We have created a list with the best beachfront hotels near Cancún, Mexico. Hotels with wonderful private beach, sea views and ocean views. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Emmy Cruz & Sofia Hernandez. Updated December 2023.
Boutique hotel.Delightful property. Cosy rooms.Opened October 2020. Featuring 45 rooms, SLS Cancun is located in the gated community of Novo Cancun. It boasts 250 metres of beachfront, a private beach club, an 18-hole Tom Weiskopf-designed golf course, a private marina with 175 boat slips, 4500 m2 of shopping with over 100 stores and boutiques, and a variety of restaurants and entertainment including 16 cinemas. LEYNIA Restaurant by Chef Jose Icardi is an Argentinean Grill inspired by flavors from Japan. There are tableside food and drink presentations served from roaming bicycles.Show full description
This might be the most beautiful beachfront hotel in Cancún.
Apartment hotel.Great value. Popular among families. Located in Cancún, just 700 metres from Playa Punta Nizuc, Cancun Plaza - Best Beach provides beachfront accommodation with a private beach area, an infinity pool, an open-air bath and free WiFi. With garden views, this accommodation features a patio. Some units include a terrace and/or a balcony with sea or pool views. Playa Delfines is 1.7 km from Cancun Plaza - Best Beach, while La Isla Shopping Mall is 7.7 km away. The aparthotel features family rooms and facilities for disabled guests. The units in the aparthotel are equipped with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a kitchen, a dining area, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a shower, a hair dryer and free toiletries. At the aparthotel, all units are equipped with bed linen and towels. Guests can eat in the on-site family-friendly restaurant, which is open for dinner, brunch, cocktails and high tea. Sightseeing tours are available in the surroundings. Outdoor play equipment is also available at the aparthotel, while guests can also relax in the garden. The nearest airport is Cancún International Airport, 11 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Apartment hotel.Great restaurant. Popular among women. The beach-front Nautibeach Condos is located in Isla Mujeres Island and 3 km from the local airport. It features massage service, a swimming pool and an extensive garden. The apartments offer tropical-style décor, a terrace with garden or sea views and wardrobe. Nautibeach Condos is 1 km from Discovery Dolphins and from Parque Garrafon Park. Free Wi-Fi is available. The bathrooms come with shower, and the kitchens have a stove, microwave and fridge. The on-site restaurant offers international dishes for all the guests. Other options can be reached within 900 metres. Cancun International Airport is a 1-hour ferry trip.Show full description
Close to beach front. Relaxing atmosphere. Offering a restaurant and a private beach area, Beachfront Hotel La Palapa is located in Holbox Island, and boasts a rustic-style décor. Free WiFi access is available and breakfast included. The sea views can be enjoyed from most of the rooms. At Beachfront Hotel La Palapa you will find a garden and a terrace. Each bright and light-coloured room here will provide you with air conditioning. The private bathroom also comes with a shower and the faucets are made with sea-shells. Other facilities offered at the property include a games room, a tour desk and luggage storage. An array of activities can be enjoyed on site or in the surroundings, including cycling, horse riding and fishing. The property offers free parking. Guests will have to travel from Cancun to Holbox Island by car and then by ferry. They will arrive to Chiquilá and then take a ferry to Holbox. The ride takes about 3 hours.Show full description
This small hotel has a great beach front location.
Beautiful. Comfortable beds. Set on the beautiful beach of Holbox Island, this accommodation offers privacy within a walking distance from the town centre. Palapas Del Sol features air-conditioned rooms with free Wi-Fi and a pool. Rooms at Del Sol are set in 6 beach cottages that feature local palapa architecture with palm-thatched roofs. Palapas Del Sol has an outdoor pool set on the beach sand, featuring views of the Caribbean Sea. The cottages have their own terrace with hammocks and there are mosquito nets on each window. The interiors of the rooms feature tiled floors and Mexican décor. Each comes with a private bathroom and an iPod docking station on the seating area. There is also a hammock inside each room. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are offered at Del Sol, serving traditional dishes made with local produce and organic food.Show full description
This small hotel has super comfortable beds and very cosy rooms.
