Scores at a Glance
LUX* Belle MareTivoli Ecoresort Praia do Forte
Overall
9.1
8.6
Beach
9.1
9.0
Food
9.0
8.4
Service
9.2
8.6
Rooms
·
8.1
Luxury
·
8.2
Value
·
7.2
Romance
·
8.4
Scores out of 10 · higher is better
Quick Stats
| LUX* Belle Mare | Measure | Tivoli Ecoresort Praia do Forte |
|---|---|---|
| (better)9.1 | Overall Score | 8.6 |
| 5-star | Star Rating | 5-star |
| 4.7 (2,380) | Google Rating | 4.7 (3,764) |
| (better)From $161 | Price / Night (pp) | From $185 |
| No | Adults Only | No |
| Yes | Kids' Club | Yes |
| Oceanfront | Beachfront | Oceanfront |
| Grand | Resort Size | Grand |
| 60 min | Airport Transfer | 45 min (better) |
All Scores
| LUX* Belle Mare | Measure | Tivoli Ecoresort Praia do Forte |
|---|---|---|
| (better)9.1 | Beach | 9.0 |
| (better)9.0 | Food | 8.4 |
| (better)9.2 | Service | 8.6 |
| – | Rooms | 8.1 |
| – | Pools | 8.9 |
| – | Luxury | 8.2 |
| – | Value | 7.2 |
| 8.8 | Family | 9.1 (better) |
| – | Romance | 8.4 |
| – | Quiet | 7.7 |
| – | Adventure | 8.7 |
| – | Wellness | 8.8 |
| (better)8.0 | Remote work | 6.9 |
Of the 8 measures we call, LUX* Belle Mare leads on 6 and Tivoli Ecoresort Praia do Forte leads on 2.
Vibes
| LUX* Belle Mare | Measure | Tivoli Ecoresort Praia do Forte |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Quiet | Yes |
| Yes | Romance | – |
| Yes | Lively | Yes |
| – | Adventure | Yes |
Activities
| LUX* Belle Mare | Measure | Tivoli Ecoresort Praia do Forte |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Spa | Yes |
| Yes | Water sports | Yes |
| Yes | Nightlife | – |
| Yes | Kids | Yes |
LUX* Belle Mare
- Playful luxury on east coast
- LUX* Me Spa wellness
- Beach cinema under the stars
- Street food pop-up dining
Tivoli Ecoresort Praia do Forte
- Sea turtle conservation area
- Tropical coconut palm beach
- Eco-adventure excursions
- Brazilian cuisine & cocktails
Pros · LUX* Belle Mare
- Excellent beachfront location on Belle Mare.
- Strong recurring guest sentiment for staff warmth, service and food.
- Good family and couples balance without feeling like a pure family resort.
- Wi-Fi evidence is stronger than free-Wi-Fi-only because Expedia states in-room Wi-Fi speed of 25+ Mbps.
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 · LUX* Belle Mare
- East-coast seaweed or wind can affect some beach days seasonally.
- Dining costs can be high without the right package.
- Travelers seeking a lively town setting should look elsewhere.
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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