Best Cancun resorts by traveller profile

Located along a stretch of the Caribbean coastline known as Riviera Maya, Cancun was once a Mayan cultural centre. Famous white sand beaches as well as rich and irresistible nature and history make Cancun a safer city compared to other Mexican cities, not to mention one of the most well liked travel destinations.

Cancun provides travellers with a variety of lodging options whether your idea of the perfect vacation means partying hard every day  putting your feet up and relaxing or even keeping the entire family entertained throughout your stay.

Since people travel for a variety of reasons, we've compiled a list of all-inclusive resorts that may offer the best hotel guest experience based on each type of traveller profile.

• Crown Paradise Club - This all-inclusive resort offers spacious family rooms with triple bunk beds that can comfortably accommodate a family of five. While the kids are being entertained at one of the children's clubs, parents can spend some alone time at the beach, spa, gym, or pool. The Baby Club has a playroom for children aged 18 months to 3 years, and the Kids' Club has a pirate ship and a castle pool with several waterslides for children aged 4 to 12. In addition, different waterslides, pool tables, video games, miniature golf, a zip line, a climbing wall, and a soccer field are available to families with teenagers. Other facilities include a variety of restaurants serving an eclectic mix of international cuisines, several bars, a theatre that features nightly shows, and a cinema.
• Club Med Cancun Yucatán - Club Med is an all-inclusive family-oriented resort that offers unique entertainment and play areas for children of all ages. It also heavily draws inspiration from the Mayan culture of the region for the best possible Mexican experience. The resort includes many family-friendly activities that suit all interests and ages. A kid's club, live performances, an archery school, fitness classes, pickleball and tennis, pools with slides and splash pads, flying trapeze lessons, mini golf, and dance lessons are just a few of the 30 complimentary activities offered by the resort. For an additional fee, the resort also provides 29 on-demand activities, including golf, spa services, excursions to nearby historical sites, cenotes and tourist attractions, scuba diving, and more.
• Moon Palace The Grande Cancun - This world-class resort offers a top-notch family-friendly experience, according to reviews from previous visitors. There are two play areas for the youngest visitors as well as activities tailored to various age groups. Bumper cars, neon mini golf, a 3-floor labyrinth, a sky trail, arcade games, a laser maze, and other activities are available to children in the play area. Guests also have access to the Moon Palace Cancun Complex, which has 16 additional restaurants, tennis courts, a 27-hole golf course, nightly entertainment, a skating rink, and bikes, to name a few. In addition to the pools, the resort has a waterpark with elaborate waterslides, splash pads, a wave pool, and a lazy river.

• Sun Palace Cancun - Seniors looking for a break from their routines will find this couple's-only resort a great place to stay. This haven is only 15 minutes from the airport and tucked in the Hotel Zone's more tranquil area along the coast, overlooking the Caribbean Sea's stunning turquoise waters. The four on-site restaurants offer various cuisines, including Mexican, Italian, Pan-Asian, and Latin American specialties. Along with three bar options, the resort has a snack bar by the pool and a 24-hour café with a good selection of sandwiches, coffee, and pastries.
• Excellence Riviera Cancun - For baby-boomer travellers seeking a private, quit stay, this all-inclusive resort offers a great deal of privacy. All suites feature marble bathrooms with Jacuzzi tubs, a fully stocked mini bar and large-screen satellite TVs. The resort also has eight restaurants serving dishes ranging from Indian to Caribbean and many bars and lounges. Whatever your preference or hobby, you will be entertained with a wide range of available activities.

For a safer and worry-free trip to Cancun don’t forget to check the Government of Canada Travel Advisories and to pack your travel insurance. 

Travel insurance is underwritten by CUMIS General Insurance Company, a member of The Co-operators Group of Companies, administered by Allianz Global Assistance, which is a registered business name of AZGA Service Canada Inc.

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