Coast of Mexico. Resorts and beaches of Mexico: description, impressions, photos

Mexico attracts vacationers with its interesting culture, history, architecture and cuisine, but most tourists come to this country for its magnificent beaches. Most beaches on the Caribbean coast are protected by reefs (Cancun and Riviera Maya). The Pacific coast of Mexico is known for its good surfing spots. One way or another, they are all attractive, and relaxing on them is the dream of many. Another Mexican feature is the opportunity to relax on the beach and visit ancient ruins. Remnants of indigenous Mexican history and stunning beaches are best combined with Tulum, an ancient Mayan city on the Caribbean coast. In accordance with Mexican law, all beaches are publicly owned and hotels do not have the right to prohibit outsiders from relaxing by the sea. But the reality is that private hotels are trying in every possible way to get rid of local residents and outside visitors.

Beaches of Riviera Maya

Maroma Beach. The Mexican coast of the Yucatan Peninsula, from Cancun to the Belize border, has many white sandy beaches with turquoise water. But among them, Maroma stands out the most. Playa Maroma often appears on lists of the most beautiful beaches in the world. Tens of hectares of jungle on the Caribbean coast separate it from the “hustle and bustle” of Cancun and the Riviera Maya. Soft white sand, crystal turquoise waters, warm water and calm waves, no pebbles, shells or seaweed washed ashore. You can walk for kilometers in both directions and hardly see anyone.

This pristine beach in Mexico is home to Secrets Maroma Resorts. 12 swimming pools, 7 restaurants and 8 bars of the 412-room upscale resort will satisfy all culinary desires and guarantee a wonderful holiday. Maroma Beach is 48 km from Cancun and approximately 24 km from Playa del Carmen. Address: Carretera Federal Cancun - Puerto Juarez | Km 306.5 S/N Punta Maroma, Playa del Carmen CP 77710, Mexico, resort website www.secretsresorts.com

Akumal. Akumal has two beaches: one in Half Moon Bay, the other, one of the best beaches in Mexico, in Akumal Bay. A beach with turquoise water, almost complete absence of waves and a rich underwater world. Akumal means "place of turtles" in the May language. The beautiful beach is most attractive for the opportunity to swim with green turtles. Rent masks and snorkels and swim with turtles on this beautiful beach. Read Akumal's article for more details.

Beaches of Sian Ka'an Biosphere Reserve(Sian Kaan Biosphere beaches). The beaches of the Sian Ka'an Biosphere Reserve are an extension of the beaches of Tulum and stretch further south to Punta Allen. Some of them are dangerous to swim due to high waves, others are protected by coastal reefs. Beaches stretch on one side, vast mangroves on the other. Get here from Tulum along the Boca Paila road, entering through a checkpoint 6 km south of the famous Mayan ruins. The road ends at Punta Allen. There is practically nothing here, so take everything you need for the day (water, food, sunglasses) and be surrounded by silence, beautiful nature and stunning white beaches.

Boca Paila Beach(Playa Boca Paila). Blessed with the romance of a tropical idyll, Boca Paila Beach (known locally as "Playa El Encanto") is reminiscent of the Riviera Maya 20 years ago, when tourism first took off. The beach stretches for kilometers in both directions; vacationers can walk for hours along the shore without ever seeing anyone like them. The beach is located within the Sian Ka'an Biosphere Reserve south of Tulum (about 2.5 hours by car from Cancun).

Puerto Morelos(Puerto Morelos). This fishing village is located 30 km south of Cancun and 30 km north of Playa del Carmen. Puerto Morelos boasts one of the best stretches of pristine beaches in the Riviera Maya. Small boats along the coast periodically take divers to nearby reefs to discover the beauty of the coral formations and the richness of the underwater world.

The beach in Puerto Morelos is wide, sandy and not crowded with many vacationers. This is an ideal place for swimming in clear and calm waters. Reefs are located at a distance of about 500 meters from the coast, protecting the coast from storms and large waves. No other reef along the coast of Quintana Roo is so close to the shore. In 1998, the reefs in the Puerto Morelos area were declared part of the National Marine Park. Restrictions on fishing and boating have made this coastline the most pristine coral stretch of the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef. Read the article for more details

In which vacationers will find gorgeous sandy beaches, unusual vibrant cities and mysterious pyramids. Mexican resorts can be chosen to suit any, even the most demanding taste.

