Title: Oceanside, spectacular views, very big 2 bdr condo in Cancun - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire condo # Oceanside, spectacular views, very big 2 bdr condo in Cancun On beach with water park, near Ultramar Ferry Puerto Juárez ## Photo gallery for Oceanside, spectacular views, very big 2 bdr condo in Cancun ![Pool - Oceanside, spectacular views, very big 2 bdr condo in Cancun (Cancún)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33660000/33659100/33659055/74e8ec6b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Pool - Oceanside, spectacular views, very big 2 bdr condo in Cancun (Cancún)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33660000/33659100/33659055/4b2ceaac.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - Oceanside, spectacular views, very big 2 bdr condo in Cancun (Cancún)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33660000/33659100/33659055/0baede5b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Oceanside, spectacular views, very big 2 bdr condo in Cancun (Cancún)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33660000/33659100/33659055/f7aa1b6f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Oceanside, spectacular views, very big 2 bdr condo in Cancun (Cancún)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33660000/33659100/33659055/fadb2ce1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Amara, a spacious Oceanside property, offers a Caribbean Ocean view and access to the local beach. Enjoy beautiful gardens, BBQ areas, and an expansive pool area by the sea with a palapa. This condo features 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms along with amenities like washing machines for added comfort. ## Reviews 8.8 Excellent ### Entire condo 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61399 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Parking available - Beach view - Washer - Barbecue grill ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Oceanside, spectacular views, very big 2 bdr condo in Cancun Our condo has a fantastic location and stunning views of the Caribbean Ocean, as it is a spacious Oceanside property where you have the convenience of our local beach, access the downtown area (typical Mexican restaurants, grocery stores, bars, etc), be within a 5 minutes walk of the Isla Mujeres ferry terminal and have all the Hotel Zone attractions (hotels, restaurants, Wet-n-Wild, ferries, etc) within a short drive. You can have the best of what Cancun has to offer for every taste within 10 to 20 minutes from your vacation home! The condo is part of "Amara" development. In Amara you will find beautiful gardens, BBQ areas, a fantastic big pool area by the sea, a wonderful palapa in the pool and the beach. The condo is a very spacious (130 m2 = 1,400 sqr feet) with 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. We also have a TV area, dining room and living room, all with a great views of the ocean. One of our favorites areas of the condo is our big terrace (14 m2 = 150 sqr feet) with an incredible view (as you can see from some of the photos and read from our reviews) of the Caribbean Ocean, Isla Mujeres and Cancun’s Hotel Zone (we never get tired of having a morning coffee or an afternoon glass of wine with this view). When you rent our condo we will provide you with everything you need for your daily experience: towels, sheets, dishes, glasses, cups, cutlery, etc. We also have washing and drying machines to make your stay as comfortable as possible. Security in the complex is very good as we have a private security team working on-site 24 hours a day. Regarding groceries, we have a convenience store just across the street and a Walmart grocery (named Superama, very much like a Publix in the USA) within a 5 minute drive. Our property manager will make checking in and checking out a very easy experience and can assist you with questions or needs you could have during your stay with us. We really think we can offer you a great experience, with a fantastic location in a brand new complex at a very affordable price. You can take a look at our reviews, people that have stayed with us have been very happy. Families are very welcomed at our condo, with children of any age. For adult only groups (no parents in the grouo), due to our building's bylaws we have a 25+ year restriction regarding all-adult groups. This is a nonsmoking property. We are the happy owners of this condo in Cancun and another one in Playa (VRBO property #693328, check our great reviews!) ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach ### Pool/Spa - Communal pool ### Internet - Available in the condo: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car recommended - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - DVD player - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Elevator - Wheelchair accessibility - Smoking not allowed - Note from host: If smoking: 100€ cleaning fee from damage deposit ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near the ocean ### Things to do - Water park - Cycling nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkeling nearby - Swimming nearby - Theme park nearby - Water skiing nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Unit size: 1,399 square feet ## Similar properties ![Outdoor pool, a heated pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39070000/39069600/39069548/20343d64.