Cancun

resorts we’ve experienced
adults-only

Cancun consists of the hotel zone (central), Playa Mujeres to the north, and the Riviera Maya to the south.
Below are photos and opinions from the all-inclusive resorts we have personally visited in the Cancun area...

Hyatt Zilara Cancun (hotel zone)

Overview. An adults-only resort located in Cancun’s hotel zone, featuring all suites, and the best part is that they ALL face the ocean!

El Dorado Casitas (Riviera Maya)

Overview. An adults-only resort with a luxury stamp-of-approval and a very unique “bungalow” design. Each room is called a “casita.”

Secrets Akumal (Riviera Maya)

Overview. This adults-only resort is ideally located about 20 minutes north of Tulum, and provides an upscale all-inclusive experience.

Valentin Imperial Maya (Riviera Maya)

Overview. This adults-only resort is designed to reflect a true Mexican Hacienda, tucked into the natural landscape of the Riviera Maya.

Live Aqua Cancun (hotel zone)

Overview. An adults-only resort located in Cancun’s hotel zone, featuring all 9 floors of rooms that ALL face the ocean!

Royalton Chic Cancun (hotel zone)

Overview. An adults-only resort located in Cancun’s hotel zone, featuring a posh upbeat vibe perfect for friends and/or couples!

TRS Coral Costa Mujeres (north of Cancun)

Overview. An adults-only resort located in Costa Mujeres, with full access to the connecting resort Grand Palladium Costa Mujeres.

Secrets The Vine Cancun (hotel zone)

Overview. An adults-only resort located in the heart of Cancun’s hotel zone, this is one of the tallest buildings in the area at 18 stories high!

Atelier Playa Mujeres (north of Cancun)

Overview. An adults-only resort surrounded by a beautiful golf course, blending contemporary Mexican architecture in a natural scenery.

Secrets Playa Mujeres (north of Cancun)

Overview. An adults-only resort located in the gated community of Playa Mujeres, with access to the Dreams resort located next door.

*Hotel Xcaret Mexico (Riviera Maya)

Overview. Built into the natural landscape, this resort offers premium accommodations that let you truly escape from your daily life. 

Secrets Moxché Playa del Carmen (Riviera Maya)

Overview. This adults-only resort is just north of Playa del Carmen, and features lavish suites with a contemporary, natural vibe.

Secrets Maroma Beach (Riviera Maya)

Overview. This adults-only luxury resort is ideally situated on Maroma Beach, an award-winning white-sand beach in the Riviera Maya.

El Dorado Maroma (Riviera Maya)

Overview. An adults-only resort with only 157 suites provides a relaxing, intimate atmosphere perfect for couples.

Unico 20 87 (Riviera Maya)

Overview. An adults-only resort located in the southern end of the Riviera Maya, not too far from Tulum.

El Dorado Palafitos @ Maroma (Riviera Maya)

Overview. Located at the El Dorado Maroma resort, the Palafitos are over-the water bungalow retreats exclusively for adults-only.

*Majestic Elegance Costa Mujeres (north of Cancun)

Overview. A modern sophisticated hotel that is blended with approximately 70% adults-only rooms and 30% family-friendly rooms.

Breathless Cancun Soul (hotel zone)

Overview. An adults-only resort located in Cancun’s hotel zone, with an energetic vibe that’s great for both couples and friends.

RIU Palace Kukulkan (hotel zone)

Overview. An adults-only resort located on a beautiful stretch of beach in the Hotel Zone, and within walking distance to shops.

Zoetry Paraíso de la Bonita Riviera Maya (R.Maya)

Overview. A low-key boutique resort that focuses on wellness and luxury. While kids are allowed, it has a mature vibe and style.

Breathless + Secrets Riviera Cancun (Riviera Maya)

Overview. Breathless & Secrets are adults-only resorts on the same complex in the Riviera Maya, but only Secrets has exchange privileges.

RIU Latino (north of Cancun)

Overview. This adults-only resort is located in Costa Mujeres, and has everything you need centered around one courtyard.

*Planet Hollywood Cancun (north of Cancun)

Overview. A family-friendly resort with plenty of activities & movie-star themed décor. The Adult Scene is the adults-only side of the resort.

RIU Palace Las Americas (hotel zone)

Overview. An adults-only resort located in Cancun’s hotel zone, featuring 3 beautiful ocean front pools, and access to the RIU next door.

Hideaway at Royalton Riviera Cancun (Riviera M.)

Overview. An adults-only resort located within the larger Royalton resort – you have full access to enjoy the facilities at Royalton as well.

*The Fives Oceanfront (Riviera Maya)

Overview. A boutique hotel refuge on the edge of Puerto Morelos, a charming beach community located in the Riviera Maya.

El Dorado Royale (Riviera Maya)

Overview. An adults-only resort offering an intimate getaway perfect for couples, especially celebrating a honeymoon or anniversary.

*Hard Rock Riviera Maya

Overview. With its signature decor, this resort has both a family-friendly and adults-only side plenty of space along the beach.

Excellence Riviera Cancun (Riviera Maya)

Overview. This adults-only luxury resort is designed so that everything is close to the beach or offers a relaxing tropical pool view.

Excellence Playa Mujeres (north of Cancun)

Overview. A luxury adults-only resort located in the gated community of Playa Mujeres, with fantastic access to the beach and ocean.

Golden Parnassus Cancun (hotel zone)

Overview. An adults-only hotel located in the heart of Cancun’s hotel zone, that offers budget-friendly rates with a great beach & ocean.

Iberostar Paraíso - The Grand (Riviera Maya)

Overview. With 5 resorts on this large complex, I recommend The Grand for adults-only, with full access to the rest of the complex.

Secrets Aura Cozumel + Dreams + Sunscape (Cozumel)

Overview. Sharing a complex with Dreams Cape & Sunscape Sabor, this adults-only resort is located approx 20 minutes south of town.

Cirque du Soleil Joya

Overview. I LOVE Cirque du Soleil shows and this one did NOT disappoint! Located about a half hour south of the airport.

Overview. The namesake park by Xcaret, here you can experience Mexican culture, nature, and a touch of adventure all in 1 park.

Overview. One of the famous parks by Xcaret, Xplor is for those you love adventure and want a day filled with active experiences.

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