The 376-room Club Med Cancun Yucatan is an all-ages, all-inclusive resort located in Cancun's beautiful, partially secluded area of Punta Nizuc. The $14 million dollar enhancement project (finished in summer 2014) added even more family-friendly features to the hotel, as well as oceanfront rooms, restaurants, and a lounge. Included on-site activities from the flying trapeze and fitness classes, to waterskiing and snorkeling, or strolling the nature-set grounds. However some guests may be disappointed with high Internet fees, dark rooms, a surprisingly small pool, and overall noticeable wear.
The 376-room Club Med Cancun Yucatan is an all-ages, all-inclusive resort located in Cancun's beautiful, partially secluded area of Punta Nizuc. The $14 million dollar enhancement project (finished in summer 2014) added even more family-friendly features to the hotel, as well as oceanfront rooms, restaurants, and a lounge. Included on-site activities from the flying trapeze and fitness classes, to waterskiing and snorkeling, or strolling the nature-set grounds. However some guests may be disappointed with high Internet fees, dark rooms, a surprisingly small pool, and overall noticeable wear.
A child of the '90s, the 617-room, upper-middle-range Crown Paradise Club Cancun is a one-stop shop for budget-friendly all-inclusive vacations. Rooms come with postcard-worthy Caribbean Sea views, marble floors, contemporary (if basic) bathrooms, and private outdoor space (upgrades include in-room jacuzzis and minibars). In addition to multiple pools, a small gym, spa, and 24-hour spots to grab a bite or a drink, the Crown Paradise is unparalleled in keeping kids of all ages entertained from a baby club, to an enviable kids'-only water park, to teens club. There's also plenty of adult-only space for singles and couples, although this is primarily a family hotel. Be prepared for a buzzing atmosphere and a little noticeable wear and tear.
A child of the '90s, the 617-room, upper-middle-range Crown Paradise Club Cancun is a one-stop shop for budget-friendly all-inclusive vacations. Rooms come with postcard-worthy Caribbean Sea views, marble floors, contemporary (if basic) bathrooms, and private outdoor space (upgrades include in-room jacuzzis and minibars). In addition to multiple pools, a small gym, spa, and 24-hour spots to grab a bite or a drink, the Crown Paradise is unparalleled in keeping kids of all ages entertained from a baby club, to an enviable kids'-only water park, to teens club. There's also plenty of adult-only space for singles and couples, although this is primarily a family hotel. Be prepared for a buzzing atmosphere and a little noticeable wear and tear.
The 169-room Hotel Yalmakan is a mid-range all-inclusive beach hotel that's smaller and older, but also quieter and cheaper than its neighboring properties. Set in Cancun’s Hotel Zone and on an expansive white sand beach, it’s an ideal location for tourists. The hotel is basic and does need some renovating -- anyone wanting luxury should look elsewhere -- but those looking for a bargain break on the beach may be satisfied. There are four bars and three restaurants on-site, a kids' club and playground, sports courts, and live entertainment in the evenings. Rooms are spacious and have a Mexican feel to the decor, as well as air-conditioning. There are also fees to use the Wi-Fi and the in-room safes. There are many other more modern and stylish options nearby, like the GR Caribe Deluxe by Solaris or the Sun Palace, but rates are more expensive.
The 169-room Hotel Yalmakan is a mid-range all-inclusive beach hotel that's smaller and older, but also quieter and cheaper than its neighboring properties. Set in Cancun’s Hotel Zone and on an expansive white sand beach, it’s an ideal location for tourists. The hotel is basic and does need some renovating -- anyone wanting luxury should look elsewhere -- but those looking for a bargain break on the beach may be satisfied. There are four bars and three restaurants on-site, a kids' club and playground, sports courts, and live entertainment in the evenings. Rooms are spacious and have a Mexican feel to the decor, as well as air-conditioning. There are also fees to use the Wi-Fi and the in-room safes. There are many other more modern and stylish options nearby, like the GR Caribe Deluxe by Solaris or the Sun Palace, but rates are more expensive.
The 300-room, Mexican-owned Royal Solaris is an upper-middle-range property with a ton of resort features, including a water park in the kids club. However, many guests feel the property, built in the late '80s, is in need of a facelift -- especially the guest rooms, which are a bit basic. Highlights of the hotel include the pool area complete with a swim-up bar, waterfalls, and in-water tile loungers, and small, but sufficient spa area. This resort is best-suited to families on a budget, while next-door the more upscale GR Caribe (remodeled in 2010) is better suited to couples.
