This was my 4th time visiting Cancun, and while the ocean views and overall vibe were stunning, our experience at this resort was a mix of good and frustrating. The small, walkable layout made it easy to access every part of the property. We were greeted with cold towels and champagne at check-in, which felt luxurious, and were encouraged to upgrade to the Preferred Club. It sounded worth it: access to a private pool and beach area, a quieter a la carte breakfast spot, and a lounge with light snacks and drinks. Unfortunately, it wasn’t. By 8 a.m., nearly every pool chair was “reserved” with towels. Staff were unhelpful until Julio from concierge, Luis, and Angel from the pool, stepped in and went above and beyond to assist us. They made us feel seen and valued. Laura Coco at the Preferred breakfast was also amazing—warm, attentive, and incredibly thoughtful. Sadly, we often felt overlooked by other staff. As a tattooed, younger LGBTQ couple, we didn’t seem to fit the typical guest profile. The worst part was Amstar, the resort’s shuttle service. Our contact Jose ghosted us when our flight changed, and Carlos from concierge was cold and unhelpful. We had to book an Uber, which was cheaper and hassle-free. We work in hospitality and understand upselling—but this resort took it too far. We came to relax, not to be pitched nonstop.