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### BEAUTIFUL VILLA ON THE BEST BEACH OF CANCUN Zona Hotelera - Pool - Washer - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 9.6 Exceptional 26 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-22&endDate=2025-12-23&selected=39069548&PinnedHotelID=39069548&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool, a heated pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112780000/112770100/112770060/a3ea6828.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### BEACHFRONT w/Huge pool & private terrace l BBQ I Fast WiFi 2Br Puerto Juarez - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 3 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-22&endDate=2025-12-23&selected=112770060&PinnedHotelID=112770060&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![On the beach, sun loungers, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34010000/34004100/34004066/90bec04b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### CANCUN Beachfront Apartment on the Hotel Zone excellent location Zona Hotelera - Ocean view - Pool - Kitchen - Washer 9.6 Exceptional 22 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-22&endDate=2025-12-23&selected=34004066&PinnedHotelID=34004066&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34010000/34004200/34004172/d43650c2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### HOTEL ZONE AT AFFORDABLE RATES! 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A deposit (through VRBO payment) of US$150 p/month is required ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted If smoking: 100€ cleaning fee from damage deposit ## Important information ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### We should mention A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as Oceanside Spectacular Views Very big 2 bdr Condo in Cancun Oceanside With Spectacular Views Very big 2 bdr Condo in Cancun ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C21.18407%2C-86.80843&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=MsKw65-L46MGW26QnK71NH-vYRg=) Cancún, QROO #### What's nearby - Ultramar Ferry Puerto Juárez \- 1 min walk \- 0.0 km - Gran Puerto Pier \- 3 min walk \- 0.3 km - El Niño Beach \- 13 min walk \- 1.1 km - Séptimo Día Adventist Church \- 4 min drive \- 2.9 km - Puerto Cancun Golf Course \- 7 min drive \- 2.8 km #### Getting around - Cancun Intl. Airport (CUN) - 25 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Coco Café - ‬19 min walk - ‪La Plaza - ‬7 min walk - ‪Barracuda - ‬8 min walk - ‪Portofino - ‬19 min walk - ‪Mi Lucrecia - ‬19 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Oceanside, spectacular views, very big 2 bdr condo in Cancun have a pool? ### Is Oceanside, spectacular views, very big 2 bdr condo in Cancun pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Oceanside, spectacular views, very big 2 bdr condo in Cancun? ### What time is check-out at Oceanside, spectacular views, very big 2 bdr condo in Cancun? ### Where is Oceanside, spectacular views, very big 2 bdr condo in Cancun located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Oceanside, spectacular views, very big 2 bdr condo in Cancun Reviews 8.8 ### Excellent All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 7.4 Cleanliness ### 9.0 Location 10 - Excellent 39 8 - Good 14 6 - Okay 4 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 3 ## Reviews ### 8/10 Good #### David H. Dec 19, 2019 Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great getaway Afternoon cocktails on the balcony is marvelous. Grounds and pool area are spectacular . Very quiet and restful accommodations. ##### David H. Stayed 13 nights in Dec 2019 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mauricio R. Aug 2, 2017 #### Great place to stay! We had a very pleasant stay, The apartment was very clean and enough space to accommodate all in our group, the complex is kept Very clean at all times. Owner made all the reservation process very easy and responding to all questions really quick even made a word document with different suggestions on what to do in the area, directions, etc. Apartment manager (Bego) was on time waiting for us to provide details on the apartment at check in, There was a couple of items we had questions on the following day and she was always available on her cell phone. We would definitely return in the future! ##### Mauricio R. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Selene S., Houston, Tx May 11, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent Place I really recommend this place. I give it a 5 stars because I had no issues at all with the condo. Pool was very clean and pool water temperature was great. We enjoyed the pool every night and happy it closed at 11pm. Ultramar Ferry was like 5 min walk from the condo. Puerto Santo restaurant is a great place to eat. Bego was very helpful and was able to answer all my questions and concerns and will reply back quick. I will definitely be staying here again. ##### Selene S. Stayed 3 nights in May 2022 ### 6/10 Okay #### Nikki W. Mar 21, 2018 #### Good Value The condo was very spacious but needed attention. The furnishings were a bit worn: vanity trim falling off, shower scum apparent, cracked dishes. The price was very good so if you are able to overlook these issues then it is a great place to stay. The exterior of the property was well maintained. ##### Nikki W. Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2018 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Yi F., Houston, texas Mar 31, 2016 #### Great stay! Lovely property for our spring vacation. Very close to the ferry. BTW you can get very good exchange rate at the ferry terminal, much better than the airport. Isla Mujeres is a must visit if you stay here. Round trip ferry ride is about ten dollars per person. The North beach is just lovely. We arranged private tours to Xcaret and Chichen Itza and did not rent a car. Suprarama by Walmart is very close by and cost seventy peso one way by taxi. The property is very clean with beautiful view. The on site restaurant just changed vendors and the owner is super nice. ##### Yi F. Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2016 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### June R. Jan 22, 2014 #### WI The property is beautiful, condo is as pictured. Restraunt on site is in expensive and good food. Beach is not for sunning. Lots of fishermen, more of a boat landing. Pool is wonderful. A bit of Spanish is needed for getting around the area. Most travel needs to be by car or taxi. A bit far from hotel zone. Great place if you plan to spend at condo and go to the island. Owner of Restraunt speaks English and is very helpful. Very secure and safe property. Great for relaxing and hanging by the pool. I would return. ##### June R. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sai Prasad S. Jul 8, 2014 #### Excellent Condo with Views and Peace The condo is spacious for our family of 6 adults. All the amenities are excellent including security. We had a great time at Amara. First two days we enjoyed the facilities such as pool, beach walking (although small) and walking up to Ferries. The Fish market and Fruit market are in walking distance. We found delicious Mangos, Custard Apples and Avocados at a very reasonable cost. It is highly advisable to have a rental car because most of the tour buses to places of interest leave from the hotel zone. Although there are Taxis on the main street, it is difficult to communicate unless you know Spanish. Lorena, the owner was very helpful in providing information and assistance. She responds to requests fast by mail and you could reach her easily by phone. We highly recommend this condo for families planning to spend quite time and enjoy the beauty of Cancun. ##### Sai Prasad S. ### 8/10 Good #### Bruce R., Lincoln, CA, USA Feb 16, 2019 #### Nice large clean place with nice views Nice large clean condo with nice views of the property and ocean. The condo is in a secure condo community, large beautiful pool, cabana, on site restaurants. Large deck with great view. The location is approximately 15 miles from Cancun which is not a problem is you have a car. Direct route on major roads. Wal-Mart supermarket is a mile away. The only problem with the condo was the degrees of the hot water. We wanted it hotter so they turned up the water heater. The only additional problem was the lack of hot water in the kitchen unless you first turn on the hot water in the guest first. We reported the problem. Lorena was very nice and accommodating. This was a good value unless you want to be on hotel zone. Very safe, substantial security. ##### Bruce R. Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2019 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Kay W. Aug 30, 2022 Liked: Check-in, communication, location Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy #### DON'T RENT THIS PLACE... IT'S DISGUSTING I've stayed in several short-stay rentals. I usually choose the cheaper places because I prefer to spend my money on excursions. So, I'm not surprised when the place that I rent is a little outdated... but this place was filthy and infested with ants. There also was no hot water in either of the bathrooms. All of the walls were white and dirty. The glass shower door were so filthy that you couldn't see through them and the shower floors were slimey. The blue dish drain in the picture is covered in mildew and the utensils had food caked on them. I wish this review allowed me to post pictures because I took several. DON'T RENT THIS PLACE!!! ##### Kay W. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Richelle G. Jul 9, 2018 #### Beautiful ocean front property! We enjoyed our stay at Amara Condos. Bego was very accommodating and friendly. As mentioned in previous posts, be sure to bring your own shampoo and conditioner. In addition, if you wish to do any laundry, be sure to bring some detergent packets or be prepared to buy some at the market. Unfortunately for us, we had 4 straight days of rain due to a tropical storm, but that was a unique experience in and of itself. We enjoyed looking out to the ocean and were happy with our stay. The bar staff were great and really friendly. The beach is not really a beach. It seems like sand is poured on cement, but the pool is amazing. If it were better weather, we would have used it much more! It would be nice to have a rack for hand towels in the bathrooms and a rack or shelf in the shower so that you do not have to put items on the floor. The master bathroom shower was clogged. I was quickly standing in a large puddle of water, but my husband was able to clear it on our 2nd day. ##### Richelle G. