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Playa Norte

4.9 (67 reviews)
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Sabra R.

Rated one of the top 10 beaches in the world for a good reason! Soft sand, incredible clear water. Minimal seaweed all times of year. Can't wait to go back!

Bruno B.

Oh yeah! Fun fun fun! A definite must do while here! The water was warm, music was good and the locals were very friendly to say the.least!

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Jeannie K.

Clearest waters! Best beach in Mexico and by some perspectives, the top 7th in the world. Very calm waves and shallow, warm waters (27-28'C). You can rent beach chairs for around 300 pesos, but I recommend bringing your sunscreen in a bag and setting them on the sand while you swim. We never used our towel and just air-dried afterward. Peddlers walk around selling fruit and ice cream. Get the guaya (Spanish limes) if you like tart tropical fruit - it's like a tart lychee. 50 pesos for a bunch, even though some will ask for 100. I told a girl I had bought it the previous day for 50 ("Los yo compré ayer por cincuenta pesos,") and she sold them to me at 50. If she hadn't, I would've bought it from the next person, maybe even for 40. The beach exit by Ixchel (hotel) gets you to Hidalgo, the main street, right in front of Stingray (restaurant). - Jurassic Park next to it sells delicious churros starting around 3pm. I like the option of 6 churros with a topping for 60 pesos: I asked for crema pasteleria (pastry cream) on the side and chocolate drizzled on top. Go early for the frying oil to be the cleanest; I loved that these didn't leave a nasty oil film in the mouth. Super light and crispy, and they don't skimp on the topping or the cinnamon sugar. The plain ones are 45 pesos for six and the filled ones are 35 pesos each; the filled ones with topping are 55 pesos each. - The Marquesitas (rolled up crepes) just in front are also delicious. Choose two things to put inside (Nutella/banana) for 40 pesos, or three for an extra five pesos (add cajeta, or caramel). Available starting around 4pm. Enjoy the sunset here around 7pm in June/July - and check out the beach walk on the east side of the island for the sunrise at 6am! Start walking southeast around 5:30am from the center and watch the dawn break :)

Vincent C.

This is the best beach on Isla because the water is so beautiful, there's tons of beach clubs, it's easy to get to and the women can wear next to nothing. This is by far one of my favorite beaches of all time and I've been to some pretty awesome beaches. This is a beach that you don't want to miss out on I promise!!!

Nicho S.

Places like these I am learning to give short reviews, because words do not describe the experience. It is beautiful, fun and affordable. Any of us can come experience sections of Cancun. All it takes is a little saving, planning and hard work. Don't take my word for it come experience it for yourself and give me a vote on my review, lol.

Cara R.

The most beautiful beach I have ever seen. I haven't snorkled a lot but the snorkeling here was so much fun for me. We saw a ton of fish. A little puffer, barracuda, porkfish, bluestriped grunt, angelfish, big ass parrot fish, sting rays you name it! Fine sand, shallow water perfect for kids.

Aly W.

This will be formatted a bit different than my other reviews. I love this beach. We both did. But we only loved it in the early morning. Hardly anyone is there except for others working out or enjoying the quiet. I like my beaches quiet. We had gone in the evening and another time in the afternoon and we just aren't interested in being around "drunk people" or having to make our way through boats as quickly as we can. It was like people passed out on the canopy beds, stumbling around, all the college level nonsense you'd expect in Cancun. The beach is stunning white sand. The water, I can't even describe. I've seen so many beautiful bodies of water in my life and this is easily top 5 currently. The fish come right up to you to play and investigate. Hopefully that gives you a sense of when you'll be most likely to go depending on what kind of crowd you like!

Tyler L.

Located in Isla Mujeres, this is a gorgeous beach with crystal blue water and white sand. We got here with a catamaran from Cancun. It is not a secluded beach if that's what you're looking for. This place is actually located right near the dock where all the ships from Cancun come and go. However, it was not crowded at all and was very laid back and relaxing. There are plenty of bars and restaurants and shops close by too in terms of convenience.

Kai C.

I went recently in August for my birthday celebration. It's our second time here, and it still takes my breath away! We rented a golf cart to get around the island. To get to Playa Norte Beach area, we drove towards to the left of the island. Parked our golf cart on the side streets. Just pull up Google Maps and it will tell you exactly where to go. The ocean was crystal clear and warm! Sand is white and soft. You can see fishes swimming by. The water still reaches to my waist even half a mile out in the ocean! This beach does get a bit packed after 2:pm, but there is still plenty of space for all. The boats and yachts are docked near the shore playing music. People dancing and drinking a cold beer in the ocean. Along the beach, there are beach chairs and umbrella rentals, beach bars, and restaurants. I would suggest bringing your own towels, so you can lay out in the sun wherever you want to on the beach.

Matt S.

Where else can you wade out into the water 300 ft and still have your head above water? This is the best sand and and best location in the world. Great beach!!

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Osh K.

