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Cancun and the Riviera Maya - White sand beaches and fun in the sun
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The Yucatan peninsula is primarily known for its beach resorts (in Quintana Roo state) such as Cancun, Cozumel, Playa del Carmen, Puerto Morelos and Tulum. There is a good-sized gay scene to be found in Cancun and a growing one in Playa del Carmen and several gay owned accomodation options in Puerto Morelos. Special gay events and circuit parties are also regular visitors to the resort towns.
Quintana Roo state is also a leader in Mexico in terms of LGBT rights, with same sex marriages being legal statewide since 2012.
Elsewhere on the Yucatán there are a number of world famous archelogical sites from the Mayan civilization such as Chitzen Itza and Tulum. And the capital of Yucatan state, Merida, has a thriving gay scene.
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Upcoming events in Quintana Roo State / Riviera Maya
June 20-26, 2022: Playa Pride
Playa Pride in Playa del Carmen will have a week of events from June 20 to 26, 2022 with the parade taking place on Saturday June 25 at 4:00 pm.
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Recommended Tours
We've selected a few tours from local providers that include transport from Cancún, Playa del Carmen and other locations on the Riviera Maya. These are recommended tours and a good fit for LGBT visitors. Please email us at info@gaymexicomap.com if you like to send us feedback on these tours or if you have others you think we should recommend.
Chichén Itzá, Cenote & Valladolid Tour with Hotel Pickup |
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Get picked up in the lobby of your Cancún hotel (or at meeting point for Playa del Carmen and Tulum pickups) for a full day adventure. First you will explore the unforgetable ruins at Chichen Itza with a knowledgeable guide. Then to Cenote Samal for a refreshing dip and a buffet lunch. Onto the beautiful colonial town of Vallodolid. | |
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Tulum, Coba, and Cenote Full-day Tour |
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Embark on a journey to discover the remnants of an ancient civilization as you explore the archeological site of Coba and climb the steep stairs of the Nohoch Mul pyramid. Cool off with a refreshing swim in a natural sinkhole with turquoise waters. Finish the day at the Tulum Archaeological Zone, where you can unleash your inner archeologist as you examine weather-worn ruins from ancient Maya civilizations. | |
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Cancun
There is a good-sized gay scene to be found in Cancun with lots of locals. 
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11:11 Club Gay
"Once once" is a large gay club with dancing and stripper shows. Smoking terrace, electronic music room, pop music room. Karaoke 10 pm to midnight. 
+52 998 135 2243
Average rating: 78 Good View on map
Ciber Arcoiris Cancún Crucero
Gay Internet café. Private booths where discreet action takes place. +52 99 8734 7440 View on map
Láser Hot Bar Beer y Queer
Bar with drag shows. No cover and 2-1 happy hour before 10 pm. Show at 10:30pm. +52 998 440 1450 Average rating: 86 Very Good View on map
Nomads Hostel Cancun
Stylish hostel with dorms and private rooms. Pool bar. Breakfast included. Not a gay hostel but located close to gay nightlife. Previously named Mayan Monkey. +52 998 217 5332
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Average room rate: $91 USD Average rating: 93 Excellent View on map
Now Emerald Cancun
Four star all inclusive hotel. Mixed but with a strong gay following and can be cruisy especially at the nightclub and gym. Large property with 100s of rooms and many restaurants and bars. Close to the gay beach. Previously named Grand Oasis Sens. View on booking.com Average room rate: $300 USD Average rating: 82 Very Good View on map
Oh! Cancun The Urban Oasis
There are no particularly gay hotels in Cancún, but this is a gay friendly option in the center, close to nightlife and restaurants. Pool with DJ. Spa. +52 55 4170 9258 View on booking.com Average room rate: $79 USD Average rating: 83 Very Good View on map
Playa Delfines
Beach in the hotel zone known as the gay beach. The gay section is to the north. Average rating: 94 Excellent View on map
Temptation Cancun Resort
There are no gay hotels in Cancún but this hotel is famous for its sexually charged party atmosphere. You will likely find some gay guys in the crowd (as well as some bi ones) or on the apps. +52 998 848 7900 View on booking.com Average rating: 84 Very Good View on map
Cozumel
Hotel B Unique
Adults only hotel which promotes itself as gay friendly. Contemporary design, pool, yoga and massage. +52 987 872 0300 View on booking.com Average room rate: $250 USD Average rating: 85 Very Good View on map
Holbox
Holbox Dream Beachfront Hotel
Gay friendly beachfront hotel. One of the sponsors of Playa Pride. Set on a private beach, this relaxed hotel with thatched-roof gazebos and tropical gardens is a 5-minute walk from the town of Holbox. +52 984 222 9194 View on booking.com Average rating: 84 Very Good View on map
