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Excellence Oyster BayvsHyatt Ziva Rose Hall

Excellence Oyster Bay
Excellence Oyster Bay
Five-Star·★ 4.9·Adults Only
Hyatt Ziva Rose Hall
Hyatt Ziva Rose Hall
Five-Star·★ 4.4

Scores at a Glance

Excellence Oyster BayHyatt Ziva Rose Hall
Overall
8.9
8.4
Beach
9.1
7.4
Food
8.6
8.3
Service
8.5
8.4
Rooms
9.1
8.1
Value
8.4
7.8
Romance
9.3
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Scores out of 10 · higher is better

Quick Stats

Excellence Oyster BayMeasureHyatt Ziva Rose Hall
(better)8.9Overall Score8.4
5-starStar Rating5-star
(better)4.9 (17,399)Google Rating4.4 (1,930)
(better)From $286Price / Night (pp)From $428
YesAdults OnlyNo
Not applicableKids' ClubListed
Near coastBeachfrontNear coast
Mid-sizeResort SizeMid-size
39 minAirport Transfer15 min (better)

Excellence Oyster Bay

Kids' club & childcare
Not applicable: adults only
Room service
Included. 24-hour room service
Dining reservations
Reservations required: Spice (Teppanyaki stations only). Confirmed walk-in: The Kitchen Table, Chez Isabelle, The Grill, The Lobster House, Oregano, Magna. Other reservation rules are unverified; confirm before booking. Spice: Teppanyaki stations require reservations; ordinary dinner seating is walk-in. The Lobster House: The supplier lists an annual lobster closed season from April 1 through June 30; this does not establish closure of the whole restaurant. Magna: Excellence Club guests only. Zenith: Excellence Club guests only. 8 à-la-carte dinner venues plus buffet, jerk house and takeaway wood-oven pizza; only the hibachi tables need booking Magna is for Excellence Club guests only. Zenith is also for Excellence Club guests only. The official fact sheet lists 11 bars; restaurant totals vary by section and remain qualified.
Single accommodation capacity
Largest confirmed capacity: 2 people in one accommodation. Junior Suite; Beachfront House Suite with Plunge Pool. Adult limit unverified.
See supplier details at Excellence Oyster Bay

Hyatt Ziva Rose Hall

Kids' club & childcare
Kids’ club listed: 3-12. Normal hotel operations are suspended. The official FAQ describes case-by-case babysitting after 11 p.m., minimum age two, up to two children per sitter and coordination within 24 hours before service. Confirm availability and terms after reopening; no guaranteed current childcare service or fee amount is asserted. Confirm supervision and drop-off rules.
Room service
Available with limits. 24-hour. The official FAQ describes 24-hour suite service with a service fee on each request; fee amount unverified. Normal hotel operations are suspended; confirm service and charges after reopening.
Dining reservations
Restaurant reservation rules are unverified; confirm before booking.
Single accommodation capacity
Capacity unverified; confirm the exact category before booking.
See supplier details at Hyatt Ziva Rose Hall

Excellence Oyster Bay

Highlights

  • Adults-only all-inclusive
  • 4 pools
  • 10 places to eat
  • Full-service spa
  • Butler service
  • 39 min from MBJ

Why choose it

  • Beautiful private peninsula setting.
  • Strong adults-only romance profile.
  • Beach House and villa categories are a major differentiator.
  • Multiple restaurants and club-level areas.
  • Good fit for honeymooners and couples seeking a polished all-inclusive.

Keep in mind

  • Service can feel slow or inconsistent in some guest reports.
  • Not walkable to town or local restaurants.
  • Entertainment is more relaxed than high-energy.
  • Premium room categories can be expensive.

Hyatt Ziva Rose Hall

Highlights

  • 2 pools
  • 14 places to eat
  • Full-service spa
  • Swim-up suites
  • 15 min from MBJ

Why choose it

  • Very close to MBJ airport.
  • Strong family amenities and Kidz Club.
  • Multiple restaurants and bars across the Ziva/Zilara complex.
  • Good pool setup with swim-up options.
  • World of Hyatt integration can add value for points travelers.

Keep in mind

  • Current operational status requires manual verification due to Hurricane Melissa closure/reopening timelines.
  • Beach feedback is mixed compared with the pools.
  • Some guests mention dated furnishings or noise in certain areas.
  • Service and restaurant schedules can be inconsistent.

All Scores

Excellence Oyster BayMeasureHyatt Ziva Rose Hall
(better)9.1Beach7.4
(better)8.6Food8.3
(better)8.5Service8.4
(better)9.1Rooms8.1
(better)8.9Pools8.8
(better)8.4Value7.8
–Family8.9
9.3Romance–
–Nightlife8.0
8.7Quiet–
8.0Remote work8.0

Of the 10 measures we call, Excellence Oyster Bay leads on 9 and Hyatt Ziva Rose Hall leads on 1.

Vibes

Excellence Oyster BayMeasureHyatt Ziva Rose Hall
YesRomance–
YesQuiet–
–LivelyYes

Activities

Excellence Oyster BayMeasureHyatt Ziva Rose Hall
YesSpaYes
YesWater sportsYes
–NightlifeYes
–KidsYes
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