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. 
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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 Delfines 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
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
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
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
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 RM1,636 per night from 2 Mar to 3 Mar
RM1,636
RM1,999 total
2 Mar - 3 Mar
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 ...
7.6/10 Good! (3,125 reviews)
Clean rooms, great staff n good food

Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026

Seadust Cancún All Inclusive Family Resort
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 RM1,535 per night from 14 Mar to 15 Mar
RM1,535
RM1,877 total
14 Mar - 15 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! (6,351 reviews)
Sunscape was amazing.

Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026

Sunscape Cancun All-Inclusive Resort & Spa by Hyatt
The Westin Resort & Spa, Cancun

The Westin Resort & Spa, Cancun

4 out of 5
Boulevard Kukulcan Km 20 Cancun QROO
The price is RM557 per night from 23 Mar to 24 Mar
RM557
RM693 total
23 Mar - 24 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Cancun. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 4 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular ...
The Westin Resort & Spa, Cancun
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.
The Westin Resort & Spa, Cancun

The Westin Resort & Spa, Cancun

4 out of 5
Boulevard Kukulcan Km 20 Cancun QROO
Stay at this beach hotel in Cancun. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 4 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular ...
The Westin Resort & Spa, Cancun
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 (1,192 reviews)
The food is disgusting. Hot dogs for breakfast everyday served as ‘sausage’. The pizza dough was raw every time. The stewed chicken had bone shards throughout so really unnerving to eat. Most of the time they served whatever wasn’t eaten the day before. It tasted awful. Fishy taste on chicken, rice, ...

Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026

All Ritmo Cancun Resort & Water Park - All Inclusive
The Westin Lagunamar Ocean Resort Villas & Spa, Cancun

The Westin Lagunamar Ocean Resort Villas & Spa, Cancun

4 out of 5
KM. 12.5 Blvd Kukulcan Cancun QROO
Stay at this beach resort in Cancun. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 4 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,008 reviews)
Great room for families with small kitchen washer and dryer!

Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026

The Westin Lagunamar Ocean Resort Villas & Spa, Cancun
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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