Luxury Hotel.Trendy. Great location.Opened June 2021. Facing the beachfront, Casa del Jaguar Beach Hotel offers 5-star accommodation in Isla Mujeres and has an outdoor swimming pool, restaurant and bar. The accommodation offers room service, a concierge service and currency exchange for guests. At Casa del Jaguar Beach Hotel all rooms include bed linen and towels. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include El Cocal Beach, Norte Beach and Isla Mujeres Beach. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a coffee machine, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a terrace and a private bathroom with a shower. Free WiFi is accessible to all guests, while certain rooms also offer a balcony. The nearest airport is Cancún International, 34 km from Casa del Jaguar Beach Hotel, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
This luxury hotel has a great location in Isla Mujeres.
Resort.Elegant. Boasting views of the Caribbean Sea and offering endless activities, this family-friendly all-inclusive beachfront resort and spa provides personalized service, and first-class amenities, in an unrivaled location. All rooms feature large flat-screen TV with satellite programming, bathrooms with marble fixtures, and conveniences like a fully-stocked mini bar. With children and teen clubs, mini golf, 5 different dining options, on-site boutiques, 2 swimming pools and daily and nightly entertainment, there is something for everyone. Most units have a balcony or terrace. Wyndham Alltra Cancun All Inclusive Resort provides guests of all ages with fun and enjoyment. Guests at the Wyndham Alltra Cancun All Inclusive Resort can also enjoy a variety of recreational activities, including scuba diving, snorkelling and the hotel's on-site water park. Guests can also discover Cancun with hired bicycles and guided tours.Show full description
Hip. Comfortable beds. Welcome to Nomads Experience a new standard in an astonishing building which features a seaside pool-bar, sun-beds & hammocks at a white sandy beach and a cozy hangout oceanfront area where you can enjoy the sunset surrounded by people from all over the world. Don’t forget to save some energy for our social events and daily activities! Is important to let you know... we are a social & party place! We are located on the south beach of Isla Mujeres, within 10 minutes ride distance from the ferry pier. On site, we have plenty of perks to keep travelers happy, including fast free Wi-Fi, a fully equipped guest kitchen, bed linens, towels and outstanding cleanliness! While you are out exploring the city or relaxing at our “Botánico” beach club during the day, our housekeeping staff makes the daily rounds in order to have the place squeaky clean and comfortable to pamper you. Our beautiful location is surrounded by an incredible seascape views of the Cancún Bay at the Caribbean Sea. Feel like checking out the city on your own? We have the best local transport: golf carts & bicycle rentals, which can take you around the 10km island. We are walking distance from the island goddess "Ixchel", where her famous archeological area is located (southern point). We also offer activities as snorkeling, whale shark swimming (seasonly), pub crawls, paddle boards and more. Check it out our Instagram @nomadsexperience and be tuned about the activities and experiences provided. All our accommodations are air conditioned. Some of our private rooms offers amenities as bathtub, balconys, hammocks & more.Show full description
This is likely one of the coolest, most cosy and stylish hotels in Cancún! WOW!
Great value. This Cancun resort is a 3-minute drive from Pok-ta-Pok Golf course, in northern Cancún. This hotel offers an outdoor pool, children’s pool, convenience store and salon with massage services. The Beachscape Kin Ha Villas and Suites provide guests free Wi-Fi in public areas, a tour desk and a 24-hour front desk. Guests can also dine at La Palapa, a beach bar and grill. Guests can work out in the gym or use the laundry facilities. Suites come with cable TV and a private balcony. A full private bathroom, cable TV, balcony and full kitchen are also some of the features offered by these accommodations. Kin Ha Villas and Suites offers 2 on-site restaurants that include breakfast and lunch, while à la carte options are available for dinner. There is a wide range of restaurants and bars within a short walk. The hotel offers direct access to the beach, which is popular for snorkelling and swimming. The property also boasts convenience stores and spa services on site. Beachscape Kin Ha Villas is 12 miles from the Cancun Airport.Show full description
Resort.Great value. Located on a 14-mile stretch of pristine beachfront in Cancun’s hotel zone, NYX Hotel Cancun. has an infinity pool overlooking the Caribbean Sea. There is also a poolside bar, as well as a lobby bar. The surrounding beaches are popular for water sports. Some of its rooms have views of the sea or Nichupté Lagoon. All air-conditioned rooms at the NYX Hotel Cancun feature a flat-screen cable TV and a private bathroom with a hairdryer. A coffee maker and free WiFi access are also included. Bellavista Restaurant offers international options. The Chianti Restaurant offers Italian cuisine, open for dinner with prior reservation required. You can go scuba diving at the 2 coral reefs or visit ancient Mayan sites nearby. Cancun Airport is a 20-minute drive away.Show full description
