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Photo: Sharon Hahn Darlin · CC BY 2.0Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo · Playa
Plage de Playa del Carmen
Rated 3.8 out of 5 on Google from 30 reviews.
Enjoy a relaxing day at Playa del Carmen. You're in the heart of the Riviera Maya.
- Good water
- Moderate crowds
Photo: Elías Arteaga · CC BY-SA 3.0Coatzacoalcos, Veracruz · Playa
Playa Coatza
Rated 4.1 out of 5 on Google from 319 reviews.
Playa Coatza is a popular beach located in Coatzacoalcos, Veracruz, Mexico, offering a relaxed coastal experience.
- Fair water
- High crowds
Photo: Offthebeatonpath · CC BY-SA 4.0Tulum, Quintana Roo · Cenote
Cenote Calavera
Rated 4.1 out of 5 on Google from 2,445 reviews.
Cenote Calavera offers a serene escape in Tulum.
- Excellent water
- Moderate crowds
Caribe · 21.16° N · 86.85° W
Puerto Cancun, Quintana Roo · Playa
Beach Club Puerto Cancun
Rated 3.2 out of 5 on Google from 13 reviews, too few to be representative.
Visit Beach Club Puerto Cancun in Quintana Roo for a good beach vibe.
- Good water
- Moderate crowds
Golfo · 19.72° N · 90.67° W
Campeche · Playa
Xpicob
Rated 4.0 out of 5 on Google from 149 reviews.
Xpicob is a stunning beach nestled near El Sombreron in Campeche, Mexico, offering a captivating blend of natural beauty, cultural experiences, and diverse activities.
- Good water
- Good for families
Pacífico · 23.24° N · 106.45° W
Mazatlán, Sinaloa · Playa
Onaki Beach Club
Rated 4.0 out of 5 on Google from 183 reviews.
Onaki Beach Club offers a laid-back atmosphere on the beautiful beaches of Mazatlán.
- Good water
- Moderate crowds
Pacífico · 20.65° N · 105.25° W
Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco · Playa
Playa El Salado
Rated 3.8 out of 5 on Google from 47 reviews.
Here, you can enjoy a relaxed day by the ocean.
- Good water
- Moderate crowds
Golfo · 19.18° N · 96.12° W
Playa Villa del Mair, Veracruz · Playa
Playa Villa del Mair
Rated 4.0 out of 5 on Google from 236 reviews.
Playa Villa del Mair is a calm beach perfect for relaxation.
- Good water
- Moderate crowds
Photo: Lyzy30 · CC BY-SA 4.0Juchitán de Zaragoza, Oaxaca · Playa
Playa Vicente
Rated 4.0 out of 5 on Google from 304 reviews.
Playa Vicente, nestled in the heart of Veracruz, Mexico, is a captivating coastal municipality steeped in rich history and natural beauty.
- Fair water
- Low crowds
Caribe · 20.21° N · 87.43° W
Tulum, Quintana Roo · Playa
Playa Santa Fe
Rated 4.0 out of 5 on Google from 526 reviews.
- Excellent water
- Moderate crowds
Golfo · 18.44° N · 93.26° W
Paraíso, Tabasco · Playa
Playa del Sol
Rated 4.0 out of 5 on Google from 872 reviews.
Playa del Sol is a relaxing beach in Paraíso, Tabasco.
- Good water
- Moderate crowds
Pacífico · 23.10° N · 109.56° W
Baja California Sur · Playa
Vidanta East Cape
Rated 3.7 out of 5 on Google from 46 reviews.
Vidanta East Cape offers a luxurious coastal retreat nestled along the serene shores of the Sea of Cortez.
- Good water
- High crowds
Caribe · 20.20° N · 87.46° W
Tulum, Quintana Roo · Cenote
Cenote Aldea Zamá
Rated 3.9 out of 5 on Google from 424 reviews.
Visit Cenote Aldea Zamá for a refreshing swim. Enjoy the natural beauty in Tulum.
- Good water
- Moderate crowds
Caribe · 20.35° N · 87.02° W
Cozumel, Quintana Roo · Playa
Playa Palancar
Rated 3.9 out of 5 on Google from 632 reviews.
Playa Palancar offers soft sands and gentle waves.
- Excellent water
- Moderate crowds
Golfo · 20.66° N · 88.19° W
Valladolid, Yucatán · Cenote
Cenote Toh
Rated 3.7 out of 5 on Google from 97 reviews.
Cenote Toh is a hidden gem near Valladolid. It's perfect for a refreshing swim in nature.
- Good water
- Moderate crowds
Golfo · 18.44° N · 93.23° W
Tabasco · Playa
Playa el Caracol
Rated 3.8 out of 5 on Google from 341 reviews.
Playa el Caracol is a beautiful and accessible beach located near Cancun, Mexico, offering a peaceful contrast to the bustling city.
- Good water
- Good for families
Golfo · 19.22° N · 96.17° W
Heroica Veracruz, Veracruz · Playa
Playa Norte
Rated 3.7 out of 5 on Google from 154 reviews.
Playa Norte is consistently ranked as one of the best beaches in the world, offering a truly idyllic setting with crystal-clear turquoise waters, fine white sand, and swaying palm…
- Excellent water
- Low crowds
Caribe · 20.18° N · 87.45° W
Tulum, Quintana Roo · Playa
Imix Beach Club
Rated 2.8 out of 5 on Google from 18 reviews, too few to be representative.
Enjoy the beautiful beach and tasty food.
- Good water
- Moderate crowds
Photo: Isacdaavid · CC BY-SA 4.0Cozumel, Quintana Roo · Playa
Ocean Beach Cozumel
Rated 2.5 out of 5 on Google from 24 reviews, too few to be representative.
Ocean Beach Cozumel is a laid-back spot by the sea.
- Fair water
- Low crowds
Pacífico · 28.83° N · 111.96° W
Bahía Kino, Sonora · Playa
Posada del Mar
Rated 3.3 out of 5 on Google from 211 reviews.
Posada del Mar is a charming beach hotel nestled along the beautiful Playa Centro in Isla Mujeres, Mexico.
- Excellent water
- Good for families
Photo: Nsaum75 · CC BY-SA 3.0Oaxaca · Playa
Playa Principal
Photo: AlejandroLinaresGarcia · CC BY-SA 4.0Oaxaca · Playa
La Boquilla
A beach on the Pacific coast of Oaxaca. Playa Estacahuite is 2.4 km away, and Playa Panteon is 3.8 km away.
Pacífico · 17.64° N · 101.58° W
Guerrero · Playa
Playa Majahua
Half a kilometer from Cueva del tigre, Playa Majahua is a beach on Guerrero's Pacific coast.
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PlayaBueno catalogues 1000+ stretches of coastline spanning Baja California's surf towns, the Riviera Maya's all-inclusive hotspots, and the quiet coves of the Gulf of Mexico. Listings show Google rating signals, current amenities and plain-language descriptions when those details are available, so you can see what is confirmed before you shortlist a beach.
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