Top 10 Beaches
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1. Playa San Francisco and Playa Sol, Cozumel
Two among the many great beaches on Cozumel’s southwest coast: San Francisco and others near it are great for all-round relaxation; Playa Sol is best if you want a beach with loads going on.
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2. Chen Río, Cozumel
The best beach on Cozumel’s rugged eastern shore, with a sheltered cove for lazy swimming, while further along the sands you could even surf. There’s also a beach restaurant worth a special visit.
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3. Paamul
A curving white sand bay with a likable beach bar and cabañas (see Cabañas María del Mar, Isla Mujeres). With over 2 km (1 mile) of beach, the camp site doesn’t obstruct the view, and the sands are never crowded.
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4. Xpu-Ha
Seven bays with some of the coolest, whitest sand, most graceful palms, and most colorful coral on the Riviera. Several are occupied by resorts, but X-4 and X-7, signposted on the Highway, are open to anyone.
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5. Media Luna Bay, Akumal
As the name suggests, “Half Moon Bay” is an exquisite, near-perfect crescent of brilliant white sand and calm sea. The atmosphere is just as tranquil: around it there are condos and villas, and at the north end is the lovely YalKu lagoon (see Laguna Yal-Ku, Akumal).
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6. Akumal Village
The beach in the center of Akumal is a little busier, and behind it there’s a bigger choice of lowkey bars and shops.
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7. Punta Solimán
Shaded by lolling palms, this near-empty beach feels far from anywhere, even though it’s only a dirt-track away from the Highway. A few boats on the sand and the bar (see Oscar y Lalo, Punta Solimán) are the main signs of habitation.
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8. North Beach, Tulum
The beaches at the north end of Tulum are the favorites for anyone who wants to hang out and get to know people in the bargain-basement cabañas . They also have the best view of the ruins (see Tulum Ruins).
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9. South Beach, Tulum
The place for people who want to find some seclusion in Tulum, with longer, broader, whiter beaches, acres of space, and quite luxurious comforts in some cabañas .
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10. Punta Xamach & Conoco
Getting to these remote, deserted beaches involves negotiating the wild, rutted road between Boca Paila and Punta Allen. So, whether this appeals or not may depend on your vehicle.
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