Scores at a Glance
Club Hotel DolphinMIA Reef Isla Mujeres
Overall
8.1
7.8
Beach
7.4
9.2
Food
8.0
6.9
Service
8.6
7.8
Rooms
7.6
7.1
Value
7.9
7.0
Romance
7.6
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Scores out of 10 · higher is better
Quick Stats
| Club Hotel Dolphin | Measure | MIA Reef Isla Mujeres |
|---|---|---|
| (better)8.1 | Overall Score | 7.8 |
| (better)5-star | Star Rating | 4-star |
| (better)4.7 (9,162) | Google Rating | 4.6 (8,367) |
| (better)From $38 | Price / Night (pp) | From $180 |
| No | Adults Only | No |
| Yes | Kids' Club | Yes |
| Near coast | Beachfront | Near coast |
| Mid-size | Resort Size | Mid-size |
| (better)35 min | Airport Transfer | 75 min |
All Scores
| Club Hotel Dolphin | Measure | MIA Reef Isla Mujeres |
|---|---|---|
| 7.4 | Beach | 9.2 (better) |
| (better)8.0 | Food | 6.9 |
| (better)8.6 | Service | 7.8 |
| (better)7.6 | Rooms | 7.1 |
| 8.7 | Pools | – |
| (better)7.9 | Value | 7.0 |
| (better)8.2 | Family | 8.1 |
| 7.6 | Romance | – |
| 7.8 | Nightlife | – |
| 6.4 | Quiet | 7.2 (better) |
| 7.8 | Adventure | – |
| 7.6 | Wellness | – |
| 7.5 | Remote work | – |
Of the 12 measures we call, Club Hotel Dolphin leads on 10 and MIA Reef Isla Mujeres leads on 2.
Vibes
| Club Hotel Dolphin | Measure | MIA Reef Isla Mujeres |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Romance | – |
| Yes | Lively | – |
| Yes | Adventure | – |
| – | Quiet | Yes |
Activities
| Club Hotel Dolphin | Measure | MIA Reef Isla Mujeres |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Spa | Yes |
| Yes | Water sports | Yes |
| Yes | Nightlife | – |
| Yes | Kids | Yes |
Club Hotel Dolphin
- 3 pools
- 2 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- 35 min from CMB
MIA Reef Isla Mujeres
- 1 pools
- 2 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- 75 min from CUN
Pros · Club Hotel Dolphin
- Verified all-inclusive availability
- Large pool setup with children's pool
- Strong family-friendly amenities
- Friendly staff feedback is recurring
- Convenient for Bandaranaike International Airport
Pros · MIA Reef Isla Mujeres
- Exceptional Playa Norte and private-islet location.
- Calm, clear, highly swimmable water compared with many Cancun-area beaches.
- Strong snorkeling and scenery directly from the resort area.
- Walkable access to Isla Mujeres town, restaurants and bars.
- Good family fit for travelers prioritizing shallow water and beach access.
Cons · Club Hotel Dolphin
- All-inclusive is rate-plan dependent
- A la carte dining may cost extra
- Some room refurbishment and air-conditioning complaints
- Large active-resort feel can be noisy
Cons · MIA Reef Isla Mujeres
- Food feedback is mixed and often weaker than the location feedback.
- Rooms and facilities are described as older or tired in some recent guest reviews.
- Value can feel questionable when rates are high because guests compare it with newer or more polished Cancun-area all-inclusives.
- Day-pass traffic, music and beach crowding can reduce the secluded feel at times.
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