Scores at a Glance
Namale Resort & SpaSecrets Akumal Riviera Maya
Overall
9.4
9.3
Beach
7.2
9.4
Food
9.3
8.8
Service
9.7
9.1
Rooms
9.2
9.0
Luxury
9.4
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Value
8.5
·
Romance
9.6
9.5
Scores out of 10 · higher is better
Quick Stats
| Namale Resort & Spa | Measure | Secrets Akumal Riviera Maya |
|---|---|---|
| (better)9.4 | Overall Score | 9.3 |
| 5-star | Star Rating | 5-star |
| 4.7 (165) | Google Rating | 4.7 (4,934) |
| From $1327 | Price / Night (pp) | Rates TBD |
| Yes | Adults Only | Yes |
| – | Kids' Club | – |
| Near coast | Beachfront | Near coast |
| Mid-size | Resort Size | Mid-size |
| (better)10 min | Airport Transfer | 75 min |
All Scores
| Namale Resort & Spa | Measure | Secrets Akumal Riviera Maya |
|---|---|---|
| 7.2 | Beach | 9.4 (better) |
| (better)9.3 | Food | 8.8 |
| (better)9.7 | Service | 9.1 |
| (better)9.2 | Rooms | 9.0 |
| – | Pools | 9.0 |
| 9.4 | Luxury | – |
| 8.5 | Value | – |
| (better)9.6 | Romance | 9.5 |
| (better)9.3 | Quiet | 8.7 |
| 8.9 | Adventure | – |
| (better)9.7 | Wellness | 8.6 |
Of the 9 measures we call, Namale Resort & Spa leads on 8 and Secrets Akumal Riviera Maya leads on 1.
Vibes
| Namale Resort & Spa | Measure | Secrets Akumal Riviera Maya |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Romance | Yes |
| Yes | Quiet | Yes |
| Yes | Adventure | – |
Activities
| Namale Resort & Spa | Measure | Secrets Akumal Riviera Maya |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Spa | Yes |
| Yes | Water sports | Yes |
Namale Resort & Spa
- Adults-only all-inclusive
- 2 pools
- 2 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- 10 min from SVU
Secrets Akumal Riviera Maya
- Adults-only all-inclusive
- 3 pools
- Full-service spa
- Swim-up suites
- 75 min from CUN
Pros · Namale Resort & Spa
- Adults-only luxury all-inclusive with a 525-acre setting
- Only 22 units, supporting a private and personalized atmosphere
- Large spa, hydrotherapy facilities, two pools, tennis, water sports, and Kava Bowl activities
- Strong honeymoon and romance fit
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 · Namale Resort & Spa
- Beach quality is a tradeoff compared with the resort's stronger service, spa, and activity strengths
- High price point
- Coordinate needs main-entrance verification before completion
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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