Scores at a Glance
Cozumel Palace All Inclusive ResortSecrets Akumal Riviera Maya
Overall
8.8
9.3
Beach
6.7
9.4
Food
8.7
8.8
Service
9.2
9.1
Rooms
8.9
9.0
Value
8.0
·
Romance
·
9.5
Scores out of 10 · higher is better
Quick Stats
8.8
Overall Score
9.3
5-star
Star Rating
5-star
4.6 (1,768)
Google Rating
4.7 (4,915)
From $163
Price / Night (pp)
Rates TBD
No
Adults Only
Yes
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
9.4
8.7
Food
8.8
9.2
Service
9.1
8.9
Rooms
9.0
7.9
Pools
9.0
8.0
Value
–
8.2
Family
–
–
Romance
9.5
–
Quiet
8.7
–
Wellness
8.6
Vibes
–
Romance
Yes
–
Quiet
Yes
Activities
Yes
Spa
Yes
Yes
Water sports
Yes
Yes
Kids
–
Cozumel Palace All Inclusive Resort
- 3 pools
- 4 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- Gated, 24-hour security
- 10 min from CZM
Secrets Akumal Riviera Maya
- Adults-only all-inclusive
- 3 pools
- Full-service spa
- Swim-up suites
- 75 min from CUN
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 · Secrets Akumal Riviera Maya
- Exceptional swimmable beach and snorkeling.
- Adults-only Unlimited-Luxury model.
- No-reservation à la carte dining.
- Strong romance and relaxed service reputation.
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 · Secrets Akumal Riviera Maya
- Not a hard-party resort.
- Preferred Club value depends on rate spread.
- Restaurant wait/check-in process can occasionally frustrate guests.
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