Scores at a Glance
JAZ MakadinaOccidental at Xcaret Destination
Overall
9.0
8.0
Beach
9.0
8.9
Food
8.8
7.4
Service
9.2
7.3
Rooms
8.5
7.2
Value
8.7
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Scores out of 10 — higher is better
Quick Stats
9.0
Overall Score
8.0
5-star
Star Rating
5-star
4.9 (10,504)
Google Rating
4.7 (38,209)
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
35 min
Airport Transfer
55 min
All Scores
9.0
Beach
8.9
8.8
Food
7.4
9.2
Service
7.3
8.5
Rooms
7.2
8.4
Pools
8.5
8.7
Value
—
8.8
Family
8.6
8.7
Adventure
9.2
Vibes
Yes
Adventure
Yes
Activities
Yes
Spa
Yes
Yes
Water sports
Yes
Yes
Kids
Yes
JAZ Makadina
- 2 pools
- 2 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- Gated, 24-hour security
- 35 min from HRG
Occidental at Xcaret Destination
- 7 pools
- 11 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- 55 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 — Occidental at Xcaret Destination
- Excellent protected cove beach
- Walkable to Xcaret Park
- Wildlife-rich grounds
- Strong family and activity fit
Cons — JAZ Makadina
- Minibar may cost extra
- Pool setup is smaller than megaresorts
- Premium drink scope needs confirmation
- Nightlife is low-key
Cons — Occidental at Xcaret Destination
- Dinner reservations are a recurring pain point
- Food and service are inconsistent
- Some rooms feel older
- Not the same product as Hotel Xcaret México