Cancún is best known as the ultimate party playground for spring breakers. But on the other end of the spectrum, the resort city offers some of the best resorts and facilities for families and couples looking for a relaxing break. If you stay in the Hotel Zone of the city, you will have direct access to the beach and countless water activities such as flyboarding and snorkeling. Make your way to the unique Museo Subacuatico de Arte where you can dive amongst the artifacts or take a glass-bottom boat tour. For learning more about local history visit the Museo Maya de Cancún y Zona Arqueológica de San Miguelito. You can ride atop the Sky Wheel Cancun for panoramic views. For an exceptional getaway in Cancún, you should stay at a 5-star hotel. For great options, scroll down for the top 5-star hotels in Cancún, Mexico.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) hotel ratings, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 13, 2024.
1. SLS Cancun Hotel & Spa (from USD 309)
High prices for food and drinks, expensive wines and breakfast, but excellent quality.
Stylish and tastefully decorated hotel, amazing pool, great gym, and stunning beachfront location.
Secluded location, perfect for a relaxing vacation, with modern rooms and extremely clean facilities.
Delicious food, especially the burgers, with limited menu choices and high prices.
For a luxurious stay in Cancun, SLS Cancun Hotel & Spa is one of the top choices in the city. Designed by renowned architect Piero Lissoni, a stay at one of the hotel residences includes exclusive poolside service and access to The Beach Club, fitness center, and spa. Unwind at the Bungalow Beach Club where live DJs create the perfect relaxing vibe. For experiencing some culinary magic, head to Leynia, an Argentinian grill house inspired by the flavors of Japan.
You can make use of the complimentary bicycle rentals to explore the nearby areas or book a charter to enjoy a day at sea.
SLS Cancun
Address: Boulevard Kukulcan km 1 Zona Turistica Puerto Cancun Lote 1 02 Uc 1 Mz 27
7.66 km (4.8 mi) from Interactive Aquarium Cancún
2. Kempinski Hotel Cancún (from USD 550)
Sitting bang in the middle of Cancun Island, Kempinski Hotel Cancún is the perfect beachfront playground. Guests enjoy a 400 m (1,312.34 ft) stretch of beach with cabanas and loungers to enjoy the sun. The on-site eateries serve everything from award-winning Mediterranean dishes to the freshest seafood, with the menu and the ambiance at each of the six venues distinctly different.
Book a spa treatment at Kayantá Spa and explore Mayan therapies and healing practices using native ingredients. After a day in the sun and relaxing spa treatments, you will enjoy a blissful sleep and wake up refreshed for another day of relaxing.
Kempinski Hotel Cancún
Address: Retorno del Rey No. 36
1.8 km (1.2 mi) from Interactive Aquarium Cancún
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3. Nizuc Resort & Spa (from USD 740)
Spread across 29 ac (11.74 ha) of land, this award-winning property offers everything from romantic private dinners to cigar rolling classes. From Nizuc Beach guests can directly dive into the water for a snorkeling session, explore the coastline on kayaks, or charter a yacht for the day. Whether you wish to dine on wood-fired pizzas, local delicacies, or Asian specialties, the resort has got you covered with spectacular dining venues to choose from.
Post dinner, enjoy the intimate setting of the Havana Lounge, Terra Nostra, or the oceanfront Bar A-Kan. At night, retreat to your suites with views, or for a truly secluded experience, book a private villa. These villas are perfect for honeymooners and come with extravagant indoor and outdoor spaces, a private pool, and a garden.
Nizuc Resort & Spa
Address: Kukulcan Boulevard Km 21 Punta Nizuc
8.76 km (5.5 mi) from Interactive Aquarium Cancún
4. Hard Rock Cancun All-Inclusive Resort (from USD 548)
Enjoy the best of live entertainment, dining, cocktails, and activities at the beachfront Hard Rock Cancun. With multiple pools, including one exclusively for adults and another just for families, you will always find the perfect spot for relishing your cocktails. If you love to golf, the hotel staff can help arrange for tee times at some of Cancun’s top golf courses, including the Jack Nicklaus-designed Riviera Cancun Golf Club.
With numerous restaurants and bars and a 24-hour room service menu, your every craving will be satisfied. When you wish to step out of the resort, the dedicated staff can help arrange for a variety of tours so that you can experience the beauty of Cancun. For something exciting, you can go ziplining through the dense Mayan jungle.
Hard Rock Hotel Cancun - All Inclusive
Address: Boulevard Kukulcan Km 14.5 Hotel Zone
2.31 km (1.5 mi) from Interactive Aquarium Cancún
5. JW Marriott Cancun Resort & Spa (from USD 469)
JW Marriott Cancun Resort & Spa offers the perfect family retreat in the heart of Cancun’s Hotel Zone. With multiple beachfront pools, you can find a new poolside spot every day. When you wish to head to the beach, simply walk from the pools to the private beach. You can have a mini party in your private cabana or relax on a lounger.
With numerous on-site eateries, offering everything from Thai to Polynesian dishes, even the pickiest of eaters will find their comfort food here. And if margarita is your drink of choice, explore the various flavors at the Lobby Bar which features 150 unbelievable concoctions.
JW Marriott Cancun Resort & Spa
Address: Boulevard Kukulkan KM 14.5 Lote 40-A Hotel Zone
2.46 km (1.6 mi) from Interactive Aquarium Cancún
6. Hyatt Ziva Cancun (from USD 947)
High-end all-inclusive resort with excellent value for money.
Multiple pools, two beautiful beaches, spa, daily activities, and entertainment.
