Majahual: Beaches, Nature and Cruise Port

Beach and landscape

Majahual is characterized by beaches, unspoiled jungle and wetlands. Its beaches are known for their white sand, gentle slopes and soft waves. The beach, jungle and wetlands each add a distinct feature to the town’s landscape. When planning your trip, you can first decide whether you associate Majahual primarily with the beach, nature or its maritime character. These priorities can help guide your search for a hotel in Majahual.

Banco Chinchorro: Nearby natural area

Banco Chinchorro, considered a species-rich marine national park, lies near Mahahual. It is home to Spanish and English shipwrecks from the 16th and 17th centuries, now considered underwater museums. Diving and snorkeling are activities offered at Banco Chinchorro. Access to the protected area involves traveling overland via highways México 307 and El Cafetal–Mahahual, then boarding an authorized tourist boat in Majahual. For planning purposes, it is helpful to distinguish between the locations: diving and snorkeling are offered at Banco Chinchorro; the boat departs from Majahual. Before visiting, check the access information for the area and the requirement to use an authorized boat.

Cruise port and maritime infrastructure

The Puerto de Cruceros Costa Maya in Majahual is a pier built specifically for cruise ships. The port is part of the “Gran Caribe” and “Caribe Sur” sea routes used by tourist cruise lines. The tourist pier can accommodate up to three cruise ships, each up to 366 meters long. Majahual’s beach and the hotel and commercial zone at the tourist cruise pier are also designated recreation areas. For orientation, you can therefore think of the beach and cruise pier as two distinct focal points of the town.

Activities and waterfront promenade

Activities for visitors to Majahual include diving and snorkeling, boat trips and kayaking. Cycling along the waterfront promenade is also described as an activity. When planning your trip, you can group these activities by location: cycling takes place along the waterfront promenade, while diving and snorkeling are offered both in Majahual and at nearby Banco Chinchorro. For these water activities, you can first decide whether you are interested in the town itself or the nearby protected area.

Restaurants and local cuisine

Along Majahual’s waterfront promenade, there are restaurants serving seafood and international cuisine. A 2020 municipal travel guide also describes dishes made with lionfish, which have been incorporated into the local cuisine to help combat the ecological imbalance caused by this invasive species. These two points play different roles in planning where to eat: the promenade offers two types of cuisine, while lionfish dishes are linked to an environmental concern.

Find hotels to match your travel interests

When comparing specific hotel listings, check the stated location and amenities, and base your choice on the priorities of your trip.

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