Gulf Coast of Mexico

Travel Guide

The famous pink lakes of Mexico, Rio Lagartos. A magical sight! Pink waters and blue sky, It was like sunset reversed; a feast for eyes! There are plenty of colorful salt lakes near Las Coloradas/Rio Lagartos in the Yucatan peninsula. It is just 2 hours drive away from Chichén Itzá and around 3 hours from Cancun. Public transport is scarce in this part of Mexico. 
We took a rental car and it was an easy and comfortable journey for us :) Once we reached Las Coloradas, we were welcomed by giant white salt mountains. After driving around the salt mountains for some time, we finally found someone local who took us to this beautiful private salt lake. 
#nature
The famous pink lakes of Mexico, Rio Lagartos. A magical sight! Pink waters and blue sky, It was like sunset reversed; a feast for eyes! There are plenty of colorful salt lakes near Las Coloradas/Rio Lagartos in the Yucatan peninsula. It is just 2 hours drive away from Chichén Itzá and around 3 hours from Cancun. Public transport is scarce in this part of Mexico. 
We took a rental car and it was an easy and comfortable journey for us :) Once we reached Las Coloradas, we were welcomed by giant white salt mountains. After driving around the salt mountains for some time, we finally found someone local who took us to this beautiful private salt lake. 
#nature
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Gulf Coast of Mexico
Gulf Coast of Mexico

Where to stay in Gulf Coast of Mexico

Escenica Tower featuring a beach, general coastal views and a luxury hotel or resort

Zona Hotelera

4/5(130 area reviews)

The stunning beaches and fantastic nightlife are just a few highlights of Zona Hotelera. Make a stop by La Isla Shopping Mall or Forum Beach while you're exploring the area.

Zona Hotelera
Beautiful beach in Playa Mujeres

Playa Mujeres

The stunning beaches and fantastic nightlife are just a few highlights of Playa Mujeres. Make a stop by Playa Mujeres Golf Club or Mujeres Beach while you're exploring the area.

Playa Mujeres
Beautiful beach at Caribbean sea in Playa del Carmen, Mexico.

Playacar

4/5(10 area reviews)

Amazing beaches great entertainment and top sights from Playa del Carmen Main Beach to Playacar Golf Club – discover Playacar, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Playacar
Merida Cathedral which includes heritage architecture and night scenes

Mérida Centro

4/5(32 area reviews)

Mérida Centro is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Plaza Grande and US Visa Applicant Service Center while you're in town.

Mérida Centro
Aerial panoramic view of Punta Norte beach, Cancun, Mexico. Beautiful beach area with luxury hotels near the Caribbean sea in Cancun, Mexico.

Punta Cancun

While visiting Punta Cancun, you might make a stop by sights like Forum Beach and Chac Mool Beach.

Punta Cancun
Colorful sombreros on the street in Playa Del Carmen, Mexico

Downtown Playa del Carmen

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Downtown Playa del Carmen, Playa del Carmen Main Beach and Quinta Avenida are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Playa del Carmen
Sunscape Cancun All-Inclusive Resort & Spa by Hyatt

Sunscape Cancun All-Inclusive Resort & Spa by Hyatt

4 out of 5
Zona Hotelera Cancun QROO
The price is RM1,706 per night from 12 Mar to 13 Mar
RM1,706
RM2,084 total
12 Mar - 13 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Cancun. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (6,288 reviews)
Clean room, amenities were very good

Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026

Sunscape Cancun All-Inclusive Resort & Spa by Hyatt
Seadust Cancún All Inclusive Family Resort

Seadust Cancún All Inclusive Family Resort

3.5 out of 5
Blvd. Kukulcán Km.17, Lote 52-04 Cancun QROO
The price is RM1,221 per night from 11 Feb to 12 Feb
RM1,221
RM1,516 total
11 Feb - 12 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Cancun. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their reviews. Popular ...
7.4/10 Good! (3,021 reviews)
The rooms were clean. Amenities was awesome., the pool entertainment was the best that I’ve seen

Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026

Seadust Cancún All Inclusive Family Resort
Hotel Riu Cancun -  Adults Only - All Inclusive

Hotel Riu Cancun - Adults Only - All Inclusive

3.5 out of 5
Cancun QROO
Stay at this beach resort in Cancun. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (3,752 reviews)
Everything was amazing!!! Especially the staff!! Ernie, Carlos, Axel & Armando were AMAZING!!!

Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026

Hotel Riu Cancun - Adults Only - 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.
El Dorado Royale, Catamaran, Cenote, All & More Inclusive Adults Only

El Dorado Royale, Catamaran, Cenote, All & More Inclusive Adults Only

5 out of 5
Km 45 Carretera Cancun Playa del Carmen QROO
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Playa del Carmen. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 6 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (573 reviews)
Room was clean and staff was friendly

Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026

El Dorado Royale, Catamaran, Cenote, All & More Inclusive Adults Only
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 beach aparthotel in Cancun. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,959 reviews)
Yes. This is my favorite place in all of the hotel zone because they beach is usually pristine, calm and perfect for swimming. The 1 bd suite was amazing! I loved everything about it except the bed seemed to sag. I used all 3 patios and enjoyed watching the sunrise and sunset. I wished I enjoyed ...

Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026

Beachscape Kin ha Villas & Suites
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 Cancun QROO
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Cancun. Enjoy free parking, 2 outdoor pools and 5 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
6.4/10 (1,170 reviews)
Great food, relaxing area, we went with our kids of 1,3, and 6 and they had a lot of fun in their water park. The arcade little spot can use a lot of work though. Best and nicest cleaning staff I’ve ever seen in a hotel.

Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026

All Ritmo Cancun Resort & Water Park - 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.

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