Hard Rock Hotel CancunvsJW Marriott Cancun Resort & Spa
Both properties are highly recommended by writers. On balance, JW Marriott Cancun Resort & Spa scores significantly higher than Hard Rock Hotel Cancun. JW Marriott Cancun Resort & Spa is ranked #4 in Cancun with accolades from 8 publications like Fodor's, Travel + Leisure and The Telegraph.
Hard Rock Hotel Cancun
Boulevard Kukulcan Km 14.5, Cancun 77500
From $451/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
Fodor's
"In keeping with Hard Rock tradition, the property showcases a collection of authentic musical memorabilia and hosts an ongoing schedule of live concerts and celebrity-driven soirees." Full review
Jetsetter
"High-octane beachfront all-inclusive where guests party like rock stars and bed down in beach-facing cribs." Full review
Star Service
"This all-inclusive 12-story resort has always had good bones, and it offers plenty of activities, as well as guest rooms tailored for romancing couples." Full review
The Telegraph
9.0
"An all-inclusive hotel that really does include everything, from top-shelf drinks to live rock concerts on the beach." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"This is, hands-down, Cancun’s coolest all-inclusive hotel." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
"The all-inclusive Hard Rock Hotel Cancun is a party place. The “rock star digs” (as the rooms are called) have private balconies, personal whirlpool tubs, and “sleep like a rock” bedding." Full review
JW Marriott Cancun Resort & Spa
Blvd Kukulkan, Km 14.5, Lote 40-A, Zona Hotelera, Cancun 77500
From $169/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Fodor's
"This is the best place to experience luxury, Cancún style, plus good service." Full review
Concierge
"Slip into the lap pool or gigantic Jacuzzi in this resort's 35,000-square-foot spa and watch the sunset over the lagoonthen... before retreating to your room."
Frommer's
"This remains my favorite resort in Cancún, a refined oasis that offers exceptional service without pretense." Full review
Star Service
"Located next to the Cancun Palace, this 14-story modern international resort ranks right behind the Ritz-Carlton as the best non-all-inclusive hotel in Cancun." Full review
Gayot
"JW Marriott Cancun Resort & Spa has plenty of features for guests looking to unwind and relax, as well as for those in town on business."
Travel + Leisure
"Family-friendly beachfront tower in the heart of Cancún's hotel zone, with an unprecedented level of service for a resort of its size." Full review
The Telegraph
9.0
"Amenities are impeccable: a lagoon-style infinity pool lined with pergola-topped Bali beds, a pool with artificial coral reef for divers and a Mayan-themed spa." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
"Right in the middle of the action in Cancun’s Hotel Zone, the JW Marriott is an upscale escape that puts a premium on space and subtle luxuries." Full review
Forbes Travel Guide
Recommended
"The hotel boasts all the creature comforts you might expect from a beachfront resort: airy public spaces, a serene spa, plenty of quality restaurants, four pools." Full review