Costa Mujeres

Travel Guide
Costa Mujeres
Named for the idols of goddesses found on a nearby island, this coastal village near Cancun is the perfect spot for a beach vacation.

Costa Mujeres brings together the best features of a vacation on the Mexican shoreline of the Caribbean Sea. Enjoy a village atmosphere, historic ruins, tantalizing Mexican food and beautiful sand, sea and forest. While trips to nearby Cancun for shopping, dining and entertainment are easy, a visit to Costa Mujeres offers a serene setting for a quiet escape from Cancun’s energetic atmosphere.

The name Costa Mujeres translates to Coast of Women, related to the Spanish discovery of idols to the goddess Ixchel in the area in the early 1500s. Today Costa Mujeres welcomes not just women, but also men, families, wedding parties and any other visitors to its pretty coast. Enjoy miles of sandy shore along Playa Mujeres, which stretches from the village past several all-inclusive resorts.

Enjoy ocean views while dining on the beach or visit a variety of international restaurants. Travel to the northern tip of the region for pet-friendly Isla Blanca Beach.

At the southern end of Costa Mujeres, explore the Mayan ruins of El Meco. The archaeological site features a pyramid called El Castillo that may have served as a lighthouse in ancient times.

Golf lovers can play at Playa Mujeres Golf Course, a course designed by Greg Norman.

From Costa Mujeres join a ferry trip to the lovely Isla Mujeres, a few miles east, for a daytrip filled with beach fun and exciting activities. From the sands of Playa Norte at the northern end of the island to interesting rock formations at Garrafon Natural Reef Park at Punta Sur in the south, the island offers intriguing coastline. Visit a turtle sanctuary, pirate hacienda, zip line and varied restaurants. Bring a snorkel and mask to explore MUSA, an underwater sculpture garden at the southern end of the island.

Travel by car to the village of Costa Mujeres from Cancun in about 25 minutes or continue on to larger resorts to the north. The village is about a 40-minute drive north of Cancun International Airport.

Majestic Elegance Costa Mujeres – All Inclusive
Majestic Elegance Costa Mujeres – All Inclusive
4.5 out of 5
Carretera Libre 85 - Punta Sam, Isla Blanca 85 SM6, Manzana 2 - Lote 4, Costa Mujeres, QROO
The price is RM3,658 per night from 8 Apr to 9 Apr
RM3,658
per night
8 Apr - 9 Apr
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury property in Costa Mujeres. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,108 reviews)
"This property is very nice and clean. The staff was very friendly and helpful. The hydrotherapy was amazing. I’m very glad I chose to stay here. The food was good for it to be out of the United States. The experience is truly incredible. The only disadvantage I would have is that it’s so far from ..."

Reviewed on 24 Mar 2024

Majestic Elegance Costa Mujeres – All Inclusive
Riu Latino - Adults Only - All Inclusive
Riu Latino - Adults Only - All Inclusive
4 out of 5
Sm. 006, Mz. 002, Lt. 001, Subcondominio Playa, Costa Mujeres, QROO
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Costa Mujeres. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (642 reviews)
"Clean fun"

Reviewed on 25 Mar 2024

Riu Latino - Adults Only - All Inclusive
Riu Dunamar - All Inclusive
Riu Dunamar - All Inclusive
3.5 out of 5
Blvd. Costa Mujeres, Costa Mujeres, QROO
Stay at this 3.5-star beach property in Costa Mujeres. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,390 reviews)
"Necesitan poner más lugar para comer. Solo 3 restaurantes, el buffett, el chino y italiano. La variedad no es suficiente, aunque la comida estaba buena."

Reviewed on 24 Mar 2024

Riu Dunamar - All Inclusive
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Casa Turquesa - Near Luxury Avenue Shopping Mall
Casa Turquesa - Near Luxury Avenue Shopping Mall
4 out of 5
Cancun
Stay at this 4-star beach aparthotel in Cancun. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.4/10 Good! (917 reviews)
"This place was beautiful with my 11 year old daughter. We felt safe and it was near many resturants and things to do. We also took the bus around the hotel zone for 12 pesos. The mall has a great grocery store and beautiful restaurants across the street . I recommend the Italian and Greek for a fun ..."

Reviewed on 26 Mar 2024

Casa Turquesa - Near Luxury Avenue Shopping Mall
All Ritmo Cancun Resort & Water Park - All Inclusive
All Ritmo Cancun Resort & Water Park - All Inclusive
3.5 out of 5
Km. 1.5 Carretera a Puerto Juarez, Punta Sam, Cancun, QROO
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Cancun. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
6.6/10 (1,222 reviews)
"The food was good but the hours are so limited, and snacks so poor just hamburgers and hot dogs."

Reviewed on 5 Mar 2024

All Ritmo Cancun Resort & Water Park - All Inclusive
Beachscape Kin ha Villas & Suites
Beachscape Kin ha Villas & Suites
3.5 out of 5
Blvd. Kukulcan Km 8.5, Cancun, QROO
Stay at this 3.5-star beach aparthotel in Cancun. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,301 reviews)
"Nice and quiet with a great beach. No problem getting loungers by the pool or palapa at the beach."

Reviewed on 24 Mar 2024

Beachscape Kin ha Villas & Suites
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Reviews of Costa Mujeres

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4/5 - Good

Verified traveller
2 Feb 2020

A lovely hotel if a little isolated, so if you just want to relax in the resort then it’s perfect.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
21 Aug 2019

Isla majures is s beautiful island for snorkelling

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
4 Jul 2019

We went over to Isla Mujeres it was beautiful, and lots to do! Hired out a golf buggie for the day. The Isla shopping mall was great, there’s the fashion harbour with all shops like Louis Vuitton and Gucci it was great.