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Hard Rock Hotel CancunvsLive Aqua Beach Resort Cancun

Both hotels are rated very highly by writers. On balance, Live Aqua Beach Resort Cancun ranks significantly better than Hard Rock Hotel Cancun. Live Aqua Beach Resort Cancun is ranked #3 in Cancun with approval from 8 sources including Star Service, Forbes Travel Guide and Travel + Leisure.

Hard Rock Hotel Cancun
8/10
Boulevard Kukulcan Km 14.5, Cancun 77500
From $451/night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Free Breakfast
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Fodor's 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 Jetsetter
"High-octane beachfront all-inclusive where guests party like rock stars and bed down in beach-facing cribs." Full review
Star Service 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 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 Travel + Leisure
"This is, hands-down, Cancun’s coolest all-inclusive hotel." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler 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
Live Aqua Beach Resort Cancun
8/10
Boulevard Kukulcan Km. 12.5 Zona Hotelera, Cancun 77500
From $380/night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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Fodor's Fodor's
"Expect soothing hues, large airy rooms, and a resident DJ spinning tunes that perfect the Zen vibe." Full review
Concierge Concierge
"Suites have slick entertainment gadgets and multiple mirrors reflecting the blue sky outside the balcony doors... what really sets this resort apart is its food."
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Star Service Star Service
"Along with a few newer standouts, Nizuc Resort and ME Cancun, it is a steadfast option that remains one of Cancun's go-to resorts for style hounds and fashionistas." Full review
Frommer's Frommer's
"The all-inclusive Live Aqua is one of the most stylish resorts in the Hotel Zone -- New Age music emanates from each corner, behind every palm tree, and around the eight tempting pools." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"Located at the corners of every floor, Live Aqua suites open onto oversize terraces with private Jacuzzi pools." Full review
The Telegraph The Telegraph
8.0
"This adults-only hotel appeals to all the senses through a menu of scents, personalised music, comfort-filled rooms and rave-worthy cuisine, as well as its spectacular Caribbean beach." Full review
Forbes Travel Guide Forbes Travel Guide
Recommended
"It’s a modern, adults-only hotel that aims to pamper you stylishly." Full review

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