Top-10 Luxury Resorts in Cancun

1. GRAND FIESTA AMERICANA CORAL BEACH CANCUN

Hotel feature: one of the best beaches in all of Cancun - located just 7 mi island Isla Mujeres blocks the high ocean waves and therefore the bathing is the safest.

The luxurious five-star all-inclusive hotel is ideal for families and couples alike, thanks to the concentration of all children's activities in the indoor areas and its good location in the heart of the Punta Cancun neighborhood, where some of the best and most famous bars and nightclubs not only in Mexico, but in all of Latin America, are located.

Total rooms: 602. Last renovation: 2017.

Included facilities:

• 7 restaurants (Mexican, European, Asian cuisine), bars and cafes.
• Spa ($), fitness center, tennis court, conference room ($).
• 2 pools with a gradual increase in depth.
• Children's club, games room, children's menu, babysitting service ($).

Hotel location:

The hotel is located in the hotel area on Boulevard Kukulcan in the heart of Punta Cancun, known for its rich nightlife. Within walking distance: restaurants, shopping malls, and nightclubs, shopping centers, dolphinarium, lighthouse, ferry pier to the island Isla Mujeres.

• Distance to airport: 14,3 mi
• Distance to city center: 5,6 mi

2. NIZUC RESORT & SPA

Hotel feature: one of the best spas in town, where you can try spa treatments based on Mayan traditions.

A sophisticated all-inclusive resort hotel with one of the best spas in all of Cancun. Suitable for both family holidays, and for holidays without children due to the impressive size (almost 12 hectares!) and competent zoning of the territory. Remoteness from the Punta Cancun neighborhood with all its parties indulges in a more peaceful pastime, and for connoisseurs of complete privacy provides accommodation in villas. The subdued lighting and understated stone and wood interiors, combining modern Mexican design with Asian minimalism, create a surprisingly relaxing effect in contrast to the bright sea, sand and sky outside.

Total rooms: 274. Last renovation: 2014.

Included facilities:

• 6 restaurants (Mexican, European, Asian cuisine), 3 bars.
• Spa ($), fitness center, conference room ($), tennis court ($).
• 2 panoramic pools, incl. one «adults only».
• Children's club, outdoor playground, children's menu ($), babysitting service ($).

Hotel location:

The hotel is located in the hotel area on Kukulkan Boulevard on the southern cape. Within walking distance: diving center, water park, dolphinarium, Ventura Park theme park, El Rey ruins park, golf course.

• Distance to airport: 6,2 mi
• Distance to city center: 14,3 mi

3. GRAND HOTEL CANCUN MANAGED BY KEMPINSKI

Hotel feature: at certain times of the year, guests can help release baby sea turtles into the ocean.

Europe's oldest luxury hotel group is known for its exceptional service and elite atmosphere. And Grand Hotel Cancun - no exception - is the perfect choice for those who are satisfied only with the highest level of luxury, exclusivity and maximum individual approach. An aura of luxury and exclusivity permeates every corner of the hotel, including all 363 numbers. But the hotel could use a renovation - the last one was done back in 2015.

Included facilities:

• 6 restaurants (Mexican, European and Asian cuisine), bars and cafes.
• Spa ($), fitness center, tennis court, conference room ($).
• 2 panoramic pools.
• Playground, children's club ($), babysitting services ($).

Hotel location:

The hotel is located in the heart of the hotel area, a little away from the main tourist artery of the city - Boulevard Cuculcán. Within walking distance: Museum of Underwater Sculptures, Museum of Mayan Culture, Ruins Park El Rey, water park, shopping center, golf club.

• Distance to airport: 11,2 mi
• Distance to city center: 8,7 mi

4. JW MARIOTT CANCUN RESORT & SPA

Hotel feature: spa treatments based on local traditional ingredients such as Stabentun (anise liqueur) and annatto extract (red seed and spice paste).

Elegant hotel, artfully combining classic interiors with tropical-style decor elements. Its diverse infrastructure, including a children's club, gourmet restaurants and a business center, make it a great option for families, couples and business groups alike. 

Total Rooms: 448. Last Renovation: 2019.

Included facilities:

• 8 restaurants (Mexican, European, Asian cuisine).
• Spa, fitness center, conference room ($), business center ($), tennis court ($), water sports equipment ($).
• 3 panoramic pools, incl. one for children and one for adults only.
• Playroom, children's club ($), babysitting services ($).

Hotel location:

The hotel is located in the center of the hotel area, on Boulevard Cuculcán. Within walking distance: Nichupte lagoon, Ventura theme park, Mayan culture museum, San Miguelito ruins park, AquaWorld extreme sports center, golf club, shopping centers.

• Distance to airport: 10,6 mi
• Distance to city center: 9,3 mi

5. MOON PALACE

Hotel feature: a 27-hole golf course designed by prominent golfer Jack Nicklaus. There is also a swimming pool where guests can swim with dolphins.

The upscale, all-inclusive resort giant is a great choice for both couples and families. Remoteness from the hotel area and the virtual absence of entertainment outside the hotel is more than made up for by a huge variety of leisure activities in the area. Here everyone will find something to their liking, whether it is active sports, relaxation in the spa or gastronomic tastings.

Total numbers: 2433. Last renovation: 2014.

Included facilities:

• 20 restaurants (Mexican, European, Asian cuisine), bars and cafes.
• Spa, fitness center, tennis court, golf course ($), equipment for recreation and water sports, business center.
• 3 outdoor pools, including 1 children with water slides.
• Children's club, mini-golf, children's pool, playground, children's playroom, children's menu, children's animation, babysitting service ($).

