Colonia Independencia Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit

San Francisco Beach
Nothing says holiday like spending a lazy day at San Francisco Beach, a popular beach in Cozumel. Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area or seek out the snorkelling spots.

Paradise Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Paradise Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Cozumel. Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area or seek out the snorkelling spots.

Palancar Beach
Superb snorkeling and a laid-back atmosphere makes this Cozumel beach the sort of place visitors stop at for an afternoon and end up staying for a week.

Chankanaab National Park
Mayan ruins, Caribbean beaches, ancient health therapies and spectacular dining and diving; some of the best features of the Riviera Maya are at this island park.

Playa Mia Grand Beach and Water Park
Bring your family to Playa Mia Grand Beach and Water Park and enjoy the excitement of this theme park in Cozumel. Amble around this relaxing area's beautiful beaches or seek out the snorkelling spots.

Playa El Cielo
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Playa El Cielo during your trip to Cozumel? Amble around this relaxing area's beautiful beaches or seek out the snorkelling spots.
Things to do

Cozumel Snorkeling Tour: Palancar, Columbia and El Cielo Reefs

Mr. Sancho's Beach Club All-Inclusive Day Pass

Cozumel ClearBoat Adventure with Snorkeling

Cozumel Historic Waterfront Self Guided Audio Walking Tour

Starfish, Stingrays and the Cozumel Turtle Sanctuary Snorkel Tour

Cozumel: General Entrance to Mayan Bee Sanctuary
Top hotels in Colonia Independencia

Occidental at Xcaret Destination - All Inclusive
Very large property. Ruins, animals and beach..... all were fantastic. Park next door was amazing. All inclusive meals were on par with every other all inclusives.
Reviewed on 10 May 2026

Hotel Xcaret Mexico - All Parks / All Fun Inclusive
We had the time of our lives and made the most of this all-fun inclusive vacation. Staff were amazing, food delicious, parks as fun as can be and the hotel was just paradise. Loved our room and all that we got with it. Would totall recommend and cannot wait to come back. Asi se siente Mexico en la ...
Reviewed on 10 May 2026

Ocean Riviera Paradise All Inclusive
Great time
Reviewed on 10 May 2026

Hotel Xcaret Arte – All Parks / All Fun Inclusive, Adults Only
Stayed at Xcaret Arte for my 24th birthday. Everything was a 10/10 experience . Best birthday ever . I cannot wait to visit again ! Thank you to all the staff for the excellent hospitality. Everyone was very kind and welcoming.
Reviewed on 10 May 2026

Wyndham Alltra Playa del Carmen Adults Only All Inclusive
The pools were nice, but they close at 7 p.m. The staff was super friendly and helpful. The property is beautiful but it's showing its age The reason I probably won't go back is because the smell from the seaweed made me nauseous. It's too bad they aren't doing anything to clean up the ...
Reviewed on 10 May 2026

Hyatt Vivid Playa Del Carmen - Adults Only - All Inclusive
Everything was great other than the restaurants. One of them were only open on Saturday.others were not open everyday ..
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Colonia Independencia

San Miguel I
While San Miguel I may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Stingray Beach and Cozumel Maritime Terminal.

Cuzamil
While Cuzamil may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Cozumel Maritime Terminal and Museo de la Isla de Cozumel.

Colonia Andrés
When in Colonia Andrés, you can plan a visit to Cozumel Maritime Terminal and Plaza Punta Langosta, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Colonia Adolfo López Mateos
While there might not be top attractions in Colonia Adolfo López Mateos, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Cozumel Maritime Terminal and Museo de la Isla de Cozumel.

San Miguel II
While San Miguel II may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Stingray Beach and Villa Blanca Reef.

Colonos Cuzamil
Colonos Cuzamil might not have many top sights, but Stingray Beach and Villa Blanca Reef are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