Many people, coming here for the first time, cannot get rid of the feeling that they have already been here. And this is not surprising. After all, many have seen numerous commercials that were filmed in these heavenly places. Coconut palms, clean and warm sea water, snow-white sand and gentle sun - all this can be found on the coasts of Mexico.

Why do many people choose to vacation in Mexico?

Mexico is a paradise on Earth, where first-class resorts, tropical nature and five-star hotels are concentrated in a small area of the planet. Every year a huge number of tourists choose this country as their holiday destination.

Mexico is a vacation on the best coasts of the Riviera Maya and Cancun, these are monuments of ancient civilizations, this is diving and fishing, tequila, surfing, disco, Mexican cuisine. This is the whole of Mexico, where smells, tastes, colors - everything is bright, juicy and clean. Just have time to enjoy it.

It is a country with a colorful mixture of three cultures: Caribbean, Indian and Spanish. Mexico attracts tourists with its interesting culture, history, exotic cuisine, and amazing architecture. But most tourists come here because of the amazing coastline.

General characteristics of the beaches of Mexico

According to Mexican law, all beaches are state property, therefore they are public.

Such attractions of the country are divided into two large groups: the Caribbean coast and the Pacific coast.

The beaches of the Caribbean coast are known for their white sand and warm sea. Most of them are protected by reefs. This is Cancun.

The beaches of the Pacific coast are famous for surfing enthusiasts. In addition, they amaze with the beauty of their waters and huge waves.

The flavor of Mexico is the opportunity to combine relaxation on the beach and excursions to the ruins of ancient Indian cities. For example, the resort of Tulum combines precisely these unique features. Not far from it is the famous resort complex which is considered the center of the Mayan Riviera.

Close to the Riviera is the world famous resort of Cancun, which offers nightlife, hotels and beautiful beaches. Next to this resort is the Island of Women, which is shrouded in romantic legends and traditions.

Those who like a secluded, relaxing holiday will enjoy the beaches of the Pacific coast: Punta de Mita, Los Cabos, Huatulco, Costa Alegre. There are also places for surfing lovers: Puerto Escondido and Oaxaca. And of course, the pearl of the Pacific coast is Acapulco, the most visited resort in the country.

All beaches in Mexico are free, public, and sandy. On the territory of any of them there are numerous cafes and restaurants that offer to taste unique Mexican dishes with an abundance of hot chili peppers and local spices.

The main component of all the coasts of Mexico is the safety of swimmers. Many of them are located in the open sea, and this creates the danger of underwater currents. There is a system for alerting vacationers about weather conditions:

a black or red flag means danger, you cannot swim with them;
yellow flag - indicates changing weather conditions, caution must be exercised;
green - normal conditions, swimming is allowed;
white - excellent conditions, you can engage in any kind of water activities.

According to vacationers and tourists who leave reviews on the Internet, the best beaches in Mexico are: Cancun, Acapulco, Los Cabos, Cozumel, Riviera Maya beaches, Hidden Beach, Puerto Vallarta beaches.

Cancun

The most popular resort in Mexico, which is one of the ten most popular resorts in the world. It is located on the Yucatan Peninsula on a sandy spit and is famous for its white sandy beaches, clear sea water and tropical exotic plants.

The resort is dotted with first-class hotels and hotels. The recreational season here is year-round; the temperature difference between winter and summer is only a few degrees.

Cancun consists of two parts: the city center and the hotel area. Local residents live in the center; the hotel area is built only for vacationers and tourists. There are more than 50 five-star hotels in the area. Fitness centers and sports complexes, nightclubs and discos, as well as other entertainment facilities in the resort area are also built here.

The sand spit on which Cancun is located is divided into two components: short and long. The sea in the first part is calm and quiet. The coast of the long part of the spit is not protected from the ocean. That's why there are waves here all year round.

Acapulco

Another world famous resort in Mexico is Acapulco. It was at this resort that a huge number of beach series and romantic commercials were filmed and are being filmed. Acapulco is located near the capital of Mexico. Therefore, this resort is considered purely Mexican. A mild warm climate, sandy beaches, clear lagoon waters - this is all the resort of Acapulco. The bay is one of the most beautiful bays in the world.

In addition, Acapulco is a city with a long history. In 1530, Spanish ships were built here. Acapulco in the 16th century was the second important port of the newly discovered territory.

Acapulco and Cancun are the oldest resorts in the country. But the Acapulco resort gained worldwide fame only in the early 60s, when Hollywood stars began to visit Mexican beaches. This is the favorite resort of Robert de Niro and Madonna. It was the favorite vacation spot of Marilyn Monroe and other celebrities.

