The Oasis Palm Hotel is a family-friendly, Mexican-themed resort aimed at the budget end of the all-inclusive market. While facilities are extensive -- especially for eating and drinking -- rooms are decidedly lackluster and bathrooms could use a makeover. Children are particularly well looked after with plenty of kids' activities and sometimes noisy entertainment. The hotel provides good value for money for families, but couples wanting to unwind in peace and quiet should look elsewhere.
The Oasis Palm Hotel is a family-friendly, Mexican-themed resort aimed at the budget end of the all-inclusive market. While facilities are extensive -- especially for eating and drinking -- rooms are decidedly lackluster and bathrooms could use a makeover. Children are particularly well looked after with plenty of kids' activities and sometimes noisy entertainment. The hotel provides good value for money for families, but couples wanting to unwind in peace and quiet should look elsewhere.
This 24-room budget hotel in an out of the way neighborhood in Cancun is under a 10-minute walk from a sandy beach. It offers both short-term and long-term stay options, and clean, functional rooms range from Standard to spacious Suites, though these lack kitchens. Breakfast and Wi-Fi are free, but there's no pool. This is a serviceable, quiet option for those looking to stay near the ferry to Isla Mujeres, but it's far from the famous beaches of the Hotel Zone. Sotavento Hotel & Yacht Club is closer to the Hotel Zone, also near a ferry terminal, and has a pool, but isn't quite as close to the sand.
This 24-room budget hotel in an out of the way neighborhood in Cancun is under a 10-minute walk from a sandy beach. It offers both short-term and long-term stay options, and clean, functional rooms range from Standard to spacious Suites, though these lack kitchens. Breakfast and Wi-Fi are free, but there's no pool. This is a serviceable, quiet option for those looking to stay near the ferry to Isla Mujeres, but it's far from the famous beaches of the Hotel Zone. Sotavento Hotel & Yacht Club is closer to the Hotel Zone, also near a ferry terminal, and has a pool, but isn't quite as close to the sand.
The upscale, 295-room Krystal Grand Punta Cancun is a Mexican-owned property with an all-inclusive option that opened in early 2014. It occupies a scenic spot along the tip of Punta Cancun, giving guests a unique view of the Caribbean Sea's postcard-perfect beach and blue waters. A kids' club, playground, and kids' pool help keep the resort family-friendly, while a simple-but-chic spa, large fitness center, and multi-sectional pool are popular with adults. The resort also has three restaurants, four bars, and business facilities. The vibe is decidedly more relaxed and elegant than at the neighboring Krystal Cancun, and feels cozier than other sprawling 4-pearl properties nearby.
The upscale, 295-room Krystal Grand Punta Cancun is a Mexican-owned property with an all-inclusive option that opened in early 2014. It occupies a scenic spot along the tip of Punta Cancun, giving guests a unique view of the Caribbean Sea's postcard-perfect beach and blue waters. A kids' club, playground, and kids' pool help keep the resort family-friendly, while a simple-but-chic spa, large fitness center, and multi-sectional pool are popular with adults. The resort also has three restaurants, four bars, and business facilities. The vibe is decidedly more relaxed and elegant than at the neighboring Krystal Cancun, and feels cozier than other sprawling 4-pearl properties nearby.
The newest (via a 2010 revamp) and most luxurious of Cancun's Solaris resort hotels, the all-inclusive, 200-room GR Caribe is a fixture along the Hotel Zone, thanks to its eye-catching Cycladic architecture. Upscale and slightly exotically stylish rooms can feature sunken sitting rooms and either lagoon or ocean views -- but none have balconies. There are three restaurants on-site and room service is available 24 hours a day. Guests can relax at the comfortable main pool with two oceanfront hot tubs, on the beach, or play a round of mini-golf with an ocean view. They also have access to the fitness center, spa, and all other amenities found next door at the Royal Solaris. This is a family-friendly property, although most guests are couples who come for the quiet and romantic vibe. Most of the kid-friendly features are found next door.
