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Barceló Maya Tropical - All InclusivevsSecrets Aura Cozumel
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Scores at a Glance
Barceló Maya Tropical - All InclusiveSecrets Aura Cozumel
Overall
8.3
7.8
Beach
8.7
8.6
Food
7.8
6.8
Service
8.0
7.8
Rooms
7.8
7.0
Value
8.2
7.0
Romance
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8.0
Scores out of 10 · higher is better
Quick Stats
| Barceló Maya Tropical - All Inclusive | Measure | Secrets Aura Cozumel |
|---|---|---|
| (better)8.3 | Overall Score | 7.8 |
| 5-star | Star Rating | 5-star |
| (better)4.9 (26,346) | Google Rating | 3.8 (3,297) |
| From $102 | Price / Night (pp) | From $83 (better) |
| No | Adults Only | Yes |
| Yes | Kids' Club | – |
| Near coast | Beachfront | Near coast |
| Mid-size | Resort Size | Mid-size |
| 75 min | Airport Transfer | 25 min (better) |
All Scores
| Barceló Maya Tropical - All Inclusive | Measure | Secrets Aura Cozumel |
|---|---|---|
| (better)8.7 | Beach | 8.6 |
| (better)7.8 | Food | 6.8 |
| (better)8.0 | Service | 7.8 |
| (better)7.8 | Rooms | 7.0 |
| (better)8.8 | Pools | 7.6 |
| (better)8.2 | Value | 7.0 |
| 8.9 | Family | – |
| – | Romance | 8.0 |
| – | Adventure | 8.8 |
Of the 10 measures we call, Barceló Maya Tropical - All Inclusive leads on 8 and Secrets Aura Cozumel leads on 2.
Vibes
| Barceló Maya Tropical - All Inclusive | Measure | Secrets Aura Cozumel |
|---|---|---|
| – | Romance | Yes |
| – | Adventure | Yes |
Activities
| Barceló Maya Tropical - All Inclusive | Measure | Secrets Aura Cozumel |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Spa | Yes |
| Yes | Water sports | Yes |
| Yes | Kids | – |
Barceló Maya Tropical - All Inclusive
- 1 pools
- 4 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- 60 min from CUN
Secrets Aura Cozumel
- Adults-only all-inclusive
- 3 pools
- 8 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- Swim-up suites
- 25 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 · Secrets Aura Cozumel
- Adults-only all-inclusive
- Strong beach and snorkeling fit
- Swim-up suites
- Preferred Club categories
- Good Cozumel adventure base
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 · Secrets Aura Cozumel
- Recent food complaints
- Maintenance and room-odor complaints
- Upselling/vendor pressure reports
- Special dinners may cost extra
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