Cancun Travel Guide

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Cancun which includes landscape views, tropical scenes and general coastal views
Hotel Zone which includes landscape views, swimming and general coastal views
Cancun
Hotel Zone showing general coastal views, a sunset and landscape views
Cancun showing a pool, night scenes and a luxury hotel or resort
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

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Zona Hotelera

4.5/5(67 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 featuring a sunset, general coastal views and a pool

Punta Cancun

While visiting Punta Cancun, you might make a stop by sights like Forum Beach and Chac Mool Beach.

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Downtown Cancun

3.5/5(9 area reviews)

Downtown Cancun is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Plaza 28 and Cancun Mall.

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La Isla

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

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Puerto Juarez

The pristine beaches and fun-filled water parks 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 pristine beaches and ample 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
Moon Palace Cancun - All Inclusive
Moon Palace Cancun - All Inclusive
4.5 out of 5
Carretera Cancun-Chetumal Km. 340, Cancun, QROO
The price is AU$620 per night from 9 May to 10 May
AU$620
includes taxes & fees
9 May - 10 May
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury property in Cancun. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 7 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (2,689 reviews)
"Great resort, great service, food was great, rooms were outdated except for the grand which was not clear at the time of booking."

Reviewed on 21 Apr. 2025

Moon Palace Cancun - All Inclusive
Hotel Riu Palace Peninsula - All Inclusive
Hotel Riu Palace Peninsula - All Inclusive
4 out of 5
Blvd Kukulkan, Km 5.5 Lote 6-C, 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! (4,487 reviews)
"Gym was awful, The Sauna was not working.The hotel's amenities and recreational facilities were really limited considering the size of the hotel."

Reviewed on 21 Apr. 2025

Hotel Riu Palace Peninsula - All Inclusive
Paradisus Cancún – All Inclusive
Paradisus Cancún – All Inclusive
4.5 out of 5
Boulevard Kukulkan Km 16.5, Cancun, QROO
The price is AU$751 per night from 6 May to 7 May
AU$751
includes taxes & fees
6 May - 7 May
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury property in Cancun. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 4 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (2,581 reviews)
"I loved the staff at the hotel. In specific Gladys, Salvador, Dino, and Luis Herrera! They made our stay so fun! You will have a great time at this resort. I would love to go back! Only thing needed is updates for the plumbing (no hot water in my room and toilet problems) but other than that an amazing ..."

Reviewed on 19 Apr. 2025

Paradisus Cancún – 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.
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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,688 reviews)
"This place is so comfortably located with an accessible beach. The pool is nice too. We loved the food in the breakfast buffet."

Reviewed on 19 Apr. 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 (1,058 reviews)
"Best service in the world I got a good time with my friend."

Reviewed on 11 Apr. 2025

All Ritmo Cancun Resort & Water Park - All Inclusive
Club Regina Cancun
Club Regina Cancun
3.5 out of 5
Blvd. Kukulkan Km 20.5, Hotels Area, Cancun, QROO
Stay at this 3.5-star beach aparthotel in Cancun. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, a beach locale, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (439 reviews)
"Quiet and clean !!!"

Reviewed on 19 Apr. 2025

Club Regina 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.

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