4/10 Poor
Jacqueline
Traveled with group
Apr 7, 2025
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disappointing Stay at Secrets Huatulco – Not Up to Expectations
We recently stayed at Secrets Huatulco, and unfortunately, the resort did not live up to the usual standards we expect from Secrets resorts. Although advertised as a luxury destination, this is more of a 3-star experience.
Upon arrival, we were immediately taken aback by the frayed towels and bath mats in our room. Additionally, the swim-up pool had a broken umbrella, and we found open peanuts in the nightstand drawer, which was a little concerning. Even worse, we discovered clumps of hair around the room, which is certainly not the cleanliness one should expect from a "luxury" resort.
Room service also left much to be desired. Our orders were consistently wrong, adding to the frustration. The resort also seemed to lack the lively atmosphere that typically defines a vacation destination. Many of the bars close by 9 pm, and the entertainment is over early, which gave the whole place a rather subdued, almost retirement village vibe. We were usually back in our room by 9 or 10 pm, which was quite disappointing for a getaway.
On a positive note, the staff were polite and helpful throughout our stay. The spa was another highlight, though we were initially put off by the high cost. Had we been offered a promotional deal earlier in our stay, we likely would have visited the spa more frequently, but we only took advantage of it on our second-to-last day.
Overall, Secrets Huatulco fell short of our expectations.
Jacqueline
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025