Punta Cancun Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A coastal city with a long sandy beach, a marina, and high-rise buildings.
A coastal cityscape with a prominent hotel area, a lighthouse, and a clear view of the ocean.
A coastal cityscape with a clear blue sea, a pier, and high-rise buildings.
A red building with a bell tower, a fountain, and a pathway lined with agave plants.
A sunset over the ocean with a pier extending into the water.

Stay near popular Punta Cancun attractions

A beach with clear turquoise water, rocky formations with green algae, and a city skyline in the background.

Gaviota Azul Beach

8.6/10 (268 reviews)
Join the beachgoers that flock to the soft sand, shallow water and beach clubs in the heart of Cancún’s Hotel Zone.
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Activities

Xcaret Park Tickets

Park Xcaret Admission with Show and Optional Transportation

NZ$196
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Park Xcaret Admission with Show and Optional Transportation
Chichen Itza Premium, Cenote, Valladolid & Mayan Cuisine

Chichen Itza with Cenote Noolha, Zip-Line, Mayan Lunch and Valladolid Town

NZ$40
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Chichen Itza with Cenote Noolha, Zip-Line, Mayan Lunch and Valladolid Town
Chichen Itza, Cenote, Buffet Lunch, Tequila & Valladolid Tour

Chichen Itza, Mayan Cenote & Valladolid Tour with Optional Buffet Lunch

NZ$67
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Chichen Itza, Mayan Cenote & Valladolid Tour with Optional Buffet Lunch
Chichen Itza, Cenote & Valladolid All Inclusive Tour

Chichen Itza, Cenote & Valladolid All Inclusive

NZ$102
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Chichen Itza, Cenote & Valladolid All Inclusive
Jungle Tour Adventure: Speedboat & Snorkeling Tour

Speedboat & Snorkeling Tour in Cancun a Jungle Tour Adventure

NZ$92
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Speedboat & Snorkeling Tour in Cancun a Jungle Tour Adventure
Party Boat with Open Bar, Snorkeling & Isla Mujeres Visit

Party Boat with Open Bar, Snorkeling & Isla Mujeres Visit

NZ$146
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Party Boat with Open Bar, Snorkeling & Isla Mujeres Visit
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Our pick of the best Punta Cancun Hotel Deals

Hotel Riu Palace Las Americas - Adults Only- All Inclusive

Hotel Riu Palace Las Americas - Adults Only- All Inclusive

4 out of 5
Blvd. Kukulcan, Km 8.5 Cancun QROO
The price is NZ$534 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
NZ$534
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Cancun. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular ...
Hotel Riu Palace Las Americas - Adults Only- All Inclusive
Sunscape Cancun All-Inclusive Resort & Spa by Hyatt

Sunscape Cancun All-Inclusive Resort & Spa by Hyatt

4 out of 5
Zona Hotelera Cancun QROO
The price is NZ$523 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
NZ$523
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Cancun. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular ...
Sunscape Cancun All-Inclusive Resort & Spa by Hyatt
Hotel Riu Cancun - Adults Only - All Inclusive

Hotel Riu Cancun - Adults Only - All Inclusive

3.5 out of 5
Cancun QROO
Stay at this beach resort in Cancun. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
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Hotel Riu Cancun - Adults Only - All Inclusive
Hyatt Ziva Cancun All Inclusive

Hyatt Ziva Cancun All Inclusive

4.5 out of 5
Blvd. Kukulcan, Manzana 51, Lote 7 Cancun QROO
The price is NZ$971 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
NZ$971
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Cancun. Enjoy free parking, 3 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Hyatt Ziva Cancun All Inclusive
Royalton CHIC Cancun, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort - Adults Only

Royalton CHIC Cancun, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort - Adults Only

4.5 out of 5
Km 9.7 Blvd. Kukulcan, Zona Hotel Cancun QROO
The price is NZ$533 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
NZ$533
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Cancun. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very good! (2,791 reviews)
"Overall the stay was great. We loved our room, the staff, the amenities, and the food. The elevators can take a very long time to come to your floor, often going past the floor regardless of if you’re going up or down. We had a couple issues with our room such as the bathroom door handle being loose ..."

Reviewed on 7 Aug 2026

Royalton CHIC Cancun, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort - Adults Only
Grand Fiesta Americana Coral Beach Cancun - All Inclusive

Grand Fiesta Americana Coral Beach Cancun - All Inclusive

5 out of 5
Blvd. Kukulcan km. 9.5 Cancun QROO
The price is NZ$895 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
NZ$895
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Cancun. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (4,096 reviews)
"Loved it"

Reviewed on 7 Aug 2026

Grand Fiesta Americana Coral Beach Cancun - All Inclusive
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Our guide on where to stay in Punta Cancun

Find the best Punta Cancun areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Punta Cancun
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A coastal cityscape at dusk with illuminated buildings and a palm tree.

Zona Hotelera

The stunning beaches and fantastic nightlife are just a few highlights of Zona Hotelera. Make a stop by La Isla Shopping Mall or Delfines Beach while you're exploring the area.

A building with a large sign reading "Cancun" and a flagpole in front.

Downtown Cancun

Downtown Cancun is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Cancun Mall and Plaza 28.

A marina with several boats docked, a pier extending into the turquoise water, and a backdrop of palm trees and buildings.

Puerto Juarez

The pristine beaches and fun-filled water parks are top of the list for many visitors to Puerto Juarez. A stop by Ultramar Ferry Puerto Juárez or El Meco Archaeological Site might round out your trip.

A nighttime waterfront scene with a bridge, a Ferris wheel, and illuminated storefronts.
Photo by Justo Hernandez
Open Photo by Justo Hernandez

La Isla

If you're spending some time in La Isla, La Isla Shopping Mall and Isla Dorada are top sights worth seeing.

A modern sculpture garden with abstract forms and a circular pool.

Avenida Tulum

The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Avenida Tulum. A stop by Ceviche Square or Mercado Ki Huic might round out your trip.

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