Stella Island Luxury Resort & SpavsTivoli Ecoresort Praia do Forte

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Stella Island Luxury Resort & Spa

• Adults-only all-inclusive
• 8 pools
• 7 restaurants & bars
• Full-service spa
• Overwater bungalows
• Swim-up suites

Tivoli Ecoresort Praia do Forte

• Sea turtle conservation area
• Tropical coconut palm beach
• Eco-adventure excursions
• Brazilian cuisine & cocktails

Pros · Stella Island Luxury Resort & Spa

• Spectacular lagoon-pool design.
• Strong adults-only honeymoon atmosphere.
• Wide range of swim-up, overwater and private-pool rooms.
• Good service and food sentiment.

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 · Stella Island Luxury Resort & Spa

• Not beachfront.
• All-inclusive dining rules are more limited than many guests expect.
• À la carte access can depend on rate or room type.
• Privacy varies by room position around the lagoon.

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.