We came here cause this was in the hotel zone, very close, enough that we could walk here from our…read morehotel! You pay $4 to get in then you can walk the grounds and see these old Mayan ruins! Amazing to think these were built so long ago! It's not huge maybe a quarter of a mile long, you just walk around, lots of iguanas sunbathing! It was pretty hot there, so wear sunscreen and bring a hat!

Located at the start of the hotel zone, right across the street from Playa Delfines. Its a quite…read morelil spot with an entry fee of MX 70 per person (credit cards accepted). They are not the most popular spot for Mayan ruins but its easily accesible if you do not have the time to visit Chichen Itza. There are around 40 stone structres and you need to do your own research. There are not many signages or information next to the structures. You will see a lot of iguanas in this location. An interesting location to explore if you are in the hotel zone. Do not miss it.

The Simbolo Fonatur is a cool, quick stop as you enter and exit the Cancun Hotel Zone. If you're…read morelike me - and love capturing unique markers or signs - this one's for you. The greenery is well-kept and watered. In fact, the sprinklers were running when I arrived. Parking is scarce and no restrooms exist, but it's a great start to any visit of Cancun and it's famous "Hotel Zone." Minus one-star for the complete lack of amenities, but - nevertheless - it's a great backdrop to tag any visit to Cancun.

Welcome to Quintana Roo! Here's a flower! This is a cool…read moreblue sculpture by the artist Sebastian. He's a Mexican sculpture that San Antonians know well- he did the giant red International Torch of Friendship on S. Alamo by Rivercenter Mall. He also did the gate in the recently renovated roundabout by the San Antonio Public Library. His sculptures are monumental, with metal painted in bright colors and bent and curved in ways that make it seem almost organic. This flower brightens any traveler's day as they pass it on the busy road that takes you by it. At night, it's illuminated. This artist has done large scale sculptures all over the world representing Mexico's design and culture in the USA as well as Japan. San Antonio seems to be sister cities with a lot of the cities that Sebastian seems to be involved with.

The Mayan entrance to the Hotel Zone. These serpents…read moreprotect the guests at the hotels in Cancun. Go along with them, and I'm sure you'll do fine. Just don't cross em, right? These snakes all stand at guard, with their tails in the air, forming a traffic circle that almost looks like an astrological calendar with snakes. I believe this is the same serpent god as Quetzcoatl in Teotehuican. The heads of the snakes are like what you seen in local archaelogical sites like the Palace of the Thousand Columns in Chichen-Itza. They spray water out during the day, and are illuminated at night.

The food was decent and the service was good…read more I got the ceviche which was a large portion. The avocados were a bit brown and the ceviche tasted ok but not super freshest. The chips were pretty good and the salsa had a kick! The area is a bit touristy so prepare to be hassled a bit as you walk around with people pushing menus in your face. The piña colada was sweet but tasty and the XL version is pretty big! As others on reviews from other sites mention, they add a 20% service charge without explaining it (hand written bill) and then asked for more tips at the end. Decent service but definitely not worth 35-40% tip - I wish their business was more honest. Here's a reminder to always check your bill!

Small underrated place that's an easy quick stop if you have a car. I wouldn't say this is the most…read moreimpressive ruins ever, but for a few dollars admission, they have quite a bit there, plus safe guarded parking, restroom facilities, and a view of the ocean

Decided to do something a little less touristy. El Meco proved to be a Beautiful site of Mayan…read moreruins. Employees very nice and happy to have visitors. Newer buildings, it looked like they just finished construction of the office and bathrooms. The ruins themselves are smaller but good explanation of what we were looking at, and a great learning experience. Easy and safe parking, and the price for the entrance was worth the trip.