Playa del Carmen
Playa has a growing reputation as a gay destination with several major destination parties occuring each year and a growing year round gay scene. Show gay map of Playa del Carmen
Casa Sofia
Gay friendly restaurant specializing in Italian food. Host to some events during pride month in June. +52 984 166 4252 View on map
Hostel 3B
Party hostel. Not a gay place but it is gay friendly. Dorms and some private rooms. Shared kitchen. They host regular club and music events on their rooftop pool and bar. +52 984 803 2901 View on booking.com Average rating: 82 Very Good View on map
Pink Flamingo Gay Tours
LGBTQ travel company operating tours along the Riviera Maya. Their focus is adventure tours such as ATVs & secret caves and also nature tours such the nature reserve of Sian Ka'an Biosphere and Isla Mujeres. They also provide and organise private tours on request. +52 9841785679 View on map
Playa 69
Bar and dance club open Tuesday to Saturday. Mostly men. Strippers and drag shows on some nights. Entrance hidden in an alleyway to the left of the 7-11. Average rating: 63 View on map
Reina Roja
Trendy gay friendly adults only hotel. The vibrant, artsy rooms provide flat-screen TVs, minibars and iPod docks. Amenities include complimentary breakfast, a funky restaurant and a rooftop pool, as well as an indoor pool (in the lobby) and a trendy bar with DJs. LGBT pool party every Sunday. +52 984 877 3800 View on booking.com Average room rate: $90 USD Average rating: 80 Very Good View on map
The Fives Downtown Hotel and Residences
Hip luxury hotel part of the gay friendly Hilton chain. Not a exclusively gay hotel of course but they have been known to host gay events at their rooftop bar/pool. Close to all the action downtown. +52 (800) 592-1246 View on booking.com Average rating: 89 Excellent View on map
The Palm at Playa
Gay friendly trendy, upscale hotel which is a sponsor of Playa del Carmen's pride festivities and host to some events. Pool, spa, bar, restaurants. +52 984 128 0191 View on booking.com Average room rate: $135 USD Average rating: 84 Very Good View on map
X Mahan Nah Spa Club Pl del Carmen
Bathhouse with steamroom, pornroom, darkroom, lockers, jacuzzi, wireless internet. For men only 18+ +52 984 206 2996 Average rating: 62 View on map
Puerto Morelos
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Chéel Hotel Ecológico
Gay owned and operated with cabañas and camping. Jungle setting where you'll be close to nature and might see spider monkeys or exotic birds. Located 15 minutes from the small village of Puerto Morelos with its beautiful white sand beach. Nearby are cenotes (underground rivers) to explore as well and the larger cities of Playa del Carmen, Cancún, Cozumel and sites such as Chitzen Itza and Tulum are not far. +52 777 439 7871 View on booking.com Average room rate: $70 USD Average rating: 73 Good View on map
Layla Guesthouse
Gay owned guesthouse opened in 2013. Provides an intimate and tropical environment from which to explore the quiet beaches of Puerto Morelos. Tropical hardwoods accent the studios designed for the indoor/outdoor living so typical here. Pet friendly. There is a sitting area, a dining area and a kitchen complete with a microwave and a refrigerator. Spa center and outdoor pool. +52 (1) 998 104 9831 View on booking.com Average room rate: $139 USD Average rating: 96 Exceptional View on map
Tulum
Fruity Cocktail Bar
Regular queer parties which happen in Tulum, check social media for schedule and location. Note that the cocktail bar which used to be open regularly is not currently open, except for special events. View on map
Loba Tulum
Gay hotel for men only. Clothing optional pool and sundeck. Rooms with patios. +52 415 100 3354 View on booking.com Average rating: 92 Excellent View on map
Villas H2O Tulum
Gay friendly boutique hotel with a variety of rooms and penthouse apartments (which have kitchens and living rooms). Large pool. +52 984 745 8973 View on booking.com Average room rate: $125 USD Average rating: 86 Very Good View on map
Permanently closed places
The following venues have been reported as permanently closed but we have listed them here as other less current websites may still be listing them as open. If there is a place in this list that has reopened or one above that has closed, please advise us at info@gaymexicomap.com
Cancun: Ciber Arcoiris Cancún Centro
Cancun: Fiance Experience
Cancun: Gay Tours Mexico
Cancun: Karamba Bar
Cancun: ME Cancun Hotel
Cancun: Sexy's Club
Cancun: Wet Male Strippers
Cancun: X Mahan Nah Spa Club Cancun
Playa del Carmen: Gay Weddings Mexico
Playa del Carmen: La Cueva del Maya T
Playa del Carmen: La Wall
Playa del Carmen: Papachulo Lounge Bar
Punto Maroma: Belmond Maroma
Tulum: Adonis Tulum Riviera Maya
Guillermo. Urrea
Por favor que hoteles gay hay en cancuntipo cuatro tres estrellas con alimentación completa?gracias x su información Guillermo
July 06, 2018
Mil3
Abra gay pride parade en Cancun? Saben fecha y lugar ??
May 20, 2018
Paola
Hola!!
Quiero pasar el verano ya sea en Cancún o en Playa del Carmen, que me recomiendan (respecto al ambiente gay)
Gracias!!
May 19, 2016
José Luis
Que tours para chicos gay hay en Cancún?
Que me pueden recomendar, todo tranquilo
May 16, 2016