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Sheltered, shallow Caribbean waters with a wide sandbar and steady lifeguard presence just minutes from Cancún's medical centers.
Caribe · 21.26° N · 86.75° W
What to know
Playa Norte consistently ranks among Mexico's safest beaches thanks to its natural sandbar that keeps waves gentle and depths shallow for long distances. The island's quick boat links to Cancún ensure rapid access to clinics, while lifeguards monitor the busiest stretches near the main access points.
About this listing
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The details
| Wave conditions | Shallow, calm waters |
|---|---|
| Amenities | Lifeguards, Beach Clubs, Restaurants, Restrooms, Shade Rentals |
| Water sports | Swimming, Snorkeling |
| Getting there | 20 minutes by ferry from Cancún plus a short walk or taxi |
| Nearest airport | Cancún (CUN), about 30 km as the crow flies |
From the ground
Before you go
December to April.
20 minutes by ferry from Cancún plus a short walk or taxi
Playa Norte offers the following amenities: Lifeguards, Beach Clubs, Restaurants, Restrooms, Shade Rentals.
Our listing data puts crowds at Playa Norte as moderate. Busy at times, rarely packed.
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21.2596° N, 86.7517° W
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Hotel occupancy · Isla Mujeres
DataTur hotel occupancy for Isla Mujeres (Quintana Roo). Busy months mean fuller hotels; quiet months mean more room on the sand.
Occupancy averages about 68% in February. Book ahead.
Occupancy averages about 37% in September, so rooms are easier to find.
In 2024: busiest February (68.3%) · quietest October (33.2%)
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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