The newest (via a 2010 revamp) and most luxurious of Cancun's Solaris resort hotels, the all-inclusive, 200-room GR Caribe is a fixture along the Hotel Zone, thanks to its eye-catching Cycladic architecture. Upscale and slightly exotically stylish rooms can feature sunken sitting rooms and either lagoon or ocean views -- but none have balconies. There are three restaurants on-site and room service is available 24 hours a day. Guests can relax at the comfortable main pool with two oceanfront hot tubs, on the beach, or play a round of mini-golf with an ocean view. They also have access to the fitness center, spa, and all other amenities found next door at the Royal Solaris. This is a family-friendly property, although most guests are couples who come for the quiet and romantic vibe. Most of the kid-friendly features are found next door.
Sandwiched between high-rise hotels on either side, the Beachscape gives a relaxed and well-priced alternative. This mid-range hotel has a large pool, two restaurants, and free parking and Wi-Fi. But the star attraction is the beach: A gorgeous, broad swath of white sand with calm waters. The downside here is the 138 guest rooms, which suffer from dated decor, unappealing bathrooms, and some parking lot views. But they are spacious, and larger suites can comfortably accommodate families. All in all, the hotel makes an appealing, well-priced home base for someone that wants to spend their time down on the beach or exploring. Nearby Temptation Resort and Spa offers more updated rooms, but it's a much trendier property. Bel Air Collection Resort and Spa also has newer rooms but a slightly more remote location.
Sandwiched between high-rise hotels on either side, the Beachscape gives a relaxed and well-priced alternative. This mid-range hotel has a large pool, two restaurants, and free parking and Wi-Fi. But the star attraction is the beach: A gorgeous, broad swath of white sand with calm waters. The downside here is the 138 guest rooms, which suffer from dated decor, unappealing bathrooms, and some parking lot views. But they are spacious, and larger suites can comfortably accommodate families. All in all, the hotel makes an appealing, well-priced home base for someone that wants to spend their time down on the beach or exploring. Nearby Temptation Resort and Spa offers more updated rooms, but it's a much trendier property. Bel Air Collection Resort and Spa also has newer rooms but a slightly more remote location.
Flamingo Cancun Resort has a great location in the Hotel Zone -- across the street from Flamingo Mall, in walking distance to shops and restaurants, and in front of a bus stop. The beach is the highlight here; it’s spacious and scenic with gorgeous blue water and a wide stretch of sand. The hotel also has plenty of public areas, including a large modern lobby, two pools, an adult-only hot tub, and a children’s play area. All in all, it is a good deal in the popular central Hotel Zone area. However, the low rates come with some caveats: the rooms are older and pretty basic, the food in the restaurants can be repetitive, there is a charge for Wi-Fi, and some guests can’t find a beach chair in the high season. It's a solid value for a mid-range hotel, though couples seeking romance may want to compare rates with the Bel Air Collection Resort & Spa.
Flamingo Cancun Resort has a great location in the Hotel Zone -- across the street from Flamingo Mall, in walking distance to shops and restaurants, and in front of a bus stop. The beach is the highlight here; it’s spacious and scenic with gorgeous blue water and a wide stretch of sand. The hotel also has plenty of public areas, including a large modern lobby, two pools, an adult-only hot tub, and a children’s play area. All in all, it is a good deal in the popular central Hotel Zone area. However, the low rates come with some caveats: the rooms are older and pretty basic, the food in the restaurants can be repetitive, there is a charge for Wi-Fi, and some guests can’t find a beach chair in the high season. It's a solid value for a mid-range hotel, though couples seeking romance may want to compare rates with the Bel Air Collection Resort & Spa.
Hotel Hacienda de Castillo is a budget property located in a residential area of downtown Cancun. The hotel provides competitive amenities for its rock-bottom prices including an on-site restaurant and small pool, free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel, flat-screen TVs in each room, and secure parking inside the property. However, don’t expect any kind of luxury or frills at this price -- the rooms are bare-bones with stucco walls, and thin, simple bedspreads. For a swim-up bar and free shuttle to the beach, check rates at the Radisson Hotel Hacienda Cancun.
