Grand Velas Riviera Maya vs Ocean Allure Costa Mujeres
Velas Resorts vs Ocean by H10 Hotels — Side-by-side resort comparison
Key Metrics
| Metric | Grand Velas Riviera Maya | Ocean Allure Costa Mujeres |
|---|---|---|
| Our Rating | 9.2 | 8.3 |
| Star Rating | 5.0 | 4.5 |
| Room Count | 539 | — |
| Restaurants | 8 | 8 |
| Pools | 4 | 9 |
| Year Opened | 2008 | — |
| Year Renovated | 2021 | — |
Features
| Metric | Grand Velas Riviera Maya | Ocean Allure Costa Mujeres |
|---|---|---|
| All-Inclusive | Yes | Yes |
| Adults Only | No | Yes |
| Beach Access | Yes | Yes |
| Spa | Yes | Yes |
| Kids Club | Yes | No |
Dining Comparison
| Metric | Grand Velas Riviera Maya | Ocean Allure Costa Mujeres |
|---|---|---|
| Total Venues | 15 | 18 |
| Included | 15 | 18 |
| Extra Charge | 0 | 0 |
Room Comparison
| Metric | Grand Velas Riviera Maya | Ocean Allure Costa Mujeres |
|---|---|---|
| Room Categories | 11 | 9 |
| Suite Categories | 11 | 9 |
Activities Comparison
| Metric | Grand Velas Riviera Maya | Ocean Allure Costa Mujeres |
|---|---|---|
| Total Activities | 23 | 26 |
| Included | 17 | 23 |
| Extra Charge | 6 | 3 |
Pros & Cons
Grand Velas Riviera Maya
Pros
- Cocina de Autor is the first all-inclusive restaurant in the world to earn both a MICHELIN star and AAA Five Diamond — included in the rate
- SE Spa with Forbes Five Stars, 90,000+ square feet, and 40+ treatment suites is one of the largest and most awarded resort spas in Mexico
- Three distinct ambiances mean guests in Zen Grand have a completely different resort experience from guests in Grand Class — useful for multi-room group bookings
- Tulum ruins are 15 minutes away and cenote tours are easy half-day excursions from this location
Cons
- Zen Grand suites are three-quarters of a mile from the beach — the shuttle runs frequently but beach access requires active planning
- Cocina de Autor and Piaf book up as far as 6 months in advance in peak season — call before arrival rather than assuming on-arrival booking
- Premium pricing at the top of the Riviera Maya all-inclusive market — the quality justifies it but the commitment is real
Ocean Allure Costa Mujeres
Pros
- The wave pool, lazy river, and FlowRider combination is genuinely unusual among Cancun adults-only all-inclusives — guests who want more from a pool area than sun loungers will find more options here than at most competitors.
- The Privilege rooftop infinity pools are consistently cited as a major draw — if the upgrade fits the budget, the dedicated restaurant, butler service, and rooftop access make it meaningfully different from the base rate.
Cons
- As a late-2025/early-2026 opening, the specialty restaurants were still working through operational consistency issues — multiple reviews note lukewarm or incorrectly prepared dishes, which is typical for newly opened large properties but worth knowing.
- Premium wines and certain premium dishes at the specialty restaurants cost extra even on the standard all-inclusive rate.
Summary
Grand Velas Riviera Maya has a higher guest rating, while Ocean Allure Costa Mujeres has more dining venues, while Ocean Allure Costa Mujeres offers more activities.