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Kempinski Hotel CancunvsJW Marriott Cancun Resort & Spa
Both properties are endorsed by reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, The Ritz-Carlton, Cancun is the choice of most professionals compared to JW Marriott Cancun Resort & Spa. The Ritz-Carlton, Cancun comes in at #1 in Cancun with recommendations from 14 reviews such as Fodor's, Rough Guide and Travel + Leisure.
Kempinski Hotel Cancun
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Retorno del Rey 36, Zona Hotelera, Quintana Roo, Cancun 77500
From $209/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Fodor's "Outfitted with crystal chandeliers, beautiful antiques, and elegant oil paintings, this hotel's elegant style is so European that you may well forget you're in Mexico." Full review
Concierge "The Ritz-Carlton has long been one of Cancún's most luxurious hotels, with a prime location on a quiet street near the Zona Hotelera beaches."
Frommer's "The exclusive Ritz-Carlton fronts a gorgeous white-sand beach, having recently added a significant stretch of sand as part of Cancún's $71-million beach recovery project." Full review
Jetsetter "An outpost of baronial elegance in the heart of Cancun’s hotel zone, with residential-style beachfront and oceanview rooms and activities galore." Full review
DK Eyewitness "One of the most opulent of the resort hotels along Cancún beach. Guests can choose between two pools, a spa offering conventional and Mayan treatments, and six restaurants."
Star Service "Set on the white-sand beach, the E-shaped, peach-colored building rises nine stories above two free-form blue-tiled pools, a 30-foot-long whirlpool and a poolside restaurant." Full review
Rough Guide "The last word in luxury in Cancún: all chandeliers, oil paintings and deep carpeting. Even if it doesn’t seem particularly Mexican, it’s still an impeccably run hotel."
Gayot "With an emphasis on leisurely comfort as well as hospitable excellence, rooms feature marble countertops and baths with rainforest showerheads."
Oyster Kid-Friendly
"The resort's romantic and luxurious vibe is ideal for couples looking to splurge. While the resort is undeniably grand, it's surprisingly unstuffy and young." Full review
Afar Magazine "Mexico's culinary history and repertoire are vast, with significant variations by region. In the Yucatan Peninsula, where Cancun is located, many traditional dishes are informed and..." Full review
JW Marriott Cancun Resort & Spa Fodor's Concierge Frommer's Star Service Gayot
Travel + Leisure
The Telegraph
Condé Nast Traveler
Forbes Travel Guide
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 Telegraph9.0
"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