The 300-room, Mexican-owned Royal Solaris is an upper-middle-range property with a ton of resort features, including a water park in the kids club. However, many guests feel the property, built in the late '80s, is in need of a facelift -- especially the guest rooms, which are a bit basic. Highlights of the hotel include the pool area complete with a swim-up bar, waterfalls, and in-water tile loungers, and small, but sufficient spa area. This resort is best-suited to families on a budget, while next-door the more upscale GR Caribe (remodeled in 2010) is better suited to couples.
The 307-room, hacienda-style Hyatt Zilara Cancun is one of the area’s top all-inclusive luxury options for adults only, situated along a pristine stretch of beach in the Hotel Zone. The stylish, colonial-inspired rooms all have balconies with phenomenal ocean views and hammocks, as well as whirlpool tubs, rainfall showers, and free daily restocked minibars. Food is excellent at the six restaurants, especially for an all-inclusive resort; the Mexican food at Maria Marie and Asian food at Asiana are particular favorites, and no reservations are required (except for the teppanyaki show and Chef's Plate). The sprawling, beachfront infinity pool is stunning, with a giant swim-up bar at its center, but there are no umbrellas and food isn’t served here. The spa and huge gym also impress, and there are plenty of fun activities, from the weekly foam parties to tequila tastings to live evening shows. The atmosphere here can be a bit lively, so couples seeking a tranquil retreat should consider the nearby Le Blanc Spa Resort, which is arguably the best adults-only all-inclusive in Cancun.
The 307-room, hacienda-style Hyatt Zilara Cancun is one of the area’s top all-inclusive luxury options for adults only, situated along a pristine stretch of beach in the Hotel Zone. The stylish, colonial-inspired rooms all have balconies with phenomenal ocean views and hammocks, as well as whirlpool tubs, rainfall showers, and free daily restocked minibars. Food is excellent at the six restaurants, especially for an all-inclusive resort; the Mexican food at Maria Marie and Asian food at Asiana are particular favorites, and no reservations are required (except for the teppanyaki show and Chef's Plate). The sprawling, beachfront infinity pool is stunning, with a giant swim-up bar at its center, but there are no umbrellas and food isn’t served here. The spa and huge gym also impress, and there are plenty of fun activities, from the weekly foam parties to tequila tastings to live evening shows. The atmosphere here can be a bit lively, so couples seeking a tranquil retreat should consider the nearby Le Blanc Spa Resort, which is arguably the best adults-only all-inclusive in Cancun.
Tucked on the less frenetic, southern end of the Hotel Zone and featuring an expansive, white-sand beach, the upscale, Sun Palace Couples-Only, All-Inclusive Resort is a top choice for those on a romantic getaway. Its 252 spacious rooms feature decadent details like private balconies, whirlpool tubs, 24-hour room service, and lots of free drinks. Guests can dine and drink at several restaurants or bars— all included, no reservations required — including an Italian restaurant, a Mexican restaurant, and a swim-up bar in one of the hotel’s three infinity pools. There’s also a spacious gym, somewhat dated spa (though the service is great), outdoor activities like beach volleyball, and nightly shows. For some couples, the laid-back, quieter vibe is ideal, but those looking for something livelier (and more risqué) with consider the tops-optional, adults-only Temptation Cancun Resort.
Tucked on the less frenetic, southern end of the Hotel Zone and featuring an expansive, white-sand beach, the upscale, Sun Palace Couples-Only, All-Inclusive Resort is a top choice for those on a romantic getaway. Its 252 spacious rooms feature decadent details like private balconies, whirlpool tubs, 24-hour room service, and lots of free drinks. Guests can dine and drink at several restaurants or bars— all included, no reservations required — including an Italian restaurant, a Mexican restaurant, and a swim-up bar in one of the hotel’s three infinity pools. There’s also a spacious gym, somewhat dated spa (though the service is great), outdoor activities like beach volleyball, and nightly shows. For some couples, the laid-back, quieter vibe is ideal, but those looking for something livelier (and more risqué) with consider the tops-optional, adults-only Temptation Cancun Resort.
Krystal Cancun's 435 rooms rise high above Punta Cancun, one of central Cancun's most picturesque viewpoints, with outlooks of both the lagoon and sparkling blue ocean. This Mexican-owned hotel is a contemporary, upper-middle-range resort with an all-inclusive option that's popular with Mexican and international guests alike. While there can be great discrepancy between the newer and older rooms (renovations are ongoing), guests can expect some great food, a social atmosphere, and a nice stretch of practically perfect beachfront. If you are looking to step it up a notch, next-door sister property Krystal Grand has non-reciprocal access to the Krystal Cancun and is a tad more upscale.
