Head to head
Bahia Principe Escape Runaway BayvsExcellence Oyster Bay
Bahia Principe Escape Runaway BayExcellence Oyster Bay
Quick Stats
8.3
Overall Score
8.9
5-star
Star Rating
5-star
4.8 (31,006)
Google Rating
4.9 (16,751)
From $133
Price / Night (pp)
From $259
Yes
Adults Only
Yes
—
Kids' Club
—
Near coast
Beachfront
Near coast
Mid-size
Resort Size
Mid-size
75 min
Airport Transfer
39 min
All Scores
8.6
Beach
9.1
8.1
Food
8.6
8.2
Service
8.5
8.3
Rooms
9.1
8.6
Pools
8.9
8.2
Luxury
—
—
Value
8.4
8.6
Romance
9.3
7.4
Nightlife
—
8.4
Quiet
8.7
8.2
Wellness
—
—
Remote work
8.0
Vibes
Bahia Principe Escape Runaway Bay
RomanceLivelyQuiet
Excellence Oyster Bay
RomanceQuiet
Activities
Bahia Principe Escape Runaway Bay
SpaGolfWater sportsNightlife
Excellence Oyster Bay
SpaWater sports
Bahia Principe Escape Runaway Bay
- Adults-only all-inclusive
- 3 pools
- 5 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- 75 min from MBJ
Excellence Oyster Bay
- Adults-only all-inclusive
- 4 pools
- 10 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- Butler service
- 39 min from MBJ
Pros — Bahia Principe Escape Runaway Bay
- Adults-only resort with 24-hour all-inclusive structure.
- Three connected beachfront pools and swim-up bar.
- Broad activity set, including water sports and nearby golf access.
Pros — Excellence Oyster Bay
- Beautiful private peninsula setting.
- Strong adults-only romance profile.
- Beach House and villa categories are a major differentiator.
- Multiple restaurants and club-level areas.
- Good fit for honeymooners and couples seeking a polished all-inclusive.
Cons — Bahia Principe Escape Runaway Bay
- Not a small or intimate resort.
- Some experiences and premium items cost extra.
- Restaurant access can vary by season and occupancy.
Cons — Excellence Oyster Bay
- Service can feel slow or inconsistent in some guest reports.
- Not walkable to town or local restaurants.
- Entertainment is more relaxed than high-energy.
- Premium room categories can be expensive.