Traveling to Cancun?

Question

We are thinking of going to Cancun in March for Spring Break. I was just wondering about places to stay, good and bad? Inclusives or not?

I also have a 4 year old and 2 year old, will they have things to do??

Answer 1

If you go during spring break with your children you are more than likely not going to enjoy your stay. Cancun is full of crazed/drunk kids and your entire trip will be filled with the smell of vomit and the noise of teenagers running through the halls of your hotel.  The beach also becomes quite littered.

I recommend going during the summer or Aug. We are going in 2 weeks.. less travelers, more fun!

Answer 2

I would go to the cancun palace. Its downtown where all the shopping is. The beach and water is beautiful. And Every room comes with a jacuzzi. And its not bad during spring break like you might think it is. Oh And I forgot to mention it was just rebult and is a 4 star hotel.

Answer 3

If you are planning on a vacation around spring break, I suggest that you stay in Playa Del Carmen and not Cancun. Playa is about 40 miles south of Cancun. You will still fly into Cancun. Playa is part of what is called the Riviera Maya. Cancun has more of a club atmosphere at night and during spring break there will be a lot of drunk teenagers and twenty somethings around.

Playa Del Carmen is a very laid back town with plenty of things to do on 5Th Ave. the main street. I would suggest that you stay at one of the Riu properties or one of the Iberostars (Tucan and Queztal) in Playacar. They are all-inclusive and priced reasonably. AI's are a good deal if you are planning on living at the restort for the vacation, but if you are one to venture out, you maybe able to save some money staying in a non AI hotel or condo. I highly recomend staying in the Xaman-Ha condomeniums. (xhcondos.com) They have one of the best locations in Playa, a 3 min. walk to the southern end of 5Th Ave. They are located in the beginning of Playacar which is gated and guarded. (Very safe walk into and out of town) The condos have a great pool and great beach access, not very crowded and the pools have a nice size place for the little ones. The condos all have full kitchens and some even have a washer/dryer. Which may come in handy with little ones. I stay here everytime I go down, but you will have to weigh the pros and cons of staying there versus the All-inclusive hotels. All of the condos overlook the water as well. There are grocery stores as well as fast food restaurants. Food on 5Th is about the same price as it is in the States.

Playa is located directly across from Cozumel as well, take a ferry boat across, it makes for a nice day trip. Also, Xcaret, a local eco-park is located only 5 min. away from Playa. Take a taxi and buy tickets at the park, it is less expensive than taking the tour. On the tours you are paying mostly for transportation, Xcaret is only 5 miles away.

Check out Tripadvisor.com for an overview of Playa Del Carmen. There are even dining reviews. If you want to check out some of the tours, playatrips.com and if you need transportation from Cancun airport to your hotel or condo in PDC, try playatransportation.com. (Tello is the best in town) He will answer any questions you may have.

Answer 4

The best place to stay in Cancun with a family is Dreams Cancun. They have a children's day camp, that all the children love. They give you a beeper in case the children need you or they need you.

Nice calm water and two beautiful beaches. The food is good and the people are very hard working.

Check out trip advisor for photos and reviews.

Good Luck

Answer 5

Hi,

You will have no problems in the spring with your kids. I recommend the Park Royal Cancun. Take the All-Inclusive, this is real close to a five-star class hotel. You kids will have plenty to do. They have a kids park and a number of swimming pools. For the evening you'll have to make reservations at one of the Hotels Restaurants other than the main dining hall. They take reservations at 12 noon so be prompt at the door. You'll enjoy the dining experience. You have to dress with long pants for the guys and the girls will have to dress in longs pants or a nice dress.

Enjoy.