Is Xanadu Makadi Bay a good choice for a multigenerational family holiday with children compared with Fort Arabesque in Makadi Bay?

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TL;DR

Xanadu Makadi Bay can work for families, but reports mention a crowded beach and unheated pools and waterpark in winter. Fort Arabesque is described as a more tried-and-tested option, though multigenerational groups should confirm access rules between the West and Resort sections before booking.

What the community said

For a winter stay at Xanadu Makadi Bay, ask the hotel in writing whether pools will be heated: one recent report says none were heated during the previous winter, although improvements were promised.

Xanadu Makadi Bay — heated pools

The waterpark at Xanadu Makadi Bay is described as an older facility from the former TIA hotel and is reportedly unheated. This can be a major drawback for young children in cooler months.

Xanadu Makadi Bay waterpark

One report describes the beach at Xanadu Makadi Bay as crowded. Families who want easy access to loungers and a quieter beach should factor this into their travel dates.

Xanadu Makadi Bay beach

For a multigenerational stay at Fort Arabesque, confirm room allocation and cross-access in advance: if grandparents stay in West and the family stays in Resort, there may be restrictions on using each other’s beach and dining areas.

Fort Arabesque West and Resort

If booking Xanadu Makadi Bay with small children, check the latest hygiene reviews as well: reports mentioned gastrointestinal illness concerns in a hotel with many young guests.

Xanadu Makadi Bay — hygiene reviews