Acapulco is a night resort. Nights of carnivals and entertainment that last until dawn. But besides such life, the resort is known for a huge number of small beaches, often with isolated bays and hidden shores, where you can swim in privacy in silence, far from the bustle of large cities.

Los Cabos

Los Cabos is an elite young and expensive resort in the country. Mostly wealthy Americans come here to vacation. There are practically no local residents here. Los Cabos is famous for its snow-white hotels, exotic nature, fishing and diving.

Elite golf courses are equipped here, desert safaris are organized in jeeps, and you can engage in any kind of water sports. In addition, there are unique sand and coral reefs. At any hotel you can buy a tour for first-class sea fishing: sailfish, marlin, black perch. From January to April, you can watch whales coming into the bay from the shore.

Cozumel

The largest coral island in Mexico. Almost the entire territory of the island is a national reserve. The resort is unique in that the entire island is buried in the jungle, there are a lot of fishing huts on the beach, and the ruins of the Mayan civilization have been preserved.

The resort is also famous for its underwater world. This is one of the largest coral reefs (its length under water is about 700 kilometers), second in size only to the Great Coral Reef of Australia. This resort is very popular among divers, both professional and amateur. In addition, the best and most dangerous diving sites in the world are located here - the many kilometers of underwater caves of Santa Rosa and Punta Sur.

The underwater world of the resort includes about 700 species of reptiles, 220 species of amphibians, 200 species of tropical fish. At depth, divers can fully enjoy the beauty of the landscapes and test themselves from a professional point of view.

Beaches of Riviera Maya

There are 6 beaches on the Riviera Maya coast. Each of them has its own zest and its own unusual flavor: Maroma, Akumal, Tulum, Sian Kaan, Boca Paila, Puerto Morelos.

Maroma is a beach on the Yucatan coast, from the border with Belize to the resort of Cancun. Turquoise water and sandy white beaches, calm warm sea water, hectares of jungle. This is the most beautiful resort in the world.

Akamul has two beaches: one in Half Moon Bay, the second in Akumal Bay. Coast with turquoise water, very calm water, but with a rich underwater world. The resort attracts with the opportunity to swim with turtles.

Tulum - snow-white sand, ruins of Mayan fortifications, turquoise water - one of the best beaches in Mexico. Here you can easily combine swimming and sunbathing on the coast with a visit to the ruins of an ancient settlement.

Sian Ka'an is a biosphere reserve beach. It is a continuation of the Tulum resort complex. The coastline is lined with mangroves. Suitable for secluded relaxation and communication with nature.

Boca Paila is one of Mexico's romantic beaches, where a tropical idyll combines with sea beauty. Not far from the coast is the Boca Pile cottage - one of the best for fishing. In addition, it provides first-class services and comfortable rooms.

Puerto Morelos is a fishing village. Famous for its secluded beach. It is very wide, not crowded with vacationers. An ideal place to relax and swim in clean, clear, calm water. Favorite place for divers. The reefs are 500 meters away from the shore. Local fishermen bring lovers of the underwater depths to the reefs.

Hidden Beach

Off the coast of a small island in the Pacific Ocean is

It is located inside the rocks of one of the islands of the Marieta archipelago and resembles a large pool carved into an open-topped cave. It is called “hidden” because the rock walls block the beach from the outside world.

It's perfect for lovers and was originally called the "Beach of Love" in Mexico. This unique place has become famous throughout the world thanks to the Internet.

The imagination and richness of the underwater world amazes. More than a hundred species of fish live here. You can meet stingrays, sea turtles, octopuses, dolphins, and humpback whales.

The easiest way to get to Marieta Island and Mexico's Hidden Beach is to join a tour. This is a boat trip along the Marieta Archipelago, which includes a visit to the romantic seaside.

Beaches of Puerto Vallarta, Mexico

Puerto Vallarta is a resort city located on the coast of Banderas Bay. The city was founded in 1851. Today, its ancient buildings harmoniously coexist with modern, ultra-fashionable hotels.

The resort is very popular among lovers of diving, water sports, fishing and windsurfing.

There are about ten beaches along the coast of Puerto Vallarta. The most popular of them are Destiladeras and La Manzanilla. They are famous for their large number of vacationers and developed tourist infrastructure. But the most popular is Los Muertos Beach. It is the largest in the resort and is located near the old town.

