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Kempinski Hotel CancunvsSandos Cancun
Both hotels are rated very highly by expert reviewers. On balance, The Ritz-Carlton, Cancun is the choice of most professionals compared to Sandos Cancun Luxury Resort. The Ritz-Carlton, Cancun is ranked #1 in Cancun with accolades from 12 reviewers such as concierge.com, DK Eyewitness and Gayot.
Kempinski Hotel Cancun
Fodor's
Concierge
Frommer's
Jetsetter
DK Eyewitness
Star Service
Rough Guide
Gayot
Oyster
Afar Magazine Show All Reviews
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
Sandos Cancun Fodor's Concierge Frommer's Star Service
Condé Nast Traveler
The Telegraph Jetsetter
Travel + Leisure
Boulevard Kukulcan KM 14 Manzana 53 Lote 37 1, Hotel Zone, Cancun 77500
From $139/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Fodor's "The deluxe rooms have balconies, but every room has a view of the ocean or lagoon. The three infinity swimming pools are stunning." Full review
Concierge "View the entire 2011 Gold List of the world's best places to stay ›
Also appeared in the Gold List in 2010, 2009, 2007, 2006, 2005
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Frommer's "Frequented by Europeans familiar with this fine chain of hotels, Le Méridien is among Cancún's most inviting luxury options." Full review
Star Service "This is not a great option for families with young children; however, adults—couples especially—will find favor with this upper-tier all-inclusive resort." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler85.2
"In a landscape of native palms and tropical plants, this Caribbean-style resort offers "understated elegance at reasonable prices" and "staff that make the whole experience memorable"." Full review
The Telegraph7.0
"Fits extensive all-inclusive facilities and five upscale restaurants into a smaller property, creating an intimate adults-oriented atmosphere, with sleek design elements." Full review
Jetsetter "Luxe all-inclusive between the Caribbean Sea and Laguna Nichupte, with four restaurants and a knockout spa." Full review
Travel + Leisure "t’s all about the views at this upscale beach hotel. The exclusive Sandos Cancun is small in size but big in luxury." Full review
