Scores at a Glance
Eden Roc Cap CanaSecrets Akumal Riviera Maya
Overall
9.0
9.3
Beach
8.8
9.4
Food
9.0
8.8
Service
9.1
9.1
Rooms
9.3
9.0
Luxury
9.4
·
Value
7.4
·
Romance
9.2
9.5
Scores out of 10 · higher is better
Quick Stats
| Eden Roc Cap Cana | Measure | Secrets Akumal Riviera Maya |
|---|---|---|
| 9.0 | Overall Score | 9.3 (better) |
| 5-star | Star Rating | 5-star |
| 4.5 (474) | Google Rating | 4.7 (4,934) (better) |
| From $334 | Price / Night (pp) | Rates TBD |
| No | Adults Only | Yes |
| Yes | Kids' Club | – |
| Oceanfront | Beachfront | Near coast |
| Grand | Resort Size | Mid-size |
| (better)15 min | Airport Transfer | 75 min |
All Scores
| Eden Roc Cap Cana | Measure | Secrets Akumal Riviera Maya |
|---|---|---|
| 8.8 | Beach | 9.4 (better) |
| (better)9.0 | Food | 8.8 |
| 9.1 | Service | 9.1 |
| (better)9.3 | Rooms | 9.0 |
| – | Pools | 9.0 |
| 9.4 | Luxury | – |
| 7.4 | Value | – |
| 8.7 | Family | – |
| 9.2 | Romance | 9.5 (better) |
| (better)8.9 | Quiet | 8.7 |
| – | Wellness | 8.6 |
| 8.3 | Remote work | – |
Of the 8 measures we call, Eden Roc Cap Cana leads on 4 and Secrets Akumal Riviera Maya leads on 4.
Vibes
| Eden Roc Cap Cana | Measure | Secrets Akumal Riviera Maya |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Romance | Yes |
| Yes | Quiet | Yes |
| Yes | Adventure | – |
Activities
| Eden Roc Cap Cana | Measure | Secrets Akumal Riviera Maya |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Spa | Yes |
| Yes | Golf | – |
| Yes | Water sports | Yes |
Eden Roc Cap Cana
- Private marina & beach club
- Jack Nicklaus golf course
- Suites with private pools
- Boutique luxury feel
Secrets Akumal Riviera Maya
- Adults-only all-inclusive
- 3 pools
- Full-service spa
- Swim-up suites
- 75 min from CUN
Pros · Eden Roc Cap Cana
- Very strong service and concierge reputation.
- Spacious, high-end accommodations with private-pool and beachfront options.
- Excellent dining and a polished beach club environment.
- Secure, upscale gated Cap Cana setting.
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 · Eden Roc Cap Cana
- Expensive, with recurring guest concern around extra charges.
- Not a nightlife-focused resort.
- Beach waves may limit snorkeling and water sports directly at the hotel beach.
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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