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JW Marriott Costa Elena Resort & Spa, All-InclusivevsSecrets Akumal Riviera Maya
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Scores at a Glance
JW Marriott Costa Elena Resort & Spa, All-InclusiveSecrets Akumal Riviera Maya
Overall
8.7
9.3
Beach
8.5
9.4
Food
8.8
8.8
Service
8.6
9.1
Rooms
8.9
9.0
Luxury
9.0
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Value
7.6
·
Romance
8.6
9.5
Scores out of 10 · higher is better
Quick Stats
| JW Marriott Costa Elena Resort & Spa, All-Inclusive | Measure | Secrets Akumal Riviera Maya |
|---|---|---|
| 8.7 | Overall Score | 9.3 (better) |
| 5-star | Star Rating | 5-star |
| – | Google Rating | 4.7 (4,934) |
| From $289 | Price / Night (pp) | Rates TBD |
| No | Adults Only | Yes |
| Yes | Kids' Club | – |
| Oceanfront | Beachfront | Near coast |
| Grand | Resort Size | Mid-size |
| 90 min | Airport Transfer | 75 min (better) |
All Scores
| JW Marriott Costa Elena Resort & Spa, All-Inclusive | Measure | Secrets Akumal Riviera Maya |
|---|---|---|
| 8.5 | Beach | 9.4 (better) |
| 8.8 | Food | 8.8 |
| 8.6 | Service | 9.1 (better) |
| 8.9 | Rooms | 9.0 (better) |
| (better)9.3 | Pools | 9.0 |
| 9.0 | Luxury | – |
| 7.6 | Value | – |
| 8.7 | Family | – |
| 8.6 | Romance | 9.5 (better) |
| 6.8 | Nightlife | – |
| (better)8.8 | Quiet | 8.7 |
| 8.7 | Adventure | – |
| (better)9.1 | Wellness | 8.6 |
| 7.4 | Remote work | – |
| 7.0 | Accessibility | – |
Of the 9 measures we call, JW Marriott Costa Elena Resort & Spa, All-Inclusive leads on 3 and Secrets Akumal Riviera Maya leads on 6.
Vibes
| JW Marriott Costa Elena Resort & Spa, All-Inclusive | Measure | Secrets Akumal Riviera Maya |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Adventure | – |
| Yes | Romance | Yes |
| Yes | Quiet | Yes |
Activities
| JW Marriott Costa Elena Resort & Spa, All-Inclusive | Measure | Secrets Akumal Riviera Maya |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Spa | Yes |
| Yes | Water sports | Yes |
| Yes | nature | – |
| Yes | Golf | – |
JW Marriott Costa Elena Resort & Spa, All-Inclusive
- 315 guest rooms
- 11 dining options
- 17 swimming pools
- 16000 sq ft spa
Secrets Akumal Riviera Maya
- Adults-only all-inclusive
- 3 pools
- Full-service spa
- Swim-up suites
- 75 min from CUN
Pros · JW Marriott Costa Elena Resort & Spa, All-Inclusive
- Large luxury all-inclusive footprint with extensive pools and dining.
- Strong wellness positioning with a substantial spa and fitness program.
- Beachfront Costa Elena location with nature and water-sport appeal.
Pros · Secrets Akumal Riviera Maya
- Exceptional swimmable beach and snorkeling.
- Adults-only Unlimited-Luxury model.
- No-reservation à la carte dining.
- Strong romance and relaxed service reputation.
Cons · JW Marriott Costa Elena Resort & Spa, All-Inclusive
- Limited mature guest-review history.
- Remote location may feel isolated for travelers who like to explore towns independently.
- Likely premium pricing compared with established regional all-inclusive options.
Cons · Secrets Akumal Riviera Maya
- Not a hard-party resort.
- Preferred Club value depends on rate spread.
- Restaurant wait/check-in process can occasionally frustrate guests.
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