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Playa Las Perlas is a lovely spot in Cancún. Enjoy a day of sun and sea.
Caribe · 21.16° N · 86.80° W
What to know
Playa Las Perlas is a beautiful beach located in Cancún. The water is clear and inviting, perfect for a swim. You can find good food options nearby and shade from the sun. Enjoy some water sports, like snorkeling or kayaking, while you're here.
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About this listing
Compiled from Google Places and community tips. Ratings and review counts come from Google Places; beach conditions and facilities can change. Last updated September 2026. Send a correction
The details
| Good for families | Good |
|---|---|
| Food nearby | Good |
| Parking | Limited |
| Water sports | Snorkeling, Kayaking, Swimming |
| Nearest airport | Cancún (CUN), about 15 km as the crow flies |
Guides · Quintana Roo
Calm, easy beaches for a day with kids
Protected bays and calm swimming spots
Beach clubs and food on the sand
Before you go
Our listing data rates Playa Las Perlas "good" for families. A reasonable pick with kids, but the sea changes day to day: check the flags and the lifeguard post when you arrive.
Our listing data rates the water at Playa Las Perlas as excellent. Visibility and conditions shift with weather, swell and sargassum, so check locally before you swim.
Parking at Playa Las Perlas is limited. It's recommended to arrive early, especially during peak season.
Our listing data puts crowds at Playa Las Perlas as moderate. Busy at times, rarely packed.
Our listing data rates food options at Playa Las Perlas as good. A few places to eat close by.
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Hotel occupancy · Cancún
DataTur hotel occupancy for Cancún (Quintana Roo). Busy months mean fuller hotels; quiet months mean more room on the sand.
Occupancy averages about 81% in March. Book ahead.
Occupancy averages about 66% in September, so rooms are easier to find.
In 2024: busiest February (82.8%) · quietest September (62.4%)
January 2024 to December 2024, 0–100% occupancy scale.
Source: Official hotel occupancy statistics from DataTur (SECTUR Mexico). Aggregated across registered lodging categories.
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