Name: Three Steps Onto the Most Beautiful Beach in Cozumel
Address: cozumel

Superb snorkeling and a laid-back atmosphere makes this Cozumel beach the sort of place visitors stop at for an afternoon and end up staying for a week.

Palancar Beach is situated on Cozumel, an island destination renowned for its snorkeling and diving. The island is part of the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef System, the second largest reef in the world and the largest reef in the Americas. This beach is the quintessential Mexican Caribbean experience, with darting tropical fish visible from the beach, calm water and palm trees.

The wonderful thing about Palancar Beach is that it feels like a private beach. It’s quieter than most other beaches on Cozumel and offers great activities and a calm atmosphere.

Sway in a hammock under the palms and order a margarita from one of the beachside bars. The seafood here is fabulous. Make sure you try the local favorites: ceviche, a seafood dish marinated in citrus juice with chilies or peppers, and filete al mojo de ajo, grilled fish and garlic.

When it’s time to get active, rent some snorkeling gear and simply float out from the beach, or join a dive trip to one of the spectacular nearby reefs.

The beach offers plenty of other water-based activities too, from sea kayaking to paragliding.

Palancar Beach is the perfect place to rejuvenate the mind and body. Book a beachside massage or beauty treatment in one of the resort spas, then find gifts and souvenirs among the local arts and crafts from the small market stalls.

Easy to get to, Palancar Beach is only 20 minutes’ drive south of San Miguel, via the coastal road. Rent a motorcycle or car, or hail a taxi or minivan.

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Tago Tulum by G Hotels

Zona Hotelera

per person

Jul. 1 - Jul. 8

Roundtrip flight included

Edmonton (YEG) to Cozumel (CZM)

9.2/10 Wonderful! (268 reviews)

Great beach walked to meals and shopping definitely would stay here again

Reviewed on May 6, 2024

Kore Tulum Retreat and Spa Resort - Adults Only

Zona Hotelera

per person

Jul. 22 - Jul. 29

Roundtrip flight included

Edmonton (YEG) to Cozumel (CZM)

8/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)

This was actually my first time at al resort at all. I wasn’t sure what to expect. I had heard different things about resorts about all kinds of activities and stuff happening all the time. Lots of laughs and booze. Kore was not that and we were so glad!! My partner and I both needed to rest so for us, this was literally the most perfect place we could have gone. It was quiet, and peaceful. The sea was right beside us and so memorizing. The food was mostly good and the staff were all great! The only negative things we really found was that we didn’t have our own beach. We walked about an half hour to get to a beach. Second thing was the steaks on BBQ night. They weren’t to good. Overall we were very happy though and will likely be back some day. Thank you Kore Tulum. Catharine and John

Reviewed on May 4, 2024

Hotelcoz All Inclusive

Zona Hotelera Norte

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per person

Jun. 16 - Jun. 23

Roundtrip flight included

Edmonton (YEG) to Cozumel (CZM)

7.2/10 Good! (170 reviews)

The staff were great but the property does need updating

Reviewed on Apr. 28, 2024

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Cozumel Snorkel Tour: Coral Reefs, El Cielo & Beach Break®

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Cozumel Reef Adventure with Snorkelling & Lunch

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Cozumel: General Admission to the Mayan Cacao Experience

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Private Jeep Excursion in Cozumel with Lunch and Snorkelling

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