If you're a first time visitor to Cancun, you might prefer a more touristy area, but if you're a solo traveler, a local neighborhood could be more interesting. Some areas have lots of things to do within walking distance, but the hotels may be more expensive. To give you a starting point for your trip research, we looked at what people say about neighborhoods and places to stay in Cancun.
The top mentioned neighborhoods and areas that people talk about in and around Cancun are:
Here's what Trippy members had to say:
"Along the Yucatan here, there are several options in addition to the two most famous, being Cancun and Playa del Carmen: Cancun, Puerto Morelos, Playa del Carmen, Puerto Aventuras and Tulum." See More
Depending on the neighborhood you choose, you may want to research hotels in the area. If you'd rather start with the most recommended hotels in Cancun, here's a list to get you started.
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Trippy is a great resource for planning your trip because you get advice from real travelers. We suggested neighborhoods and hotels based on the recommendations of the Trippy community. This gives you a quick overview, but if you're looking to do more research, here are some of the questions that we used to find this information.
Ami Wuschnig from Manhattan Beach asked:
Where to stay/ What to do in Playa del Carmen (1 answer)
Jenna Rayburn from Providence asked:
What are the most popular areas to stay in Cancun? (8 answers)
Maybe you're looking for a happening area with lots to see and do, or you want to be walking distance from tourist attractions. Check out some of these places and see there's a hotel nearby.
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This page is just a starting point, to really get personalized advice from Cancun locals and experienced travelers, post a question on Trippy! You can start by browsing the questions other people have asked about Cancun.
If you've changed your mind and decided to go somewhere else, go to the main page and explore where to stay in any city.
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