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Ambergris Cay Private Island Resort
Ambergris Cay Private Island Resort
Five-Star·★ 4.7
Excellence Playa Mujeres
Excellence Playa Mujeres
Playa Mujeres, Mexico
Five-Star·★ 4.9·Adults Only

Quick Stats

Ambergris Cay Private Island ResortMeasureExcellence Playa Mujeres
–Overall Score9.0
5-starStar Rating5-star
4.7 (42)Google Rating4.9 (18,039) (better)
From $2073Price / Night (pp)From $269 (better)
NoAdults OnlyYes
UnverifiedKids' ClubNot applicable
Near coastBeachfrontOceanfront
Mid-sizeResort SizeGrand
40 minAirport Transfer35 min (better)

Ambergris Cay Private Island Resort

Kids' club & childcare
No kids’ club listed
Room service
Available with limits. Official site lists room service as not included; Mr & Mrs Smith notes Calico menu 7am–10pm with a service charge
Dining reservations
Restaurant reservation rules are unverified; confirm before booking.
Single accommodation capacity
Largest confirmed capacity: 12 people in one accommodation. Three- to Six-Bedroom Villa. Adult limit unverified.
See supplier details at Ambergris Cay Private Island Resort

Excellence Playa Mujeres

Kids' club & childcare
Not applicable: adults only
Room service
Included. Room service is part of the Excellence all-inclusive model and guest reports reference room-service use.
Dining reservations
Restaurant reservation rules are unverified; confirm before booking.
Single accommodation capacity
Largest confirmed capacity: 2 people in one accommodation. Junior Suite Spa or Pool View; Junior Swim-Up Suite; Two-Story Rooftop Terrace Suite with Plunge Pool; 2 more categories at this capacity. Adult limit unverified.
See supplier details at Excellence Playa Mujeres

Ambergris Cay Private Island Resort

Highlights

  • Full-service spa
  • Butler service
  • 20 min from PLS

Why choose it

  • Genuine private-island seclusion with five-star service
  • Premium spirits and à la carte dining included
  • Every unit has a private heated plunge pool

Keep in mind

  • Daylight-only air transfer can strand late PLS arrivals
  • Price is high even among luxury all-inclusives
  • Dining variety is limited to a handful of venues

Excellence Playa Mujeres

Highlights

  • Private beach
  • 7 gourmet restaurants
  • Spa with hydrotherapy
  • Rooftop terrace suites

Why choose it

  • Consistently strong couples and honeymoon reputation.
  • Wide adult-only pool and beach footprint.
  • Good dining variety without heavy reservation friction.

Keep in mind

  • Seasonal sargassum can affect the beach.
  • Some older rooms may feel less new than Excellence Coral.
  • Club upgrade value depends on how much guests use beach seating and Magna.

Of the 3 measures we call, Ambergris Cay Private Island Resort leads on 0 and Excellence Playa Mujeres leads on 3.

Vibes

Ambergris Cay Private Island ResortMeasureExcellence Playa Mujeres
YesRomanceYes
YesQuietYes

Activities

Ambergris Cay Private Island ResortMeasureExcellence Playa Mujeres
YesSpaYes
YesWater sportsYes
YesKids–
–diningYes
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