Just wanted to give some info based on my travel experience last week which is different from a lot of what I read online beforehand.

I flew into Cancun Airport because I was catching the Tren Maya the next morning. I stayed at the Hilton airport hotel (you can easily walk there from T2, ignore the taxi guys telling you it’s far or unsafe, they’re lying). Tren Maya is supposed to operate an official shuttle from T2 next to the Ado bus area to the train station which is only a couple kilometers away. Keep in mind there are no signs posted for the shuttle. After waiting nearly 2 hours, I realized the shuttle wasn’t coming and I had to negotiate for an extremely overpriced taxi (500 pesos is the lowest price I could get after talking to multiple drivers in Spanish) to get to the station and avoid missing my train. The only other option to avoid a taxi/transfer service is to take an Ado bus all the way to downtown Cancun and then Uber/Didi to the train station.

Naturally, the experience left a bad taste in my mouth and I’ll avoid flying into Cancun airport in the future to avoid the taxi scammers. The train was solid though, I enjoyed it much more than the long distance bus options in Mexico. Hopefully they have a reliable shuttle service in the future.

I originally planned my trip as Playa del Carmen -> Tulum -> Cancun, but after hearing bad reviews about Tulum, what should I replace it with? Im only traveling to these parts of Mexico for 9 days.

Any suggestions around the area? Should i even bother to fit Mexico City in the beginning of the itinerary or skip it entirely?

We are going through the minefield of tour operators and excursion agents online and would like some real world advice.

We are arriving on Friday 30th and staying for 10 nights. We are staying at the Cancun Bay All Inclusive Hotel at the top of the Hotel Zone and would like some recommendations for a couple of trips.

We ideally would like to see MUSA, some turtles (if possible), and Islas Mujares.

Also, I see the locals prefer Pesos but when I'm looking at these trips they say dock fees of $20 etc.. do I need to take both currencies ?

Really appreciate anybody taking the time to reply - This sub has already been a goldmine of information!

Hello,

Can you please give me your thoughts on the resort? We are a group in an our late 20s and will be looking for night life too, any idea how to achieve that once or twice during our stay?

Also any must do excursions I should consider while there.

Thank you!

Hi all, I'm based in Canada and travelling to Mexico (Cancún / Riviera Maya area). Trying to sort out which card(s) to carry for best results and lowest fees.

My situation:

I'll need pesos in cash for some spending, and card payments for the rest I plan to pay in pesos everywhere and decline ATM currency conversion Cards I already have:

Wealthsimple prepaid Mastercard (no annual fee) — planning to make this my main card TD Aeroplan Visa Infinite — 2.5% FX fee, so backup only Questions:

Has anyone used the Wealthsimple prepaid card in Mexico recently? Any declines or places that wouldn't take a prepaid card? Wealthsimple says ATM operator fees abroad get reimbursed — has this actually worked for you with Mexican bank ATMs? Which banks gave you the best experience (BBVA, Citibanamex, Santander, HSBC)? Is it worth also getting an EQ Bank card (or another no-FX-fee card) as a second backup, in case the Wealthsimple card gets blocked or lost? Any general tips — cash vs card split? Thanks in advance!

Hi!

We're going to a resort near Cancun. I would like for my teens to discover the celebration of the El Día de Muertos. Is there something planned? What is the best time to go?

Thank you in advance for your help!

K.

Traveling with a senior who has had some heart troubles in the past which are controlled via meds. Staying at a major All inclusive (Marriott) in hotel zone. What happens in case of an emergency? Do hotels have a protocol and any decent hospitals nearby? Just want to be prepared.

We’re two families (4 adults, a 20-year-old and a 16-year-old) Dec 23-30. deciding between:

Riu Caribe
Riu Palace Peninsula
Riu Palace Costa Mujeres
Riu Dunamar

We stayed at Iberostar Waves Paraíso Beach last year and loved the food.

These are all around the same price so we are just wondering which is is the best for:

We’re looking for good food, nice pools, a good beach and a lively atmosphere with activities and entertainment.

Hi, my wife and I are thinking to book for Jan / Feb 2027. Is Jan or Feb better in terms of weather and less crowded?

Looking to book in the hotel zone and exploring the following options under 3K PP for 5 nights. Idea is to enjoy most of the time in the hotel and explore a little bit of party scene outside.

Could you please suggest best of out these or any other all inclusive?

Priority is good food + good rooms

• Riu palace peninsula ( newly renovated)
• Marriot
• Hilton Mar cribe
• Iberostar selection/ coral
• Secrets the vine

Trying to book a day on Selvatica zipline and the link is broken, but the website still works. Does anyone know if they are still operating?

Going to Cancun

What delivery apps and stores have you tried?

What should you know before trying this

Soft, low to medium carb stuff

I don't suppose a hotel would let me borrow their blender to use on some hotel scrambled eggs, no?

