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Steigenberger Resort Alaya Marsa AlamvsTUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar
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Scores at a Glance
Steigenberger Resort Alaya Marsa AlamTUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar
Overall
9.3
8.7
Beach
8.7
8.2
Food
9.2
8.4
Service
·
8.9
Rooms
9.3
8.7
Value
8.7
8.1
Romance
9.4
8.5
Scores out of 10 · higher is better
Quick Stats
| Steigenberger Resort Alaya Marsa Alam | Measure | TUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar |
|---|---|---|
| (better)9.3 | Overall Score | 8.7 |
| 5-star | Star Rating | 5-star |
| (better)5.0 (5,665) | Google Rating | 4.8 (3,882) |
| Rates TBD | Price / Night (pp) | From $111 |
| Yes | Adults Only | No |
| – | Kids' Club | Yes |
| Near coast | Beachfront | Near coast |
| Mid-size | Resort Size | Mid-size |
| (better)10 min | Airport Transfer | 50 min |
All Scores
| Steigenberger Resort Alaya Marsa Alam | Measure | TUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar |
|---|---|---|
| (better)8.7 | Beach | 8.2 |
| (better)9.2 | Food | 8.4 |
| – | Service | 8.9 |
| (better)9.3 | Rooms | 8.7 |
| (better)9.2 | Pools | 8.6 |
| (better)8.7 | Value | 8.1 |
| – | Family | 8.3 |
| (better)9.4 | Romance | 8.5 |
Of the 9 measures we call, Steigenberger Resort Alaya Marsa Alam leads on 9 and TUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar leads on 0.
Vibes
| Steigenberger Resort Alaya Marsa Alam | Measure | TUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Romance | Yes |
Activities
| Steigenberger Resort Alaya Marsa Alam | Measure | TUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Spa | Yes |
| Yes | Water sports | Yes |
| – | Kids | Yes |
Steigenberger Resort Alaya Marsa Alam
- Adults-only all-inclusive
- 5 pools
- 5 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- Swim-up suites
- 10 min from RMF
TUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar
- 3 pools
- 5 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- Gated, 24-hour security
- 50 min from ZNZ
Pros · Steigenberger Resort Alaya Marsa Alam
- True all-inclusive product
- Adults-friendly concept
- Very strong review profile
- Five-pool resort scale
- Good reef/snorkeling access
Pros · TUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar
- Five restaurants
- Three pools
- Direct beach setting
- Good service feedback
- Minibar included on all-inclusive
Cons · Steigenberger Resort Alaya Marsa Alam
- Remote location
- Beach entry has reef/jetty caveats
- Premium services and transfers extra
Cons · TUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar
- Tide-dependent swimming
- Some dining and drinks extra
- Airport transfer extra
- Beach vendors may be persistent
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