Gulf Coast of Mexico

Travel Guide

The famous pink lakes of Mexico, Rio Lagartos. A magical sight! Pink waters and blue sky, It was like sunset reversed; a feast for eyes! There are plenty of colorful salt lakes near Las Coloradas/Rio Lagartos in the Yucatan peninsula. It is just 2 hours drive away from Chichén Itzá and around 3 hours from Cancun. Public transport is scarce in this part of Mexico. 
We took a rental car and it was an easy and comfortable journey for us :) Once we reached Las Coloradas, we were welcomed by giant white salt mountains. After driving around the salt mountains for some time, we finally found someone local who took us to this beautiful private salt lake. 
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The famous pink lakes of Mexico, Rio Lagartos. A magical sight! Pink waters and blue sky, It was like sunset reversed; a feast for eyes! There are plenty of colorful salt lakes near Las Coloradas/Rio Lagartos in the Yucatan peninsula. It is just 2 hours drive away from Chichén Itzá and around 3 hours from Cancun. Public transport is scarce in this part of Mexico. 
We took a rental car and it was an easy and comfortable journey for us :) Once we reached Las Coloradas, we were welcomed by giant white salt mountains. After driving around the salt mountains for some time, we finally found someone local who took us to this beautiful private salt lake. 
#nature
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Gulf Coast of Mexico
Gulf Coast of Mexico

Where to stay in Gulf Coast of Mexico

Escenica Tower which includes a luxury hotel or resort, general coastal views and a sandy beach

Zona Hotelera

4/5(130 area reviews)

The stunning beaches and fantastic nightlife are just a few highlights of Zona Hotelera. Make a stop by La Isla Shopping Mall or Forum Beach while you're exploring the area.

Zona Hotelera
Beautiful beach in Playa Mujeres

Playa Mujeres

The stunning beaches and fantastic nightlife are just a few highlights of Playa Mujeres. Make a stop by Playa Mujeres Golf Club or Mujeres Beach while you're exploring the area.

Playa Mujeres
Beautiful beach at Caribbean sea in Playa del Carmen, Mexico.

Playacar

4/5(10 area reviews)

Amazing beaches great entertainment and top sights from Playa del Carmen Main Beach to Playacar Golf Club – discover Playacar, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Playacar
Merida Cathedral which includes heritage architecture and night scenes

Mérida Centro

4/5(32 area reviews)

Mérida Centro is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Plaza Grande and US Visa Applicant Service Center while you're in town.

Mérida Centro
Aerial panoramic view of Punta Norte beach, Cancun, Mexico. Beautiful beach area with luxury hotels near the Caribbean sea in Cancun, Mexico.

Punta Cancun

While visiting Punta Cancun, you might make a stop by sights like Forum Beach and Chac Mool Beach.

Punta Cancun
Colorful sombreros on the street in Playa Del Carmen, Mexico

Downtown Playa del Carmen

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Downtown Playa del Carmen, Playa del Carmen Main Beach and Quinta Avenida are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Playa del Carmen
Sunscape Cancun All-Inclusive Resort & Spa by Hyatt

Sunscape Cancun All-Inclusive Resort & Spa by Hyatt

4 out of 5
Zona Hotelera Cancun QROO
The price is €454 per night from 7 Mar to 8 Mar
€454
7 Mar - 8 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Cancun. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (6,252 reviews)
Staff great Maintnance bad on painting and glass cleaning Clean room

Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026

Sunscape Cancun All-Inclusive Resort & Spa by Hyatt
Seadust Cancún All Inclusive Family Resort

Seadust Cancún All Inclusive Family Resort

3.5 out of 5
Blvd. Kukulcán Km.17, Lote 52-04 Cancun QROO
The price is €322 per night from 8 Feb to 9 Feb
€322
8 Feb - 9 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Cancun. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their reviews. Popular ...
7.4/10 Good! (3,002 reviews)
Room was clean , great help full staff. All restaurants should be open daily. 2 hour waits r not acceptable. More staff needed in restaurants. Coarses should come out 5 minutes apart to enjoy appetizers, salad wait 5 minutes, soup wait 5 minutes. Steak tasted like it was boiled then fried, tough ...

Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026

Seadust Cancún All Inclusive Family Resort
Hotel Riu Cancun -  Adults Only - All Inclusive

Hotel Riu Cancun - Adults Only - All Inclusive

3.5 out of 5
Cancun QROO
Stay at this beach resort in Cancun. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (3,721 reviews)
The staff was amazing

Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026

Hotel Riu Cancun - Adults Only - All Inclusive
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
All Ritmo Cancun Resort & Water Park - All Inclusive

All Ritmo Cancun Resort & Water Park - All Inclusive

3.5 out of 5
Km. 1.5 Carretera a Puerto Juarez Cancun QROO
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Cancun. Enjoy free parking, 2 outdoor pools and 5 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
6.4/10 (1,170 reviews)
Great food, relaxing area, we went with our kids of 1,3, and 6 and they had a lot of fun in their water park. The arcade little spot can use a lot of work though. Best and nicest cleaning staff I’ve ever seen in a hotel.

Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026

All Ritmo Cancun Resort & Water Park - All Inclusive
El Dorado Royale, Catamaran, Cenote, All & More Inclusive Adults Only

El Dorado Royale, Catamaran, Cenote, All & More Inclusive Adults Only

5 out of 5
Km 45 Carretera Cancun Playa del Carmen QROO
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Playa del Carmen. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 6 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (571 reviews)
Room was clean and staff was friendly

Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026

El Dorado Royale, Catamaran, Cenote, All & More Inclusive Adults Only
Beachscape Kin ha Villas & Suites

Beachscape Kin ha Villas & Suites

3.5 out of 5
Blvd. Kukulcan Km 8.5 Cancun QROO
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Cancun. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,956 reviews)
Clean. Safe. Quiet. Lovely beach. Palapas. Nice pool. 👍

Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026

Beachscape Kin ha Villas & Suites
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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