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Cozumel Palace All Inclusive ResortvsHoliday Inn Resort Aruba-Beach Resort & Casino by IHG
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Scores at a Glance
Cozumel Palace All Inclusive ResortHoliday Inn Resort Aruba-Beach Resort & Casino by IHG
Overall
8.8
7.6
Beach
6.7
9.0
Food
8.7
6.9
Service
9.2
7.2
Rooms
8.9
6.9
Value
8.0
8.0
Romance
·
7.5
Scores out of 10 · higher is better
Quick Stats
| Cozumel Palace All Inclusive Resort | Measure | Holiday Inn Resort Aruba-Beach Resort & Casino by IHG |
|---|---|---|
| 8.8 (better) | Overall Score | 7.6 |
| 5-star (better) | Star Rating | 4-star |
| 4.6 (1,776) (better) | Google Rating | 4.1 (4,526) |
| From $163 | Price / Night (pp) | From $147 (better) |
| No | Adults Only | No |
| Yes | Kids' Club | Yes |
| Near coast | Beachfront | Near coast |
| Mid-size | Resort Size | Mid-size |
| 10 min (better) | Airport Transfer | 20 min |
All Scores
| Cozumel Palace All Inclusive Resort | Measure | Holiday Inn Resort Aruba-Beach Resort & Casino by IHG |
|---|---|---|
| 6.7 | Beach | 9.0 (better) |
| 8.7 (better) | Food | 6.9 |
| 9.2 (better) | Service | 7.2 |
| 8.9 (better) | Rooms | 6.9 |
| 7.9 (better) | Pools | 7.8 |
| 8.0 | Value | 8.0 |
| 8.2 (better) | Family | 8.0 |
| – | Romance | 7.5 |
| – | Nightlife | 8.4 |
| – | Quiet | 6.4 |
| – | Remote work | 8.0 |
Vibes
| Cozumel Palace All Inclusive Resort | Measure | Holiday Inn Resort Aruba-Beach Resort & Casino by IHG |
|---|---|---|
| – | Romance | Yes |
| – | Lively | Yes |
Activities
| Cozumel Palace All Inclusive Resort | Measure | Holiday Inn Resort Aruba-Beach Resort & Casino by IHG |
|---|---|---|
| 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
Holiday Inn Resort Aruba-Beach Resort & Casino by IHG
- 3 pools
- 4 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- 20 min from AUA
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 · Holiday Inn Resort Aruba-Beach Resort & Casino by IHG
- Excellent Palm Beach location.
- Optional all-inclusive package gives flexibility.
- Good value versus neighboring high-rise resorts.
- Kids Club and Kids Eat Free benefits.
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 · Holiday Inn Resort Aruba-Beach Resort & Casino by IHG
- Rooms are frequently described as dated.
- Food is often described as adequate rather than special.
- In-room dining is excluded from the all-inclusive package.
- Beach shade and palapa logistics can be frustrating.
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