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Ritz-Carlton Cancun

5.0 of 5
Retorno del Rey 36 | Zona Hotelera, Quintana Roo, Cancun 77500, Mexico
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Ritz-Carlton Cancun
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Rating summary
  • Sleep Quality
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Location
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    5 of 5 stars
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Ashburn, Virginia
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2013 NEW

Let me begin by saying that the hotel is still fabulous, gorgeous, wonderful rooms, great service. Excluding the 2 very, very expensive restaurants, the food was not good and was double the cost of the JW Marriott in Cancun.Mexican Cafe, poolside, room service were all very disappointing. You couldn't eat dinner in the cafe unless you ate before 6:30 pm.... More

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long island, ny
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18 reviews 18 reviews
8 hotel reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
26 helpful votes 26 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013 NEW

We stayed here for 2 days after a week over at Le Blanc. We thought how could we go wrong at the ritz.. First of our room was amazing.. 6th floor ocean front.. Great views!! We changed and hit the pool.. That's we're i noticed issues.. The lounge chairs, umbrellas, tables, the blue cabanas on the beach all disgusting!! Broken... More

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Baltimore, Maryland
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65 reviews 65 reviews
11 hotel reviews
Reviews in 26 cities Reviews in 26 cities
20 helpful votes 20 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2013 NEW

We only leave the property for dinner. The club level serves breakfast, lunch, and wonderful cocktail snacks at dinner. Follow dinner with their desserts and after dinner drinks.....all included . Rooms are large and comfortable...beautiful beach

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Natick, Massachusetts
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4 reviews 4 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2013

The pool area and beach are very nice. The hotel itself and the rooms seem a little dated. Housekeeping struggled to refresh items used on a daily basis. After several calls to get things replaced, eventually they did make a very nice presentation putting flowers and candles around the bathtub and leaving a pitcher of margaritas to make up for... More

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Tucson, Arizona
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2013

I was excited to book a 10 night vacation for my family at the Ritz and JW in Cancun; each a 5 night award using Marriott points. As a Marriott platinum member I had read about affiliate hotels, particularly foreign ones, not honoring all the membership privileges – but hey, its points so I’m OK with that. I was especially... More

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Seattle, Washington
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20 hotel reviews
Reviews in 19 cities Reviews in 19 cities
21 helpful votes 21 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2013

I have never stayed at a Ritz Carlton before so maybe i had unrealistic expectations but I must say I wasn't 'wowed' by this hotel. The rooms were average; nothing special about the bathrooms but I think what disappointed me the most was the complete lack of privacy on the ocean front balcony's on the floors above the 3rd floor.... More

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Hilton Head, South Carolina
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2013

Although the room was clean and well-appointed, service was terrible. I was not able to secure a drink while at the pool or at the beach. It was as if I did not exist. Staff passed by, I waved to get their attention but no one bothered to try to help. When I found the door of my room ajar,... More

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San Francisco, California
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10 reviews 10 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
21 helpful votes 21 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2013

Had me at Welcome. Checking in was quick. We were up to our suite within five minutes. We had a magnificent view of the ocean, hotel grounds, the beach and sunrise was beautiful. The staff remembered our name and were very prompt with anything we requested. Poolside service was wonderful. We reserved a cabana down on the beach and the... More

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Birmingham, Alabama
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40 reviews 40 reviews
12 hotel reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
46 helpful votes 46 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2013

Beautiful ocean, great food, clean property, none of that has changed. However, the mood is not the same. Cheerful greeters, pleasant staff are at an all time low. I have never experienced this at the property. I can almost understand why RC-Cancun has taken a hit in the ratings here. Randomly, a vendor asked me where I was staying and... More

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Atlanta, Georgia, USA
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8 reviews 8 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

My wife and I started our honeymoon at the Ritz Carlton in Cancun, and it has immediately become one of our favorite locations. The hotel right in the middle of the hotel zone, and it is older, ornate, and classic without being overbearing. The club level was always welcoming with great food and outstanding service. The concierge helped plan an... More

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Hotel Summarization (Beta)

What travellers say

  • Club level(36)
  • Breakfast buffet(20)
  • Very good(19)
  • Pool area(16)
  • Would highly recommend(7)
  • Top notch(6)
  • Ocean front(6)
  • Room service(6)
  • Cooking class(5)
  • Best hotel(5)

Additional Information about Ritz-Carlton Cancun

Address: Retorno del Rey 36 | Zona Hotelera, Quintana Roo, Cancun 77500, Mexico
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Region: Mexico > Yucatan Peninsula > Quintana Roo > Cancun
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Beach Business Centre Fitness Centre Free Parking Children Activities Restaurant Room Service Suites Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
#6 Romantic Hotels in Cancun
#11 Family Hotels in Cancun
#11 Top resorts Hotels in Cancun
#12 Luxury Hotels in Cancun
#12 On the Beach Hotels in Cancun
Price Range: $$$
Hotel Class:5 star (5*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Considered one of the most elegant resorts in the world, The Ritz-Carlton, Cancun, reflects Mexico's rich architectural heritage in an atmosphere of magnificent sophistication. Minutes from many lively and leisurely attractions, the resort features 365 guestrooms overlooking the sea, a 1,200-foot beach, sculpted outdoor swimming pools, a full service Spa, an impressive Culinary Center and award winning restaurants. ... more   less 
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