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 Bay | Measure | Hyatt Ziva Rose Hall |
|---|---|---|
| 8.9 (better) | Overall Score | 8.4 |
| 5-star | Star Rating | 5-star |
| 4.9 (16,949) (better) | Google Rating | 4.4 (1,928) |
| From $259 | Price / Night (pp) | Rates TBD |
| Yes | Adults Only | No |
| – | Kids' Club | Yes |
| Near coast | Beachfront | Near coast |
| Mid-size | Resort Size | Mid-size |
| 39 min | Airport Transfer | 15 min (better) |
All Scores
| Excellence Oyster Bay | Measure | Hyatt Ziva Rose Hall |
|---|---|---|
| 9.1 (better) | Beach | 7.4 |
| 8.6 (better) | Food | 8.3 |
| 8.5 (better) | Service | 8.4 |
| 9.1 (better) | Rooms | 8.1 |
| 8.9 (better) | Pools | 8.8 |
| 8.4 (better) | Value | 7.8 |
| – | Family | 8.9 |
| 9.3 | Romance | – |
| – | Nightlife | 8.0 |
| 8.7 | Quiet | – |
| 8.0 | Remote work | 8.0 |
Vibes
| Excellence Oyster Bay | Measure | Hyatt Ziva Rose Hall |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Romance | – |
| Yes | Quiet | – |
| – | Lively | Yes |
Activities
| Excellence Oyster Bay | Measure | Hyatt Ziva Rose Hall |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Spa | Yes |
| Yes | Water sports | Yes |
| – | Nightlife | Yes |
| – | Kids | Yes |
Excellence Oyster Bay
- Adults-only all-inclusive
- 4 pools
- 10 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- Butler service
- 39 min from MBJ
Hyatt Ziva Rose Hall
- 2 pools
- 14 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- Swim-up suites
- 15 min from MBJ
Pros · Excellence Oyster Bay
- 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.
Pros · Hyatt Ziva Rose Hall
- 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.
Cons · Excellence Oyster Bay
- 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.
Cons · Hyatt Ziva Rose Hall
- 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.
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