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Dreams Playa Esmeralda Resort & SpavsThe Meridian Club
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Quick Stats
| Dreams Playa Esmeralda Resort & Spa | Measure | The Meridian Club |
|---|---|---|
| 8.6 | Overall Score | – |
| (better)5-star | Star Rating | 4-star |
| 4.3 (445) | Google Rating | 4.7 (60) (better) |
| (better)From $172 | Price / Night (pp) | From $1248 |
| No | Adults Only | No |
| Yes | Kids' Club | – |
| Oceanfront | Beachfront | Near coast |
| Grand | Resort Size | Mid-size |
| 90 min | Airport Transfer | 25 min (better) |
Of the 4 measures we call, Dreams Playa Esmeralda Resort & Spa leads on 2 and The Meridian Club leads on 2.
Vibes
| Dreams Playa Esmeralda Resort & Spa | Measure | The Meridian Club |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Romance | Yes |
| Yes | Quiet | Yes |
Activities
| Dreams Playa Esmeralda Resort & Spa | Measure | The Meridian Club |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Spa | Yes |
| Yes | Diving | – |
| Yes | Water sports | Yes |
| Yes | Nightlife | – |
| Yes | Kids | Yes |
Dreams Playa Esmeralda Resort & Spa
- Guests 18 and over get free access to the neighboring Secrets Playa Esmeralda, which adds adult-only dining and bars
The Meridian Club
- 1 pool
- 1 place to eat
- Full-service spa
- 25 min from PLS
Pros · Dreams Playa Esmeralda Resort & Spa
- New rooms
- Water park and kids/teen clubs
- Strong beach
Pros · The Meridian Club
- Private island
- 13 beachfront rooms and suites
- Meals and activities included
- Very quiet
- Excellent beach
Cons · Dreams Playa Esmeralda Resort & Spa
- Long airport transfer
- Dreams beach can be choppy
- Service still uneven
Cons · The Meridian Club
- Beverages excluded
- Transfers excluded
- Limited restaurant variety
- Exact main-entrance coordinate needs manual confirmation
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