Cancun

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Hotel Zone showing tropical scenes, a pool and general coastal views
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 Delfines Beach while you're exploring the area.

Zona Hotelera
Hotel Zone which includes a pool and a luxury hotel or resort as well as a small group of people

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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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
Loads of fun in diving in MUSA. Not common to find an underwater museum. Even if it has been sat up only in 2013, you can see that nature is already taking the space for itself and loads of corals are already growing on the statues.

Alfredo V. Bonfil

When in Alfredo V. Bonfil, you can plan a visit to Dubai Palace Casino and Ventura Park Cancun, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Alfredo V. Bonfil
Hilton Cancun Mar Caribe All-Inclusive Resort
Hilton Cancun Mar Caribe All-Inclusive Resort
4.5 out of 5
Boulevard Kukulcan Km 17, Zona Hotelera, Cancun, QROO
The price is ¥51,422 per night from Apr 27 to Apr 28
¥51,422
per night
Apr 27 - Apr 28
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury property in Cancun. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the bar in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (728 reviews)
"Samuel and Pedro were excellent at the pool with their service for drinks and any other needs!"

Reviewed on Mar 26, 2024

Hilton Cancun Mar Caribe All-Inclusive Resort
Riu Palace Kukulkan - Adults Only - All Inclusive
Riu Palace Kukulkan - Adults Only - All Inclusive
4.5 out of 5
Boulevard Kukulcan km 12, Zona Hotelera, Cancun, QROO
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Cancun. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,560 reviews)
"This place was great, clean, trust worthy, friendly & beautiful"

Reviewed on Mar 26, 2024

Riu Palace Kukulkan - Adults Only - All Inclusive
Riu Palace Las Americas - Adults Only- All Inclusive
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
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. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,721 reviews)
"The property was very nice and clean. My only issue was the icemaker on my floor was empty and i was not told upon check-in that i use my card key to control lights in the room."

Reviewed on Mar 28, 2024

Riu Palace Las Americas - Adults Only- All Inclusive
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.
Casa Turquesa - Near Luxury Avenue Shopping Mall
Casa Turquesa - Near Luxury Avenue Shopping Mall
4 out of 5
Cancun
Stay at this 4-star beach aparthotel in Cancun. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.4/10 Good! (916 reviews)
"This place was beautiful with my 11 year old daughter. We felt safe and it was near many resturants and things to do. We also took the bus around the hotel zone for 12 pesos. The mall has a great grocery store and beautiful restaurants across the street . I recommend the Italian and Greek for a fun ..."

Reviewed on Mar 26, 2024

Casa Turquesa - Near Luxury Avenue Shopping Mall
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 beach aparthotel in Cancun. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
6.6/10 (1,221 reviews)
"The food was good but the hours are so limited, and snacks so poor just hamburgers and hot dogs."

Reviewed on Mar 5, 2024

All Ritmo Cancun Resort & Water Park - All Inclusive
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 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,297 reviews)
"Nice and quiet with a great beach. No problem getting loungers by the pool or palapa at the beach."

Reviewed on Mar 24, 2024

Beachscape Kin ha Villas & Suites
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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