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Cocobay Resort AntiguavsSteigenberger Resort Alaya Marsa Alam
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Scores at a Glance
Cocobay Resort AntiguaSteigenberger Resort Alaya Marsa Alam
Overall
8.6
9.3
Beach
9.0
8.7
Food
8.2
9.2
Service
8.9
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Rooms
8.5
9.3
Value
8.0
8.7
Romance
9.2
9.4
Scores out of 10 · higher is better
Quick Stats
| Cocobay Resort Antigua | Measure | Steigenberger Resort Alaya Marsa Alam |
|---|---|---|
| 8.6 | Overall Score | 9.3 (better) |
| 4-star | Star Rating | 5-star (better) |
| 4.6 (962) | Google Rating | 5.0 (5,665) (better) |
| From $332 | Price / Night (pp) | Rates TBD |
| Yes | Adults Only | Yes |
| – | Kids' Club | – |
| Near coast | Beachfront | Near coast |
| Mid-size | Resort Size | Mid-size |
| 45 min | Airport Transfer | 10 min (better) |
All Scores
| Cocobay Resort Antigua | Measure | Steigenberger Resort Alaya Marsa Alam |
|---|---|---|
| (better)9.0 | Beach | 8.7 |
| 8.2 | Food | 9.2 (better) |
| 8.9 | Service | – |
| 8.5 | Rooms | 9.3 (better) |
| 8.4 | Pools | 9.2 (better) |
| 8.0 | Value | 8.7 (better) |
| 9.2 | Romance | 9.4 (better) |
| 9.0 | Quiet | – |
Of the 10 measures we call, Cocobay Resort Antigua leads on 1 and Steigenberger Resort Alaya Marsa Alam leads on 9.
Vibes
| Cocobay Resort Antigua | Measure | Steigenberger Resort Alaya Marsa Alam |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Romance | Yes |
| Yes | Quiet | – |
Activities
| Cocobay Resort Antigua | Measure | Steigenberger Resort Alaya Marsa Alam |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Spa | Yes |
| Yes | Water sports | Yes |
Cocobay Resort Antigua
- Adults-only all-inclusive
- Full-service spa
- Gated, 24-hour security
- 45 min from ANU
Steigenberger Resort Alaya Marsa Alam
- Adults-only all-inclusive
- 5 pools
- 5 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- Swim-up suites
- 10 min from RMF
Pros · Cocobay Resort Antigua
- Highly romantic adult-only setting with strong sea views and cottage character.
- Direct access to Antigua’s west-coast beach scenery.
- Private-pool cottages and suites create a more intimate feel than large all-inclusives.
Pros · Steigenberger Resort Alaya Marsa Alam
- True all-inclusive product
- Adults-friendly concept
- Very strong review profile
- Five-pool resort scale
- Good reef/snorkeling access
Cons · Cocobay Resort Antigua
- Limited dining variety compared with larger all-inclusive resorts.
- Steps and hillside layout may not suit mobility-limited travelers.
- Some premium experiences and room-level perks depend on category or direct booking.
Cons · Steigenberger Resort Alaya Marsa Alam
- Remote location
- Beach entry has reef/jetty caveats
- Premium services and transfers extra
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