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Barceló Maya Tropical - All InclusivevsCozumel Palace All Inclusive Resort
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Scores at a Glance
Barceló Maya Tropical - All InclusiveCozumel Palace All Inclusive Resort
Overall
8.3
8.8
Beach
8.7
6.7
Food
7.8
8.7
Service
8.0
9.2
Rooms
7.8
8.9
Value
8.2
8.0
Scores out of 10 · higher is better
Quick Stats
| Barceló Maya Tropical - All Inclusive | Measure | Cozumel Palace All Inclusive Resort |
|---|---|---|
| 8.3 | Overall Score | 8.8 (better) |
| 5-star | Star Rating | 5-star |
| (better)4.9 (25,953) | Google Rating | 4.6 (1,777) |
| (better)From $102 | Price / Night (pp) | From $163 |
| No | Adults Only | No |
| Yes | Kids' Club | Yes |
| Near coast | Beachfront | Near coast |
| Mid-size | Resort Size | Mid-size |
| 75 min | Airport Transfer | 10 min (better) |
All Scores
| Barceló Maya Tropical - All Inclusive | Measure | Cozumel Palace All Inclusive Resort |
|---|---|---|
| (better)8.7 | Beach | 6.7 |
| 7.8 | Food | 8.7 (better) |
| 8.0 | Service | 9.2 (better) |
| 7.8 | Rooms | 8.9 (better) |
| (better)8.8 | Pools | 7.9 |
| (better)8.2 | Value | 8.0 |
| (better)8.9 | Family | 8.2 |
Of the 11 measures we call, Barceló Maya Tropical - All Inclusive leads on 6 and Cozumel Palace All Inclusive Resort leads on 5.
Vibes
| Barceló Maya Tropical - All Inclusive | Measure | Cozumel Palace All Inclusive Resort |
|---|
Activities
| Barceló Maya Tropical - All Inclusive | Measure | Cozumel Palace All Inclusive Resort |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Spa | Yes |
| Yes | Water sports | Yes |
| Yes | Kids | Yes |
Barceló Maya Tropical - All Inclusive
- 1 pools
- 4 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- 60 min from CUN
Cozumel Palace All Inclusive Resort
- 3 pools
- 4 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- Gated, 24-hour security
- 10 min from CZM
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.
Pros · Cozumel Palace All Inclusive Resort
- Excellent service reputation
- Strong snorkeling access
- Large suite-style rooms
- Walkable or short taxi access to San Miguel
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.
Cons · Cozumel Palace All Inclusive Resort
- No sandy beach
- Sales-pressure and resort-credit complaints
- Smaller pool scene
- Deep-water entry limits toddler appeal
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