Head to head
Cozumel Palace All Inclusive ResortvsDreams Vallarta Bay Resort & Spa
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Scores at a Glance
Cozumel Palace All Inclusive ResortDreams Vallarta Bay Resort & Spa
Overall
8.8
8.5
Beach
6.7
8.1
Food
8.7
8.2
Service
9.2
8.6
Rooms
8.9
8.2
Value
8.0
8.0
Romance
·
8.0
Scores out of 10 · higher is better
Quick Stats
| Cozumel Palace All Inclusive Resort | Measure | Dreams Vallarta Bay Resort & Spa |
|---|---|---|
| (better)8.8 | Overall Score | 8.5 |
| 5-star | Star Rating | 5-star |
| (better)4.6 (1,775) | Google Rating | 4.5 (5,540) |
| (better)From $163 | Price / Night (pp) | From $171 |
| No | Adults Only | No |
| Yes | Kids' Club | Yes |
| Near coast | Beachfront | Near coast |
| Mid-size | Resort Size | Mid-size |
| (better)10 min | Airport Transfer | 15 min |
All Scores
| Cozumel Palace All Inclusive Resort | Measure | Dreams Vallarta Bay Resort & Spa |
|---|---|---|
| 6.7 | Beach | 8.1 (better) |
| (better)8.7 | Food | 8.2 |
| (better)9.2 | Service | 8.6 |
| (better)8.9 | Rooms | 8.2 |
| 7.9 | Pools | 8.4 (better) |
| 8.0 | Value | 8.0 |
| 8.2 | Family | 8.7 (better) |
| – | Romance | 8.0 |
| – | Nightlife | 7.7 |
| – | Quiet | 7.1 |
| – | Remote work | 7.2 |
Of the 10 measures we call, Cozumel Palace All Inclusive Resort leads on 7 and Dreams Vallarta Bay Resort & Spa leads on 3.
Vibes
| Cozumel Palace All Inclusive Resort | Measure | Dreams Vallarta Bay Resort & Spa |
|---|---|---|
| – | Romance | Yes |
| – | Lively | Yes |
| – | Quiet | Yes |
Activities
| Cozumel Palace All Inclusive Resort | Measure | Dreams Vallarta Bay Resort & Spa |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Spa | Yes |
| Yes | Water sports | Yes |
| Yes | Kids | Yes |
| – | Nightlife | Yes |
Cozumel Palace All Inclusive Resort
- 3 pools
- 4 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- Gated, 24-hour security
- 10 min from CZM
Dreams Vallarta Bay Resort & Spa
- 3 pools
- 7 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- Swim-up suites
- 15 min from PVR
Pros · Cozumel Palace All Inclusive Resort
- Excellent service reputation
- Strong snorkeling access
- Large suite-style rooms
- Walkable or short taxi access to San Miguel
Pros · Dreams Vallarta Bay Resort & Spa
- Official all-inclusive Unlimited-Luxury package with top-shelf spirits, room service, minibar, Wi-Fi, and gratuities included.
- Strong family programming with both kids and teens covered.
- Convenient beachfront location close to downtown Puerto Vallarta and the airport.
Cons · Cozumel Palace All Inclusive Resort
- No sandy beach
- Sales-pressure and resort-credit complaints
- Smaller pool scene
- Deep-water entry limits toddler appeal
Cons · Dreams Vallarta Bay Resort & Spa
- Not the quietest option because it is a family resort in an active hotel-zone location.
- Some premium wine-cellar or spa experiences cost extra.
- Beach conditions and surf can vary more than at sheltered Caribbean beaches.
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