Spa Hotels in Cancún, Mexico

Situated along the Yucatán Peninsula and bordering the Caribbean Sea is the Mexican city Cancún, celebrated for its stunning white sand beaches, a wealth of nature, and incredible dining and nightlife. While visiting, you’ll have the option to explore the city’s two distinct zones— El Centro, which offers more of a local experience of the area, and Zona Hotelera, a long, beachfront strip of high-rise hotels, nightclubs, restaurants, and more. Both offer unique experiences, attractions, and dining options, so you’ll have fun no matter what party of town you find yourself in. Get ready for your seaside getaway in the sun and check out these recommendations while staying at your top spa resorts in Cancun.

Take the family to the Interactive Aquarium Cancún for a day of discovery from spa resorts in Cancun. Here, you can observe over 1,195 incredible aquatic species in the Interactive Aquarium, and engage in interactive experiences and shows. The kids will also have the chance to interact directly with sea creatures through the aquarium’s interactive tanks rays and echinoderms and even get the unique and unforgettable experience of swimming with certain species and feeding them in the Aquarium Trek activity.

For a day of underwater exploration, spend a morning or afternoon on a riveting snorkeling tour to discover four of the Yucatan’s top underwater sights! Designed for all levels of swimmers and snorkelers, you can fully relax into this otherworldly experience while a hands-on guide leads the way. With hassle-free pickup and drop-off from your top Cancun resort, you won’t worry about finding a meeting point. Have a blast, and remember your sunscreen before setting out for the day.

Then, for a day of sightseeing, learn more about the Yucatan’s cultural heritage on a full-day tour from Cancún to Chichén Itzá. Your knowledgeable guide will share information about the ancient civilization and lead an exploration of the Maya ruins and colonial city, and later maybe even take you and the group to an unforgettable swim in the cenote’s fresh waters for a great cap on the day. [Text Wrapping Break]

For a fun day of shopping about town, head to the bustling La Isla Cancun Shopping Village for a unique, open-air shopping complex with clothing stores, restaurants, bars, and even a Ferris wheel.

After all that walking and shopping, it might be time for a bite to eat from one of Cancun's delicious seaside eateries. Known for their Tamales, you can find this savory dish around just about every corner of the island. They’re one of the most traditional and emblematic dishes of Mexican cuisine, and Cancun is no exception. Also look forward to other tasty menu items, including Sopa de Lima (Lime Soup), Tacos al Pastor, Empanadas, Marquesita, Tacos de Cochinita Pibil, Castacan (Fried Pork Belly), and the ultimate breakfast bite— Chilaquiles!

Bring a bathing suit and ample sun protection for your Caribbean getaway, and don’t forget to check out our top resorts nearby in Miami, Playa Del Carmen, and Boca Raton.