Grand Velas Riviera Maya vs Zoëtry Casa del Mar Los Cabos
Velas Resorts vs Zoëtry Wellness & Spa Resorts — Side-by-side resort comparison
Key Metrics
| Metric | Grand Velas Riviera Maya | Zoëtry Casa del Mar Los Cabos |
|---|---|---|
| Our Rating | 9.2 | 8.5 |
| Star Rating | 5.0 | 5.0 |
| Room Count | 539 | 54 |
| Restaurants | 8 | 3 |
| Pools | 4 | 4 |
| Year Opened | 2008 | 1998 |
| Year Renovated | 2021 | 2015 |
Features
| Metric | Grand Velas Riviera Maya | Zoëtry Casa del Mar Los Cabos |
|---|---|---|
| All-Inclusive | Yes | Yes |
| Adults Only | No | No |
| Beach Access | Yes | Yes |
| Spa | Yes | Yes |
| Kids Club | Yes | No |
Dining Comparison
| Metric | Grand Velas Riviera Maya | Zoëtry Casa del Mar Los Cabos |
|---|---|---|
| Total Venues | 15 | 5 |
| Included | 15 | 5 |
| Extra Charge | 0 | 0 |
Room Comparison
| Metric | Grand Velas Riviera Maya | Zoëtry Casa del Mar Los Cabos |
|---|---|---|
| Room Categories | 11 | 8 |
| Suite Categories | 11 | 5 |
Activities Comparison
| Metric | Grand Velas Riviera Maya | Zoëtry Casa del Mar Los Cabos |
|---|---|---|
| Total Activities | 23 | 25 |
| Included | 17 | 18 |
| Extra Charge | 6 | 7 |
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
Zoëtry Casa del Mar Los Cabos
Pros
- 54 suites means the staff-to-guest ratio enables genuinely personalized service — preferences are remembered and requests happen without repetition.
- The complimentary 20-minute spa wellness experience per stay is an actual Endless Privileges inclusion — schedule it on arrival day before time slots fill.
- Complimentary laundry service for a limited number of items is unusual for an all-inclusive and practically useful on stays of 5+ nights.
- The Sip, Savor & See benefit adds dining variety at nearby Dreams, Secrets, or Breathless properties — essential for avoiding menu repetition on longer stays.
Cons
- The beach is not swimmable due to Pacific current — guests who come expecting ocean swimming will be frustrated. The pools are the swimming option.
- Three restaurants is a limited lineup for stays over 4–5 nights — menu repetition becomes noticeable.
- Service speed is a reported inconsistency — 20–40 minute waits for drinks and room service appear across multiple reviews.
Summary
Grand Velas Riviera Maya has a higher guest rating, while Grand Velas Riviera Maya has more restaurants, while Grand Velas Riviera Maya is the larger property, while Grand Velas Riviera Maya has more dining venues, while Zoëtry Casa del Mar Los Cabos offers more activities.