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Grand Bávaro PrincessvsNickelodeon Hotels & Resorts Riviera Maya
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Scores at a Glance
Grand Bávaro PrincessNickelodeon Hotels & Resorts Riviera Maya
Overall
8.2
8.5
Beach
8.7
7.4
Food
7.3
8.4
Service
7.8
8.5
Rooms
8.2
8.8
Luxury
·
8.3
Value
8.2
7.8
Scores out of 10 · higher is better
Quick Stats
| Grand Bávaro Princess | Measure | Nickelodeon Hotels & Resorts Riviera Maya |
|---|---|---|
| 8.2 | Overall Score | 8.5 (better) |
| 5-star | Star Rating | 5-star |
| 4.4 (12,199) | Google Rating | 4.7 (8,269) (better) |
| (better)From $82 | Price / Night (pp) | From $258 |
| No | Adults Only | No |
| Yes | Kids' Club | Yes |
| Near coast | Beachfront | Near coast |
| Mid-size | Resort Size | Mid-size |
| (better)20 min | Airport Transfer | 30 min |
All Scores
| Grand Bávaro Princess | Measure | Nickelodeon Hotels & Resorts Riviera Maya |
|---|---|---|
| (better)8.7 | Beach | 7.4 |
| 7.3 | Food | 8.4 (better) |
| 7.8 | Service | 8.5 (better) |
| 8.2 | Rooms | 8.8 (better) |
| 8.4 | Pools | 9.3 (better) |
| – | Luxury | 8.3 |
| (better)8.2 | Value | 7.8 |
| 8.8 | Family | 9.7 (better) |
| (better)8.2 | Nightlife | 7.4 |
| (better)7.4 | Quiet | 5.8 |
| – | Wellness | 8.0 |
| 6.3 | Remote work | – |
Of the 13 measures we call, Grand Bávaro Princess leads on 6 and Nickelodeon Hotels & Resorts Riviera Maya leads on 7.
Vibes
| Grand Bávaro Princess | Measure | Nickelodeon Hotels & Resorts Riviera Maya |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Lively | Yes |
| Yes | Quiet | – |
Activities
| Grand Bávaro Princess | Measure | Nickelodeon Hotels & Resorts Riviera Maya |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Spa | Yes |
| Yes | Water sports | Yes |
| Yes | Nightlife | Yes |
| Yes | Kids | Yes |
Grand Bávaro Princess
- 3 pools
- 11 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- 20 min from PUJ
Nickelodeon Hotels & Resorts Riviera Maya
- 6 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- Swim-up suites
- 30 min from CUN
Pros · Grand Bávaro Princess
- Beautiful beachfront setting with strong recent beach and grounds sentiment.
- Very spacious room formats, including Bungalow, Platinum, Family Club, and honeymoon-style options.
- Large restaurant and bar footprint with international themes and several buffet/snack options.
- Good fit for families who want activities, wildlife, pools, beach, and a large resort environment.
Pros · Nickelodeon Hotels & Resorts Riviera Maya
- Outstanding family and waterpark offering.
- All-suite, all-swim-up, all-oceanview concept.
- Strong all-inclusive dining and drink coverage.
Cons · Grand Bávaro Princess
- Wi-Fi is a weak point compared with other resort features.
- Food quality is inconsistent across guest sources.
- The resort scale means shuttle waits and walking distances can affect the stay.
- Humidity, mosquitoes, and room dampness appear repeatedly in recent guest feedback.
Cons · Nickelodeon Hotels & Resorts Riviera Maya
- High price point.
- Beach conditions can vary with sargassum.
- Not a quiet or adults-focused resort.
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