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Iberostar's Resorts in Cozumel

Cozumel, from the Mayan Kosom lumil, which means land of the Swallows, is the largest island in Mexico's Caribbean Sea and the largest inhabited island in all of Mexico. With beautiful white sanded beaches, transparent blue waters, impressive coral reefs, plenty of adventures, Cozumel is world famous. This special slice of Mexico appeals to tourists seeking a more exclusive experience in the Yucatán Peninsula.

Enjoy the best of Cozumel in our 5-star, All-Inclusive resort in Cozumel: Iberostar Waves Cozumel. Set on the beachfront of a private beach, this resort is the perfect blend of luxury and fun. Whether you want a place you can travel with kids or with your partner, Iberostar Waves Cozumel will deliver this and much more. 

If you’re up for adventure, you absolutely should not miss Cozumel, because you will have an experience like no other. To begin with, Cozumel has the second largest coral reef in the world, can you imagine that?

On this beautiful island, you will not only find plenty of activities and excursions, some Mayan ruins, incredible virgin beaches, stunning natural landscapes and marvelous underwater life, scuba diving, snorkeling and international events, all in this dream land, but you will also find our Cozumel resort.

At Iberostar’s resort in Cozumel we understand the need for relaxation, which is what we had in mind with our incredibly peaceful bungalows. We also have in store for you, the best ocean views and large pools in the middle of the Caribbean. Come enjoy the warm breeze and experience your dream vacation.

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Family friendly resorts

Iberostar Waves Cozumel is a family-friendly resort, where we care for the environment and sustainability, which is why we do not use single-use plastics. 

At Iberostar we know you might be traveling with kids, and we want you all to have the best vacations you can dream of. That’s why, for those between 4 and 17 years, we’ve created Star Camp, a program full of activities that kids adore.  It's a great way for them to enjoy their vacation, with plenty of different adventures scheduled for each day by our trained caretakers. They won’t have a dull moment and will create memories of their great time in Cozumel.

To ensure a comfortable stay at our resort in Cozumel, we have prepared guest rooms and suites for every family size, and for everything you could  possibly need from your room: do you want direct beach access and a nice king size bed? We have it. Do you desire to wake up to amazing jungle and ocean views? We can make it happen. Would you rather have pool views and be on the ground floor? It is possible! This family-friendly resort in Cozumel was designed for you. 

The cherry on top for the grown ups is SPA Sensations, which displays a well chosen beauty treatment menu for your maximal enjoyment, relaxation and well being. Book it at the SPA facilities, by the beach, at your Villa or your room. Just know we're here for you. Ask for the full menu, choose and get the treatment you deserve. 

For some evening fun after a very special day of adventures and a delicious dinner, all the family will enjoy a different live show and your favorite drink at La Ceiba Theater Bar.

Visit Cozumel and stay at Iberostar for the most fun, complete, sustainable, rich and comfortable vacation with your loved ones. 

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Beach Resorts

To offer you the ultimate island experience, we built our rooms in bungalow-like forms, painted with bright colors to spice up your day. Our beach resort blends in with the beautiful green palm trees and white sands of Cozumel. Enjoy  sunsets on the beach, as you're just steps away from white sands and turquoise transparent waters. Moreover, you will be able to relax and refresh yourself at  our bar on the beach. 

With three different pools where you can relax, have a fresh drink at  La Perla Pool Bar, this Iberostar resort in Cozumel is the best choice for your next beach vacation.

Iberostar Waves Cozumel is also the perfect place for a beach destination wedding,  thanks to the stunning and breathtaking sunsets in Cozumel.  This is by far the ideal place to say I do, surrounded by your family and friends. Get in touch with our wedding planners, and let them turn your ideas into the wedding of your dreams!

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The best All-Inclusive Resort in Cozumel

This All-Inclusive Resort in Cozumel has five different restaurants several types of cuisines during the course of your stay. You will not only be able to try out typical Mexican food, but also world cuisines such as: the Cozumel Buffet, that serves breakfast and dinner, presenting a different cuisine each night; El Cedral Buffet, which serves lunch featuring Mexican food and live cooking demonstrations; Smoke House El Cedral, which serves Texan-style meat cuts for dinner; Las Dos Marías Mexican Restaurant, which serves the most traditional dishes of the region for dinner. We also have La Pagoda Japanese Restaurant, which is open in the evening and serves Asian-based dishes including sushi and maki, ramen and teppanyaki. 

Whether you want to visit our spa and enjoy a spa treatment, or relax poolside with a good book and a cocktail, our All-Inclusive resort in Cozumel has it all. It is the ideal place to indulge on your well deserved vacation.

We know that you will want to go out and enjoy the unique island, but know that you don’t have to go far to have things to do. On the resort we offer many amazing activities, sports facilities like a fitness and tennis courts, and even a diving center. You won't have to leave the property to enjoy your vacation in Cozumel.

This All-Inclusive 5-star resort will charm you with its pools, extensive beach, and a myriad of activities to keep you engaged throughout your stay. 

The resort will appeal to snorkel lovers because they can swim to the largest coral reefs in all of the Americas, located very close to the resort. Snorkeling or scuba diving will unravel a whole lot of exciting underwater life, a chance you won’t find anywhere else. 

If you want to advance your skills, Dressel Divers will teach you and help you get a PADI certification right here in our resort.

