Scores at a Glance
Chale Island ResortSecrets Cap Cana Resort & Spa
Overall
8.7
9.1
Beach
8.8
8.6
Food
8.5
8.8
Service
9.1
9.2
Rooms
8.7
9.0
Luxury
8.5
9.1
Value
8.1
8.6
Romance
9.2
9.3
Scores out of 10 · higher is better
Quick Stats
| Chale Island Resort | Measure | Secrets Cap Cana Resort & Spa |
|---|---|---|
| 8.7 | Overall Score | 9.1 (better) |
| 5-star | Star Rating | 5-star |
| 4.6 (869) | Google Rating | 4.6 (456) |
| (better)From $203 | Price / Night (pp) | From $292 |
| No | Adults Only | Yes |
| – | Kids' Club | – |
| Near coast | Beachfront | Oceanfront |
| Mid-size | Resort Size | Grand |
| 30 min | Airport Transfer | 20 min (better) |
All Scores
| Chale Island Resort | Measure | Secrets Cap Cana Resort & Spa |
|---|---|---|
| (better)8.8 | Beach | 8.6 |
| 8.5 | Food | 8.8 (better) |
| 9.1 | Service | 9.2 (better) |
| 8.7 | Rooms | 9.0 (better) |
| 8.5 | Pools | 9.0 (better) |
| 8.5 | Luxury | 9.1 (better) |
| 8.1 | Value | 8.6 (better) |
| 7.0 | Family | – |
| 9.2 | Romance | 9.3 (better) |
| – | Nightlife | 7.7 |
| 9.0 | Quiet | 9.1 (better) |
| (better)8.8 | Adventure | 8.4 |
| 8.2 | Wellness | 9.0 (better) |
| 8.0 | Remote work | 8.0 |
Of the 14 measures we call, Chale Island Resort leads on 3 and Secrets Cap Cana Resort & Spa leads on 11.
Vibes
| Chale Island Resort | Measure | Secrets Cap Cana Resort & Spa |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Romance | Yes |
| Yes | Quiet | Yes |
| Yes | Adventure | – |
Activities
| Chale Island Resort | Measure | Secrets Cap Cana Resort & Spa |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Spa | Yes |
| Yes | Water sports | Yes |
| Yes | Kids | – |
| – | Golf | Yes |
Chale Island Resort
- 3 pools
- 5 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- Overwater bungalows
- 30 min from UKA
Secrets Cap Cana Resort & Spa
- Private white-sand beach
- Unlimited spa access
- 8 specialty restaurants
- Swim-out suites
Pros · Chale Island Resort
- Rare private-island setting in Kenya
- Optional all-inclusive rates
- Strong snorkeling, diving, and nature activities
- Distinctive room categories including an overwater suite
- Three pools and a broad dining-and-bar lineup
Pros · Secrets Cap Cana Resort & Spa
- High-end adults-only all-inclusive with strong service reputation.
- Large suite-only room product.
- Deep dining and bar lineup for an adults-only resort.
Cons · Chale Island Resort
- All-inclusive is optional and restricted to select rate plans
- Premium drinks and special dining may not be fully included
- No verified kids club
- Transfers add friction compared with mainland Diani resorts
Cons · Secrets Cap Cana Resort & Spa
- Seasonal sargassum can affect the beach.
- Airport transfer is not automatically included.
- Some restaurant experiences or seating may require pre-planning.
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