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Dream of Zanzibar Resort & Spa
Dream of Zanzibar Resort & Spa
Five-Star·★ 4.9
Excellence Playa Mujeres
Excellence Playa Mujeres
Playa Mujeres, Mexico
Five-Star·★ 4.9·Adults Only

Scores at a Glance

Dream of Zanzibar Resort & SpaExcellence Playa Mujeres
Overall
8.6
9.0
Beach
8.3
8.8
Food
8.0
8.7
Service
8.8
9.0
Rooms
8.8
8.7
Luxury
8.6
8.8
Value
8.1
8.5
Romance
8.5
9.3
Scores out of 10 · higher is better

Quick Stats

Dream of Zanzibar Resort & SpaMeasureExcellence Playa Mujeres
8.6Overall Score9.0 (better)
5-starStar Rating5-star
4.9 (924)Google Rating4.9 (18,266)
(better)From $141Price / Night (pp)From $269
NoAdults OnlyYes
UnverifiedKids' ClubNot applicable
Near coastBeachfrontOceanfront
Mid-sizeResort SizeGrand
45 minAirport Transfer35 min (better)

Dream of Zanzibar Resort & Spa

Kids' club & childcare
Unverified
Room service
Available with limits. Official fact sheet lists 24-hour room service, but detailed inclusion terms are not itemized.
Dining reservations
Restaurant reservation rules are unverified; confirm before booking. Blue Waves: Confirmed by the supplier’s August 2024 sheet. Premium All-Inclusive covers meals and selected drinks, but exact premium brands, supplements and booking rules are not itemized. Seascape: Confirmed by the supplier’s August 2024 sheet. Premium All-Inclusive covers meals and selected drinks, but exact premium brands, supplements and booking rules are not itemized. Official fact sheet lists Blue Waves restaurant and Seascape bar; booking source describes African and international cuisine with multiple dietary options.
Single accommodation capacity
Largest confirmed capacity: 6 people in one accommodation. Deluxe Ocean Suite; Penthouse Ocean Suite; Grand Ocean Suite. Adult limit unverified.
See supplier details at Dream of Zanzibar Resort & Spa

Excellence Playa Mujeres

Kids' club & childcare
Not applicable: adults only
Room service
Included. Room service is part of the Excellence all-inclusive model and guest reports reference room-service use.
Dining reservations
Restaurant reservation rules are unverified; confirm before booking. The official January 2026 fact sheet gives differing dining totals: 11 dining options in the introduction, nine international options plus a buffet and beach grill in the dining section, and 10 a la carte options plus a buffet and beach grill in inclusions. Confirm current venue availability. Magna is exclusive to Excellence Club guests.
Single accommodation capacity
Largest confirmed capacity: 2 people in one accommodation. Junior Suite Spa or Pool View; Junior Swim-Up Suite; Two-Story Rooftop Terrace Suite with Plunge Pool; 2 more categories at this capacity. Adult limit unverified.
See supplier details at Excellence Playa Mujeres

Dream of Zanzibar Resort & Spa

Highlights

  • Full-service spa
  • 45 min from ZNZ

Why choose it

  • Premium all-inclusive plan with meals, drinks, cocktails, and appetizers included.
  • Small boutique scale with spacious suites.
  • Direct Uroa beachfront setting on Zanzibar's east coast.
  • Strong spa, gym, hammam, sauna, and wellness facilities for a compact resort.

Keep in mind

  • Only one primary restaurant is verified.
  • Beach swimming is tide-dependent.
  • Excursions, taxis, and safari trips are not evidenced as included.
  • Limited review volume compared with major Caribbean all-inclusive resorts.

Excellence Playa Mujeres

Highlights

  • Private beach
  • 7 gourmet restaurants
  • Spa with hydrotherapy
  • Rooftop terrace suites

Why choose it

  • Consistently strong couples and honeymoon reputation.
  • Wide adult-only pool and beach footprint.
  • Good dining variety without heavy reservation friction.

Keep in mind

  • Seasonal sargassum can affect the beach.
  • Some older rooms may feel less new than Excellence Coral.
  • Club upgrade value depends on how much guests use beach seating and Magna.

All Scores

Dream of Zanzibar Resort & SpaMeasureExcellence Playa Mujeres
8.3Beach8.8 (better)
8.0Food8.7 (better)
8.8Service9.0 (better)
(better)8.8Rooms8.7
8.2Pools9.0 (better)
8.6Luxury8.8 (better)
8.1Value8.5 (better)
8.0Family–
8.5Romance9.3 (better)
–Nightlife8.0
8.7Quiet8.8 (better)
–Adventure7.8
8.4Wellness8.4
(better)8.0Remote work7.8

Of the 13 measures we call, Dream of Zanzibar Resort & Spa leads on 3 and Excellence Playa Mujeres leads on 10.

Vibes

Dream of Zanzibar Resort & SpaMeasureExcellence Playa Mujeres
YesQuietYes
–RomanceYes

Activities

Dream of Zanzibar Resort & SpaMeasureExcellence Playa Mujeres
YesSpaYes
YesWater sportsYes
YesKids–
–diningYes
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