Hotel location:

The resort is located in the southern part of Cancun, next to the highway Cancun-Chetumal. Within walking distance: small stores and restaurants.

• Distance to airport: 6,8 mi
• Distance to city center: 14 mi

6. RIU PALACE PENINSULA

Hotel feature: dispenser with alcoholic beverages in the room; real Mayan ruins on the territory.

Modern chic and relaxed atmosphere of fun - this five-star hotel attracts those tourists who are looking for a moderate balance between complete privacy and rocking parties. Because of its location, it is almost unique in Cancun resort, with both sandy and pebbly beaches, and Mayan ruins can be seen without leaving the hotel.

Works according to the system «all-inclusive». Total numbers: 562.

Included facilities:

• 9 restaurants (Mexican, European, Asian cuisine), 7 bars.
• Spa, fitness center, diving, billiards ($), water sports equipment ($).
• 5 swimming pools, including sports, panoramic and «adults only».
• Playground, children's club, children's animation.

Hotel location:

The hotel is located in the northern part of the hotel area, on Kukulkan Boulevard. Within walking distance: Center for extreme sports, dolphinarium, ferry pier to the island of Isla Mujeres.  

• Distance to airport: 16,1 mi
• Distance to city center: 4,3 mi

7. GARZA BLANCA RESORT & SPA

Hotel feature: the main opening of the year in Cancun.

New this year, Garza Blanca Resort & Spa opened its doors to the world in February and in no time has become a popular destination for family and romantic vacations, as well as one of the leading luxury spa hotels on the entire Yucatan Peninsula. Located away from the hotel area, the resort offers a variety of leisure activities in terms of active and recreational activities, but the choice of restaurants here is small. First-class service, thoughtful design in the Art Deco style, gastronomic cuisine and facilities at the highest level - such a vacation will be unforgettable. Total 452 numbers.

Included facilities:

• 3 restaurants (Mexican, international cuisine), 2 bars.
• Spa, fitness center, equipment for water sports.
• 4 swimming pools, water park.
• Playground, animation, children's club, children's menu ($), babysitting service.

Hotel location:

Located in the northern part of Cancun, in the Punta San neighborhood. Within walking distance: El Meco ruins park, diving center, golf club, ferry dock to Isla Mujeres.

• Distance to airport: 17,4 mi
• Distance to city center: 5,6 mi

8. ZOETRY VILLA ROLANDI ISLA MUJERES CANCUN

Hotel feature: here is one of the best restaurants on the island, Casa Rolandi, famous among celebrities and dignitaries.

All-inclusive, elegant boutique hotel on the picturesque island of Isla Mujeres - just 35 rooms for those seeking an atmosphere of true luxury and privacy. The somewhat old-fashioned interiors are made up for by the exquisite gastronomic cuisine, renowned even among the UN leaders. The miniature area has everything you need for a first-class vacation, including its own beach, fitness center and spa, but the resort is almost not adapted for children.

Included facilities:

• 2 restaurants (Mexican, European cuisine), 1 bar.
• Spa, fitness center, water sports equipment ($).
• 2 panoramic pools with a gradual increase in depth.
• Children's menu. 

Hotel location:

The hotel is located in the southern part of Isla Mujeres, just 7,4 mi from Cancun. Within walking distance: national park, oceanarium, diving center.

• Distance to airport: 25,4 mi
• Distance to city center: 13,7 mi

9. SECRETS PLAYA MUJERES GOLF & SPA RESORT

Hotel feature: the hotel has its own nightclub and a golf course designed by Greg Norman.

The adults-only, all-inclusive luxury resort is the perfect choice for those who prefer to spend their vacations without children. Combining pleasure with profit, business groups often stay here, and thanks to its specialization in active and health-improving rest the hotel is also popular among couples and large companies.

Total rooms: 424. Last renovation: 2019.

Included facilities:

• 9 restaurants (Mexican, European, Asian cuisine), bars and cafes.
• Spa ($), fitness center, conference room ($), tennis court, night club, karaoke, golf course.
• 2 pools.
• The hotel is «adults only» (18+), children are not accommodated.

Hotel location:

The hotel is located in the northern part of Cancun, in the Playa Mujeres area. Within walking distance: the oceanarium, the chapel of St. José.

• Distance to airport: 20,5 mi
• Distance to city center: 8,7 mi

10. BREATHLESS RIVIERA CANCUN RESORT & SPA

Hotel feature: hotel mobile application with a program of day and evening events for the coming month (DJs, musicians, fire shows, etc.).

Another luxurious modern «adults only» hotel in our selection, this time with a more incendiary atmosphere. Daily parties, candid dancing, racy entertainment, topless pools - this resort welcomes the most relaxed guests, ready to enjoy the hot atmosphere of the Caribbean coast to the fullest.

Operates on an all-inclusive system. Total rooms: 526.

Included facilities:

• 10 restaurants (Mexican, European, Asian cuisine), 9 bars.
• Spa, fitness center, night club, karaoke, conference room, tennis court, beach volleyball court, water sports equipment ($).
• 3 pools, including 1 where topless swimming is allowed, a mega-jacuzzi for 35 people.
• The hotel is for adults only (18+), children are not accommodated.

Hotel location:

The hotel is located in the village Puerto Morelos, southern suburb Cancun. Within walking distance: snorkeling center, stores and restaurants.

• Distance to airport: 12,4 mi
• Distance to city center: 19,2 mi