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Top things to know about Cozumel

Cozumel is a flat island based on limestone, with the highest natural point being less than 49 ft above sea level. The island is covered with mangrove forests, home for plenty of small mammals and endemic birds. Cenotes in Cozumel, deep water-filled sinkholes formed by water percolating through the soft limestone soil for thousands of years, are restricted to qualified cave divers with appropriate credentials, so if this is you, this stunning island will be your ideal place. If you’re not there yet, don’t worry, we have a Diving Center in Iberostar Waves Cozumel to teach you as much as we can in the time you will be staying with us! 

The island is different from north to south. While the most experienced divers often move  toward the northern beaches, southern beaches are more suitable for families to enjoy some quiet, calm white sands and blue warm waters. Want to know a bit more about this island before your vacation in Cozumel? Check it out: 

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What to do in Cozumel

  • Explore Mayan culture: Go to Kun Che Park and explore Mayan culture through dance performances and other activities, like the sports Mayans used to play, and while you do this you will discover local products as well.

  • Top events in Cozumel: Cozumel is well known and famous because of three international yearly events: 

Bikerfest Cozumel takes place in October, hosting between 1,000 and 2,000 motorcyclists mainly from Mexico, Latin America and The United States. Bikers ride along the island, visiting its main tourist points. During this festival, there’s concerts and many competitions. Plus, it’s totally open to the public.

Ironman World Championship is a magnum event, where athletes from all over the world gather in competition, where the swim course is a point to point ocean swim bordering Cozumel’s coral reef, 2.4 miles in total. The bike course implies 3 laps around the island which means 112 miles, and the run course passes by many of Cozumel’s signature sites, like the Downtown plaza and historic neighborhoods.  

The AsTri Cozumel Triathlon is another yearly event where competitors of many different age ranges can participate, since there are six different modes and distances within the event. Thus, everyone from age 14 on can live this powerful experience in one of the most beautiful places in Mexico's Caribbean.

  • Top beaches in Cozumel: There are some breathtaking beaches to explore in Cozumel, like Playa Caletita located right in the center of the island. This beach is a calm and peaceful place to enjoy the weather in Cozumel and why not, have a good beer. Punta Sur Beach is a double experience since you can not only discover its crystal-clear waters but also explore the eco park located on this side of the island, the lighthouse called Celarain and some Mayan ruins… a full excursion! 

If you’re searching for the local beach, there’s Playa Chen Rio, where locals love to spend time, and kids love it too since you have pool-like formations, surrounded by natural rocks. Lastly, for a private beach, accessible only by boat, there’s Isla de la Pasión (Passion Island).

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Top excursions from Cozumel

For the land-loving type, you can explore the San Gervasio Ruins and see Mayan ruins from up close. We also invite you to go on a hike through the Punta Sur Ecological Park and discover the local wildlife that will surely have you in awe.

The reefs of Cozumel and its deep waters are famous all over the world. This is because the great Mayan reef passes by these beaches, so underwater life is colorful, vast, well preserved and taken care of.

For more underwater excursions, we recommend you go snorkeling in the Palancar Reef, which is known for its wide variety of sea life and where you can snorkel with manta rays. There's also Columbia Coral Reef, where you can see bright colored fish and turtles too! El Cielo Reef is considered one of the most beautiful places in the Mexican Caribbean Sea because of the starfish that cover its underwater surface. Chankanaab and Yucab are among the most beautiful reefs to explore in Cozumel.

If you're interested in trying something completely different, there is a Chocolate Tour at Kaokao Chocolate Factory in Cozumel that you might enjoy… if you’re a chocolate lover, of course!

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What is the weather like in Cozumel

The average daily  temperature is 70°F (21°C). In July and August, the highs range from the mid 80°F (26°C) to the low 90°F (32°C). In December and January, the average temperatures are around 70°F (21°C). Rain can occur from October to January and from April to July.

What to eat in Cozumel

In Cozumel you can eat a variety of world cuisines, freshly caught fish, and the local typical dishes; among them you will find famous Tikin Xic fish, as well as ceviche and snail with yellow rice.

Iberostar Waves Cozumel also has two different buffets serving international cuisine, a Texan-Style SmokeHouse, a Mexican Restaurant serving the typical Yucatán dishes amongst other delicious Mexican food recipes, as well as a Japanese Restaurant serving Asian-based dishes.

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Preguntas Frecuentes sobre Cozumel

What airport is closest to Cozumel?

Cozumel has its own International Airport. The second closest Airport would be in Cancún. 

What does Iberostar's resort in Cozumel offer for a vacation?

Iberostar Waves Cozumel’s beach resort is All-Inclusive, proposing responsible consumption of seafood, no single use plastics. All rooms and villas include free Wi-Fi, Villas, Star Camp children’s activity program, 3 pools, specialty bars and restaurants, sports facilities, professional shows, car park, five-star service and stunning natural surroundings.  
 

When to visit Cozumel?

All year long! You can visit Cozumel between September and November for the triathlon season for unique vacation activities. The peak season is December to April. During summer, from May to July it’s sea turtle nesting/hatching season. 

What are the best activities to do in Cozumel?

Diving is the main activity to do in Cozumel, since it is the second largest reef in the world! Swimming in crystal clear waters, snorkeling in the coral reefs, walking around the beautiful island, and relaxing in our SPA Sensations, getting the best massages in town.

How to get to Cozumel?

You can fly directly to Cozumel, or you can take a 40 minutes ferry from Playa del Carmen.

Where is Cozumel?

In the Peninsula of Yucatán, in the State of Quintana Roo. Cozumel Island is situated 51 mi south of Cancún right in the Caribbean Sea, accessible by airplane and ferry.

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