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Barceló Maya Tropical - All InclusivevsHilton Tulum Riviera Maya All-Inclusive Resort
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Scores at a Glance
Barceló Maya Tropical - All InclusiveHilton Tulum Riviera Maya All-Inclusive Resort
Overall
8.3
8.4
Beach
8.7
7.8
Food
7.8
8.2
Service
8.0
8.3
Rooms
7.8
8.7
Luxury
·
8.4
Value
8.2
7.6
Scores out of 10 · higher is better
Quick Stats
| Barceló Maya Tropical - All Inclusive | Measure | Hilton Tulum Riviera Maya All-Inclusive Resort |
|---|---|---|
| 8.3 | Overall Score | 8.4 (better) |
| 5-star | Star Rating | 5-star |
| (better)4.9 (26,346) | Google Rating | 4.4 (5,101) |
| (better)From $102 | Price / Night (pp) | From $191 |
| No | Adults Only | No |
| Yes | Kids' Club | Yes |
| Near coast | Beachfront | Near coast |
| Mid-size | Resort Size | Mid-size |
| 75 min | Airport Transfer | – |
All Scores
| Barceló Maya Tropical - All Inclusive | Measure | Hilton Tulum Riviera Maya All-Inclusive Resort |
|---|---|---|
| (better)8.7 | Beach | 7.8 |
| 7.8 | Food | 8.2 (better) |
| 8.0 | Service | 8.3 (better) |
| 7.8 | Rooms | 8.7 (better) |
| 8.8 | Pools | 8.8 |
| – | Luxury | 8.4 |
| (better)8.2 | Value | 7.6 |
| 8.9 | Family | 8.9 |
| – | Nightlife | 7.4 |
| – | Quiet | 6.6 |
| – | Wellness | 8.2 |
Of the 8 measures we call, Barceló Maya Tropical - All Inclusive leads on 4 and Hilton Tulum Riviera Maya All-Inclusive Resort leads on 4.
Vibes
| Barceló Maya Tropical - All Inclusive | Measure | Hilton Tulum Riviera Maya All-Inclusive Resort |
|---|---|---|
| – | Lively | Yes |
Activities
| Barceló Maya Tropical - All Inclusive | Measure | Hilton Tulum Riviera Maya All-Inclusive Resort |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Spa | Yes |
| Yes | Water sports | Yes |
| Yes | Kids | Yes |
| – | Nightlife | Yes |
Barceló Maya Tropical - All Inclusive
- 1 pools
- 4 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- 60 min from CUN
Hilton Tulum Riviera Maya All-Inclusive Resort
- 9 pools
- 13 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
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 · Hilton Tulum Riviera Maya All-Inclusive Resort
- Large modern Hilton all-inclusive with strong family amenities.
- Thirteen dining venues create above-average variety.
- Nine-pool setup and water playground are major strengths.
- Rooms are modern and view categories are clear.
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 · Hilton Tulum Riviera Maya All-Inclusive Resort
- Dinner reservations and resort layout draw recurring complaints.
- Beach quality is more mixed than pools or rooms.
- Service sentiment is positive overall but less polished than top luxury all-inclusives.
- Quiet travelers may dislike the family-zone energy.
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