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Cozumel Palace All Inclusive ResortvsLily Beach Resort & Spa
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Scores at a Glance
Cozumel Palace All Inclusive ResortLily Beach Resort & Spa
Overall
8.8
9.0
Beach
6.7
9.2
Food
8.7
8.9
Service
9.2
9.0
Rooms
8.9
8.5
Value
8.0
8.7
Romance
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8.7
Scores out of 10 · higher is better
Quick Stats
| Cozumel Palace All Inclusive Resort | Measure | Lily Beach Resort & Spa |
|---|---|---|
| 8.8 | Overall Score | 9.0 (better) |
| 5-star | Star Rating | 5-star |
| 4.6 (1,776) | Google Rating | 4.8 (1,211) (better) |
| From $163 (better) | Price / Night (pp) | From $424 |
| No | Adults Only | No |
| Yes | Kids' Club | Yes |
| Near coast | Beachfront | Near coast |
| Mid-size | Resort Size | Mid-size |
| 10 min (better) | Airport Transfer | 25 min |
All Scores
| Cozumel Palace All Inclusive Resort | Measure | Lily Beach Resort & Spa |
|---|---|---|
| 6.7 | Beach | 9.2 (better) |
| 8.7 | Food | 8.9 (better) |
| 9.2 (better) | Service | 9.0 |
| 8.9 (better) | Rooms | 8.5 |
| 7.9 | Pools | – |
| 8.0 | Value | 8.7 (better) |
| 8.2 | Family | 9.0 (better) |
| – | Romance | 8.7 |
| – | Adventure | 9.2 |
| – | Wellness | 8.5 |
| – | Remote work | 7.0 |
Vibes
| Cozumel Palace All Inclusive Resort | Measure | Lily Beach Resort & Spa |
|---|---|---|
| – | Romance | Yes |
| – | Adventure | Yes |
Activities
| Cozumel Palace All Inclusive Resort | Measure | Lily Beach Resort & Spa |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Spa | Yes |
| Yes | Water sports | Yes |
| Yes | Kids | Yes |
Cozumel Palace All Inclusive Resort
- 3 pools
- 4 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- Gated, 24-hour security
- 10 min from CZM
Lily Beach Resort & Spa
- 2 pools
- 4 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- Overwater bungalows
- 25 min from MLE
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 · Lily Beach Resort & Spa
- One of the Maldives’ strongest true all-inclusive concepts.
- Excellent house reef, snorkeling and diving appeal.
- Strong food, beverage and minibar inclusions through the Platinum Plan.
- Family-friendly facilities without sacrificing a premium Maldives feel.
- Short 25-minute seaplane transfer from Malé by Maldives standards.
- Good mix of beach villas, family villas and overwater villa categories.
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 · Lily Beach Resort & Spa
- Not adults-only; some honeymooners may find the family orientation stronger than expected.
- Some rooms and facilities are described as slightly dated in a minority of guest feedback.
- Optional premium experiences and seaplane transfers can still add cost despite the all-inclusive positioning.
- Travelers wanting ultra-polished, design-led modern luxury may prefer newer Maldives competitors.
- Seaplane timing constraints can affect arrival and departure logistics.
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