Scores at a Glance
Bahia Principe Explore AkumalJAZ Makadina
Overall
8.5
9.0
Beach
8.4
9.0
Food
8.3
8.8
Service
8.5
9.2
Rooms
8.3
8.5
Value
8.1
8.7
Scores out of 10 · higher is better
Quick Stats
| Bahia Principe Explore Akumal | Measure | JAZ Makadina |
|---|---|---|
| 8.5 | Overall Score | 9.0 (better) |
| 5-star | Star Rating | 5-star |
| 4.7 (25,608) | Google Rating | 4.9 (10,511) (better) |
| From $108 | Price / Night (pp) | Rates TBD |
| No | Adults Only | No |
| Yes | Kids' Club | Yes |
| Near coast | Beachfront | Near coast |
| Mid-size | Resort Size | Mid-size |
| 75 min | Airport Transfer | 35 min (better) |
All Scores
| Bahia Principe Explore Akumal | Measure | JAZ Makadina |
|---|---|---|
| 8.4 | Beach | 9.0 (better) |
| 8.3 | Food | 8.8 (better) |
| 8.5 | Service | 9.2 (better) |
| 8.3 | Rooms | 8.5 (better) |
| (better)8.7 | Pools | 8.4 |
| 8.1 | Value | 8.7 (better) |
| (better)9.0 | Family | 8.8 |
| 7.5 | Nightlife | – |
| 8.3 | Adventure | 8.7 (better) |
| 8.3 | Wellness | – |
Of the 11 measures we call, Bahia Principe Explore Akumal leads on 2 and JAZ Makadina leads on 9.
Vibes
| Bahia Principe Explore Akumal | Measure | JAZ Makadina |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Lively | – |
| Yes | Adventure | Yes |
Activities
| Bahia Principe Explore Akumal | Measure | JAZ Makadina |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Spa | Yes |
| Yes | Golf | – |
| Yes | Water sports | Yes |
| Yes | Nightlife | – |
| Yes | Kids | Yes |
Bahia Principe Explore Akumal
- 3 pools
- 15 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- Swim-up suites
- 75 min from CUN
JAZ Makadina
- 2 pools
- 2 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- Gated, 24-hour security
- 35 min from HRG
Pros · Bahia Principe Explore Akumal
- Excellent family infrastructure and water-park access.
- Large pool and dining variety for a resort-complex vacation.
- Strong review mass and consistent all-inclusive verification.
Pros · JAZ Makadina
- True all-inclusive product
- Beachfront Red Sea snorkeling
- Strong service feedback
- Family rooms and kids facilities
- Water park access
Cons · Bahia Principe Explore Akumal
- Large scale can feel impersonal or logistically tiring.
- Restaurant reservations can be a recurring frustration.
- Beach conditions are seasonally variable.
Cons · JAZ Makadina
- Minibar may cost extra
- Pool setup is smaller than megaresorts
- Premium drink scope needs confirmation
- Nightlife is low-key
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