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JAZ MakadinavsNickelodeon Hotels & Resorts Riviera Maya
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Scores at a Glance
JAZ MakadinaNickelodeon Hotels & Resorts Riviera Maya
Overall
9.0
8.5
Beach
9.0
7.4
Food
8.8
8.4
Service
9.2
8.5
Rooms
8.5
8.8
Luxury
·
8.3
Value
8.7
7.8
Scores out of 10 · higher is better
Quick Stats
| JAZ Makadina | Measure | Nickelodeon Hotels & Resorts Riviera Maya |
|---|---|---|
| (better)9.0 | Overall Score | 8.5 |
| 5-star | Star Rating | 5-star |
| (better)4.9 (10,540) | Google Rating | 4.7 (8,269) |
| (better)From $92 | Price / Night (pp) | From $258 |
| No | Adults Only | No |
| Yes | Kids' Club | Yes |
| Near coast | Beachfront | Near coast |
| Mid-size | Resort Size | Mid-size |
| 35 min | Airport Transfer | 30 min (better) |
All Scores
| JAZ Makadina | Measure | Nickelodeon Hotels & Resorts Riviera Maya |
|---|---|---|
| (better)9.0 | Beach | 7.4 |
| (better)8.8 | Food | 8.4 |
| (better)9.2 | Service | 8.5 |
| 8.5 | Rooms | 8.8 (better) |
| 8.4 | Pools | 9.3 (better) |
| – | Luxury | 8.3 |
| (better)8.7 | Value | 7.8 |
| 8.8 | Family | 9.7 (better) |
| – | Nightlife | 7.4 |
| – | Quiet | 5.8 |
| 8.7 | Adventure | – |
| – | Wellness | 8.0 |
Of the 11 measures we call, JAZ Makadina leads on 7 and Nickelodeon Hotels & Resorts Riviera Maya leads on 4.
Vibes
| JAZ Makadina | Measure | Nickelodeon Hotels & Resorts Riviera Maya |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Adventure | – |
| – | Lively | Yes |
Activities
| JAZ Makadina | Measure | Nickelodeon Hotels & Resorts Riviera Maya |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Spa | Yes |
| Yes | Water sports | Yes |
| Yes | Kids | Yes |
| – | Nightlife | Yes |
JAZ Makadina
- 2 pools
- 2 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- Gated, 24-hour security
- 35 min from HRG
Nickelodeon Hotels & Resorts Riviera Maya
- 6 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- Swim-up suites
- 30 min from CUN
Pros · JAZ Makadina
- True all-inclusive product
- Beachfront Red Sea snorkeling
- Strong service feedback
- Family rooms and kids facilities
- Water park access
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 · JAZ Makadina
- Minibar may cost extra
- Pool setup is smaller than megaresorts
- Premium drink scope needs confirmation
- Nightlife is low-key
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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