Hey r/Cancun! We're just about to land in Cancun and haven't really planned much. We're in town for 4 full days and are honestly pretty excited for the hotel pool and beach. That said, when we get stir crazy, I'd love to know your favourite things to do with kids these ages. I'd say we're up for about a hour of driving max to do things. This is just a quick jaunt and we're open to your suggestions!

Hey guys, I’ll be visiting RIU Cancun this year. Last year I visited RIU Palace Peninsula and had a blast! Unfortunately, it was sold out or else I would’ve booked the same place.

Are there any noticeable differences between the 2? I know the Palace just went through some renovations.

Hi! Group of single girls in their early 30s, going to Cancun in early/mid December.

We are looking at/deciding between one of the palace Riu locations (particularly Riu Las Americas) or the regular Riu Cancun.

We are going for 4-5 days and looking to spend max $1,000 per person (would love if that can include our stay and extra activities but flexible on off resort spending lol). We do want to spend time at the beach/pool and relaxing but we also do enjoy partying and will definitely be taking part in nightlife.

We’re wondering if it’s worth it to pay for one of the palace stays to allow us to go to other Riu locations for additional parties/events in addition to off resort things, or if we should pay less for the stay at Riu Cancun and plan to do more off resort.

We’re all well traveled but have not been to Cancun before, so we are open. We’re not too picky on how “nice” our room is, as long as it’s nice enough and comfortable. We are leaning towards adults only, but also open on that.

Thank you!

I just got back from a 5-night, 6-day trip to Cancun last week, and one thing that really surprised me was the food prices at the airport.

A simple meal was almost $30 USD! I understand that airport food is usually more expensive, but this seemed excessive, especially considering the local cost of living. It felt like they were charging nearly 10 times what you'd normally expect to pay in Mexico.

I'm genuinely curious why prices are so high. Is it because of airport operating costs, or are they simply taking advantage of tourists who have limited options?

Has anyone else noticed this, or was it just me?

Hello everyone! I’m going to Cancun with my family in mid-to-late November and was wondering what the weather is usually like around that time.
I’ve been to Cancun at the end of August/early September twice (very hot), twice in April (warm to hot, but a bit windy), at the end of September and beginning of October (also hot), and in March on a cruise (pretty warm on the days we were in port).
For those who have visited in mid-to-late November, how was the weather? Was it still hot enough to spend the day swimming and lounging by the pool, or was it noticeably cooler and windier?
Any advice or experiences would be greatly appreciated. Thank you! 😊

Also - kind of weird but someone mssgsd me to hang out in Cancun while I’ll be with my family via Reddit wanting to know where im staying and claiming they are a flight attendant. I do not know this person. Very weird . Ignored request. !!

I'm heading to Hotel Riu Cancun solo this coming weekend for a couple of nights, spontaneous decision mainly because I wanted a quick getaway and a change of scenery, out of usual routine.

But after reading a bunch of Reddit posts, it seems like going to an all-inclusive resort alone is a bad idea lol

Honestly, I'm not planning anything crazy. Just want to relax, enjoy the beach, maybe do an excursion one day, explore a little, and enjoy some time away from my usual routine.

I've traveled solo before, solo has its own pros and cons...but never stayed at an all-inclusive resort by myself.

Is it really that awkward or boring going solo, or am I just overthinking it? Would love to hear from people who've actually done it!

We're looking for an adults only resort where we can have fun party some but that's still nice and not just a party and mediocre like temptations we're not boring but we're also not staying up till 4 am type people all inclusive is a must we all ways go to moon palace with the kids but we need a Mexico vacation thank you in advanced

Looking for those hidden gems locals swear by. Bonus points if they’re family-owned!

I’m considering going to club Mun tonight because it seems the best place to get some edm and dancing. Has anyone ever been there? What should I expect?

May be a long shot too but is anyone here interested in going with my wife and I? Any help would be appreciated.

Edit: it was trash. Mandala was also trash, but at least it seemed to be possible to have a good edm event there. For anyone thinking of cancun for an edm getaway, forget about it.

Besides Xcaret, where else is the Day of the Dead celebrated?

I’ll be visiting Cancún soon and would like to spend a day visiting Chichén Itzá, with stops in a couple of towns along the way to explore.

I’m debating whether to rent a car for the day or book an organized bus tour.

For those who have driven in the Cancún/Yucatán area, how does the driving culture compare with Canada or the US? I found driving in Miami somewhat stressful because of how aggressive the drivers were compared with what I’m used to.

Is driving to Chichén Itzá relatively straightforward and safe for a tourist? Are there any particular things to watch out for?

Or would you recommend skipping the rental car and taking a guided tour instead?

I plan to drive as little as possible in the actual city of Cancun, pretty much from the hotel zone and taking Highway 180 to exit the city of Cancun.