Krystal Cancun's 435 rooms rise high above Punta Cancun, one of central Cancun's most picturesque viewpoints, with outlooks of both the lagoon and sparkling blue ocean. This Mexican-owned hotel is a contemporary, upper-middle-range resort with an all-inclusive option that's popular with Mexican and international guests alike. While there can be great discrepancy between the newer and older rooms (renovations are ongoing), guests can expect some great food, a social atmosphere, and a nice stretch of practically perfect beachfront. If you are looking to step it up a notch, next-door sister property Krystal Grand has non-reciprocal access to the Krystal Cancun and is a tad more upscale.
Built to resemble a Mayan pyramid, the all-inclusive Riu Caribe is located on the north end of Cancun Island. The bright lobby is filled with natural light, jungle-like trees, and hanging vines. The 506 rooms have a beachy white-and-blue color scheme, with balconies, flat-screen TVs, and liquor dispensers. The resort features a number of pleasant bars and restaurants, three swimming pools, a nightclub, and an outdoor theater, although the height of the building casts the pools in shade in the early afternoon. While the beach is beautiful, it's on the small side, especially for the size of this property. Sun-seekers might prefer the wide stretch of white-sand beach at Grand Oasis Cancun, but they'll need to brace themselves for longer restaurant lines, especially during high season.
Built to resemble a Mayan pyramid, the all-inclusive Riu Caribe is located on the north end of Cancun Island. The bright lobby is filled with natural light, jungle-like trees, and hanging vines. The 506 rooms have a beachy white-and-blue color scheme, with balconies, flat-screen TVs, and liquor dispensers. The resort features a number of pleasant bars and restaurants, three swimming pools, a nightclub, and an outdoor theater, although the height of the building casts the pools in shade in the early afternoon. While the beach is beautiful, it's on the small side, especially for the size of this property. Sun-seekers might prefer the wide stretch of white-sand beach at Grand Oasis Cancun, but they'll need to brace themselves for longer restaurant lines, especially during high season.
The all-inclusive Riu Palace Las Americas sits on the beach 15 minutes from downtown Cancun. Colorful resort gardens are accessorized by tall fountains and palm trees, and the gigantic lobby is full of glimmering chandeliers. The decor in the common areas and in the 372 spacious suites is regal red and gold, though some guests may find the look dates. Rooms have amenities such as turndown service, minibars, lounges area with sofa, and flat-screen TVs. One great perk here is the fact that most suites have balconies with incredible ocean views. The resort has many on-site activities, including volleyball, snorkeling, and nightly live shows. This is a much quieter, calmer hotel than the typical party-hearty all-inclusive; those in want of a rowdy Cancun experience could check out the Hard Rock.
The all-inclusive Riu Palace Las Americas sits on the beach 15 minutes from downtown Cancun. Colorful resort gardens are accessorized by tall fountains and palm trees, and the gigantic lobby is full of glimmering chandeliers. The decor in the common areas and in the 372 spacious suites is regal red and gold, though some guests may find the look dates. Rooms have amenities such as turndown service, minibars, lounges area with sofa, and flat-screen TVs. One great perk here is the fact that most suites have balconies with incredible ocean views. The resort has many on-site activities, including volleyball, snorkeling, and nightly live shows. This is a much quieter, calmer hotel than the typical party-hearty all-inclusive; those in want of a rowdy Cancun experience could check out the Hard Rock.
The 285-room Beach Palace is a four-pearl all-inclusive resort that's one of Cancun's classier and more popular options, even if it doesn't quite live up to its own luxury claims. Set in the Hotel Zone, there’s plenty of white, sandy beach, epic coastal views, and plenty to do on-site. The atmosphere and decor are polished,and rooms include marble bathrooms with double whirlpool tubs plus balconies with lagoon or sea views. The large main pool has a stage for entertainment and movie nights, and kids get their own pool plus kids' and teen clubs. Other features include four restaurants, five bars, a fitness center, and a spa. Keep in mind that this is a family-friendly, and those looking for something more adult-oriented might consider the Le Blanc Spa Resort.
The 285-room Beach Palace is a four-pearl all-inclusive resort that's one of Cancun's classier and more popular options, even if it doesn't quite live up to its own luxury claims. Set in the Hotel Zone, there’s plenty of white, sandy beach, epic coastal views, and plenty to do on-site. The atmosphere and decor are polished,and rooms include marble bathrooms with double whirlpool tubs plus balconies with lagoon or sea views. The large main pool has a stage for entertainment and movie nights, and kids get their own pool plus kids' and teen clubs. Other features include four restaurants, five bars, a fitness center, and a spa. Keep in mind that this is a family-friendly, and those looking for something more adult-oriented might consider the Le Blanc Spa Resort.