As such a desirable destination, accommodation in Cancun should be booked well in advance, especially during the high season (December through mid-April). That means there is no better time than now. Whether you’re looking for an all-inclusive resort or a boutique-style hotel, by securing your reservation early, you’ll be more likely to get the room you want and a better deal on the rate.
While there is a wide range of options to suit a variety of travelers, from romantic, adults-only getaways to family-friendly properties, these are some of the very best to book now for an unforgettable vacation.
Hyatt Ziva Cancun
Why we love it: Hyatt Ziva Cancun boasts stunning, swimmable white sand beaches while surrounded by the Caribbean Sea on three sides. While it’s family-friendly, couples can enjoy their own oasis in the adults-only Turquoize Tower.
Quick Facts
- Location: Tip of the Punta Cana Peninsula in the Hotel Zone
- Distance to airport: 20 minutes (11 miles)
- Best For: Couples and families seeking an active, high-end all-inclusive
- Standout Feature: Surrounded by the sea on three sides for unparalleled views
- Price Range: (Upscale) $$$
Overview
Hyatt Ziva Cancun is an ideal choice for beach lovers, surrounded by the sea on three sides with two pristine stretches of chalk-white sands. Rent a cabana and spend the day relaxing with a breathtaking view between swimming or snorkeling in the transparent turquoise water. Take relaxation up a notch by heading to the full-service Zen Spa with a menu of pampering massages and skin treatments. There are three outdoor infinity pools, including one in the Turquoize Tower that’s adults-only and another that has a mini-water park. When it’s time to dine, there are eight restaurants serving everything from French-inspired fare to international dishes. Live entertainment and activities for kids and teens are all available too.
Key Amenities
- Direct access to white sand beaches
- 3 large infinity pools
- Zen Spa
- Teens’ lounge and kids’ club
- 8 restaurants + 9 bars/lounges
Kempinski Hotel Cancun
Why we love it: The upscale, relaxed vibe and exceptional personalized service with staff who go above and beyond, including remembering guest preferences, make Kempinski an excellent choice for non-all-inclusive tranquility and comfort. Plus, every room and suite has a private sea-view terrace or balcony.
Quick Facts
- Location: Heart of the Hotel Zone
- Distance to airport: 17 minutes (9.7 miles)
- Best For: Luxury seekers and food-focused travelers
- Standout feature: Award-winning culinary collection
- Price Range: (Upscale) $$$
Overview
Kempinski Hotel Cancun faces the clear blue waters of the Caribbean, paired with all the luxuries one would expect from a five-star hotel. It offers loungers and cabanas on its over 1,300-foot stretch of beach, along with a wide range of facilities like a Mayan-inspired spa offering treatments using indigenous ingredients, a sauna, steam rooms, and a beauty salon. Foodies are sure to be pleased with impressive dining venues like the award-winning beachfront Fantino and The Club Grill & Jazz Supper Club with a live piano jazz bar.
Key Amenities
- Private beach area with lounge service and reservable cabanas
- Two outdoor pools and an oceanfront whirlpool
- Spa and beauty salon
- Fitness center
- Six restaurants, including romantic beachfront dining
Westin Lagunamar Ocean Resort Villas & Spa
Why we love it: Ideal for those who don’t want to dine out for every meal or stay in an all-inclusive, the Westin Lagunamar offers villas with kitchenettes or full kitchens.
Quick Facts
- Location: Prime beachfront setting directly across from La Isla Mall
- Distance to airport: 21 minutes (11.3 miles)
- Best For: Independent vacationers, including families and groups of friends
- Standout Feature: Self-catering options
- Price Range: (Mid-Range) $$
Overview
The Westin Lagunamar provides direct access to a beautiful white sandy beach with umbrellas, palapas, and lounge chairs, while the huge infinity pool at its heart has one of the best swim-up bars in Cancun. There’s also a kids’ pool with a waterslide and a variety of hosted activities like beach yoga and sandcastle contests. When it comes to dining, you can make some of your own meals with villas featuring kitchenettes or full kitchens, but there are also restaurants on-site and directly across the street.
Key Amenities
- Four outdoor pools (two with swim-up bars)
- Water park, children’s pools, and a kids’ club
- Spa with a sauna and gym
- Full-service beauty salon
- Disco and themed events
Live Aqua Cancún
Why we love it: The sophisticated, adults-only vibe with tiered infinity pools overlooking the Caribbean makes Live Aqua Cancun ideal for a tranquil, romantic stay.
Quick Facts
- Location: Directly across from the La Isla Shopping Village
- Distance to airport: 19 minutes (11.5 miles)
- Best For: Romance-seekers and anyone seeking an upscale, peaceful retreat
- Standout Feature: The seven-pool aquatic complex
- Price Range: (Upscale) $$$
Overview
One of the best resorts in Mexico for couples, the adults-only Live Aqua Beach Resort is a luxury all-inclusive, providing direct access to unspoiled white sands with private cabanas. There’s a vast aquatic complex with seven pools, and a wide range of activities on offer such as yoga, dance classes, and guacamole-making workshops. Dining is impressive, with diverse venues from casual beachfront seafood and contemporary Mexican to oceanfront Mediterranean fare and a steakhouse.
Key Amenities
- Seven outdoor pools, including oceanfront infinity pools
- Direct access to a white sandy beach with shaded palapas
- Spa with a sauna, steam room, and hot and cold pools
- Diverse restaurants and 24-hour room service
- Ocean-view balcony or terrace in every room
Intercontinental Presidente Cancun Resort
Why we love it: The Intercontinental Presidente isn’t your party-heavy mega-resort. A non-all-inclusive, expect a refined, tranquil setting for enjoying silky white sands that stay cool even under the hot sun and calm, turquoise water ideal for swimming.
