Scores at a Glance
JAZ MakadinaTivoli Ecoresort Praia do Forte
Overall
9.0
8.6
Beach
9.0
9.0
Food
8.8
8.4
Service
9.2
8.6
Rooms
8.5
8.1
Luxury
·
8.2
Value
8.7
7.2
Romance
·
8.4
Scores out of 10 · higher is better
Quick Stats
| JAZ Makadina | Measure | Tivoli Ecoresort Praia do Forte |
|---|---|---|
| (better)9.0 | Overall Score | 8.6 |
| 5-star | Star Rating | 5-star |
| (better)4.9 (10,511) | Google Rating | 4.7 (3,735) |
| Rates TBD | Price / Night (pp) | From $185 |
| No | Adults Only | No |
| Yes | Kids' Club | Yes |
| Near coast | Beachfront | Oceanfront |
| Mid-size | Resort Size | Grand |
| (better)35 min | Airport Transfer | 45 min |
All Scores
| JAZ Makadina | Measure | Tivoli Ecoresort Praia do Forte |
|---|---|---|
| 9.0 | Beach | 9.0 |
| (better)8.8 | Food | 8.4 |
| (better)9.2 | Service | 8.6 |
| (better)8.5 | Rooms | 8.1 |
| 8.4 | Pools | 8.9 (better) |
| – | Luxury | 8.2 |
| (better)8.7 | Value | 7.2 |
| 8.8 | Family | 9.1 (better) |
| – | Romance | 8.4 |
| – | Quiet | 7.7 |
| 8.7 | Adventure | 8.7 |
| – | Wellness | 8.8 |
| – | Remote work | 6.9 |
Of the 9 measures we call, JAZ Makadina leads on 7 and Tivoli Ecoresort Praia do Forte leads on 2.
Vibes
| JAZ Makadina | Measure | Tivoli Ecoresort Praia do Forte |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Adventure | Yes |
| – | Quiet | Yes |
| – | Lively | Yes |
Activities
| JAZ Makadina | Measure | Tivoli Ecoresort Praia do Forte |
|---|---|---|
| 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
Tivoli Ecoresort Praia do Forte
- Sea turtle conservation area
- Tropical coconut palm beach
- Eco-adventure excursions
- Brazilian cuisine & cocktails
Pros · JAZ Makadina
- True all-inclusive product
- Beachfront Red Sea snorkeling
- Strong service feedback
- Family rooms and kids facilities
- Water park access
Pros · Tivoli Ecoresort Praia do Forte
- Beautiful beachfront setting near coral reefs, natural pools, coconut groves, and Atlantic Forest reserves.
- Very strong family facilities, including Caretta Caretta Kids Club and programming for babies, children, and teenagers.
- Seven swimming pools, including dedicated children's pool facilities.
- Strong food reputation, especially breakfast and dinner buffet variety.
- Anantara Spa is a standout wellness feature and has recent award recognition.
- Walkable access to Praia do Forte village, Tamar Project, shops, and restaurants.
Cons · JAZ Makadina
- Minibar may cost extra
- Pool setup is smaller than megaresorts
- Premium drink scope needs confirmation
- Nightlife is low-key
Cons · Tivoli Ecoresort Praia do Forte
- Food, drinks, spa, and resort extras can feel expensive by local standards.
- Some rooms and public areas are described as dated or affected by dampness in recent guest feedback.
- The resort is large and spread out, so some room locations involve longer walks.
- Buffet areas and family-heavy periods can feel noisy.
- Service is often praised, but a minority of recent guest feedback reports inconsistency.
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