Scores at a Glance
Cozumel Palace All Inclusive ResortThe Residence Zanzibar
Overall
8.8
8.8
Beach
6.7
8.2
Food
8.7
8.4
Service
9.2
8.8
Rooms
8.9
9.5
Luxury
—
9.3
Value
8.0
7.5
Romance
—
9.2
Scores out of 10 — higher is better
Quick Stats
8.8
Overall Score
8.8
5-star
Star Rating
5-star
4.6 (1,768)
Google Rating
4.5 (854)
Rates TBD
Price / Night (pp)
Rates TBD
No
Adults Only
No
Yes
Kids' Club
Yes
Near coast
Beachfront
Near coast
Mid-size
Resort Size
Mid-size
10 min
Airport Transfer
55 min
All Scores
6.7
Beach
8.2
8.7
Food
8.4
9.2
Service
8.8
8.9
Rooms
9.5
7.9
Pools
9.1
—
Luxury
9.3
8.0
Value
7.5
8.2
Family
—
—
Romance
9.2
Vibes
—
Romance
Yes
Activities
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
The Residence Zanzibar
- 1 pools
- 2 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- Butler service
- 55 min from ZNZ
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 — The Residence Zanzibar
- Every villa has a private pool
- Secluded beachfront estate
- Strong romance fit
- Two-bedroom villa options
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 — The Residence Zanzibar
- All-inclusive is optional and restricted
- Remote southwest location
- Tide-dependent beach use
- Transfers extra