Bordering the Caribbean Sea, the Mexican city of Cancun is synonymous with luxurious resorts, vibrant nightlife, and breathtaking beaches. The central part of Cancun is more traditional, but full of local flavor, while Zona Hotelera offers a glimpse into the Mayan culture, as well as provides access to lots of stunning Caribbean beaches and high-rise hotels. The city is the go-to destination for couples and families looking for a relaxing vacation full of pampering and world-class services and the options are plentiful. Some of the best things to visit and do while in Cancun include a visit to Isla Blanca, wildlife watching on Isla Contoy, visiting the Mayan Museum of Cancun, as well as snorkeling to see an underwater museum. Read on as we explore some of the best luxury hotels in Cancun, Mexico.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and access to luxury services and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 08, 2024.
1. Renaissance Cancun Resort & Marina (from USD 194)
Reasonable rates with great value for money, including free water daily
Modern, spacious rooms with a fantastic gym, sauna, and outdoor jacuzzi
Conveniently located next to a mall, with easy access to shopping, restaurants, and a beach club
Delicious and extensive buffet breakfast, with a variety of options and fresh juices
The five-star Renaissance Cancun Resort & Marina has an excellent location, right next to the Marina Town Center – a large shopping center, the Puerto Cancun Golf Course, and only minutes from the downtown area. Every corner of this hotel, from the lobby and restaurant to the rooms and pool area, has been designed with great taste, using high-quality, timeless furnishings.
The Renaissance Cancun Resort & Marina boasts free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool, an on-site restaurant, a bar, and a fitness center. It is ideal for couples, as the rooms are spacious and some offer ocean, marina, or golf views. All come equipped with iPod docks, soundproofing, air conditioning, desks, flat-screen televisions, coffeemakers, and much more.
Renaissance Cancun Resort & Marina
Address: Boulevard Kukulcan Km 1.5, Zona Hotelera, Cancun 77500 Mexico
7.22 km (4.5 mi) from Interactive Aquarium Cancún
2. Casa Maraf Hotel Boutique (from USD 45)
The Casa Maraf Hotel Boutique is a five-star, adults-only hotel, ideal for couples looking for a relaxing vacation, celebrity-like pampering, and top services. The hotel is located within walking distance from the Playa Tortugas and features an outdoor pool, a garden, bar, tour desk, airport shuttle, and ticket service. The rooms are all equipped with televisions, free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, and boast seating areas and ensuite bathrooms. The rooms vary, from single and double suites to family rooms.
Casa Maraf Hotel Boutique - Adults Only
Address: 16 Quetzal
2.59 km (1.7 mi) from Interactive Aquarium Cancún
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3. Hyatt Zilara Cancun (from USD 675)
As soon as you see the breathtaking views from the all-inclusive, adults-only Hyatt Zilara hotel, you’ll understand why this is a Caribbean gem. The resort features its very own private beach overlooking the Caribbean Sea, a variety of dining options, a spa and fitness center, a bar, and several outdoor pools.
The long list of activities and entertainment options the resort offers will keep you excited and guarantee you an unforgettable stay, whether you decide to take an introductory scuba diving lesson or choose a wine tasting class. The hotel rooms are bright and spacious and feature ensuite bathrooms, hot tubs, minibars, satellite televisions, seating areas, and private outdoor areas.
Hyatt Zilara Cancun - All Inclusive - Adults Only
Address: Blvd Kukulkan Km. 11.5 Zona Hotelera
1.34 km (0.9 mi) from Interactive Aquarium Cancún
4. Grand Fiesta Americana Coral Beach Cancun (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
The five-star Grand Fiesta Americana Coral Beach Cancun is a beachfront resort, especially preferred by couples, but also ideal for families, as they feature several family suite options. The resort boasts a swimming pool, six on-site restaurants, a bar, free Wi-Fi, a gym, and a full-service spa that offers beauty services, body treatments, and hydrotherapy. Each of the hotel suites here includes ocean views, a private balcony, a seating area, a minibar, bathrobes and slippers, cable television, a wardrobe, a desk, and a coffee machine.
Grand Fiesta Americana Coral Beach Cancun - All Inclusive
Address: Boulevard Kukulcan Km 9.5
3.49 km (2.2 mi) from Interactive Aquarium Cancún
5. Panama Jack Resorts Cancun (from USD 379)
Steps from the turquoise waters of the Caribbean, the Panama Jack Resorts Cancun offers its guests exquisite services and amenities, for a proper five-star experience. This party hotel in Cancun boasts world-class amenities and facilities, personalized services, and a stunning location. Every room has a large-screen television, an ensuite marble bathroom with a hairdryer and complimentary toiletries, a fully stocked minibar, a coffeemaker, air conditioning, and a safety deposit box.
For guests’ entertainment, there are two swimming pools, several dining options, mini-golf, and an on-site water park. Kids can join the children and teen clubs, while adults can try snorkeling, scuba diving, or they can all go on guided tours together.
Wyndham Alltra Cancun All Inclusive Resort
Address: Boulevard Kulkulkan Km 11.5
1.55 km (1.0 mi) from Interactive Aquarium Cancún
6. 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.
