Scores at a Glance
Curtain BluffSecrets Akumal Riviera Maya
Overall
9.2
9.3
Beach
8.8
9.4
Food
9.1
8.8
Service
9.4
9.1
Rooms
8.8
9.0
Romance
9.2
9.5
Scores out of 10 · higher is better
Quick Stats
| Curtain Bluff | Measure | Secrets Akumal Riviera Maya |
|---|---|---|
| 9.2 | Overall Score | 9.3 (better) |
| 5-star | Star Rating | 5-star |
| 4.6 (239) | Google Rating | 4.7 (4,934) (better) |
| From $1179 | Price / Night (pp) | Rates TBD |
| No | Adults Only | Yes |
| Yes | Kids' Club | – |
| Near coast | Beachfront | Near coast |
| Mid-size | Resort Size | Mid-size |
| (better)30 min | Airport Transfer | 75 min |
All Scores
| Curtain Bluff | Measure | Secrets Akumal Riviera Maya |
|---|---|---|
| 8.8 | Beach | 9.4 (better) |
| (better)9.1 | Food | 8.8 |
| (better)9.4 | Service | 9.1 |
| 8.8 | Rooms | 9.0 (better) |
| 8.1 | Pools | 9.0 (better) |
| 8.7 | Family | – |
| 9.2 | Romance | 9.5 (better) |
| (better)9.0 | Quiet | 8.7 |
| (better)8.8 | Wellness | 8.6 |
Of the 11 measures we call, Curtain Bluff leads on 5 and Secrets Akumal Riviera Maya leads on 6.
Vibes
| Curtain Bluff | Measure | Secrets Akumal Riviera Maya |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Romance | Yes |
| Yes | Quiet | Yes |
Activities
| Curtain Bluff | Measure | Secrets Akumal Riviera Maya |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Spa | Yes |
| Yes | Water sports | Yes |
| Yes | Kids | – |
Curtain Bluff
- 1 pools
- 2 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- 30 min from ANU
Secrets Akumal Riviera Maya
- Adults-only all-inclusive
- 3 pools
- Full-service spa
- Swim-up suites
- 75 min from CUN
Pros · Curtain Bluff
- Excellent service reputation and very high repeat-guest loyalty.
- Broad all-inclusive activity coverage, including many motorized and non-motorized water sports.
- Every room is directly on the sand or close to it.
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 · Curtain Bluff
- Traditional style may feel less modern than newer luxury resorts.
- Not all premium experiences are included.
- Dinner dress expectations may feel formal for very casual travelers.
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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