cost extra. Shared facilities do not become additional on-property restaurants. Sofra: Shared Madinat Makadi dine-around: one complimentary experience at ONE listed restaurant per stay; book 48 hours ahead. Additional visits cost extra. Shared facilities do not become additional on-property restaurants. The Grill: Shared Madinat Makadi dine-around: one complimentary experience at ONE listed restaurant per stay; book 48 hours ahead. Additional visits cost extra. Shared facilities do not become additional on-property restaurants. Aqua Restaurant & Bar: Shared Madinat Makadi dine-around: one complimentary experience at ONE listed restaurant per stay; book 48 hours ahead. Additional visits cost extra. Shared facilities do not become additional on-property restaurants. Beach Restaurant: Shared Madinat Makadi dine-around: one complimentary experience at ONE listed restaurant per stay; book 48 hours ahead. Additional visits cost extra. Shared facilities do not become additional on-property restaurants. Expedia/Hotels.com all-inclusive details identify buffet meals, snacks and beverages as included; fact-sheet sources identify Al Masry main restaurant plus Aqua Restaurant & Bar.
Single accommodation capacity
Capacity unverified; confirm the exact category before booking.
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SUNRISE Arabian Beach Resort

Kids' club & childcare
Kids’ club listed: 3–12. The official fact sheet lists Kids Planet for ages 3 to 12 and separately lists babysitting as chargeable. Confirm supervision and drop-off rules.
Room service
Costs extra. The current supplier-linked July 2025 fact sheet lists in-room dining as chargeable. Specific direct-booking or Posh benefits may differ; the once-per-stay direct-booking breakfast benefit does not make all room service free.
Dining reservations
Restaurant reservation rules are unverified; confirm before booking. SUN Restaurant: Named in the July 2025 official sheet. Exact ordinary specialty reservation quotas and premium menu charges remain unverified; no free full-menu entitlement is inferred. Nora: Named in the July 2025 official sheet. Exact ordinary specialty reservation quotas and premium menu charges remain unverified; no free full-menu entitlement is inferred. Poseidon: Named in the July 2025 official sheet. Exact ordinary specialty reservation quotas and premium menu charges remain unverified; no free full-menu entitlement is inferred. Manohar: Named in the July 2025 official sheet. Exact ordinary specialty reservation quotas and premium menu charges remain unverified; no free full-menu entitlement is inferred. Mai Thai: Named in the July 2025 official sheet. Exact ordinary specialty reservation quotas and premium menu charges remain unverified; no free full-menu entitlement is inferred. Waterfall Grill: Named in the July 2025 official sheet. Exact ordinary specialty reservation quotas and premium menu charges remain unverified; no free full-menu entitlement is inferred. Basilico: Named in the July 2025 official sheet. Exact ordinary specialty reservation quotas and premium menu charges remain unverified; no free full-menu entitlement is inferred. Côte d’Azur: Named in the July 2025 official sheet. Exact ordinary specialty reservation quotas and premium menu charges remain unverified; no free full-menu entitlement is inferred. Felucca: Explicitly chargeable in the current supplier-linked July 2025 sheet; eligible Posh/direct-booking discounts are separate from free dining. Exact fee unverified. Posh Club Lounge: Posh Club guests only; breakfast/lounge privileges are not universal room benefits. No room category or capacity is changed. SUNRISE Restaurant (main buffet, breakfast/lunch/dinner). Seven a la carte: Manohar (Indian), Mai Thai (Thai), Basilico (Italian), Cote d'Azur (French), Poseidon (Greek), Felucca (seafood), Roots (vegetarian/healthy). 8 bars plus 1 adults-only bar.
Single accommodation capacity
Largest confirmed capacity: 5 people in one accommodation. Family Suite. Adult limit unverified.
See supplier details at SUNRISE Arabian Beach Resort

JAZ Makadina

Highlights

  • 2 pools
  • 2 places to eat
  • Full-service spa
  • Gated, 24-hour security
  • 35 min from HRG

Why choose it

  • True all-inclusive product
  • Beachfront Red Sea snorkeling
  • Strong service feedback
  • Family rooms and kids facilities
  • Water park access

Keep in mind

  • Minibar may cost extra
  • Pool setup is smaller than megaresorts
  • Premium drink scope needs confirmation
  • Nightlife is low-key

SUNRISE Arabian Beach Resort

Highlights

  • 7 pools
  • 9 places to eat
  • Full-service spa
  • 9 min from SSH

Why choose it

  • Very strong review volume and service sentiment.
  • Private beach, multiple pools and broad dining.
  • Clear official family programming for ages 3 to 12.

Keep in mind

  • Premium imported liquor is not evidenced as included.
  • Reef entry is not ideal for travelers wanting a gradual sandy shoreline.
  • Watersports and boat activities can add meaningful extra cost.

All Scores

JAZ MakadinaMeasureSUNRISE Arabian Beach Resort
(better)9.0Beach8.7
8.8Food8.8
9.2Service9.2
8.5Rooms8.8 (better)
8.4Pools9.1 (better)
8.7Value8.8 (better)
8.8Family8.8
–Quiet8.4
8.7Adventure–
–Wellness8.3

Of the 6 measures we call, JAZ Makadina leads on 2 and SUNRISE Arabian Beach Resort leads on 4.

Vibes

JAZ MakadinaMeasureSUNRISE Arabian Beach Resort
YesAdventure–
–QuietYes

Activities

JAZ MakadinaMeasureSUNRISE Arabian Beach Resort
YesSpaYes
YesWater sportsYes
YesKidsYes
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