Is September/October a good time for a vacation in Cancun, Mexico?

Question

We're looking for a nice resort vacation around the end of September, early October. We have two kids and will be flying from NY. Any recommendations (both on region, and specific child-friendly resorts) for that time frame will be highly appreciated!

Answer 1

Two years ago I was in Cancun in mid-September for ten days right after Ivan--yes, you'll be going in hurricane season, so BUY TRAVEL INSURANCE and go through a reputable agency like beachdestinations.com or apple.com and the like.

We stayed at the Royal Solaris Cancun--it was good, but firmly 3 stars. Best coffee ever, but the whole place was mostly for drunks and kids, not great for quiet relaxation. However, Cancun was GREAT and really beautiful. The lightning and storms over the ocean ever night were fantastic. Get a beach view and don't skimp out and get a lagoon view.

The beaches were black flagged (can't wade or swim) but we still went on good snorkelling excursions and boating trips--water completely unaffected, even by a really big storm.

Last year, in late September, we forked over a few more bucks and went ~2hrs from Cancun to TULUM and stayed at the SUNSCAPE TULUM. About 3 mins from the ruins and the cute town of Tulum. SOOoooooo much more to do than when we were in Cancun where everything was a three hour bus ride away. Cheaper too.

The resort was the most amazing place I've ever been to--subtle, upscale mexico with lots of outdoor areas. More 5-star motel than high-rise hotel. The food was the best all inclusive anyone could ever ask for--I was NEVER disappointed. The service is prefection. The place is immaculate and the maids/fridge stockers/landscapers are never seen but always make an impression--perfect again.

They do have room service, the bars have premium liquor, the a la carte restauraunts (delicious) don't always require reservations (low season) and there is plenty of free parking if you decide to rent your own car. The buffet choices were varied and quite good, we never tired of it, but the Italian and Sushi restauraunts must NOT be missed! They beaches are beautiful and well maintained, AND, they have their own fresh-water cenote! The rooms are spacious and comfortable, but very few have ocean views. A small price to pay for all the other plusses. The smallish pool is ~1/4 salt water and usually very warm, a little too warm on really hot days--but then there is the cenote, which is COLD. Waiters will bring you copious amounts of drinks, towels, food (and whatever else you can think of) at the pool or on the beach. They have an outdoor theatre, a great water sport center that includes scuba instruction and tours, a spa (lame), and a whole building just for kids. Lots of organized activities, but you're never forced to participate.

Kids shouldn't miss Xel-Ha (I loved it too and it was my first snorkel experience--go for the all inclusive route) and older kids/adults shouldn't miss a cenote dive and yal-ku lagoon (must bring all of your own stuff). I'd go to the Sunscape Tulum for every vacation if I could! And September/October is usually just fine!

Have a BLAST!

Answer 2

Cancun is an open entrance to your dream vacation only such as this place hotelbye for getting there. Cancun boasts state-of-the-art resort services one of the greatest clubs, bars, and centers just a few legs far from the many lovely beaches on earth.Among the areas you need to see may be the Isla Mujeres. Here, the cool breezes strike throughout the island through the day and morning and here you will love: the snorkelling, the scuba diving, the swimming with dolphins, the rural beaches for moonlight guides and private interactions, and scores of waterfront restaurants surrounded by good shopping and lovely organic scenery. If you are buying Cancun location place to flake out, Isla Mujeres is the place to come.

Answer 3

I went a few weeks ago. It was great but it was a little hot and humid. I talked to someone who visits regularly, he said January was great. Hopefully, it will be slightly cooler at the end of Sept. We stayed at the Riu Yucatan about 45 minutes from Cancun in Playa Del Carmen. The resort was pretty kid friendly. They had some activities for the kids including painting ceramics and some games. My kid liked the pool so much and met kids from all over that she stayed there most of the time. I did have to explain to her that in some cultures that it was ok not to wear a top on a bikini and thats why there were ti ts everywhere.

Answer 4

Go as early in October as possible to be sure to avoid hurricanes.

Dreams Tulum (or Dreams Cancun) are both wonderful for families. They have this thing called the discovery club, and they take the kids away from early morning until late at night if you want. And boy do they keep those kids entertained!

Answer 5

I like it the kids are in school an older crowd actually fewer tourist. Get some rain that time of the year,but it doesn't last long. Some What off season prices are better. All and all it isn't a bad time.Older tourist like this time of year, hard rockers like it when lots of young people so you won't have as much noise. You can get good service cause not crowded. Most resorts are child frendly it is money to them.

Answer 6

I once went to Cancun in February. My taxi driver told me not to come in November since it rains a lot then. The summer months are probably too hot. I'd suggest February-April.

Answer 7

the crown paradise hotel is perfect for families. However your time frame is typically in the hurricane season

Answer 8

No thats pretty much hurricane season. I just came back from Cancun, it sucks dude dont go. Jamaica is much cooler

Answer 9

This is a challenging question, and one that intrigued me for quite a while.

Answer 10

http://www.rhodatravelsite.com for sep/oct don't go wothout purchasing insurance