Puerto Morelos is a fishing village south of the Cancun airport. In the town, most of the accommodations are small inns and hotels. Just north and south of the town are several all inclusive resorts. This area is a great choice for people who love pools, want to be close to the airport, and have easy access to excursions. The beach in this area tends to be a bit eroded with a higher chance of seaweed during the summer months.
Here's an overview of some of my favorite resorts in this area:
Adults Only
Secrets Riviera Cancun /Breathless Riviera Cancun - Secrets Riviera Cancun /Breathless Riviera Cancun are great choices for travelers who love an active pool scene and nightlife. Secrets Riviera Cancun /Breathless Riviera Cancun has a more modern feel. Stay on the Secrets side if you want a quiet pool option.
El Dorado Casitas Royale - El Dorado Casitas has one of my favorite suites: the Honeymoon Private Pool Swim Up Casita Suite. I love how each casita section has its own swim up bar. This resort has a more natural, Mexican feel.
Family Resorts
Margaritaville Island Reserve - Margaritaville Island Reserve is a great choice for travelers who want a small resort with great music. The staff here is so friendly.
Now Sapphire - Now Sapphire has another of my favorite suites: Preferred Club Junior Suite Beach Front Swim Out or Preferred Club Master Suite Beach Front Swim Out. This Now Sapphire suites are two of the very few true beachfront swim up suites. Now Sapphire will change names to Dreams Sapphire in October 2021.
Azul Beach Riviera Cancun - Azul Beach Riviera Cancun has great large suites. Azul Beach Riviera Cancun is part of Karisma so the dining is gourmet inclusive. Plus Le Chique - one of the best restaurants in Riviera Maya is right on the resort and available for an extra charge.