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dipin O. Aug 20, 2016 #### Nice place Our stay at Amara cancun condos was excellent! It just felt like home with all the amenities the condo had. We enjoyed the bedrooms as it was very comfortable. The kitchen had all the gadgets we needed. The living room was a good size for our 2 year old to run around. The view from the balcony was simply spectacular. We did not rent a car after we saw the driving situation in cancun and hired a cab for our travels. The taxis are reasonably priced if you can bargain. I would recommend learning basic spanish for numbers and alphabets that helps for you to tell them how much you think is a good price. We tried the gym and loved the view from the treadmill :) . The pool was really nice and not much crowded. Good security. One recommendation is that you remember the apartment number and it will be easier getting into the community. The security guards were very polite and helpful (they called our taxis). It was quite a saga getting into cancun and we were very late while we arrived at the property. We were 2 groups flying different airlines and ended up in 2 terminals. The cell phones were not functional and we had to spend a lot of time trying to group together. The property manager was very patient and waited until we reached there. She was also reachable through whatsapp whenever i had questions. I recommend this place. ##### Dipin O. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 6/10 Okay #### Todd P. Apr 13, 2016 #### Adequate Condo in Secluded, Beautiful Location Most important: If you don't speak Spanish, we DO NOT recommend this location. We relied on Google Translate to communicate with guards, taxi drivers, etc, which was challenging. This location is relatively secluded in a residential area and a 20 min taxi ride to Hotel Zone, which will cost $15 US each way. The condo community is very secure with two guard stations. The guards were very helpful. The grounds are beautifully maintained, and the facility is extremely clean. The pool is awesome! The restaurant is experiencing growing pains, but has the potential to be nice in the future. Food is average and service is slow right now. The beachfront is VERY small and rough. This was a disappointment for us. The condo is adequate, spacious & clean. The condo had some maintenance issues that we are bringing to the attention of owner since property manager did not respond to our inquiries. The view of the ocean and grounds from our balcony was outstanding. There was a constant warm breeze that was relaxing and peaceful. The ferry is a 10 min walk away, which is convenient. Otherwise, there is nothing to do in this area. We would recommend this location to adult travelers who are looking for a getaway that is secluded from typical vacation activities. It is not suitable for those who want to spend time on the beach and have access to conveniently located restaurant options. ##### Todd P. ### 2/10 Terrible #### Jackie H. Dec 26, 2022 Liked: Check-in Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Worst VRBO we ever stayed at Where do I begin? Our stay was close to being a nightmare. Every day it was something else. The first night we showered and the water stunk. It took us 5 to 10 minutes to get hot water while we were there and then halfway through the shower the water would be cold. The kitchen was greasy and the cooking ware had dry food on it. We had a smidge of salt and no pepper but we hesitated to use it anyway because the shakers were so dirty. One morning there was a pool of water at the entrance to the master bedroom. We couldn’t figure out where the water had come from because it was in the middle of no water source. We left for a few hours and came back to find three people cleaning up the water. Then we had no water at all for a few hours. The showers definitely needed to be recaulked and one of the fixtures fell off when we were trying to use the shower. The microwave was in the dining room which was quite inconvenient and the mop and bucket and other cleaning utensils were in a corner of the kitchen. There was an no curtain or anything to hide them they just were right out in the open. The dish strainer was covered in water residue as was the counter and some food was in it also. We actually ended up buying a new pan to make breakfast in. After the water incident we tried to get a hold of the property manager who had said she was going to be coming over that evening but she never came and we were unable to reach her by phone for the remainder of our stay. You need to be aware that if you want to watch TV but do not speak Spanish you’re out of luck. The lightbulb in the master bathroom with burnt out and the hairdryer in the master bathroom was broken. We left two days early and stayed in a hotel. . this is not a place that you would enjoy staying at in the conditions that we experienced. ##### Jackie H. Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Lisa B. Jun 14, 2016 #### Impressive property, perfect for Spanish speaking family of 3-5 We enjoyed our stay at Amara condominiums. The unit was very spacious and the view from the patio balcony is incredible. Having a kitchen was very convenient and the bathrooms were updated and very accommodating. The pool area is remarkable and never crowded while we were there. Humberto was very quick to answer and gracious when we had questions prior to our travel. Understanding that we were in Mexico and the official language is Spanish, I was under the impression that English was commonly spoken at the condominium complex, at least to some degree. If you do not speak Spanish this may not be the vacation rental for you. I speak limited Spanish but NO ONE on property spoke English nor were they interested in taking time to work with me to figure out what we needed. We spent the first two hours of our vacation looking for someone to get us onto the property (not one Of the guards spoke English and were quick to tell us we couldn't come into the property) or into the unit (once we got onto the property no one knew who/where the property manager was and when we did find someone she did not speak a word of English). We were told the property manager we expected was assisting another guest and that it was the gate guards' first day on the job, but I have a hard time believing it was everyone's first day and I never did meet Bego, the property manager I had spoken with previously. Forget asking for directions to anything. After about 3 days of coming and going the gate guards stopped giving us a hard time. I guess they finally recognized us. We very much enjoyed the ferry to Isla Mujeres and our visit there. It was an incredible day. The ferry is within walking distance but I wouldn't recommend it. My family did not feel safe enough to walk there. If you stay at this property and intend to see much of Cancun you will need to rent a car, which is an experience in itself. Overall, a very nice property but if you do not speak Spanish or do not intend to brave driving the colorful streets of the city you should probably consider staying at a property in the hotel zone where there is readily available public transportation and an English speaking concierge or manager. ##### Lisa B. Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2016 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Chimene O. Apr 8, 2014 #### Let me start by saying we stayed for a month.... and yes I would return :-) The unit is on the 5th floor and has both East and West beautiful views. The morning sun on the patio and the evening city lights out the west facing bedroom windows. The condo is just as shown, it is very spacious, with room on the floor for odds and ends, such a back packs, pool toys etc. There are no extras such as a hair dryer, shampoo, lotion laundry soap, etc. There was internet in the unit... Big Bonus!!!! Yay!!! There is also internet around the pool but it did drop connection every time we were down there :-( Oh my bad on the extras, there was a cooler on wheels available to keep your drinks and foods cold when sitting by the pool) There are two large sectional couches to relax on, one as seen in pictures looks out to the beautiful view. The other one is actually located closer to the entry door and faces the large flat screen TV. This has a pull out ottoman which could also convert this couch into a bed, but there is no extra bedding. On the TV, the channel guide is tricky as some channels in the guide will show the title in spanish but when you turn to that channel the show is spoken in english.. We watched a lot of the channels in the 200's & 400's also note that the prime time shows come on late. Hubby also watched hockey everyday, I don't know what that channel was.. lol Do not adjust the shower drain... The biggest Cockroach I have ever seen came up the drain and scared the crap out of me!... "No I didn't open it," my husband did.... He's always touching stuff :-) and has me scolding him after. :-) lol The water presser was low one day but I think that was due to the power outage which only lasted a hour or so... if that? The patio is very large and comfortable with beautiful views of the hotel zone. We spent many nights out there watching the lit up Captan Hook cruise ship float by around 7pm. It boards nearby as does the Isla Mujeurs ferries. (walkable) We had two in our party and had we had more people in our party I would have preferred a extra set of towels.. Maybe even the large beach towels from Costco. The walk to the pool was closer than the pics make it look. Nice gym with ocean view! Suggestions for this condo, add a hair dryer, some microwaveable bakeware pans, 2 bikes (which could be purchased used), larger beach towels, pool/beach toys/floaties, a small hand broom to sweep off the couches. (I only suggest these items as I met a lot of other visitors and their units had some if not all of these for the same price.) ##### Chimene O. ### 4/10 Poor #### Verified traveller May 14, 2023 Liked: Location Disliked: Cleanliness #### Sehr schöne Aussicht aber Appartement im schlechten Zustand Das Appartement ist groß und hat eine tolle Aussicht allerdings ist es im sehr schlechten Zustand und muss dringend renoviert werden. Der Herd war sehr schmutzig voller Fettflecken und Pfannen und Töpfe gehören entsorgt. Kein einziges Willkommensgeschenk. