Hyatt Ziva Los Cabos vs Sandals Montego Bay

Hyatt Ziva vs Sandals Resorts — Side-by-side resort comparison

Key Metrics

Metric	Hyatt Ziva Los Cabos	Sandals Montego Bay
Room Categories	13	11
Suite Categories	4	8

Beach is generally non-swimmable due to dangerous rip currents and strong waves.
Inconsistent food quality at some specialty restaurants (e.g., Bon Vivant).
Occasional issues with Wi-Fi connectivity.
Swim-out rooms may lack privacy due to proximity to walkways.
Past reviews mentioned some rooms needed updating (though 2025 reno addressed Tower B).

Exceptional and welcoming service from staff.
Outstanding water views from nearly every vantage point.
Beautiful and expansive private white-sand beach with loungers, umbrellas, and natural shade.
Unique overwater bar with hammocks is a guest favorite.
Wide variety and high quality of 12 dining options, many offering water views (e.g., Oleander, Butch's, Soy, Tokyo Jo's).
Extensive range of included motorized and non-motorized water sports and land sports.
The "Stay at 1, Play at 2" privilege with Sandals Royal Caribbean significantly expands amenities.
Quick and efficient 10-15 minute airport transfers.
Recently renovated rooms and luxurious oceanfront and swim-up suites.

Noticeable noise from planes due to proximity to the airport, particularly between 11 AM and 4 PM.

Sandals Montego Bay has a higher guest rating, while Sandals Montego Bay has more restaurants, while Hyatt Ziva Los Cabos is the larger property.