The Internet is replete with numerous reviews about the beaches of Mexico. Tourists who have visited this country note that all the vacation spots are very picturesque, the water is clean and transparent. There is also the opportunity to combine a beach holiday with a cultural one. In addition, this is a paradise for divers.

All the resorts of Mexico with their history, ancient ruins, exotic gastronomy, vibrant nightlife, as well as the quiet romantic coasts and lagoons, attract millions of tourists here every year. Mexico is ideal for a romantic honeymoon or holiday with children, or simply for an unforgettable vacation alone.

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Beaches 1-9 km differ significantly from each other. More or less good sea starts from 4.5 km. It gets really good at 8 km.
A distinctive feature of these beaches is that there are no waves on them, the water is calm, with virtually no current, so this part of the coast is “covered” by the Island of Women. They are suitable for a relaxing family holiday and holidays with children. There are many places where it is very shallow. For those who want a drive, it will most likely be boring here.
The best, in my opinion, beach in Cancun for 1-9 km is Caracol.
In order to eat, you will most likely have to go out onto the road, since shops and cafe-restaurants are located along Kukulkan Boulevard. Finding something like this on the beach is a big problem. Throughout all the kilometers there are only a few places (for example, a patch between the beaches of Pes Valador and Tortuga) where you can have lunch or just have a snack. Due to the almost complete absence of shops, you will definitely have to take water with you, otherwise you risk “dying of thirst.”
Don't forget about sunscreen! Walking along the beaches, it may seem that it is not very hot, since a pleasant breeze from the sea constantly blows. This feeling is deceptive: the sun is very persistent, plus it reflects well from the white sand - you can get burned and not notice.
Masks and tubes are unlikely to be useful. There is nothing to see in the sea. Of the living creatures, only a couple of small schools of fish were seen and that was all.
In some places it is problematic to get to the beaches from Kukulkan Boulevard - almost all hotels do not allow entry (they ask to show the bracelets and, seeing that they are not there, they offer to go to the exit). If you slip through, it will most likely be by accident and due to an oversight of the staff. You can get to the beaches along public paths, which are not as common as we would like.
If you see flags on the beach, know:
- green - you can safely swim
- yellow - you can swim, but with caution
- red - swimming is prohibited

Bored without waves? Then welcome to the “fun” beaches of Cancun with waves!

In general, if you are in Cancun or going there, I recommend walking along the beaches yourself, seeing them and comparing them. Even if you don’t like some of them, this will be your personal opinion and impression, which may differ from ours.

Enjoy your swims on the beaches of Cancun, dear readers!

How to get to Cancun beaches from the city

City buses run from the city of Cancun to the Hotelera zone; you will recognize them by the large inscription HOTELES or PLAYAS. Buses also have an even larger letter R, followed by a route number, for example R-2 (we rode this bus). The fare costs 9.50 pesos, regardless of the distance you plan to travel. The driver stops only upon request or at stops where there are many people standing. So if you want to go out in a certain meta, press the button with the bell, which you will find on the handrail.

There are also gazelle minibuses with the same letters R. They follow the bus routes.

If you don’t like public transport, you can always use a taxi, whatever, and Cancun has plenty of this goodness. Just be prepared that they will quote you an initially inflated tourist price for travel.

How to navigate between beaches

You can move between the beaches on foot, if you want to take a walk, or on the same buses, code-named R. Just go out onto the road, as soon as you see the bus approaching, wave to it, it stops and takes you wherever you want (within the route, of course ). Even for covering a distance of 100 meters you will have to pay the same 9.50 pesos

Where we lived in Cancun

About where we lived in city of Cancun, I wrote in detail in an article about Cancun City. In short, we rented an apartment through Airbnb, here is a direct link to our apartment →

Map with Cancun beaches

List of Cancun beaches (1-9 km) marked on the map

Las Perlas Beach
Playa Juventud Beach
Linda Beach
Langosta Beach
Playa Pez Volador Beach
Tortuga Beach
Playa Caracol Beach
Punta Cancun
Ferries to Isla Mujeres

Many tourists, having arrived at one of the many resorts in Mexico for the first time, they can’t get rid of the feeling that they have already been here. This is no wonder, each of us has seen these same resorts in commercials for one or another product related to the paradise islands. Snow-white sand, coconut palms, gentle sun and clear sea water, the usual attributes of a paradise, you can find all this on beaches of mexico. Mexican coast, it's continuous paradise land, replete with first-class resorts, five-star hotels and tropical nature. Every year, millions of tourists choose their holiday destination Mexico.

