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Iberostar vs Mahekal
Iberostar and Mahekal, side by side: every number below comes straight from our catalog. Real guest ratings, our category scores, and the honest included-vs-extra research behind each resort.
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By the numbers
| Iberostar | Measure | Mahekal |
|---|---|---|
| 19 | Resorts in our catalog | 1 |
| ★ 4.8 (better) | Average guest rating | ★ 4.4 |
| 150,948 | Guest reviews analyzed | 4,730 |
| $72–$347/night pp | Nightly rates | $91–$94/night pp |
| 4 of 19 | Adults-only resorts | None (all-ages) |
| 13 of 19 | Five-star resorts | 1 of 1 (better) |
| Aruba, Brazil, Dominican Republic, Jamaica, Mexico, Morocco, Portugal, Spain | Where | Mexico |
| 8.7/10 | Overall score | 8.7/10 (better) |
| 8.7/10 (better) | Beach score | 8.6/10 |
| 8.4/10 | Food score | 8.6/10 (better) |
| 8.7/10 | Service score | 8.8/10 (better) |
| 8.4/10 | Rooms score | 8.4/10 (better) |
| 8.7/10 | Pools score | 8.8/10 (better) |
| 8.1/10 (better) | Value score | 8.0/10 |
| 8.8/10 (better) | Romance score | 8.5/10 |
| 8.8/10 (better) | Family score | 8.4/10 |
| 7.7/10 | Nightlife score | 7.8/10 (better) |
| 8.3/10 | Wellness score | 8.5/10 (better) |
Chain averages across the resorts in our catalog. Individual properties vary, so tap into each ranking before you book.
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