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Cozumel Palace All Inclusive ResortvsS Hotel Montego Bay
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Scores at a Glance
Cozumel Palace All Inclusive ResortS Hotel Montego Bay
Overall
8.8
8.8
Beach
6.7
8.8
Food
8.7
8.4
Service
9.2
8.8
Rooms
8.9
8.6
Value
8.0
8.2
Scores out of 10 · higher is better
Quick Stats
| Cozumel Palace All Inclusive Resort | Measure | S Hotel Montego Bay |
|---|---|---|
| 8.8 | Overall Score | 8.8 |
| (better)5-star | Star Rating | 4-star |
| 4.6 (1,775) | Google Rating | 4.6 (1,275) |
| (better)From $163 | Price / Night (pp) | From $209 |
| No | Adults Only | No |
| Yes | Kids' Club | – |
| Near coast | Beachfront | Near coast |
| Mid-size | Resort Size | Mid-size |
| 10 min | Airport Transfer | 10 min |
All Scores
| Cozumel Palace All Inclusive Resort | Measure | S Hotel Montego Bay |
|---|---|---|
| 6.7 | Beach | 8.8 (better) |
| (better)8.7 | Food | 8.4 |
| (better)9.2 | Service | 8.8 |
| (better)8.9 | Rooms | 8.6 |
| 7.9 | Pools | 8.5 (better) |
| 8.0 | Value | 8.2 (better) |
| 8.2 | Family | – |
| – | Nightlife | 8.4 |
| – | Remote work | 8.2 |
Of the 8 measures we call, Cozumel Palace All Inclusive Resort leads on 5 and S Hotel Montego Bay leads on 3.
Vibes
| Cozumel Palace All Inclusive Resort | Measure | S Hotel Montego Bay |
|---|---|---|
| – | Lively | Yes |
Activities
| Cozumel Palace All Inclusive Resort | Measure | S Hotel Montego Bay |
|---|---|---|
| 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
S Hotel Montego Bay
- 2 pools
- 4 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- 10 min from MBJ
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 · S Hotel Montego Bay
- Direct access to Doctor’s Cave Beach.
- Boutique scale with strong design appeal.
- Close to Montego Bay airport.
- Strong service sentiment across guest sources.
- Walkable Hip Strip location.
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 · S Hotel Montego Bay
- Fewer restaurants and resort activities than larger all-inclusives.
- Urban location may feel less secluded.
- Some Reddit discussion questions beach drink service and dining depth.
- Beach can feel busier because Doctor’s Cave is a popular public-area beach.
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