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Barceló Maya Tropical - All InclusivevsHotel Riu Ventura
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Scores at a Glance
Barceló Maya Tropical - All InclusiveHotel Riu Ventura
Overall
8.3
7.9
Beach
8.7
8.0
Food
7.8
7.6
Service
8.0
7.4
Rooms
7.8
8.1
Value
8.2
8.1
Scores out of 10 · higher is better
Quick Stats
| Barceló Maya Tropical - All Inclusive | Measure | Hotel Riu Ventura |
|---|---|---|
| (better)8.3 | Overall Score | 7.9 |
| 5-star | Star Rating | 5-star |
| (better)4.9 (26,519) | Google Rating | 4.2 (639) |
| From $83 | 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 | 16 min (better) |
All Scores
| Barceló Maya Tropical - All Inclusive | Measure | Hotel Riu Ventura |
|---|---|---|
| (better)8.7 | Beach | 8.0 |
| (better)7.8 | Food | 7.6 |
| (better)8.0 | Service | 7.4 |
| 7.8 | Rooms | 8.1 (better) |
| (better)8.8 | Pools | 8.6 |
| (better)8.2 | Value | 8.1 |
| (better)8.9 | Family | 8.5 |
Of the 10 measures we call, Barceló Maya Tropical - All Inclusive leads on 8 and Hotel Riu Ventura leads on 2.
Vibes
| Barceló Maya Tropical - All Inclusive | Measure | Hotel Riu Ventura |
|---|
Activities
| Barceló Maya Tropical - All Inclusive | Measure | Hotel Riu Ventura |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Spa | – |
| Yes | Water sports | Yes |
| Yes | Kids | Yes |
Barceló Maya Tropical - All Inclusive
- 11 pools
- 4 places to eat
- Full-service spa
- 75 min from CUN
Hotel Riu Ventura
- 6 pools
- 8 places to eat
- Swim-up suites
- 16 min from CUN
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 · Hotel Riu Ventura
- Brand-new 705-room resort with modern rooms and large RIU-style infrastructure.
- Six pools, a children's water area, RIULand kids club, and direct Playa Delfines setting.
- 24-hour all-inclusive program with six bars and multiple specialty restaurants.
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 · Hotel Riu Ventura
- Early reviews show normal new-resort inconsistency around service, expectations, and some extra-charge confusion.
- Playa Delfines is beautiful but can be rough for casual swimmers.
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