Cancun

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Cancun which includes a sandy beach, landscape views and general coastal views
Hotel Zone which includes swimming, landscape views and a sandy beach
Cancun
Hotel Zone which includes general coastal views, tropical scenes and a pool
Cancun featuring night scenes, a luxury hotel or resort and a pool
Relax by the pool, dive through subaquatic caves and learn about the region’s fascinating past through museums and archeological sites.

Cancún is an intriguing city with three distinct faces. It is at once a world-renowned vacation resort, an adventure base for exploring lagoons and caves and an open-air museum showcasing the ruined temples of the Mayans. Draw up an action-packed itinerary for your vacation in this dynamic region.

Choose from the range of lodgings in the Hotel Zone. The area comprises a narrow strip between the Nichupté lagoon and the Caribbean Sea, made up of beaches and luxury hotels. Bring your kids to the Acuario Interactivo for interaction tanks and opportunities to swim with the fish.

Lay down a blanket for a picnic on Playa Delfines, a short taxi ride south from the aquarium. Snap photos of your family in front of the colorful Cancún sign and swim in the clear water. A little north is Playa Tortugas, which is fairly busy, with restaurants serving seafood and Mexican cuisine.

Remaining in the Hotel Zone, visit the Maya Cancun Museum for its captivating historic sights and exhibition spaces. Nearby is the El Rey Ruins, which consists of a small Maya village with a temple dating back to around A.D. 250. Take a trip to the El Meco Archaeological Site in the northern outskirts of the city.

The city is also an ideal base for excursions. Embark on a boat trip from the Gran Puerto Cancún to Isla Mujeres. The island contains the Garrafon Natural Reef Park, which has excellent water visibility for snorkeling. Go with tour operators to the cenote lagoons and underwater caves of Xcaret Park on the mainland.

Find the city on the Yucatán Peninsula in the southeastern part of Mexico. Fly to the Cancún International Airport and get a taxi or bus northeast for around 30 minutes to reach the heart of the Hotel Zone. The city is about 1 hour north of Playa del Carmen and about an hour and 45 minutes north of Tulum by car.

Cancún is the ultimate vacation destination, with a blend of serenity and entertainment.

Where to stay in Cancun

Escenica Tower which includes a beach, a luxury hotel or resort and general coastal views

Zona Hotelera

4.5/5(19,550 area reviews)

The stunning beaches and fantastic nightlife are just a few highlights of Zona Hotelera. Make a stop by La Isla Shopping Mall or Forum Beach while you're exploring the area.

Zona Hotelera
Hotel Zone which includes general coastal views, tropical scenes and a pool

Punta Cancun

If you're spending some time in Punta Cancun, Forum Beach and Chac Mool Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Punta Cancun
Mexico and Central America which includes music, nightlife and night scenes

Downtown Cancun

4/5(767 area reviews)

Downtown Cancun is known for its popular shops, and you can see some sights in the area like Plaza 28 and Cancun Mall.

Downtown Cancun
La Isla shopping mall! Has some great attractions with a wide range of places to eat!

La Isla

If you're spending some time in La Isla, La Isla Shopping Mall and Isla Dorada are top sights worth seeing.

La Isla
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Puerto Juarez

The pristine beaches and fun-filled waterparks are top of the list for many visitors to Puerto Juarez. A stop by Ultramar Ferry Puerto Juárez or El Meco Archaeological Site might round out your trip.

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Avenida Tulum

The beaches and abundant dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Avenida Tulum. A stop by Royal Yak Casino and Sports Book or Ceviche Square might round out your trip.

Avenida Tulum
Hotel Riu Palace Las Americas - Adults Only- All Inclusive

Hotel Riu Palace Las Americas - Adults Only- All Inclusive

4 out of 5
Blvd. Kukulcan, Km 8.5, Manzana 50, Lote 4, Zona Hotelera, Cancun, QROO
The price is ¥40,826 per night from Sep 2 to Sep 3
¥40,826
¥50,018 total
Sep 2 - Sep 3
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach property in Cancun. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4,595 reviews)
"Nice room, attentive staff, great food. Not very central so transportation to excursions was lengthy"

Reviewed on Aug 1, 2025

Hotel Riu Palace Las Americas - Adults Only- All Inclusive
Hyatt Vivid Grand Island Cancun Adults Only All-Inclusive

Hyatt Vivid Grand Island Cancun Adults Only All-Inclusive

4.5 out of 5
Boulevard Kukulcan Km.16.5 Lotes 56-A-I, y 56-A-2 Segunda Etapa Turistica, Cancun, QROO
The price is ¥44,418 per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
¥44,418
¥44,418 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury property in Cancun. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,371 reviews)
"Amazing resort will definitely stay here again!"

Reviewed on Aug 1, 2025

Hyatt Vivid Grand Island Cancun Adults Only All-Inclusive
The Westin Resort & Spa, Cancun

The Westin Resort & Spa, Cancun

4 out of 5
Boulevard Kukulcan Km 20, Cancun, QROO
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ¥14,298 per night from Aug 15 to Aug 16
¥14,298
¥17,930 total
Aug 15 - Aug 16
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Cancun. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 4 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,082 reviews)
"Good location, great staff, good service. Carolina was an amazing concierge. Food was a little pricy at the sports bar and it took a while to come. Breakfast was amazing, I forgot his name but the guy who made the omelets 10/10."

Reviewed on Jul 31, 2025

The Westin Resort & Spa, Cancun
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Beachscape Kin ha Villas & Suites

Beachscape Kin ha Villas & Suites

3.5 out of 5
Blvd. Kukulcan Km 8.5, Cancun, QROO
Stay at this 3.5-star beach aparthotel in Cancun. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,832 reviews)
"I love being able to be able to walk out to the ocean and then also be able to walk down to the area where Coco Bongo is! The breakfast is also 11/10 highly recommend!!"

Reviewed on Jul 28, 2025

Beachscape Kin ha Villas & Suites
All Ritmo Cancun Resort & Water Park - All Inclusive

All Ritmo Cancun Resort & Water Park - All Inclusive

3.5 out of 5
Km. 1.5 Carretera a Puerto Juarez, Punta Sam, Cancun, QROO
Stay at this 3.5-star beach aparthotel in Cancun. Enjoy free parking, 2 outdoor pools, and 5 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
6.4/10 (1,124 reviews)
"We stayed at All Ritmo from July 15 through July 23. We had an amazing experience. I asked for an upgrade when we checked in and was given one for a small increase in price. Our room was on the 4th floor overlooking the beautiful clear blue waters. The room was enormous, with a beautiful balcony, ..."

Reviewed on Jul 25, 2025

All Ritmo Cancun Resort & Water Park - All Inclusive
1st Luxury Warehouse

1st Luxury Warehouse

3.5 out of 5
1st Luxury Warehouse, Calle Monte Líbano, Mz. 79, Lt.79, Bodega 1, SM 301, Segunda, Cancun, QROO
Stay at this 3.5-star apartment in Cancun. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and Netflix. Popular attractions Moon Palace Golf Club and Ventura Park Cancun are ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (113 reviews)
"It was an excellent stay with very helpful and super responsive staff. Would highly recommend."

Reviewed on Jul 22, 2025

1st Luxury Warehouse
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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