The Ritz-Carlton, Cancun

The Ritz-Carlton's 362-room Cancun beachfront property, opened in 1993 and renovated in 2022 with a Viking culinary center.

The Ritz-Carlton, Cancun opened in 1993 on the Cancun hotel zone beachfront and completed a full renovation in 2022. The 362 rooms and suites follow traditional Ritz-Carlton design language with updated bespoke elements from the renovation. Four restaurants anchor the F&B program: The Club Grill, Fa

Key Features

• Private beach access
• Multiple fine dining restaurants
• Ritz-Carlton Spa
• Outdoor infinity pool
• Kids club and family activities
• Wellness and fitness facilities

Dining

• The Club Grill
• Fantino
• Casitas
• El Café Mexicano

Signature Experience

The Viking culinary center — hands-on cooking programming at resort scale, which doesn't exist elsewhere in Cancun's beachfront luxury cluster.

Accolades

Renowned luxury resort; unique culinary center by Viking.

Vibe: Beachfront, Viking-Culinary, Family-Programming, Ritz-DNA

Featured In Our Collections

The Ritz-Carlton, Cancun is featured in 6 of our curated collections:

When to Visit Cancun

Best time: The ideal months for ultra-luxury travel are December and January, featuring perfect weather and festive atmosphere.

Demand: Luxury travellers flock to Cancun during the high season from December to April.

Pricing: Ultra-luxury property prices soar during high season, often doubling compared to low season rates.

Insider tip: Consider booking private yacht charters or exclusive dining experiences to elevate your luxury stay.

Avoid: Avoid September and October due to hurricane season.

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