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Suggestions re. best beaches in Cancun in August?

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Hi. I am overwhelmed by my options. Going with a friend... 8/16 for a week. We're in our early 40s and not big partiers. The beach is one of the most important factors for me. I prefer a more tranquil ocean. Think Bahamas/Corona commercial. Want a nice resort with good service and access to snorkeling/sailing. Not looking for something cheap. Would've chosen Club Med but way too many kids! Adult only is fine but not with an emphasis on romance. Considering Hyatt Zilara, Beach Palace, FA Condesa, Hard Rock. Would appreciate input! Gracias.

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I would check out Iberostar Tucan/Quetzal in Playa. Very tropical resort with nice wildlife. The beach was wonderful and we were able to go pretty far out into the water as it was very calm. Water was gorgeous. Cancun seems to have rougher surf. Hope this helps.

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". Considering Hyatt Zilara, Beach Palace, FA Condesa, Hard Rock. Would appreciate input! Gracias."

All are nice resorts w awesome beaches. Although the ocean is not very tranquil at those resorts.

If you want a tranquil ocean look int Riu Palace Peninsula, EPM, . Ocean is tranquil there with pretty good beaches.

The others ("Hyatt Zilara, Beach Palace, FA Condesa, Hard Rock." ) are on the lower part of the 7 where the surf is rough most of the time. However, it does smooth out occasionally when the wind is slow or calm.

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I stayed at the Riu Palace Riviera Maya in Feb. 2014 and found the Playacar beach area to be wonderful--there were some waves there so the water wasn't all that smooth and "glassy" for sailing, but plenty of opportunities for water activities. Some of the nicer properties here--Riu Palace Mexico, Royal Hideaway Playacar (maybe too romantic for you?), Playacar Palace stand out, although many properties in Playacar may fit your bill. The Riu Palace Riviera Maya was beautiful, but the rooms definitely needed renovation.

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Top of the 7 is the most calm place. We prefer the Royal Cancun, and yes I am a RR member . Look at weekly rentals at Redweek.com, or omcancun.com, or TUG2. Plz look at this map: http://www.cancun-map.com/

Right most portion of map is the quietest waters. The other half is more wavy and rugged. Go to Playa Tortugas to take the ferry over to Isla Mujeres for snorkeling.

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OR- look at Catalonia Royal Tulum - it's not in Tulum but south of Playa

Best beach around and the only reason we keep going back. Not a party resort; adults only. Some snorkeling on site and you can swim out to where the snorkel boat comes in every day. If you're a strong swimmer. Laid back, older rooms but great atmosphere. Check it out in the Xpuha forum. Catch the collective out front to go to playa or Akumal for FANTASTIC snorkeling.

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Lakegirl,

Lazygal is spot on. Me and the Redhead went there and loved it.

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Jhg654 - thanks for the support. Many people just don't get it. It's all about the beach and all of the amenities on the beach, the hot tubs, the pool, the smoothie bar, the whole atmosphere. Since they were the only resort to survive the massive hurricane several years ago, and no one has bothered to build, they have a huge monopoly on that beachfront. It's a cove, which I LOVE. We went to the famous Maroma Beach and it has nothing on Xpuha beach. Plus the adults only is GREAT.

It just looks rundown from the road compared to all of the "palaces" but once again, it is our go to place for a wonderful vacation.

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