Scores at a Glance
Fairmont MayakobaJAZ Makadina
Overall
9.0
9.0
Beach
8.4
9.0
Food
8.9
8.8
Service
9.1
9.2
Rooms
9.0
8.5
Luxury
9.2
·
Value
7.8
8.7
Romance
8.8
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Scores out of 10 · higher is better
Quick Stats
9.0
Overall Score
9.0
5-star
Star Rating
5-star
4.7 (3,878)
Google Rating
4.9 (10,504)
Rates TBD
Price / Night (pp)
Rates TBD
No
Adults Only
No
Yes
Kids' Club
Yes
Near coast
Beachfront
Near coast
Mid-size
Resort Size
Mid-size
45 min
Airport Transfer
35 min
All Scores
8.4
Beach
9.0
8.9
Food
8.8
9.1
Service
9.2
9.0
Rooms
8.5
9.1
Pools
8.4
9.2
Luxury
–
7.8
Value
8.7
9.0
Family
8.8
8.8
Romance
–
8.6
Quiet
–
–
Adventure
8.7
8.8
Wellness
–
8.3
Remote work
–
Vibes
Yes
Romance
–
Yes
Quiet
–
–
Adventure
Yes
Activities
Yes
Spa
Yes
Yes
Golf
–
Yes
Water sports
Yes
Yes
Kids
Yes
Fairmont Mayakoba
- 10 pools
- 8 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- Gated, 24-hour security
- 45 min from CUN
JAZ Makadina
- 2 pools
- 2 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- Gated, 24-hour security
- 35 min from HRG
Pros · Fairmont Mayakoba
- True luxury resort with optional all-inclusive convenience.
- Strong food, service, pools and family facilities.
- Excellent for families who want a polished resort but not a mass-market all-inclusive.
- Large Mayakoba ecosystem setting with beach, lagoons, bikes and boat transport.
Pros · JAZ Makadina
- True all-inclusive product
- Beachfront Red Sea snorkeling
- Strong service feedback
- Family rooms and kids facilities
- Water park access
Cons · Fairmont Mayakoba
- All-inclusive is optional and easy to misunderstand when comparing rates.
- The package is not the same as unrestricted dining across every Mayakoba property.
- Large footprint can frustrate travelers who want compact, walk-out beach access.
- Seasonal sargassum can affect beach appeal.
Cons · JAZ Makadina
- Minibar may cost extra
- Pool setup is smaller than megaresorts
- Premium drink scope needs confirmation
- Nightlife is low-key