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Cancun is one of the best resorts in the world

Cancun- the most popular and visited resort in Mexico. Located on a peninsula Yucatan(Yucatan), on a long 25-kilometer sand spit, washed on one side by the Caribbean Sea, with another lagoon formed by the spit. The resort is famous for its paradisiacal landscapes, white sands, tropical plants and transparent sea waves. Having visited the beaches Cancun, you will no longer be able to forget these pleasant memories, leaving only positive impressions about the resort. It’s not for nothing that this resort in Mexico is one of the ten most popular vacation spots in the whole world and has an unofficial name among beach lovers "Mexican Miami".

Bird's-eye Cancun resembles a huge number seven, dotted with first-class hotels and hotel complexes. The spit on which the resort is located, 30 km long and only 400 m wide, is divided into short and long parts. The sea in the “short part” of the resort is quiet and calm, protected from the open ocean by an island Isla Mujeres(Isla Mujeres). The upper part of the braid, by the way, is called Bay of Women or Silver sands. As for the "long part" Cancun, here the coast is not protected from the open ocean, so this side is tormented all year round by waves that freely come from deep water.

Climate Cancun remains unchanged all year round with a difference in temperature between winter and summer of only a few degrees, which makes it attractive to tourists in any period. Territory Cancun is divided into two zones, the first is the city center (Downtown), the second is the hotel zone (Hotel zone). In the center Cancun Mostly local residents live, the hotel area is intended only for tourists, and for service personnel. At the disposal of holidaymakers in hotel zone More than 50 five-star hotels, hotel complexes, sports and fitness centers, discos and nightclubs, as well as many other entertainments in the resort area have been built.

Acapulco - celebrity resort

World famous resort Acapulco, a place for filming beach series and romantic stories. The promised land for both foreign tourists and Mexicans themselves. Due to its close location to Mexico's capital, Mexico City, Acapulco is considered a purely Mexican resort (more than 80% of vacationers are Mexicans). As on the entire coast, the climate of the resort is constant throughout the year, and the white sand and clear lagoons make the resort truly a paradise. Acapulco Bay belong to the four most beautiful bays in the world.

Acapulco- a city with a long history. As early as 1530, Spanish ships were being built in the settlement that would become modern Acapulco. Thanks to 16th century trade Acapulco was the second most important port of New Spain. Along with Cancun, Acapulco is one of the oldest and most famous seaside resorts in the country. But it gained worldwide fame only in the 60s, when Hollywood celebrities began to visit local beaches to escape the hustle and bustle of big cities. Acapulco was a favorite place of such stars as Marilyn Monroe, Robert de Niro, Madonna and many other celebrities from sunny Hollywood.

Real life in Acapulco starts at night. The night literally turns the resort into another, completely unknown world. A night of carnivals and entertainment, a night of fulfillment of all, even the most secret, wishes. Night in Acapulco seethes with life until dawn. Incendiary dancing until the morning, carnival outfits, large sombreros - this is the spirit night Acapulco. But besides the noisy nightlife Acapulco It is also known for its many small resorts, often with isolated shores and hidden coves, where the traveler can relax and swim in peace and quiet, far from the bustle and intrusiveness of the large beaches.

Los Cabos is an expensive pleasure

Elite resort Los Cabos located on a 40-kilometer sea zone between cities San Jose del Cabo And San Lucas. Los Cabos This is a fairly young, expensive and prestigious resort. Relax on Los Cabos Mostly wealthy Americans come (90% of vacationers are Americans). You practically won't find Mexicans here. The resort is famous for its snow-white hotels, immersed in exotic nature, first-class service, views of the water surface and, of course, excellent opportunities for fishing and diving.

Climate Los Cabos compares favorably with the climate in other resorts in Mexico; here, on average, there can be up to 10 rainy days per year, while in other resorts, for example in Cancun, the rainy season can last for months. If we compare prices for services between these resorts, then the prices Los Cabos 15-20% higher. Los Cabos to this day remains the most expensive resort in Mexico. Exactly on Los Cabos There is a network of such world hotels as Intercontinental, Hilton, Sheraton, Melia and other famous hotel complexes.

It offers holidaymakers Los Cabos features elite golf courses, desert jeep safaris, all types of water sports, as well as unique underwater "sand waterfalls" and coral reefs. It is worth special mentioning the possibilities of first-class sea fishing for marlin, sailfish, black perch, etc. Moreover, every year from January to April in the coastal waters of the resort Los Cabos whales come in and can be seen from the shore, boats or even planes! Appreciating all the delights Los Cabos, you know, it's worth it.

