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Paradisus CancunvsHotel Krystal Cancun
Both Paradisus Cancun and Krystal Cancun are endorsed by those who travel for a living. On balance, Paradisus Cancun scores significantly higher than Krystal Cancun. Paradisus Cancun has a TripExpert Score of 82 with endorsements from 7 reviews including Star Service, Travel + Leisure and Oyster.
Paradisus Cancun
Fodor's
Star Service
Gayot
The Telegraph
Jetsetter
Travel + Leisure
Boulevard Kukulcan Km 16.5, Cancun 77500
From $323/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
"Having been remodeled from a Gran Melia to a Paradisus in November 2012, this enormous beachfront hotel resembles a modern Mayan temple." Full review
"This is still a solid conventional resort by Cancun standards, despite the industrial-scale theatrics of its impressive design." Full review
"Mayan-inspired architecture provides an intriguing contrast with this resort's modern amenities."
8.0
"Magnificent indoor gardens adorn the pyramids at Paradisus Cancun, an all-inclusive resort renowned for its outstanding restaurants and remarkable amenities." Full review
"Mayan-inspired megaresort on Cancún’s widest beach, with all-inclusive dining, four pools and a nine-hole golf course." Full review
"From its tropical design to its nine restaurants and seven bars, the charming Paradisus Cancun offers its guests all kinds of amenities for their vacation in paradise." Full review
Hotel Krystal Cancun
DK Eyewitness
Travel + Leisure
Oyster
Star Service
Paseo Kukulcan, Cancun 77500
From $101/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
"More modest and relaxed in style than the biggest resort hotels, the Krystal has an especially attractive terrace and pool area above the beach."
"Situated right next to Party Center, you’ll have the city’s best nightclubs steps from your front door; perfect for late nights out." Full review
Upper-middle-range
"This Mexican-owned hotel is a contemporary, upper-middle-range resort with an all-inclusive option that's popular with Mexican and international guests alike." Full review
"Of course, the hotel's big selling point is its perfect location for nightlife-seekers, just steps from the booming bass speakers of Daddy O's and Coco Bongo nightclubs." Full review
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Avoid the older rooms facing the street, as these are the worst of the lot.