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Ikos Aria
Ikos Aria
Kos, Greece
Five-Star·4.7
MIA Reef Isla Mujeres
MIA Reef Isla Mujeres
Four-Star·4.6
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Ikos AriaMIA Reef Isla Mujeres

Quick Stats

9.3
Overall Score
7.8
5-star
Star Rating
4-star
4.7 (666)
Google Rating
4.6 (8,330)
$500-800
Price / Night
No
Adults Only
No
Oceanfront
Beachfront
Near coast
Grand
Resort Size
Mid-size
20 min
Airport Transfer
75 min

All Scores

8.8
Beach
9.2
9.4
Food
6.9
9.4
Service
7.8
Rooms
7.1
8.2
Value
7.0
9.3
Family
8.1
Quiet
7.2

Vibes

Ikos Aria
QuietRomanceAdventure
MIA Reef Isla Mujeres
Quiet

Activities

Ikos Aria
SpaWater sportsKids
MIA Reef Isla Mujeres
SpaWater sportsKids

Ikos Aria

  • Infinite Lifestyle all-inclusive
  • Michelin-starred dining
  • Private beach with water sports
  • Dine-out at local restaurants

MIA Reef Isla Mujeres

  • 1 pools
  • 2 restaurants & bars
  • Full-service spa
  • 75 min from CUN

Pros — Ikos Aria

  • Consistently strong guest sentiment for service, food and family ease.
  • Beachfront setting with pools, kids facilities and upscale all-inclusive inclusions.
  • Good fit for families and couples who want calm luxury rather than nightlife.

Pros — MIA Reef Isla Mujeres

  • Exceptional Playa Norte and private-islet location.
  • Calm, clear, highly swimmable water compared with many Cancun-area beaches.
  • Strong snorkeling and scenery directly from the resort area.
  • Walkable access to Isla Mujeres town, restaurants and bars.
  • Good family fit for travelers prioritizing shallow water and beach access.

Cons — Ikos Aria

  • Premium pricing can feel high if travelers do not use the included experiences.
  • Restaurant reservations can require planning.
  • Not ideal for travelers who want to walk into a large town every night.

Cons — MIA Reef Isla Mujeres

  • Food feedback is mixed and often weaker than the location feedback.
  • Rooms and facilities are described as older or tired in some recent guest reviews.
  • Value can feel questionable when rates are high because guests compare it with newer or more polished Cancun-area all-inclusives.
  • Day-pass traffic, music and beach crowding can reduce the secluded feel at times.
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