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Scores at a Glance
Secrets Akumal Riviera MayaTurtle Beach, Barbados, A Tribute Portfolio All-Inclusive Resort
Overall
9.3
8.2
Beach
9.4
8.4
Food
8.8
7.8
Service
9.1
8.0
Rooms
9.0
7.6
Value
·
7.8
Romance
9.5
7.8
Scores out of 10 · higher is better
Quick Stats
| Secrets Akumal Riviera Maya | Measure | Turtle Beach, Barbados, A Tribute Portfolio All-Inclusive Resort |
|---|---|---|
| (better)9.3 | Overall Score | 8.2 |
| (better)5-star | Star Rating | 4-star |
| (better)4.7 (4,934) | Google Rating | 4.1 (670) |
| Rates TBD | Price / Night (pp) | From $226 |
| Yes | Adults Only | No |
| – | Kids' Club | Yes |
| Near coast | Beachfront | Near coast |
| Mid-size | Resort Size | Mid-size |
| 75 min | Airport Transfer | 20 min (better) |
All Scores
| Secrets Akumal Riviera Maya | Measure | Turtle Beach, Barbados, A Tribute Portfolio All-Inclusive Resort |
|---|---|---|
| (better)9.4 | Beach | 8.4 |
| (better)8.8 | Food | 7.8 |
| (better)9.1 | Service | 8.0 |
| (better)9.0 | Rooms | 7.6 |
| (better)9.0 | Pools | 8.0 |
| – | Value | 7.8 |
| – | Family | 8.6 |
| (better)9.5 | Romance | 7.8 |
| (better)8.7 | Quiet | 7.1 |
| 8.6 | Wellness | – |
| – | Remote work | 6.5 |
Of the 11 measures we call, Secrets Akumal Riviera Maya leads on 10 and Turtle Beach, Barbados, A Tribute Portfolio All-Inclusive Resort leads on 1.
Vibes
| Secrets Akumal Riviera Maya | Measure | Turtle Beach, Barbados, A Tribute Portfolio All-Inclusive Resort |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Romance | Yes |
| Yes | Quiet | Yes |
Activities
| Secrets Akumal Riviera Maya | Measure | Turtle Beach, Barbados, A Tribute Portfolio All-Inclusive Resort |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Spa | – |
| Yes | Water sports | Yes |
| – | Kids | Yes |
Secrets Akumal Riviera Maya
- Adults-only all-inclusive
- 3 pools
- Full-service spa
- Swim-up suites
- 75 min from CUN
Turtle Beach, Barbados, A Tribute Portfolio All-Inclusive Resort
- 4 pools
- 5 restaurants & bars
- 20 min from BGI
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.
Pros · Turtle Beach, Barbados, A Tribute Portfolio All-Inclusive Resort
- Strong beachfront family fit.
- Good walkability for Barbados.
- Multiple dining, pool, and activity options for an all-inclusive stay.
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.
Cons · Turtle Beach, Barbados, A Tribute Portfolio All-Inclusive Resort
- Not as polished as higher-end luxury resorts.
- Rooms may feel uneven by category.
- Beach conditions can vary with south-coast surf.
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