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Barceló Maya Colonial - All InclusivevsBarceló Maya Tropical - All Inclusive
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Scores at a Glance
Barceló Maya Colonial - All InclusiveBarceló Maya Tropical - All Inclusive
Overall
8.2
8.3
Beach
8.1
8.7
Food
7.7
7.8
Service
7.9
8.0
Rooms
7.8
7.8
Value
8.1
8.2
Scores out of 10 · higher is better
Quick Stats
| Barceló Maya Colonial - All Inclusive | Measure | Barceló Maya Tropical - All Inclusive |
|---|---|---|
| 8.2 | Overall Score | 8.3 (better) |
| 5-star | Star Rating | 5-star |
| 4.8 (30,838) | Google Rating | 4.9 (25,953) (better) |
| (better)From $92 | Price / Night (pp) | From $102 |
| No | Adults Only | No |
| Yes | Kids' Club | Yes |
| Near coast | Beachfront | Near coast |
| Mid-size | Resort Size | Mid-size |
| – | Airport Transfer | 75 min |
All Scores
| Barceló Maya Colonial - All Inclusive | Measure | Barceló Maya Tropical - All Inclusive |
|---|---|---|
| 8.1 | Beach | 8.7 (better) |
| 7.7 | Food | 7.8 (better) |
| 7.9 | Service | 8.0 (better) |
| 7.8 | Rooms | 7.8 |
| (better)8.9 | Pools | 8.8 |
| 8.1 | Value | 8.2 (better) |
| (better)9.1 | Family | 8.9 |
| 7.1 | Quiet | – |
| 8.7 | Adventure | – |
Of the 9 measures we call, Barceló Maya Colonial - All Inclusive leads on 3 and Barceló Maya Tropical - All Inclusive leads on 6.
Vibes
| Barceló Maya Colonial - All Inclusive | Measure | Barceló Maya Tropical - All Inclusive |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Quiet | – |
| Yes | Adventure | – |
Activities
| Barceló Maya Colonial - All Inclusive | Measure | Barceló Maya Tropical - All Inclusive |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Spa | Yes |
| Yes | Water sports | Yes |
| Yes | Kids | Yes |
Barceló Maya Colonial - All Inclusive
- 6 pools
- 4 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
Barceló Maya Tropical - All Inclusive
- 1 pools
- 4 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- 60 min from CUN
Pros · Barceló Maya Colonial - All Inclusive
- Excellent family activity infrastructure.
- Multiple pools and a children's water park.
- Access to neighboring Barceló Maya properties.
Pros · Barceló Maya Tropical - All Inclusive
- Large, highly amenitized all-inclusive complex with multiple pools and four-hotel access.
- Strong family setup with kids club, children’s water features, sports, beach, and entertainment.
- Beach and snorkeling are stronger than many Cancun-area megaresorts.
Cons · Barceló Maya Colonial - All Inclusive
- Room service costs extra.
- Food and drink feedback is inconsistent.
- Large complex can mean walking, shuttles and crowding.
Cons · Barceló Maya Tropical - All Inclusive
- The complex is large and can involve walking or shuttle movement.
- Chair availability, room placement, and specialty restaurant access are recurring friction points.
- Sargassum and sea conditions can vary seasonally.
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