Downtown Cancun Travel Guide
Cancun
Visit Downtown Cancun
Popular places to visit
Dubai Palace Casino
Why not try your luck with a visit to Dubai Palace Casino during your visit to Cancun? Stroll along the seaside or visit the shops in this relaxing area.
Benito Juarez Municipal Building
Benito Juarez Municipal Building is just one of the places to see in Cancun, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Kabah Urban Park
Kabah Urban Park is just one of the places to see in Cancun, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area or visit its lively bars.
Plaza Las Americas
During your trip to Cancun, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Plaza Las Americas. Amble around this relaxing area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Cancun Mall
You can do some window-shopping at Cancun Mall during your visit to Cancun. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.
Plaza 28
During your trip to Cancun, you can do some window-shopping at Plaza 28. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or experience the acclaimed art galleries in this relaxing area.
Things to do
Day Trip to Tulum, Playa del Carmen & Cenote Mariposa
Xcaret Park Admission with Show and Optional Transportation
ATV, Ziplining & Cenote Tour at Extreme Adventuring Eco Park
Xoximilco Mexican Fiesta: Tasting Traditional Menú & Tequila Open Bar
Chichen Itza, Cenote & Valladolid All Inclusive
Horseback Riding & ATV Jungle Adventure with Ziplines & Cenote
Top hotels in Downtown Cancun
Krystal Urban Cancun & Beach Club
Floor 4 had an odor and the room was average. The pool bar was closed but the pool was nice & relaxing. The restaurant was over priced and below average on taste. Location was perfect, cafe staff was superior!
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Oh! Cancun The Urban Oasis & Beach Club
Loved this hotel. I stayed at the hotel for 3 nights to do some remote work and it was great. My room was super spacious and the breakfast buffet was delicious. It’s in close proximity to a number of restaurants. Pool also lovely!
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Suites Malecon Cancun
Nice room and clean
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Viento Suites Cancún
Friendly and helpful staff. Loved the location for walking to the big mall
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Eco-Hotel El Rey del Caribe
The room was very clean and the staff very friendly
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Capital O Hotel Rolovi Cancún
The staff was warm and friendly. The room was clean. The price of the room was attractive as I was going in Cancun for dental work and booked within 2 days prior to my depatrure from Florida.
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Cancun
Avenida Tulum
The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Avenida Tulum. A stop by Royal Yak Casino and Sports Book or Ceviche Square might round out your trip.
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 Niño Beach might round out your trip.
Alfredo V. Bonfil
While Alfredo V. Bonfil may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Plaza Las Americas and Iberostar Cancun Golf Course.
La Isla
If you're spending some time in La Isla, La Isla Shopping Mall and Isla Dorada are top sights worth seeing.
Punta Cancun
While visiting Punta Cancun, you might make a stop by sights like Forum Beach and Chac Mool Beach.
Zona Hotelera
The stunning beaches and fantastic nightlife are just a few highlights of Zona Hotelera. Make a stop by Delfines Beach or Forum Beach while you're exploring the area.