Resort.Great views. Popular among couples. Nestled on the island of Isla Mujeres, across from Cancun, this luxury hotel offers relaxation, white sand beaches and luxury services just steps from Playa Norte (North Beach). Privilege Aluxes features enjoyable facilities, such as 2 outdoor swimming pools. Enjoy a selection of cocktails and tropical drinks as well as fresh seafood directly on the beach at Privilege Beach Club. Go on a whale shark tour, private sport fishing trip, lobster dinner or swim with dolphins. After a day of fun, feel pampered with a massage or body treatment at Mystique Spa. Privilege's Sabor restaurant serves gourmet international, Mexican and Italian dishes for breakfast, lunch and dinner. For Thai and Oriental dishes, visit Satay.Show full description
Resort.Highly elegant. Great views. This Kempinski Hotel Cancun features 2 outdoor swimming pools, a spa and a private beach. It offers modern rooms equipped with an iPod docking station, CD player and cable TV. Cabanas are available on the hotel’s private beach. The centre of Cancun is 18 km away. Kempinski spa and Salon offers a wide range of massage therapies, body treatments and facials. There is also a gym and tennis court. The Kempinski Hotel Cancun elegant rooms feature a mini bar and work desk. All rooms have a balcony with ocean views. The private bathroom includes a bathrobe, slippers and hairdryer. Dining options range from traditional Asian specialties at The Sushi Bar to Mediterranean cuisine at Fantino. Indoor or outdoor dining is available and cocktails are served at the Lobby Lounge. Just 20-minutes from Cancun International Airport, the Kempinski Hotel Cancun can arrange airport and area attraction transportation. Aquaworld, offering boat trips, is 2 km away.Show full description
I rate this as the most ELEGANT beachfront hotel in Cancún.
Resort. This resort is in Cancun and provides a private white sand Caribbean beach. The resort offers massage services, 3 restaurants and bars, 2 outdoor pools and a rental car desk. The InterContinental Presidente Cancun Resort, which is a beach and poolside restaurant open for lunch. The InterContinental Presidente Cancun Resort provides water sport rentals on the beach or guests can sit in one of 5 hot tubs. The InterContinental Presidente Cancun Resort rooms include flat-screen cable TV and an iPod docking station. Guests can stay cool with air conditioning and marble floors. Rooms also include WiFi access. There is another restaurant called El Caribeño and a seafront bar. El Café Urbano offers breakfast, lunch and dinner foods. The InterContinental Presidente Cancun Resort is 13 km from El Meco, Mayan ruins. The Cancun airport is 11 km from the resort. Real time Video of our Sargassum-Free Beach http://webcamsdemexico.com/webcam-cancun-playa-hotel-presidente . Show full description
Luxury Hotel.Great restaurant. Set directly on North Beach on the island of Isla Mujeres, Mexico, only 7 kilometers (4 miles) from Cancun, this hotel offers access to a variety of activities. Ixchel Beach Hotel features an outdoor pool with the Kalak snack bar and grill. Guests can spend the day at the beach, then relax with a massage. Activities such as deep sea fishing and scuba diving are available only moments from the Ixchel Beach. Guests can also go swimming with whale sharks or spend the day at the nearby Garrafon Nature Park.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Beach front location. Relaxing atmosphere.Opened February 2022. Set in Holbox Island, a few steps from Playa Holbox, Hotel Boutique Casa Muuch Holbox - Solo Adultos offers beachfront accommodation and various facilities, such as a terrace. With an outdoor swimming pool, the 4-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The accommodation offers airport transfers, while a bicycle rental service is also available. A continental breakfast is available every morning at the hotel. Punta Coco is 1.2 km from Hotel Boutique Casa Muuch Holbox - Solo Adultos.Show full description
I think this is one of the most RELAXING AND ROMANTIC boutique hotels in Cancún. It also has a highly rated breakfast and outstanding views.
Beach front location. Charming. Facing the beachfront, Zomay Beachfront Holbox offers 4-star accommodation in Holbox Island and features a garden, terrace and restaurant. A few steps from Playa Holbox and 2.2 km from Punta Coco, the property provides a private beach area, as well as a bar. At Zomay Beachfront Holbox, each room is equipped with air conditioning and a safety deposit box. The hotel offers garden views, a children's playground, and free WiFi is available. Featuring a private bathroom with a shower and free toiletries, certain rooms at the hotel also offer a balcony. Breakfast is available daily, and includes à la carte, continental and Italian options.Show full description
I think this place could be the most LIVELY small hotel in Cancún.