The all-inclusive, adults-only Vine Cancun Resort and Spa stands tall on Kukulkan Boulevard, overlooking the crystal-clear Caribbean Sea and Nichupte Lagoon. The elegant and stylish hotel has three outdoor pools, a spa with a sauna and steam room, a gym, a beauty salon, and six on-site restaurants.
Each room is air-conditioned, boasts complimentary Wi-Fi, an interactive tablet, a flat-screen television, modern furnishings, and a balcony with a seating area. Other in-room amenities and facilities include a laptop safe, ironing facilities, a telephone, hairdryer, complimentary toiletries, bathrobes, and slippers.
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
7. Melody Maker Cancun (from USD 275)
Melody Maker Cancun is one of the top picks in Cancun, where guests come for the pool area, friendly staff, world-class services, and an overall great experience. The hotel is located in Zona Hotelera, within walking distance from La Isla Shopping Mall, and features a spa center, a 24-hour front desk, a pet-friendly policy, family rooms, and an outdoor pool. Rooms come with room service, complimentary Wi-Fi, buffet breakfast, a private bathroom with free toiletries and a hairdryer, a seating area, a coffeemaker, and satellite television.
Armar House, All-Inclusive
Address: Boulevard Kukulkan km 12,
641 meters (0.4 ft) from Interactive Aquarium Cancún
8. Grand Oasis Cancun (from USD 248)
Reasonable pricing for a vast resort with all-inclusive options, but additional charges for certain amenities and services.
Extensive facilities including beach clubs, clean swimming pools, nightly shows, and a mobile app for easy access to information and activities.
Great location with easy beach access and plenty of nearby attractions and activities.
Mixed reviews on food quality with some standout restaurants and a variety of options, but complaints about slow service, limited variety, and poor drink quality.
The five-star, all-inclusive Grand Oasis Cancun is set right on Kukulcan Boulevard, offering its guests a beachfront location and stunning vistas. The resort features a spa, a 9-hole golf course, an outdoor pool surrounded by tropical gardens, tennis courts, 18 restaurants, and 20 bars and nightclubs.
Each room at Grand Oasis Cancun boasts garden or sea views, a minibar, free Wi-Fi, satellite television, air conditioning, a safety deposit box, an iPod dock, radio, and alarm clock. Throughout their stay, guests will get to enjoy all kinds of live shows and entertainment, while those traveling with kids can enjoy several promotions and gratuities.
Grand Oasis Cancun - All Inclusive
Address: Boulevard Kukulcan Km 16.5 Lote 45 46 y 47 Zona Hotelera
3.77 km (2.4 mi) from Interactive Aquarium Cancún
9. Sandos Cancun Lifestyle Resort (from USD 337)
Great cost-benefit ratio, all-inclusive option, competitive pricing
Clean and well-maintained property, three pools, beach access, spacious rooms
Convenient location, right on the beach, close to shopping and downtown entertainment district
Good variety of restaurants, delicious food, all-inclusive drinks, room service available
The beachfront Sandos Cancun Lifestyle Resort sits on one of Cancun’s most beautiful beaches, offering its guests stunning vistas of the Caribbean Sea and Laguna Nichupte to match their exquisite services and world-class amenities. On-site, guests will find four gourmet restaurants, a stunning oceanfront three-tier infinity pool, a luxurious spa with Swiss showers, a waterfall hot tub, and a fitness center.
Each room features a balcony, a seating area, flat-screen television, safety deposit box, free minibar, an ensuite marble bathroom with a walk-in shower, complimentary toiletries, bathrobes, and slippers. All rooms are air-conditioned and come with free Wi-Fi.
Sandos Cancun All Inclusive
Address: Retorno del Rey Mza 53 Lote 37 1 Sec A Km 14
2.1 km (1.3 mi) from Interactive Aquarium Cancún
10. 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.
Another Hyatt masterpiece, the Hyatt Ziva Cancun is a five-star, beachfront hotel and resort, offering guests stunning beachfront amenities and easy access to the turquoise Caribbean waters and Cancun’s white-sand beaches. Each room at the Hyatt Ziva Cancun boasts comfortable beds, an ensuite bathroom with bathrobes, slippers, complimentary toiletries, a shower, flat-screen television, minibar, and a coffeemaker.
Throughout their stay, guests can enjoy different types of activities and events on-site, including theater shows and tequila tastings, or they can relax in a beach cabana, sip margaritas, and soak up the sun. The hotel features three cascading infinity pools, a pool bar, and butler service, as well as luxury spa services, including holistic body treatments, hydrotherapy, and massages.
Hyatt Ziva Cancun
Address: Blvd. Kukulcan, Manzana 51 Lote 7
3.55 km (2.3 mi) from Interactive Aquarium Cancún
Cancun, Mexico—Home to world-class luxury and breathtaking Caribbean vistas
Nothing says Cancun better than these five-star hotels that will pamper their guests and meet their needs, down to the very last detail. From infinity pools overlooking the turquoise water and gourmet restaurants to full-service spa centers and in-room luxury, you’ll find it all in the Zona Hotelera of Cancun. Check out our list of the best luxury hotels in Cancun, Mexico, and start planning an unforgettable vacation.
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