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Serenity at Coconut BayvsTivoli Ecoresort Praia do Forte
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Serenity at Coconut BayTivoli Ecoresort Praia do Forte
Overall
9.3
8.6
Beach
8.0
9.0
Food
·
8.4
Service
·
8.6
Rooms
·
8.1
Luxury
·
8.2
Value
8.1
7.2
Romance
9.7
8.4
Scores out of 10 · higher is better
Quick Stats
| Serenity at Coconut Bay | Measure | Tivoli Ecoresort Praia do Forte |
|---|---|---|
| (better)9.3 | Overall Score | 8.6 |
| 5-star | Star Rating | 5-star |
| (better)4.9 (289) | Google Rating | 4.7 (3,764) |
| From $650 | Price / Night (pp) | From $185 (better) |
| Yes | Adults Only | No |
| – | Kids' Club | Yes |
| Near coast | Beachfront | Oceanfront |
| Mid-size | Resort Size | Grand |
| (better)5 min | Airport Transfer | 45 min |
All Scores
| Serenity at Coconut Bay | Measure | Tivoli Ecoresort Praia do Forte |
|---|---|---|
| 8.0 | Beach | 9.0 (better) |
| – | Food | 8.4 |
| – | Service | 8.6 |
| – | Rooms | 8.1 |
| – | Pools | 8.9 |
| – | Luxury | 8.2 |
| (better)8.1 | Value | 7.2 |
| – | Family | 9.1 |
| (better)9.7 | Romance | 8.4 |
| – | Quiet | 7.7 |
| – | Adventure | 8.7 |
| – | Wellness | 8.8 |
| – | Remote work | 6.9 |
Of the 7 measures we call, Serenity at Coconut Bay leads on 5 and Tivoli Ecoresort Praia do Forte leads on 2.
Vibes
| Serenity at Coconut Bay | Measure | Tivoli Ecoresort Praia do Forte |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Romance | – |
| – | Adventure | Yes |
| – | Quiet | Yes |
| – | Lively | Yes |
Activities
| Serenity at Coconut Bay | Measure | Tivoli Ecoresort Praia do Forte |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Spa | Yes |
| Yes | Water sports | Yes |
| – | Kids | Yes |
Serenity at Coconut Bay
- Adults-only all-inclusive
- 1 pool
- 9 places to eat
- Full-service spa
- Butler service
- 5 min from UVF
Tivoli Ecoresort Praia do Forte
- Sea turtle conservation area
- Tropical coconut palm beach
- Eco-adventure excursions
- Brazilian cuisine & cocktails
Pros · Serenity at Coconut Bay
- Exceptional private-suite setup
- Butler service included
- Very short UVF transfer
- Quiet couples-only environment
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 · Serenity at Coconut Bay
- Expensive
- Not a nightlife-forward resort
- Beach quality is not as defining as the room product
- Small-resort quiet may not suit highly social travelers
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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