Conveniently located within walking distance to downtown with stunning ocean views.
Wide variety of restaurants offering delicious meals, with some minor room for improvement in certain cuisines.
Hyatt Ziva Cancun is a one-of-a-kind all-inclusive resort that includes a wide range of activities in addition to extravagant drinks and dishes. Teens will love spending time at @Moods Lounge and Club, where they can make new friends and play games. During the day, families can spend time by the pool and on the beach or try out the various watersports on offer. To wrap up each day, the hotel offers spectacular nightly entertainment featuring dancing, music, and acrobatics.
Guests can pick from a wide assortment of rooms, which include adults-only rooms in a new beachfront tower. Families will love staying in the premium two-bedroom suites, which include access to the exclusive Hyatt Ziva Club Lounge, a hot tub, and butler services. For a truly decadent stay, pick the Presidential Suite, spread across the entire 18th floor.
Hyatt Ziva Cancun
Address: Blvd. Kukulcan, Manzana 51 Lote 7
3.55 km (2.3 mi) from Interactive Aquarium Cancún
7. Iberostar Selection Cancún (from USD 292)
A golf course, manicured gardens, numerous pools, dive center, nightclub, and miles of sandy shoreline make this the perfect one-stop resort for your vacation in Cancun. This all-inclusive resort offers six buffet and a la restaurants and seven bars, offering guests a wide range of scrumptious cuisines and exotic drinks.
Choose from basic rooms on the lower level, or opt for sprawling villas and be guaranteed that you will have at your disposal exceptional service throughout your stay.
Iberostar Selection Cancun
Address: Boulevard Kukulcan KM.17 Zona Hotelera
4.95 km (3.1 mi) from Interactive Aquarium Cancún
8. Hotel Riu Palace Peninsula (from USD 311)
Reasonable all-inclusive pricing with a wide range of dining options.
Beachfront location with clean pools, free water activities, and 24-hour sports bar.
Convenient Zona Hotelera spot with easy access to attractions and nightlife.
Varied and delicious buffet, multiple restaurant choices, and accommodating staff.
Enjoy sun and sand at Hotel Riu Palace Peninsula during your getaway to Cancun. This all-inclusive property takes care of your food and drinks and also includes a variety of non-motorized water sports. You can have a delightful swim at one of the four pools, one of which even includes a swim-up bar. When you tire of the pools, you can simply walk into the warm waters of the Caribbean Sea.
Holidays are for relaxing, and whether it is golf or massages that you prefer, this property has got you covered. While the resort does not have its own golf course, guests here can enjoy special rates at Riviera Cancun Golf Club with certain packages.
When you wish to enjoy relaxation, make your way to Renova Spa, where you can try the unique patchouli and vanilla oil body wrap or a deep-tissue massage.
Riu Palace Peninsula - All Inclusive
Address: Blvd. Kukulcan, Km 5,5, Lote 6-C, Zona Hotelera
3.64 km (2.3 mi) from Interactive Aquarium Cancún
9. Grand Fiesta Americana Coral Beach Cancún All Inclusive Spa Resort (from USD 759)
All-inclusive deals available, but pricing could be more affordable
Spacious rooms, beautiful beach, heated pools, kids club, live music, fitness center, spa
Great location with easy access to nightlife, close to attractions like Coco Bongo, and convenient for travel
Fantastic buffet breakfast, amazing food at all restaurants, variety of dining options, all-inclusive deals
This is not your ordinary spring break resort. Here, guests are treated to a truly extraordinary stay with generous ocean-facing rooms, which offer themed meals at over eight restaurants, a complimentary mini-bar, and 24-hour room service. Whether it is a mid-week escape that you are after or a stress-free family holiday, this resort will not disappoint.
With movie nights for families, private dining for honeymooners, spa treatments for couples on a romantic break, and water sports for adventurous guests, the resort appeals to all travelers. You can spend your days swimming in the heated free-form pool, relishing delicacies and drinks on the private beach, and exploring the Cancun coastline on kayaks.
Grand Fiesta Americana Coral Beach Cancun - All Inclusive
Address: Boulevard Kukulcan Km 9.5
3.49 km (2.2 mi) from Interactive Aquarium Cancún
10. Secrets The Vine Cancun (from USD 533)
All-inclusive service, no hidden fees, preferred club privileges available.
Modern, well-kept building, multiple pools, beachfront location.
Great location in Cancun, close to the center, easy access to excursions.
Excellent buffet breakfast, diverse restaurant options, inclusive dining experiences.
This adults-only all-inclusive resort offers a truly indulgent romantic escape in Cancun. With casual and fine dining experiences and tequila shots and world-class wines, the multiple restaurants and bars at this fantastic resort offer gastronomic delights from around the world. You can swim in heated pools, enjoy beach parties, have fun at nightly live performances, and even attend a mixology class when you choose to stay at this property,
Before you return home, book a soothing treatment at Secrets Spa by Pevonia, where only award-winning Pevonia skincare products are used. The hotel can also help arrange for tours and excursions in and around Cancun for an additional cost.
Secrets The Vine Cancun - All Inclusive Adults Only
Address: Boulevard Kukulcan Km 14.5 Retorno del Rey Lote 38 & 38B
2.24 km (1.4 mi) from Interactive Aquarium Cancún
Have an indulgent vacation in Cancun
A holiday in Cancun is incomplete without a few days spent in absolute luxury doing the bare minimum. Forget cheap motels and step into unparalleled luxury when you choose one of the above top 5-star accommodations in Cancún, Mexico.
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