The beaches around Cancun are some of the most popular beach and resorts in the world. Beaches with restaurants, music, and beverages can be found on the Yucatan Peninsula, where you can relax, sunbathe, and enjoy life. There are also undeveloped beaches where you can swim with sea turtles. What is certain is that you will not be disappointed by the sun, turquoise waves, and white beaches. Discover our top ten Rivera Maya beaches that will make you fall in love.

PLAYA MAROMA

Playa Maroma, located between Puerto Morelos and Playa del Carmen in the municipality of Punta Maroma, is one of the Riviera Maya's most stunning beaches. Although this is a private beach, you can purchase a day permit and spend the entire day there. For capturing the best moments on the beach you can hire a professional photographer from Playa del Carmen.

PLAYA NORTE, ISLA MUJERES

Playa Norte is exactly what you picture when you think of the Caribbean: crystal clear turquoise waves and gorgeous white sand. It is situated in Isla Mujeres, a well-known Mexican island near Cancun. If you need a private yacht rental for Isla Mujeres SpotOn has you covered.

Holbox, Flamingo Paradise

The lovely Holbox island, located in the north of the Yucatan Peninsula, is one of the Riviera Maya's best-kept secrets. The same-named beach on this island, which is part of the Yum Balam Nature Reserve, boasts sky-blue waters that are just three feet deep and long walks on fine white sand.

Akumal, Turtle Beach

This popular spot is also known as playa de las tortugas, or turtle beach because it is home to a variety of turtle species that lay their eggs here. With a little luck, you'll see one of these magnificent creatures swimming.

PLAYA XPU-HA

Xpu-Ha is another Riviera Maya treasure. It's 15 miles south of Playa del Carmen and is regarded as one of the nicest beaches in the area because it's still relatively undeveloped. There are restaurants, drink bars, and water activity services here, yet it has a serene, tranquil vibe because it is away from hotels and resorts.

TULUM, PLAYA PARASO

Playa Paraso, or Paradise Beach, in Tulum is another of the most stunning beaches in the Riviera Maya, if not the entire globe. You've certainly seen it before; it's located directly below the famous Tulum Mayan ruins, which is undoubtedly one of the reasons for its uniqueness.

SIAN KA'AN BEACHES

If you're seeking unspoiled beaches or a day at the beach away from the crowds, the Sian Ka'an Nature Reserve is the place to go. You can get back in touch with nature among exquisite beaches, mangroves, and jungles that haven't been touched by man.

PLAYA MAMITAS, PLAYA DEL CARMEN

It's just next to Playa del Carmen's Fifth Avenue, Quinta Avenida. It's the ideal beach for spending time with friends and family.

BEACH OF PUERTO MORELOS

Puerto Morelos, a lovely former fishing community, is another well-known resort in Quintana Roo. Aside from its dreamy beaches, the Puerto Morelos Reef National Park, which is part of the National Park System of Mexico, is what truly distinguishes this destination.

IN CHEMUYIL, XCACEL BEACH

Xcacel, like Xpu-Ha, is a covered nature reserve with an undeveloped seashore at the Riviera Maya. It's also one of the most popular places for turtles to lay their eggs. There are no restaurants or other kinds of services on this beach; it is pure nature.