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    Playa Norte

    Playa Norte

    (69 reviews)

    Isla Mujeres

    North beach! This is the spot…read more The water has buoys marking the spot for swimmers to swim. The crystal blue waters, the white sand beach. Tequila. Cerveza. This place has it all. The water is pretty calm, so no putting up with massive waves. The pelicans stay a good distance away. There's so many options in staggering distance from this beach for bathrooms, cantinas, drinks, shade, whatever. This is the top end of isla mujeres (island of women.) The other end of Isla Mujeres, across the island from this beach is the easternmost point of Mexico! This beach is free. It's not associated directly with any hotel or restaurant, so anyone can come here, and they do.

    Playa Norte is an absolutely beautiful white sand beach not far from the hustle and bustle of the…read morehotel zone in Cancun. With that said, the actual swimming space on the beach is so narrow that all you can really do is stand in one area with your friends. You're doing no swimming while at this beach. (We were lucky enough to take a boat that anchored right off the beach to allow for swimming there. I'm so grateful for that. But if it's just the sand you're there for you are in luck because it's such a massively deep beach with plenty of space to spread out. There are some umbrellas and beach chairs out, but they're all rentals so be prepared to pay for those, bring your own, or just be out in the sun. There are plenty of vendors roaming the beaches selling ice cream and trinkets. I will leave it up to you if that's a positive or a negative. I think a cold frozen treat on a hot beach day was great. Not so much with the souvenirs that looked like they were made in China. In the end, I'm glad I got to experience Playa Norte. However, if I were to ever return to the island, I think I would spend more time elsewhere on the island than the beach.

    Xcacelito - Inside the Cenote and cave

    Xcacelito

    (3 reviews)

    Supermanzana 57

    Exactly how a beach on your vacation should be!…read more Two words: Tranquil & quiet! If you truly like quiet beaches that are peaceful and away from crowds, head here. Xcacelito is a sanctuary and beach for nesting turtles which is open to the public. The entrance 'fee' is a donation. The beach is breathtaking and one of a kind! The water was warm, pristine and crystal clear. You will not find a lot of folk here all at one time, which is a good thing. You practically feel like you're on a private beach that you own. I couldn't find anything wrong with this destination, except that the beach closes at 4pm and doesn't have much shade. We got here around 1pm. Next time, I would come earlier in the day (it opens at 10) and bring an umbrella but the few hours we spent here was amazing and this was the best beach of the trip. The only thing missing was booze and food. The only food allowed is fruit and water but that is all you really need I guess. Another highlight with this destination, is that It is very close to Dos Ojos Cenote so you can go to both places for a fun day trip. After your Ocean bath, you can enjoy a fresh-water-dip in a beautiful cenote (fresh water sinkhole) situated in the middle of the forest. That is what we did and it made for a perfect ending to our trip. In all, a top quality beach experience. No vendors, no crowds, and no hassles. Definitely leave Playa del Carmen and come here for a beach day. For the nature-lovers out there, this beach and sanctuary is paradise! Tips, Bearings & Points of Interest to keep in mine: * The North end is sheltered for turtle nesting and you will find the coral reefs here perfect for snorkeling. Lots of fish and sea-life to see. * The South end you will find the Cenote and cannot miss the signs.

    Isla Morena - landscaping - Updated August 2026

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