Secrets Playa Mujeres Golf & Spa Resort
Secrets Playa Mujeres reopened in January 2026 after a renovation that closed it for roughly 250 days, announced by Hyatt on 7 January 2026. Every one of the 424 suites was reimagined in a contemporary coastal style, the Rendezvous lobby bar moved into the former main lobby, check-in moved closer to the rooms, and the Preferred Club got a newly built two-story building with its own check-in lounge on the ground floor and an ocean-view restaurant above, plus a new private beach club. Add one of the calmest, clearest beaches around Cancún, noticeably less troubled by sargassum than the Hotel Zone, and complimentary access to the family-friendly Dreams Playa Mujeres next door, and the resort feels larger than most adults-only properties.
Traveler Insights
Pros
- +Reopened in January 2026 after a renovation of roughly 250 days that reimagined all 424 suites in a contemporary coastal style, so the rooms are effectively new
- +One of the best beaches in the Cancún area, with calm, clear water and noticeably less sargassum than most Caribbean-facing Cancún resorts
- +Complimentary access to the family-friendly Dreams Playa Mujeres next door, which adds a second set of restaurants and experiences when you want variety
- +A newly built two-story Preferred Club building with its own check-in lounge and an ocean-view restaurant upstairs, Ki' Ki' Che, serving a 5 to 7 course tasting menu at dinner, plus a new private Preferred beach club
- +Swim-out junior suites are sold in both standard and Preferred Club ocean-view categories, a favorite with honeymooners
- +Direct access to the Greg Norman-designed 18-hole Playa Mujeres golf course makes it the obvious pick for golfer couples
- +No reservations needed for à la carte dining, top-shelf spirits included, no wristbands and 24-hour room service
- +Inside a private, gated community north of Cancún, yet only about 10 minutes from downtown Cancún and 35 minutes from the airport
Cons
- −Priced at a clear premium over comparable adults-only resorts like Excellence El Carmen, and post-renovation rates are higher than before
- −Some work was still finishing at the spring 2026 reopening celebrations, and early guests reported the usual settling-in hiccups as staff adjusted to new layouts
- −Air conditioning complaints in rooms and restaurants have come up historically; worth asking whether your building was part of the HVAC work
- −Fewer high-energy activities than party-leaning resorts like Breathless; if you want foam parties and a DJ pool every day, look elsewhere
- −The gap between Preferred Club and standard rooms is bigger than ever now that the Club has its own building, restaurant and beach club
- −Scuba diving, tennis courts and spa treatments all carry extra charges
Dining got a reset too. Portofino reopened with a refreshed Italian menu, Coco Café and the Desires nightclub were redesigned, and Bordeaux was transformed into Ayara, an Amazonian-inspired South American dinner spot that Hyatt slated to open in mid-February 2026, the same month as the spa enhancements. Himitsu (Asian), El Patio (Mexican), Oceana (seafood), Seaside Grill and the Market Café buffet round out the list, and Preferred Club guests get Ki' Ki' Che, a roughly 64-seat restaurant with à la carte breakfast and a 5 to 7 course tasting dinner five nights a week, which other guests can book at extra cost. No reservations are needed elsewhere, spirits are top-shelf and there are no wristbands. Pools center on a free-form main pool and an oceanfront infinity pool, with swim-out suites in both standard and Club categories.
Secrets Playa Mujeres is the right choice for couples who put the beach, golf and a freshly renovated upscale feel ahead of nonstop entertainment. Honeymooners make up a big share of the guests. Budget-minded travelers get better value at Secrets Akumal, but if beach quality, new rooms and a neighboring resort to explore matter most, this is the strongest the property has been. The Greg Norman-designed course sits right on site, downtown Cancún is about 10 minutes away, and Isla Mujeres is a short ferry ride for a day trip.
Common Questions
What changed in the renovation that reopened in January 2026?
Can Secrets Playa Mujeres guests use Dreams next door?
How bad is the sargassum at Secrets Playa Mujeres?
Is the Preferred Club upgrade worth it after the renovation?
How does Secrets Playa Mujeres compare to Secrets Akumal and Secrets Maroma?
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What's nearby
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20 min drive · 6.8 mi
Playa Delfines45 min drive · 21 mi
Playa Tortugas30 min drive · 13 mi
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Museo Maya de Cancún45 min drive · 19 mi
More things to do (24)
- Catamaran trip to Isla Mujeres · excursion30 min drive · 13 mi
- Downtown Cancún (Parque Las Palapas) · town20 min drive · 8.8 mi
- Xoxi Cancún · adventure park45 min drive · 21 mi
- Whale shark swim (June to September) · excursion20 min drive · 6.8 mi
- Playa Las Perlas · beach25 min drive · 11 mi
- Garrafón Park day trip (Isla Mujeres) · excursion30 min drive · 13 mi
- Croco Cun Zoo · wildlife50 min drive · 29 mi
- Playa Caracol · beach35 min drive · 14 mi
- Riviera Cancún Golf · golf45 min drive · 21 mi
- Puerto Cancún Golf Course · golf25 min drive · 8.6 mi
- Playa Ballenas · beach45 min drive · 18 mi
- Playa Coral · beach45 min drive · 21 mi
- Iberostar Cancún Golf Club · golf50 min drive · 20 mi
- Puerto Morelos reef snorkel trip · excursion60 min drive · 32 mi
- Playa El Niño · beach14 min drive · 5.8 mi
- Ka'Yok' Planetarium · museum25 min drive · 9.8 mi
- Marina Puerto Cancún · marina25 min drive · 9.9 mi
- Parque Kabah · nature25 min drive · 11 mi
- Torre Escénica de Cancún · viewpoint30 min drive · 12 mi
- Playa Langosta · beach30 min drive · 13 mi
- Playa Gaviota Azul · beach35 min drive · 15 mi
- Playa Chac Mool · beach40 min drive · 16 mi
- Yamil Lu'um · ruins40 min drive · 17 mi
- Playa San Miguelito · beach40 min drive · 18 mi
Amenities
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Seaweed & sargassum
Cancun gets sargassum, typically worst May through August.See the month-by-month guide →Google Reviews★ 4.5 · 4,264 reviews
“My boyfriend and I just returned from Secrets Playa Mujeres and we have nothing bad to say about this place. It is beautiful with staff that is friendly and welcoming. The resort is peaceful and calm, but the activities and events make the nightlife...”
“From reception where you are greeted with smiles and pleasantries especially from Gisela , who always made sure my situation was resolved and I was enjoying my y stay. You immediately sense the service oriented approach. Everyone greets you and is t...”
“My husband and I stayed here for our honeymoon. It was an amazing experience. We told them the reason for our stay and upon arrival, our door was decorated with a sign and our room had a bottle of champagne on ice waiting for us. The staff are highly...”
How It Compares
Secrets Playa Mujeres Golf & Spa Resort vs Excellence Playa Mujeres
The Excellence Collection vs Hyatt's Inclusive Collection on the same Playa Mujeres strip.
Secrets Playa Mujeres Golf & Spa Resort vs Atelier Playa Mujeres
Neighbors on the same protected sand: Atelier's thirteen kitchens and art, or Secrets' all-new suites and romance.
Secrets Playa Mujeres Golf & Spa Resort vs UNICO 20°87° Hotel Riviera Maya
Unico's kitchens against Secrets' beach: guests who've done both say that's the whole decision.
Secrets Playa Mujeres Golf & Spa Resort vs Secrets Playa Blanca Costa Mujeres
Renovated Playa Mujeres and its Dreams next door, or newer, cheaper Playa Blanca with more pools.
