Scores at a Glance
MIA Reef Isla MujeresSecrets Akumal Riviera Maya
Overall
7.8
9.3
Beach
9.2
9.4
Food
6.9
8.8
Service
7.8
9.1
Rooms
7.1
9.0
Value
7.0
·
Romance
·
9.5
Scores out of 10 · higher is better
Quick Stats
| MIA Reef Isla Mujeres | Measure | Secrets Akumal Riviera Maya |
|---|---|---|
| 7.8 | Overall Score | 9.3 (better) |
| 4-star | Star Rating | 5-star (better) |
| 4.6 (8,367) | Google Rating | 4.7 (4,934) (better) |
| From $180 | Price / Night (pp) | Rates TBD |
| No | Adults Only | Yes |
| Yes | Kids' Club | – |
| Near coast | Beachfront | Near coast |
| Mid-size | Resort Size | Mid-size |
| 75 min | Airport Transfer | 75 min |
All Scores
| MIA Reef Isla Mujeres | Measure | Secrets Akumal Riviera Maya |
|---|---|---|
| 9.2 | Beach | 9.4 (better) |
| 6.9 | Food | 8.8 (better) |
| 7.8 | Service | 9.1 (better) |
| 7.1 | Rooms | 9.0 (better) |
| – | Pools | 9.0 |
| 7.0 | Value | – |
| 8.1 | Family | – |
| – | Romance | 9.5 |
| 7.2 | Quiet | 8.7 (better) |
| – | Wellness | 8.6 |
Of the 8 measures we call, MIA Reef Isla Mujeres leads on 0 and Secrets Akumal Riviera Maya leads on 8.
Vibes
| MIA Reef Isla Mujeres | Measure | Secrets Akumal Riviera Maya |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Quiet | Yes |
| – | Romance | Yes |
Activities
| MIA Reef Isla Mujeres | Measure | Secrets Akumal Riviera Maya |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Spa | Yes |
| Yes | Water sports | Yes |
| Yes | Kids | – |
MIA Reef Isla Mujeres
- 1 pools
- 2 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- 75 min from CUN
Secrets Akumal Riviera Maya
- Adults-only all-inclusive
- 3 pools
- Full-service spa
- Swim-up suites
- 75 min from CUN
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.
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 · 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.
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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