Top-10 Party Resorts in Cancun

1. DESIRE RIVIERA MAYA RESORT

Hotel feature: vacationers don't have to wear clothes in the beach, pool, and large heated Jacuzzi areas.

Opening our selection is a spicy adults-only resort located on a secluded beach in Puerto Morelos. This exclusive resort offers an unforgettable vacation with a unique atmosphere of freedom and fun. It offers a nudist beach, a large rooftop Jacuzzi, an endless variety of recreational activities, diving tours, and gourmet cuisine. A pleasant end to the day in this paradise place can be a nightclub or visit a night themed party. It works on an all-inclusive basis.

Total rooms: 114. Last renovation: 2012.

On-site facilities:

• 4 restaurants (Mexican, Asian, grill/barbecue), 4 bars.
• Spa ($), fitness center, sauna, night club, water sports.
• 1 heated outdoor pool.
• Adults Only Hotel (21+), no children allowed.

Hotel location:

The hotel is located on the Riviera Maya, next to the resort area of Cancun. Within walking distance: Puerto Morelos Beach, Petempich Cove.

• Distance to airport: 13 mi
• Distance to city center: 20,5 mi

2. HAVEN RIVIERA CANCUN

Hotel feature: entertaining programs, including a variety of tastings, culinary master classes, spa treatments.

Another chic, all-inclusive adults-only hotel that is perfect for those vacationers who like to alternate between a quiet, relaxing vacation and rowdy parties with rockin' dancing. Enjoy a great spa during the daytime, play golf, bask in the pool with beautiful ocean views or explore the surrounding area, and at night you can watch a live show or party to an invigorating DJ set. Total numbers: 333. 

On-site facilities:

• 6 restaurants (Mexican, Italian, Asian), 6 bars.
• SPA-center ($), fitness center, sauna ($), conference hall ($), tennis court, golf course ($), billiards, night club, water sports equipment ($), beach volleyball.
• 2 outdoor pools with edge bar.
• The hotel is «adults only» (18+), children are not accommodated.

Hotel location:

Located in Cancun, close to attractions and popular restaurants. Walking distance: restaurants, local stores.

• Distance to airport: 5,6 mi
• Distance to city center: 9,3 mi

3. DREAMS PLAYA MUJERES GOLF & SPA RESORT

Hotel feature: The hotel has its own interactive dolphin habitat.

This all-inclusive resort, located in front of Isla Mujeres, is ideal for those who like to make the most of their holiday: huge swimming pool, water park with water slides, beach parties, live music, beach volleyball and water sports. Dive into an atmosphere of boundless fun with Dreams Playa Mujeres! Total rooms: 502. 

On-site facilities:

• 11 restaurants (Mexican, French, American, Asian cuisine), 13 bars.
• Spa ($), fitness center, sauna ($), tennis court, business center and conference hall ($), golf course ($), karaoke, night club/DJ, diving ($), water park.
• 2 swimming pools, including children's.
• Outdoor playground, indoor play area, kids club, babysitting service ($), board games, children's animation, children's menu.

Hotel location:

The hotel is located in one of the best areas of Cancun - Playa Mujeres. Within walking distance: Mujeres beach, restaurants, local stores.

• Distance to airport: 20 mi
• Distance to city center: 10 mi

4. TEMPTATION CANCUN RESORT

Hotel feature: every year it organizes its own cruise around the Caribbean Sea.

This ultra-modern all-inclusive adults-only hotel is located on a white sandy beach near the center of Cancun. The rooms are designed in a progressive, urban style with LED lights and a sensual atmosphere. A nightclub with top DJs and creative programming, the Sexy Pool, a topless pool with the most provocative parties next to it, and the aphrodisiac restaurant She, the resort welcomes the most relaxed guests ready to have all the fun they can handle. 

Total rooms: 428. Last renovation: 2017.

On-site facilities:

• 7 restaurants (Mexican, Italian, seafood), 5 bars and a coffee shop.
• SPA-center ($), fitness center, water sports equipment ($), night club.
• 2 outdoor pools.
• Adults Only Hotel (21+), no children allowed.

Hotel location:

The resort is located in the hotel area of Cancun, a 20-minute drive from the city center, bars, restaurants and clubs. Walking distance: restaurants, Escenica Tower, Arte Art Garden, Mercado 28 market, Zoo.

• Distance to airport: 14,3 mi
• Distance to city center: 2,5 mi

5. HARD ROCK HOTEL CANCUN

Hotel feature: the hotel's rock theme - you can order a guitar in your room through the Fender Guitar menu or sign up for a music studio, which allows you and your family/company to form a rock band and even perform live in front of the resort's guests.

This unique all-inclusive resort has transformed the usual vacation into a rock star paradise with its incendiary atmosphere and themed parties. Here you can visit the museum of rock celebrities of all times, try yourself as a musician, and appreciate the delicious Mexican cuisine and quality service. The hotel provides amenities for vacationers of all types, whether they are families, couples or friends. However, such a lively noisy environment may not be suitable for families with toddlers; the resort is geared more toward older children.

Total rooms: 601. Last renovation: 2012.

On-site facilities:

• 5 restaurants (Mexican, Asian, European cuisine), 7 bars.
• SPA-center ($), fitness center, karaoke, billiards, tennis court, golf course ($).
• 1 outdoor panoramic pool, including a children's area.
• Children's club, children's pool, outdoor playground, playroom, children's menu, children's animation, babysitting service ($).

Hotel location:

The hotel is located in the hotel area on Boulevard Cuculcán, in the heart of the Punta Cancun neighborhood, known for its intense nightlife. Walking distance: restaurants, Ventura amusement park, Mayan culture museum and ruins park, golf club.

