Moon Palace CancunvsHard Rock Hotel Cancun
Both Moon Palace Cancun and Hard Rock Hotel Cancun are praised by travel writers. On balance, Hard Rock Hotel Cancun ranks marginally higher than Moon Palace Cancun. Hard Rock Hotel Cancun ranks #17 in Cancun with recommendations from 6 reviews including Jetsetter, Travel + Leisure and Star Service.
Moon Palace Cancun
Carretera Federal 307 Km 340, Cancun 77500
From $687/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
Jetsetter
"Upscale take on the all-inclusive megaresort, with a superlative spa and Jack Nicklaus–designed golf course." Full review
Star Service
"Located on the southern coast close to the airport, just south of the Westin, this enormous, sprawling destination resort represents the epitome of industrial-grade, mass-market resort tourism." Full review
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Because of the resort's huge size, anyone seeking what would be a simple request in most hotels—more towels, room relocation—can expect to run into a brick wall.
Travel + Leisure
"Cancún’s beachfront Moon Palace resort is putting a little luxury back into the all-inclusive model." Full review
Oyster
All-Inclusive
"A gigantic all-inclusive luxury resort along Cancun's Mayan Riviera... But if you aren't bothered about the beach, this place is tough to beat." Full review
The Telegraph
6.0
"With endless activities for families and an on-site golf course, it's a destination in and of itself." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"This Cancún all-inclusive is great for families looking for a relaxing getaway with something for every member of their crew"
Travel + Leisure
"The resort is split into two sides, the Nizuc side offers a more tranquil feel and the Sunrise side scratches that active, lively itch. Either way, you'll have access to the entire property"
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