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### lilia s. Jan 14, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Es un lugar muy lindo y todo está muy bien Estuvimos 5 días y se nos fue el tiempo súper rápido, era muy cómodo y bonito disfrutamos la estancia ahí ##### lilia s. Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Michael B. Oct 7, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy #### Wonderful view and nice pool area We loved how clean the place was and how fast the property manager answered when we had a question. The gardens and the pool area were also very nice. We had kids with us so it was a little frustrating when we found out that we couldn’t have inflatables in the pool (it was almost empty most of the time!). We couldn’t use the gym although the listing offered the gym as one of its perks (the manager explained that this was a new rule). The convenience store right across the street from the condo came in handy since there is not a lot to walk to... we didn’t rent a car but public transportation and taxis made it easier. Was also great to have the boat to Isla Mujeres so close. Overall, we had a nice experience and the cost/benefit was fair. ##### Michael B. Stayed 15 nights in Sep 2021 ### 8/10 Good #### Pip M. Sep 5, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy #### EXCELLENT CHOICE EXCELLENT CONDOMINIUM COMPLEX ##### Pip M. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021 ### 2/10 Terrible #### jose l. Jul 3, 2021 Liked: Location, listing accuracy Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in #### Third time staying there and very disappointed!!! This place used to be very nice 5 years ago but it is a mismanaged s\*\*\* hole now. First off there is no spraying for mosquitoes and they will eat you alive inside your condo or out. Second this place has more rules than a convent!!! Security will not let you play with any beach ball or play any kind of music by the pool. The condo me and my family ( total of 11 people) had ants inside rooms. There was also a natural gas leak that some residents did not have gas for a couple of days. The pool looked like they barely serviced it!! All in all. I will stop recommending this place and will be my last time staying there. I was told by a couple of security guards that some owners that reside there don’t really like them renting out to VRBO. Don’t spend your time or money on this place. There are very similar prices even in the hotel zone. ##### jose l. Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Efrain M., Brighton, CO (USA) Apr 22, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing Experience! This place was everything we had hoped for and even more. Very comfortable, super clean, an incredible view, easily accessible and extremely secure. Would definitely book this place again and again. Very recommended A+++ Thank you! ##### Efrain M. Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2021 ### 8/10 Good #### Terri R. Mar 7, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cancun fun The place we stayed was great; however our electricity went out the night before we left and was still Out when we vacated. However, overall it was very nice. ##### Terri R. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Valerie S. Feb 19, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Enjoyed our stay! Great location and accommodations! We were 4 ladies enjoying a short vacation and I truly appreciated the security at this condo. Security at the front gate and security in the building where the condo was located. The grounds were beautiful and so was the pool. It was nice having a bar/cafe right by the pool and the restaurant just a few steps down the beach was wonderful! The condo itself had everything you need for a great stay and the view was wonderful. This place is not located in the Hotel district which I enjoyed because of the peace and quiet. The ferry was just a couple block from the condo, comfortable walking distance which was great since we went to the island for a day trip. Overall, we enjoyed our stay! ##### Valerie S. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Laura F. Nov 15, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely place . Clean, safe very professional staff. Excellent ##### Laura F. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mary J. Mar 22, 2019 #### Fabulous location, great view wonderful condo! The Amara Cancun is a great location with wonderful amenities. The condo is large and comfortable with good internet access. We really enjoyed our stay the beds were comfortable, view amazing, kitchen appliances and washer/dryer were new. There is everything you will need for a great vacation in Cancun. Near the hotel zone, the Puerto Juarez Ultra Mar ferry dock, El Meco ruins and Isla Blanca ##### Mary J. Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2019