Scores at a Glance
TUI BLUE Bahari ZanzibarValamar Bellevue Resort
Overall
8.7
9.0
Beach
8.2
8.7
Food
8.4
8.4
Service
8.9
8.8
Rooms
8.7
8.6
Value
8.1
8.3
Romance
8.5
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Scores out of 10 · higher is better
Quick Stats
| TUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar | Measure | Valamar Bellevue Resort |
|---|---|---|
| 8.7 | Overall Score | 9.0 (better) |
| (better)5-star | Star Rating | 4-star |
| (better)4.8 (3,845) | Google Rating | 4.7 (3,071) |
| Rates TBD | Price / Night (pp) | From $238 |
| No | Adults Only | No |
| Yes | Kids' Club | Yes |
| Near coast | Beachfront | Near coast |
| Mid-size | Resort Size | Mid-size |
| 50 min | Airport Transfer | 44 min (better) |
All Scores
| TUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar | Measure | Valamar Bellevue Resort |
|---|---|---|
| 8.2 | Beach | 8.7 (better) |
| 8.4 | Food | 8.4 |
| (better)8.9 | Service | 8.8 |
| (better)8.7 | Rooms | 8.6 |
| 8.6 | Pools | 8.8 (better) |
| 8.1 | Value | 8.3 (better) |
| 8.3 | Family | 9.2 (better) |
| 8.5 | Romance | – |
| – | Remote work | 7.8 |
Of the 10 measures we call, TUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar leads on 4 and Valamar Bellevue Resort leads on 6.
Vibes
| TUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar | Measure | Valamar Bellevue Resort |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Romance | – |
Activities
| TUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar | Measure | Valamar Bellevue Resort |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Spa | – |
| Yes | Water sports | Yes |
| Yes | Kids | Yes |
TUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar
- 3 pools
- 5 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- Gated, 24-hour security
- 50 min from ZNZ
Valamar Bellevue Resort
- Swim-up suites
- 44 min from PUY
Pros · TUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar
- Five restaurants
- Three pools
- Direct beach setting
- Good service feedback
- Minibar included on all-inclusive
Pros · Valamar Bellevue Resort
- Officially confirmed family resort with Maro kids programming
- Strong review-platform scores and large Google review base
- Blue Flag beach context, pools, tennis, swim-up rooms, pet-friendly selected rooms, and strong Wi-Fi evidence
Cons · TUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar
- Tide-dependent swimming
- Some dining and drinks extra
- Airport transfer extra
- Beach vendors may be persistent
Cons · Valamar Bellevue Resort
- Direct resort-specific Reddit evidence was limited
- Pebble beach and lounger logistics may not satisfy every beach traveler
- Family-centered atmosphere may not suit quiet adult escapes
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