• Distance to airport: 11,2 mi
• Distance to city center: 9,3 mi

6. MOON PALACE CANCUN

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

This upscale, all-inclusive resort abounds with exhilarating energy, luxury and comfort. The remoteness from the hotel area and the virtual absence of outside activities are more than compensated for by the huge variety of leisure activities on site. From a world-class spa, to a 27-hole golf course, to all-night dancing in state-of-the-art nightclubs and action-packed water sports, the Moon Palace experience is a carefree, fun and positive experience.

Total rooms: 2433. Last renovation: 2014.

On-site facilities:

• 14 restaurants (Mexican, European, Asian cuisine), 7 bars and cafes.
• SPA-center ($), fitness center, sauna, solarium, conference hall ($), golf course ($), billiards, night club, diving ($).
• 3 outdoor pools, including one for children with water slides.
• Children's club, playroom, outdoor playground, children's animation, children's menu, babysitting service ($).

Hotel location:

The hotel is located in the southern part of Cancun, next to the highway Cancun-Chetumal. Within walking distance: practically nothing.

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

7. OCCIDENTAL TUCANCUN

Hotel feature: an exclusive concept of services and amenities Premium Level (premium level, best rooms in the hotel, free Internet, 25% discount on spa services) ($).

The four-star hotel, located on the shore of the Caribbean Sea and in the heart of the lively island, attracts a huge number of avid partygoers, because all the nightlife of the resort city is nearby: hot nightclubs, many bars and restaurants. The hotel itself also offers plenty of entertainment: relaxation in the spa, diving, hot dancing in the disco-club, swimming in the jacuzzi or a panoramic pool. The hotel is all-inclusive.

A total of 339 rooms. Last renovation: 2015.

On-site facilities:

• 4 restaurants (Mexican, Italian, international cuisine), 3 bars.
• SPA-center, fitness center, golf course ($), tennis court, billiards, table tennis, conference hall ($).
• 3 outdoor pools, one of them «adults only».
• Children's playground, children's animation, children's club, children's menu, babysitting service ($).

Hotel location:

The hotel is located in the southern part of Cancun, next to the highway Cancun-Chetumal. Within walking distance: practically nothing.

• Distance to airport: 7 mi
• Distance to city center: 14 mi

8. KRYSTAL GRAND CANCUN

Hotel feature: the hotel has its own team of professional event organizers, such as business meetings, weddings or corporate parties.

Popular among young people, just a few steps from the beach, the hotel will make your stay here very comfortable, thanks to its friendly cheerful atmosphere and attentive service of the highest level. The rich evening shows and beach parties are enough for some to stay in the hotel and for others just a warm up before diving into the nightlife of the city and visiting the famous Coco Bongo nightclub. The hotel is all-inclusive.

A total of 395 rooms. Last renovation: 2017.

On-site facilities:

• 7 restaurants (Mexican, Italian, international cuisine), 5 bars.
• Spa ($), fitness center, sauna ($), golf course ($), billiards, diving ($).
• 4 outdoor pools, including children's and «adults only».
• Playground, children's animation, children's club (3-10 years), children's menu, babysitting service ($).

Hotel location:

Located in one of the best areas of Cancun - Hotel Zone, close to attractions and popular restaurants. Walking distance: restaurants, beach Playa Forum, nightclubs, water amusement center.

• Distance to airport: 14 mi
• Distance to city center: 9 mi

9. GOLDEN PARNASSUS ALL INCLUSIVE RESORT & SPA

Hotel feature: themed dinner and party every week (free, but reservations required).

Located on an unexplored beach between the Nichupte Lagoon and the Caribbean Sea, this beautiful «adults only» hotel offers an unforgettable vacation in an atmosphere of fun and enjoyment! Here you will spend your days basking in the sun by one of the pools or jacuzzis, appreciate a variety of special adult activities including sports, hot parties and group games, and rebalance body and mind in the luxurious spa. The hotel is an all-inclusive hotel. Total rooms: 214.

On-site facilities:

• 5 restaurants (Mexican, Asian, international cuisine), 4 bars.
• SPA-center ($), fitness center, sauna, conference hall ($), tennis court, billiards, karaoke, table tennis, darts.
• 1 outdoor pool. 
• The hotel is «adults only» (18+), children are not accommodated.

Hotel location:

The hotel is located in the Zona Otelera area, close to places of interest and popular restaurants. Walking distance: restaurants, AquaWorld extreme sports center, Balenas beach, La Isla shopping center, tequila museum.

• Distance to airport: 10,5 mi
• Distance to city center: 11,1 mi

10. GRAND OASIS CANCUN

Hotel feature: the only hotel in Cancun with a casino.

If you've long dreamed of a rousing vacation in Mexico, this hotel is for you. The magnificent resort offers its guests to enjoy live shows, music festivals and amazing parties on the beach. A good location near the nightlife of Cancun allows you to fully experience the hot atmosphere of the Caribbean coast. Operates on an all-inclusive system.

Total rooms: 613. Last renovation: 2016.

On-site facilities:

• 9 restaurants (Mexican, American, Asian, Japanese), 11 bars, coffee house.
• SPA-center (), fitness center, conference hall ($), tennis court ($), water sports equipment ($), billiards, night club.
• 1 large outdoor pool with two edge bars.
• Children's playground, playroom, children's club, animation, babysitting service ($).

Hotel location:

The hotel is located on a private beach, a 15-minute drive from Soso Bongo Nightclub. Within walking distance: Museum of Mayan culture, entertainment complex Oasis Arena, Dolphin Beach.

• Distance to airport: 10,5 mi
• Distance to city center: 7,2 mi