Scores at a Glance
Cozumel Palace All Inclusive ResortExplora Atacama
Overall
8.8
9.0
Beach
6.7
·
Food
8.7
8.2
Service
9.2
9.1
Rooms
8.9
8.4
Luxury
·
8.8
Value
8.0
7.8
Scores out of 10 · higher is better
Quick Stats
8.8
Overall Score
9.0
5-star
Star Rating
5-star
4.6 (1,768)
Google Rating
4.6 (340)
From $163
Price / Night (pp)
Rates TBD
No
Adults Only
No
Yes
Kids' Club
–
Near coast
Beachfront
Near coast
Mid-size
Resort Size
Mid-size
10 min
Airport Transfer
75 min
All Scores
6.7
Beach
–
8.7
Food
8.2
9.2
Service
9.1
8.9
Rooms
8.4
7.9
Pools
8.6
–
Luxury
8.8
8.0
Value
7.8
8.2
Family
–
–
Quiet
9.3
–
Adventure
9.8
–
Wellness
8.7
Vibes
–
Quiet
Yes
–
Adventure
Yes
Activities
Yes
Spa
Yes
Yes
Water sports
–
Yes
Kids
Yes
Cozumel Palace All Inclusive Resort
- 3 pools
- 4 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- Gated, 24-hour security
- 10 min from CZM
Explora Atacama
- 4 pools
- Full-service spa
- 75 min from CJC
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 · Explora Atacama
- Exceptional included exploration program with nearly 50 guided options.
- All meals and round-trip airport transfers included.
- Quiet desert setting with observatory, pools and spa facilities.
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 · Explora Atacama
- Very expensive.
- Dining is more lodge-style than multi-restaurant resort-style.
- Not ideal for travelers who mainly want to lounge.