Azul Beach Resort Montenegro Ultra All-Inclusive by Karisma
Grand Velas Los Cabos
Our Rating
8.2
9.7
Star Rating
4.0
5.0
Room Count
479
307
Restaurants
5
7
Pools
8
4
Year Opened
2020
2016
Year Renovated
2020
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Features
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Azul Beach Resort Montenegro Ultra All-Inclusive by Karisma
Grand Velas Los Cabos
All-Inclusive
Yes
Yes
Adults Only
No
No
Beach Access
Yes
Yes
Spa
Yes
Yes
Kids Club
Yes
Yes
Dining Comparison
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Azul Beach Resort Montenegro Ultra All-Inclusive by Karisma
Grand Velas Los Cabos
Total Venues
16
11
Included
14
11
Extra Charge
2
0
Room Comparison
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Azul Beach Resort Montenegro Ultra All-Inclusive by Karisma
Grand Velas Los Cabos
Room Categories
16
11
Suite Categories
13
11
Activities Comparison
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Azul Beach Resort Montenegro Ultra All-Inclusive by Karisma
Grand Velas Los Cabos
Total Activities
18
27
Included
14
18
Extra Charge
4
9
Pros & Cons
Azul Beach Resort Montenegro Ultra All-Inclusive by Karisma
Pros
Velika Plaza is legitimately one of the Adriatic's best sandy beaches — shallow entry, soft sand, and a 12 km stretch that absorbs the crowds.
Eight pools including dedicated children's pools with proper water features — families with young kids are genuinely well catered for.
Seven tennis courts and an on-site school make this one of the better tennis destinations in the region for enthusiasts.
The Premium Section pools are meaningfully less crowded and the BBQ Restaurant is an exclusive perk worth costing in.
Montenegro as a country is dramatically underrated — renting a car for day trips to Kotor, Ulcinj, and Budva is easy and strongly recommended.
Cons
Main buffet dinner quality gets repeated low marks — repetitive, overly local, and inconsistently executed.
À la carte restaurants book up days in advance — arrive and make all three reservations within the first two hours.
Mosquitos in the evening are a consistent problem. Pack insect repellent as a non-negotiable.
Limited English-speaking staff creates friction for international guests during any service issue.
Room air conditioning malfunctions and bathroom odors appear frequently enough in recent reviews to be a real concern.
Grand Velas Los Cabos
Pros
The only all-inclusive in the world simultaneously holding Forbes Five Stars, AAA Five Diamonds, and a MICHELIN-starred restaurant — a genuine distinction, not a marketing claim
Cocina de Autor's 8-10 course tasting menu with wine pairing is fully included in the all-inclusive rate — at a standalone restaurant this would cost hundreds per person
Every suite starts at 1,081 sq ft with ocean views, private terrace jacuzzi, and 24-hour butler concierge — the entry suite here exceeds most competitors' top categories
Three-tier infinity pools naturally segregate family, activity, and adult-only zones without restricting access — practical design rather than strict policy
Cons
Summary
Grand Velas Los Cabos has a higher guest rating, while Grand Velas Los Cabos has more restaurants, while Azul Beach Resort Montenegro Ultra All-Inclusive by Karisma is the larger property, while Azul Beach Resort Montenegro Ultra All-Inclusive by Karisma has more dining venues, while Grand Velas Los Cabos offers more activities.
Beach is not swimmable — Los Cabos Pacific currents make ocean swimming dangerous; the infinity pools are where guests actually swim
Cocina de Autor is restricted to adults and guests 18+ — families with younger children can't access the MICHELIN-starred restaurant during their stay
Rates start around $1,600/night in low season and $1,800+ in peak winter — a significant commitment that requires being genuinely invested in the Five Diamond experience to justify