Resort.Popular among families. Featuring free WiFi throughout the property, The Villas at The Royal Cancun, All Suites Resort is nestled on a beach on the north shore of the Cancun Hotel Zone with views of the bay and Isla Mujeres. All suites have kitchens with refrigerators, stoves and dishwashers, a living area with a pull-down Murphy bed, a dining area and a private open-air terrace. The Villas also include two free-form pools, tennis courts, gym, beach massage service, a mini market, bicycles, sailboats, travel agency, car rental and an activities program for children and adults. Great dining options for every taste: La Palapa beachfront restaurant, The Italian Trattoria, The Italian Trattoria Sports Bar, pool bars, express take-out food counter pizza delivery and room service. Suite amenities include air-conditioning, TVs, DVD players, telephone, in-room safe, hair dryer, fridge, cooker, dishwasher, microwave, coffee maker and toaster. All the suites are Non-Smoking. There is a golf program with discounted rates at several local courses. Enjoy fine dining, activities and many other amenities with the All-Inclusive package or the European Plan (no meals included). Complimentary high speed WiFi is available for all guests. Situated in Cancún it is only 4 km from Coco Bongo. La Isla Shopping Mall is 4.3 km away. Free private parking is available on site. The nearest airport is Cancún Airport, 15 km from the property.Show full description
Luxury Hotel.Cool. Popular among women. Situated between the sparkling Caribbean Sea and the secluded Nichupte Lagoon on Cancun Island, this resort offers spectacular views and 5-star services just steps from shopping, dining and nightlife. The well appointed ocean & lagoon-view rooms, suites and luxury 3-bedroom villas are elegant with luxurious beds, spa style amenities, in-room safes, air-conditioning, coffee machines, hairdryers, iron and ironing boards, and more. Wyndham Grand Cancun All Inclusive Resort & Villas offers a zero-grade entry pool with waterfalls and a swim-up bar. Enjoy the large, 35-person spa bath that overlooks the ocean, while the kids play in the children's pool. Soak up the sun on the palm-lined beachfront, or play a game of volleyball or basketball. After a day of exploring the fascinating area or playing on the beach, relax with Wyndham Grand Cancun All Inclusive Resort & Villas spa services. Feel pampered with a massage, body treatment or nourishing facial. Then, loosen up in the steam room, workout in the fully-equipped fitness centre or get a new look in the salon.Show full description
Beach front location. Great location. Attractively located in the centre of Playa del Carmen, Playa Maya by MIJ - Beachfront Hotel features air-conditioned rooms, an outdoor swimming pool, free WiFi and a terrace. Featuring a restaurant, the property also has a bar, as well as a hot tub. Some rooms at the property have a patio with pool view. The rooms are fitted with a safety deposit box, while some rooms include a balcony and others also boast sea views. At the hotel, rooms are equipped with a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. All rooms will provide guests with a fridge. A Full English/Irish breakfast is available each morning at Playa Maya by MIJ - Beachfront Hotel. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Playa del Carmen Beach, Playacar Beach and ADO International Bus Station. The nearest airport is Cozumel International Airport, 35 km from Playa Maya by MIJ - Beachfront Hotel.Show full description
A small hidden gem is located right on the beach near the main pedestrian street. The beach area is charming, with various relaxing amenities, and many beachfront restaurants are nearby.
Great breakfast. In the heart of Cancun, a short walk from popular sites, this hotel provides free shuttle service to the beach along with on-site dining options and many modern amenities. The Adhara Hacienda Cancun is located in a residential area of Cancun. Beautiful beaches, offering a variety of leisure activities are also only a short shuttle ride away. Guests can also take advantage of the on-site fitness centre, complete with an outdoor swimming pool. Tulum Avenue, the financial district and a number of shopping centres are easily accessible. Thoughtful amenities at the Adhara Hacienda Cancun include free Wi-Fi and a gift shop. Guests at the Adhara Hacienda Cancun can also enjoy on-site dining at Adhara Grill, serving Mexican and international cuisine for breakfast, lunch and dinner.Show full description
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