Cancun vs Mayan riviera which is better?

Answer 1

Cancun and the Mayan Riviera are on the eastern, Caribbean side of the Yucatan Peninsula. Cancun is at the northeastern corner of such Peninsula, while the Mayan Riviera is a stretch of land along the Cancun-Chetumal federal road, from Puerto Morelos (some 8 kilometers or 5 miles south of Cancun) down to Punta Allen, some 130 kilometers (80 miles) due south.

In terms of nightlife, Cancun has much more variety, including many bars and restaurants along the Zona Hotelera. If you prefer to see archaeological ruins, do some ecotourism or simply are looking for empty beaches where to spend some relaxing time, the Mayan Riviera is your best bet.