Scores at a Glance
Punta Cana PrincessSecrets Akumal Riviera Maya
Overall
8.0
9.3
Beach
8.6
9.4
Food
7.0
8.8
Service
7.8
9.1
Rooms
7.1
9.0
Value
7.8
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Romance
8.6
9.5
Scores out of 10 · higher is better
Quick Stats
| Punta Cana Princess | Measure | Secrets Akumal Riviera Maya |
|---|---|---|
| 8.0 | Overall Score | 9.3 (better) |
| 5-star | Star Rating | 5-star |
| 4.7 (12,411) | Google Rating | 4.7 (4,934) |
| From $79 | Price / Night (pp) | Rates TBD |
| Yes | Adults Only | Yes |
| – | Kids' Club | – |
| Near coast | Beachfront | Near coast |
| Mid-size | Resort Size | Mid-size |
| (better)25 min | Airport Transfer | 75 min |
All Scores
| Punta Cana Princess | Measure | Secrets Akumal Riviera Maya |
|---|---|---|
| 8.6 | Beach | 9.4 (better) |
| 7.0 | Food | 8.8 (better) |
| 7.8 | Service | 9.1 (better) |
| 7.1 | Rooms | 9.0 (better) |
| 8.1 | Pools | 9.0 (better) |
| 7.8 | Value | – |
| 8.6 | Romance | 9.5 (better) |
| 7.2 | Nightlife | – |
| 8.0 | Quiet | 8.7 (better) |
| – | Wellness | 8.6 |
| 6.2 | Remote work | – |
| 6.5 | Accessibility | – |
Of the 9 measures we call, Punta Cana Princess leads on 1 and Secrets Akumal Riviera Maya leads on 8.
Vibes
| Punta Cana Princess | Measure | Secrets Akumal Riviera Maya |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Romance | Yes |
| Yes | Lively | – |
| Yes | Quiet | Yes |
Activities
| Punta Cana Princess | Measure | Secrets Akumal Riviera Maya |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Spa | Yes |
| Yes | Golf | – |
| Yes | Water sports | Yes |
| Yes | Nightlife | – |
Punta Cana Princess
- Adults-only all-inclusive
- 1 pools
- 5 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- 25 min from PUJ
Secrets Akumal Riviera Maya
- Adults-only all-inclusive
- 3 pools
- Full-service spa
- Swim-up suites
- 75 min from CUN
Pros · Punta Cana Princess
- Direct beachfront location on Bávaro Beach.
- Adults-only 18+ positioning with a compact, easy-to-navigate layout.
- Five restaurants, swim-up bar, beach bar, spa, tennis, water sports, and casino shuttle access.
- Access to Caribe Deluxe Princess and Tropical Deluxe Princess expands available facilities.
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 · Punta Cana Princess
- Rooms are commonly described as dated or in need of refurbishment.
- Food feedback is inconsistent, especially around buffet quality.
- Wi-Fi is mixed: official free basic Wi-Fi is available, but guest sources report reliability issues.
- Nightlife is limited on-site; the disco is accessed through Avalon Casino rather than inside the hotel.
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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