,url-https%3A%2F%2Fwww.tripexpert.com%2Fimages%2Fmarker-fade%402x.png(-86.74657,21.13205)/-86.74767505377531,21.13559952665306,13.795360232357657/1280x214@2x?access_token=pk.eyJ1IjoidHJpcGV4cGVydHdlYiIsImEiOiJja2Fud3l2MDcwbXZ0MndyeGF3eGI3ZWhzIn0.zLqNa1RECyZZadF8zfQM5w)
Playa CaracolvsPlaya Gaviota Azul
Both are rated highly by travel writers. Overall, Playa Caracol is the choice of most writers compared to Playa Gaviota Azul. Playa Caracol comes in at #13 in Cancun with accolades from 2 reviewers including Fodor's, Lonely Planet.
Playa Caracol
Fodor's
Across from Mayafair Plaza, Cancun
From $0/night
Fodor's "The last "real beach" along the east–west stretch of the Zona Hotelera is near Plaza Caracol and the Xcaret dock." Full review
Playa Gaviota Azul Fodor's
Cancun
From $0/night
Fodor's "Closer to Km 9, the waves break up to six feet during hurricane season, making it one of the few surfing spots in Cancún; lessons are offered by the 360 Surf School." Full review