Quick Facts
- Location: On the beach just outside the Hotel Zone
- Distance to airport: 27 minutes (15 miles)
- Best For: Travelers of all types seeking a relaxation-focused retreat
- Setting: Prime beachfront with a wide stretch of sand and minimal seaweed
- Price Range: (Midrange) $$
Overview
The upscale InterContinental Presidente Cancun Resort is one of the largest and least crowded properties in Cancun. It’s known for its quiet setting and wide range of amenities, ideal for couples, families, and anyone seeking a non-all-inclusive resort without the party crowds. The two pools include one with a pool bar for adults and another for families, while the blissful spa has a hydrotherapy pool and a menu of facials, body treatments, and pampering massages. Guests also enjoy a beachfront bar and varied dining options, including local seafood by the beach, wood-oven pizzas, and Mediterranean and international fare. Plus, every room has a balcony facing the sea or lagoon.
Key Amenities
- 2 outdoor pools, steps from the Caribbean
- Direct access to a vast stretch of white sands
- Full-service spa/wellness area with a hydrotherapy pool
- Kids’ club with daytime activities
- Multiple dining venues serving local dishes, including fresh seafood
Secrets The Vine Cancun
Why we love it: The magnificent views of the Caribbean and Nichupté Lagoon combined with no-reservation gourmet dining and an adults-only atmosphere make Secrets The Vine a popular and sophisticated all-inclusive escape.
Quick Facts
- Location: At the heart of the Hotel Zone on a powdery white sand beach
- Distance to airport: 21 minutes (12 miles)
- Best For: Romance-seeking couples and wine enthusiasts looking for a chic all-inclusive experience
- Standout Feature: Huge 3,000-variety wine wall, sommelier-led tasting, and no-reservation gourmet dining
- Price Range: (Upscale) $$$
Overview
Secrets The Vine Cancun offers the long list of amenities the Secrets brand is known for, while set right along a pristine white sandy beach. It’s the perfect place for a mix of relaxation and activities, with water sports, dance lessons, opportunities to visit ancient Mayan ruins, and indulge in treatments at the spa. The Vine Bar is a highlight for wine lovers with fine wines from across the globe and sommelier-led tastings to get to know them. There are five à la carte gourmet restaurants, a buffet venue, a grill and a café, while live music performances, gala shows, and themed nights provide entertainment.
Key Amenities
- 2 sea-view infinity pools + the exclusive Preferred Clubs pool
- Private access to a white sand beach
- Full-service spa with a hydrotherapy area
- Cooking classes, yoga, and other activities
- Vine Bar with a 3,000-bottle wine wall and sommelier-led tastings
- Numerous gourmet restaurants ranging from Mexico to fine Italian
Le Blanc Resort Cancun
Why we love it: Stress melts away at Le Blanc, with personal butlers for every guest who will even unpack your luggage and draw an aromatherapy bath. Plus, complimentary use of the extensive spa wellness circuit is included too.
Quick Facts
- Location: In the Hotel Zone on a secluded stretch of coastline between the Caribbean and a nature preserve
- Distance to airport: 22 minutes (13 miles)
- Best For: Honeymooners and luxury-seekers looking for an adults-only all-inclusive
- Standout Feature: Exceptional personalized service and top-tier all-inclusive luxe amenities
- Price Range: (Luxury) $$$$
Overview
Le Blanc Spa Resort Cancun is in the busy Hotel Zone, but once you step inside, you’ll be in a peaceful oasis, removed from the hustle and bustle. Adults-only, many come to de-stress in a serene atmosphere while enjoying personalized butler service and ultra-luxurious all-inclusive amenities. Relax at the beach where the concierge service will provide everything you need right to your lounger or Bali bed. Or sip cocktails at a swim-up bar in one of the ocean-view infinity pools. Dining is indulgent with some of the best restaurants here, most notably the French restaurant Lumière.
Key Amenities
- Complimentary welcome bottle of wine + top-shelf liquor dispensers
- Personal butlers
- Ocean-view infinity pools with swim-up bars
- White sandy beach with Bali beds, loungers, and a concierge service
- Spa with a full hydrotherapy circuit, steam rooms, and saunas
- High-end dining, including Lumière, the signature French restaurant
Hotel Mousai Cancun All-Inclusive Adults Only
Why we love it: The intimate Hotel Mousai is an ultra-luxe adults-only all-inclusive with a stunning sea-view rooftop infinity pool and just 88 rooms, giving it a boutique feel.
Quick Facts
- Location: Just north of the Hotel Zone
- Distance to airport: 27 minutes (17 miles)
- Best For: Foodies and the design-conscious, seeking a chic social scene
- Standout Feature: Rooftop infinity pool and suites with sea-view terraces featuring jetted plunge pools
- Price Range: (Upscale) $$$
Overview
As a smaller resort, Hotel Mousai has a more intimate, personal feel while offering an ideal location a bit north of central Cancún. The Rooftop is a highlight with a panoramic view of the endless blue of the Caribbean and colorful sunsets, enjoyed while sinking into a lounger, sipping cocktails, or dining on ceviche. When you want to get more active, your butler can arrange for complimentary kayaks, paddleboards, or snorkeling gear. All suites are individually designed with curated works of art while showcasing ocean views.
Key Amenities
- Rooftop infinity pool with panoramic views and concierge service
- Direct access to the white sands of Costa Mujeres beach
- Sea-view fitness center
- Spa with hydrotherapy circuits
- Multiple dining venues plus access to restaurants at neighboring properties
