Azura Benguerra IslandvsExcellence Playa Mujeres

Vibes

Activities

Azura Benguerra Island

• 2 restaurants & bars
• Full-service spa
• Butler service
• 40 min from VNX

Excellence Playa Mujeres

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

Pros — Azura Benguerra Island

• Beautiful and uncrowded Bazaruto beach setting.
• Private-pool villas and dedicated butler-host model.
• Strong food and service reputation for a small remote island resort.

Pros — Excellence Playa Mujeres

• Adults-only beachfront setting with a strong couples focus.
• Seven pools and strong poolside infrastructure.
• Broad dining program with 11 restaurants.
• Large suite categories, including swim-up, rooftop terrace, and private-pool options.
• Strong recurring guest praise for service, cleanliness, food, and overall resort polish.

Cons — Azura Benguerra Island

• Remote transfer logistics and a high nightly price.
• Limited nightlife and no walkable town scene.
• Some excursions and premium drinks are not clearly included.

Cons — Excellence Playa Mujeres

• Not family-friendly because the resort is adults-only.
• The beach is good but may not be the only reason to choose the resort over other Riviera Maya options.
• Premium room categories and Excellence Club can materially increase the price.
• Guests who prefer a small boutique atmosphere may find the resort large and polished rather than intimate.