Hotel Hacienda de Castillo is a budget property located in a residential area of downtown Cancun. The hotel provides competitive amenities for its rock-bottom prices including an on-site restaurant and small pool, free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel, flat-screen TVs in each room, and secure parking inside the property. However, don’t expect any kind of luxury or frills at this price -- the rooms are bare-bones with stucco walls, and thin, simple bedspreads. For a swim-up bar and free shuttle to the beach, check rates at the Radisson Hotel Hacienda Cancun.
Emporio Hotel & Suites Cancun is a large 399-room, upper-middle-range property with a beachfront location in the southern part of the Hotel Zone. The wide, scenic beach has big waves, and with over 1,000 lounge chairs you shouldn't have trouble finding a space on the sand. The pool area is large, attractive, and popular among families with its own children’s play area. Rooms are spacious and there are plenty of kitchen-equipped suites on offer, but decor is dated. All-inclusive rates are optional, and reservations are required for the only a la carte restaurant. It's among the most popular hotels in this price range in Cancun, but it may be worth comparing rates with the more upscale CasaMagna Marriott Cancun Resort.
Emporio Hotel & Suites Cancun is a large 399-room, upper-middle-range property with a beachfront location in the southern part of the Hotel Zone. The wide, scenic beach has big waves, and with over 1,000 lounge chairs you shouldn't have trouble finding a space on the sand. The pool area is large, attractive, and popular among families with its own children’s play area. Rooms are spacious and there are plenty of kitchen-equipped suites on offer, but decor is dated. All-inclusive rates are optional, and reservations are required for the only a la carte restaurant. It's among the most popular hotels in this price range in Cancun, but it may be worth comparing rates with the more upscale CasaMagna Marriott Cancun Resort.
The 142-room Selina Cancun Laguna, Hotel Zone is a budget property with a hard-to-beat location right in the middle of the Hotel Zone. In walking distance to numerous bars, restaurants, and a supermarket, the hotel is situated so guests don't have to go far to find attractions and entertainment. However, the budget aspect of this hotel certainly shows. There's little in the way of amenities or features (no Wi-Fi in rooms). It's also a five-minute walk away from the beach. It does overlook a serene lagoon, but there's no swimming allowed thanks to its (controlled) crocodile population. The rates, while affordable, are a tad high considering the rooms and offerings. For a similar or slightly higher price, Aquamarina Beach Resort, Hotel Casa Maya, or Holiday Inn Cancun Arenas are all located directly on the beach in the Hotel Zone and offer considerably better rooms and amenities.
The 142-room Selina Cancun Laguna, Hotel Zone is a budget property with a hard-to-beat location right in the middle of the Hotel Zone. In walking distance to numerous bars, restaurants, and a supermarket, the hotel is situated so guests don't have to go far to find attractions and entertainment. However, the budget aspect of this hotel certainly shows. There's little in the way of amenities or features (no Wi-Fi in rooms). It's also a five-minute walk away from the beach. It does overlook a serene lagoon, but there's no swimming allowed thanks to its (controlled) crocodile population. The rates, while affordable, are a tad high considering the rooms and offerings. For a similar or slightly higher price, Aquamarina Beach Resort, Hotel Casa Maya, or Holiday Inn Cancun Arenas are all located directly on the beach in the Hotel Zone and offer considerably better rooms and amenities.
Hotel Casa Maya has very competitive rates given its multiple amenities: a beachfront location in the Hotel Zone, two large pools, a spacious and gorgeous beach, two restaurants and a snack bar, a gym, and family areas, including a children’s play area. The rooms are on the plain side and dated, but the cheap rates have to be reflected somewhere. (Note that time-share owners can upgrade to the significantly nicer Elite rooms.) It's worth comparing rates with the Flamingo Cancun, which has similar amenities but more attractive rooms.
Hotel Casa Maya has very competitive rates given its multiple amenities: a beachfront location in the Hotel Zone, two large pools, a spacious and gorgeous beach, two restaurants and a snack bar, a gym, and family areas, including a children’s play area. The rooms are on the plain side and dated, but the cheap rates have to be reflected somewhere. (Note that time-share owners can upgrade to the significantly nicer Elite rooms.) It's worth comparing rates with the Flamingo Cancun, which has similar amenities but more attractive rooms.