The beaches on the island are beautiful. The water is so clear and swimming in it is heaven. Anywhere you are on this beach you can rent chairs and umbrellas. The further you walk the cheaper the prices just keep that in mind

Dani S.

This place is what Cancun is all about! White sand beaches, lots of people, sipping margaritas, with super loud American pop music blasting in the background. We came to the island to hangout on the beach and get a tan. This is the beach we had heard alot about, so we decided to check it out. After all, Cancun is about sun tanning and beach time. The beach was super duper crowded, so many people, hard to even find a spot to put down our towels. Also to rent beach chairs and umbrellas it was $20usd/hour, WTF! It doesn't even cost that much back in the US! The water wasn't very clean due to all the people, and drinks are also very expensive! It was cool to spend a few hours, but compared to other beaches, it's just a bit cheap, and lacks class.

Holly F.

This beach is beautiful! The water is crystal clear and has one of the best sunsets in the world. The water is great for swimming and many boats anchor up near the beach. This is definitely the area of the beach with the most hubbub. You can rent chairs and umbrellas and there are people who will come wait on you. There are also a lot of people walking around selling local items and doing corn rows. In high season it can get pretty crowded. This is definitely a party of the island you must visit!

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This beach was so pretty and barely any seaweed. The water was so clear and the sand was so soft. The water was warm.

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This is by far the best beach on the island, it's definitely a must stop if you are on isla. Many bars and restaurants on or close by too

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We came to Playa Norte after taking the Ultramar Ferry over to Isla Mujeres and it was a beautiful beach!

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Guru Beach Club - Ceviche and guacamole

Guru Beach Club

4.4(29 reviews)
0.3 kmIsla Mujeres

Guru is a regular of mine when visiting Isla. It is the perfect place to relax on the beach and has…read moreexcellent service and facilities. The prices are fair and they provide everything you need to have a great beach (or pool) day. Their signature drink is a favorite of mine. I also enjoy their tuna tartare and guacamole, perfectly seasoned. Give them a try for low key, laid back relaxation.

The GURU beach club is in a great location and the overall service and food are good. However,…read moreguests should be aware that the club includes a SUGGESTED TIP on the RENTAL of beach beds. While tipping for service and food makes sense, it's unclear why a tip would be added to a simple bed rental, since no service is actually provided for that charge. For this reason, guests should double-check their receipts before paying to make sure they are only tipping for the services they actually received. ---- El club de playa GURU está en una excelente ubicación y el servicio y la comida son buenos. Sin embargo, los huéspedes deben saber que el club incluye una propina sugerida en el alquiler de las camas de playa. Aunque tiene sentido dejar propina por el servicio y la comida, no queda claro por qué se agrega una propina al simple alquiler de una cama, ya que no se brinda ningún servicio adicional por ese cargo. Por eso, se recomienda que los huéspedes revisen bien su recibo antes de pagar para asegurarse de que solo están dejando propina por los servicios realmente recibidos. ---- Le beach club GURU est très bien situé et le service ainsi que la nourriture sont bons. Cependant, les clients doivent savoir que l'établissement ajoute un pourboire suggéré sur la location des lits de plage. S'il est compréhensible de laisser un pourboire pour le service et la nourriture, il n'est pas clair pourquoi un pourboire est ajouté à la simple location d'un lit, étant donné qu'aucun service supplémentaire n'est fourni. Pour cette raison, il est conseillé aux clients de vérifier attentivement leur reçu avant de payer afin de s'assurer qu'ils ne laissent un pourboire que pour les services réellement reçus.

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Chimbo's - Beautiful white sand

Chimbo's

3.6(26 reviews)
0.0 kmIsla Mujeres

While driving around Isla Mujeres in a golf cart, we stumbled upon Chimbos by complete chance--and…read morewhat a find it was! We ended up at a dead end where a friendly guy let us know we couldn't go any farther. That's when we noticed we discovered a restaurant perfectly situated near the water, and it turned out to be exactly what we were looking for. The setting is absolutely stunning. Picture crystal blue waters just a few feet from your table. It's the ideal spot to soak in the island vibes while enjoying a meal. The only small downside was the occasional vendor stopping by to sell something or sing, but they weren't pushy, so it didn't take away from the experience. I ordered the agua chile, which was fresh, flavorful, and incredibly satisfying, loaded with perfectly sautéed shrimp. To top it off, I enjoyed an ice-cold Michelob Ultra--such a refreshing pairing. We only had a few hours on the island, but we couldn't have picked a better place to eat by accident. Chimbos delivered delicious food, great service, and breathtaking views. I'd definitely recommend it to anyone visiting Isla Mujeres!

Stay away from this place at all costs! They will rip you off! Went there and had some decent food,…read morepaid my bill and the next day I saw a tip for $50 on a bill that was $25. The staff is rude as Hell too. I love Isla Mujeres and have been going for years but this place gives the people and the island a bad name.

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