Cozumel is a real paradise for divers

The largest inhabited coral island in Mexico and undoubtedly one of the most attractive resorts in the Caribbean, Cozumel, located twenty kilometers east of the peninsula Yucatan. The length of the island Cozumel reaches 53 km and a width of up to 15 km. Almost the entire territory Cozumel is the territory of a national park (only 3% of the island is not protected). A paradise island buried in the jungle, fishing huts on the seashore, ancient ruins of the Mayan civilization - this is it Cozumel island.

Cozumel, first of all, is famous throughout the world for its underwater world. World's second largest coral reef Cozumel, after Australia's Great Barrier Reef, stretches underwater for more than 700 kilometers. The latter fact makes the island especially attractive to millions of diving tourists, both professionally and at an amateur level. Many kilometers of underwater caves Punta Sur And Santa Rosa, (still not fully explored), are considered the best, as well as the most dangerous, diving sites in the whole world.

Plunging into the underwater world Cozumel, a diver may encounter a piece of the planet that has never been seen or explored until now. Coral reef water Cozumel it is perfectly transparent, and the fauna includes more than 700 species of reptiles, 219 species of amphibians, 250 species of fish. Coral tunnels create entire worlds of underwater labyrinths, in which even a professional diver will find it difficult to navigate, not to mention amateur divers. At the depths Cozumel Adventure seekers will be able to fully fill their cup of adrenaline and thrills.

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> Travel tips for Mexico

Mexico- the country is certainly interesting for all categories of tourists. When traveling to Mexico, you can combine educational tourism with beach tourism, if desired.
it is possible to see two great oceans in one trip - the Pacific and the Atlantic.

Most Russians who love to travel have discovered the pyramids of Egypt, and now they can compare them with the superbly preserved Mayan pyramids.
In addition, in 2011, a simplified regime for obtaining free visas to Mexico for Russians was introduced. Transero currently operates direct flights to Cancun.

Resorts of Mexico

Map of Mexico with resorts

Resorts in Mexico are located on the coasts of two oceans - on the Pacific coast there are the most luxurious resorts in Mexico - the name of one of them is probably known to everyone - Acapulco. Two other resorts are less known and, nevertheless, also popular: Costa Alegre and Puerte Vallarte.
The Pacific coast is especially famous for its mild climate and long and wide beaches. Hotels on this coast are of a high standard, plenty of nightlife, high-class restaurants.

Cancun and Riviera Maya

The Atlantic coast, or rather the Caribbean coast, is more democratic and more popular among Russians - the most famous resorts on the Caribbean coast are Cancun and the Riviera Maya.

Excursions to Chichen Itza, the main attraction of the Yucatan Peninsula, are available from Cancun and the Mayan Riviera. This ancient Mayan city is perfectly preserved, the center of which is the famous Pyramid of Kukulcan. Included in the UNESCO list.

Cancun resort map with hotels. Map of the Riviera Maya resort with hotels

Cancun

Cancun an unusual resort - since all the hotels are located on the island. The island is very narrow and long, beautifully curved in the shape of the number seven.
When choosing hotels, you need to take into account that the short horizontal part of the island is practically closed from the waves by the island of Mujeres located in front of it

In addition, as you can see from the map, it is from this part of the island that it is most convenient to travel to the city center. The entire length of the island is 25 km, so a trip from the most remote hotels to the center will take about 30 - 40 minutes.

Riviera Maya

When Cancun could no longer accommodate all the tourists who wanted to stay there, the resort began to develop Riviera Maya.
A huge strip of beaches stretches 130 km south of Cancun. The extreme northern point of the Riviera Maya is Puerto Morelos, the southernmost point of Punta Alena.

Puerto Morelos is a village that retains its color, nearby is the Yax-che garden, the Rio Secreto nature reserve - an underground river with stalagmites.
Akumal differs from other towns in that there is a coral reef next to it. Turtles, stingrays and naturally a huge number of beautiful sea fish live in the lagoon

Playa del Carmen- a holiday destination for European tourists, an excellent place for shopping, hotel life and town life are not separated from each other, you can find fairly cheap accommodation.
Tulum is the most distant town from the airport (130 km), and is popular, firstly because of its very beautiful beach, and secondly because it is located in the archaeological zone of Tulum. Tulum is an ancient Mayan city that rose on 12-meter cliffs. This place just begs to be photographed because the ruins blend perfectly with the seascapes.

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