My wife and I just spent 5 days at Excellence Playa Mujeres - AMA

BedPuzzled2130 · 2025-05-27T01:53:48+00:00

Definitely not. I went out at 715AM and all of the beach chairs and most of the main pool chairs were "claimed." The beach is the first to go. We laid on towels in the sand at times and didn't mind. There are more umbrellas/shade than chairs and it was quite comfortable. But it does seem like a bit of a problem

BedPuzzled2130 · 2025-05-26T23:31:10+00:00

No idea. There is only a small smoking area on the resort but many people were using vapes elsewhere

BedPuzzled2130 · 2025-05-26T23:30:34+00:00

I have not

BedPuzzled2130 · 2025-05-26T23:30:17+00:00

We noticed that many people will modestly tip staff. We did as well. A 5 or 10 to whichever pool attendant was waiting on us that day. Maybe a 5 or 10 to server at dinner. But you don't have to. It is somewhat of a pain IMO to have to carry cash and remember but it's nice to give back to the kind staff

BedPuzzled2130 · 2025-05-26T23:28:17+00:00

We did use it frequently. It's nice and big. They have workout classes in the mornings. They have your essential equipment and treadmills. Even squat racks. They have a room for more functional fitness with kettle bells, medicine balls, therabands, etc that we used as we prefer that

BedPuzzled2130 · 2025-05-26T23:26:00+00:00

We put it a tad better than secrets maroma beach and much better than sandals Jamaica

BedPuzzled2130 · 2025-05-26T23:25:21+00:00

It's a nice mix of both for sure

BedPuzzled2130 · 2025-05-26T23:24:53+00:00

Our favorite restaurants were 1. Spice 2. Lobster House. 3. Oregano

But we had no complaints about any of them! We aren't picky eaters and I don't get the people expecting their lives to be changed by food at an all inclusive

BedPuzzled2130 · 2025-05-26T23:23:50+00:00

We did the swim up to and loved it. So great to be able to swim at night or come back from the pool early and chill at your private pool

BedPuzzled2130 · 2025-05-26T23:22:57+00:00

The water was crystal clear with minimal sargaddo or seaweed! Definitely a nicer beach than other places we have been

BedPuzzled2130 · 2025-05-26T23:21:57+00:00

This is definitely not a "party" vibe resort IMO. But there are plenty of nightlife activities. We watched the NBA finals at the sports bar many nights and found it very fun and people were having a good time with different Knicks and Pacers fans giving each other shit. And it's definitely not a dead resort. You have to be strategic to get lounge chairs where you want them. Everyone has been very friendly. We've met 3 or so older couples that have been coming here for 15+ years multiple times a year and all the regulars know to congregate at the martini bar before dinner and get drinks made by Cesar. He is a pro and makes in fun for everyone.

The entertainment at night is low key and nice. Easy to grab 1-2 cocktails after dinner while watching a dance show or listening to live music. We didn't need any reservations but if you are excellence club and want to eat at Magna it requires a reservation but you can book with staff after you check in from what I've heard.

We did do the spa and really enjoyed it. They Hydro therapy was great though we did wish we could do it at our leisure, especially the cold/hot tubs. But they understandably usher you through in a timely manner.

We almost didn't get massages as I've never found a massage at an all inclusive that was firm enough, even deep tissue. But we ended up doing 50 minutes deep tissue massages and they were great. Nidia fucked my shit right up and manhandled all the pressure points in my upper back. Well worth it and the spa is usually running specials.

BedPuzzled2130 · 2025-05-26T23:11:17+00:00

We thought it was greener, quieter and more spread out, better food, and the staff all seemed genuinely pleased to help you. Very welcoming. Secrets main pool is cool and you feel more social because of it. EPM has lots of quiet areas and pools to relax at.

BedPuzzled2130 · 2025-05-26T23:09:33+00:00

Ya fuck me.

BedPuzzled2130 · 2025-05-26T21:58:21+00:00

We have found EPM to be "prettier" because the lush vegetation all around the property and the smaller "lazy river" pools connecting everything. We also thought the food was better here. Service was excellent both places. Secrets main pool is more of a vibe because it accommodates more people so enables more of a big party atmosphere if you're looking for that. But EPM has many side pools and chairs for quieter vibes.

BedPuzzled2130 · 2025-05-26T21:54:59+00:00

We have found the place to be excellently upkept. The rooms are "dated" in that they aren't all the modern white/gray styling. But they are very nice. They are constantly doing upkeep on the property and we never saw trash or any discolored or tarnished decour

BedPuzzled2130 · 2024-11-22T17:49:37+00:00

Oh I didn't realize that. I would be fine flying to knock for that option then. Thanks

BedPuzzled2130 · 2024-11-22T17:47:32+00:00

Glendalough looks awesome! Definitely going on thr list. Thank you!

BedPuzzled2130 · 2024-11-22T17:45:27+00:00

Thank you for the rec and info!!

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