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Aparthotels & serviced apartments in Puerto Morelos

7 stays · 7 aparthotels and 0 serviced apartments

Puerto Morelos is a small town on the Caribbean coast of the Yucatán Peninsula, and its pace suits people who want a base rather than a resort. Aparthotels and serviced apartments in Puerto Morelos work well for that: a kitchen and living area make a week or a month by the sea easier, families get room to spread out, and remote workers can settle into a routine in a place where Wikivoyage says you can walk from one end of town to the other in about 15 minutes. If the format is new to you, our guide explains what an aparthotel is.

7 stays

Where to stay in Puerto Morelos

Town centre and Ojo de Agua

  • first-time visitors
  • snorkelling
  • walking

Wikivoyage describes a town with just two principal streets and a central square, the Jardín Principal, on Calle Morelos, and an underwater cenote called Ojo de Agua just off the beach that is popular for snorkelling. This is the easiest base for being on foot, with the beach and the town's restaurants close together.

Stays in or near Town centre and Ojo de Agua

Ventana al Mar and the lighthouse

  • sunsets
  • couples
  • quiet stays

The Mexican Caribbean tourism board lists the Leaning Lighthouse at Ventana al Mar beach among the town's sights, alongside fish and seafood tacos as local gastronomy. It works for visitors who want a beach walk each evening without leaving the town.

Stays in or near Ventana al Mar and the lighthouse

Ruta de los Cenotes side

  • nature
  • active travellers
  • day trips

The tourism board describes the Ruta de los Cenotes as crystal-clear underground waters where visitors can swim and take part in adventure activities. This side of the municipality suits travellers who plan to spend days at the cenotes and are comfortable using local transport or a vehicle.

Botanical Garden area

  • nature
  • families
  • slow travel

The tourism board lists the Botanical Garden among the things to do in Puerto Morelos. This area suits visitors who like nature and plan to reach the garden and the town by road.

Croco Cun and the northern coast

  • families
  • wildlife
  • road trips

The Mexican Caribbean tourism website lists the Croco Cun Zoo at kilometre 31 of the Cancún-Tulum highway, in Puerto Morelos, as a family attraction where children can meet animals under guided supervision. The north of the municipality is closer to Cancún, which suits those who expect to travel back and forth.

Getting around Puerto Morelos

Cancún International Airport is the main gateway. Wikivoyage says it is 20 km from Puerto Morelos, while Wikipedia describes the town as about 36 km south of the resort city of Cancún and about 30 km north of Playa del Carmen. The tourism board lists three ways to arrive: Cancún International Airport, the Tren Maya train with a Puerto Morelos station, and the local transit station for buses. Wikipedia says a Tren Maya station near Puerto Morelos opened on 15 March 2024.

Wikivoyage mentions ADO buses and colectivos, which are shared vans, and calls the colectivo from Cancún the most reliable public transit option. In town, the centre is small enough to cover on foot, so you may only need transport for the cenotes, the botanical garden or trips along the coast.

Living in Puerto Morelos for longer

For longer stays, the town centre is the practical choice, since Wikivoyage says the town has just two principal streets and can be walked from end to end in about 15 minutes. Wikivoyage lists colectivos from Cancún as the most reliable public transit option, and the Tren Maya station adds another way to arrive.

A kitchen is useful in a small town where much of the local food culture centres on fish and seafood, as the tourism board describes. If you are working remotely or relocating, our guide to serviced apartments for relocation covers what to look for in a longer booking.

When to visit Puerto Morelos

Wikipedia describes a tropical wet and dry climate in Puerto Morelos, with annual rainfall of roughly 1,222 millimetres and record highs reaching 41.5 degrees Celsius. Because rain is part of the year-round picture, it is worth checking the forecast before booking snorkelling or cenote trips.

The US National Hurricane Center says the Atlantic hurricane season runs from 1 June to 30 November, with activity most pronounced between mid-August and mid-October. Travellers who are flexible can plan the Caribbean coast around those months.

Wikivoyage places the town roughly halfway between Cancún and Playa del Carmen. The Mexican Caribbean tourism board describes it as an authentic fishing village with fine white sand and gentle waves that suit families. Puerto Morelos is in Mexico, and the sections below cover where to base yourself, how to arrive and when to visit.

Long-stay tips for Puerto Morelos

Of the 7 properties here, 2 list a laptop-friendly workspace and 5 include some form of housekeeping. If you are staying more than a few nights, compare the facts box on each property page first.

5 properties list a full kitchen and 2 only a kitchenette, so check the room type if you plan to cook more than simple meals.

Where room sizes are published, the median apartment here is 50 m².

Moving for work? Our guide to serviced apartments for relocation explains what to look for.

Other cities in Mexico

Planning a longer trip? See aparthotels in Mexico City, Tulum, Playa del Carmen, Guadalajara, Puerto Vallarta, Cancún, Isla Mujeres and Mérida.

Frequently asked questions

What is the best area to stay in Puerto Morelos?

The town centre suits most visitors, with the central square, the beach and the Ojo de Agua snorkelling spot close together. The cenote route and the Botanical Garden suit nature-focused trips, though both are easier with a vehicle.

How far is Puerto Morelos from Cancún airport?

Wikivoyage says Cancún International Airport is 20 km from Puerto Morelos. Wikipedia places the town about 36 km south of the city of Cancún, so allow time for the transfer.

Is Puerto Morelos good for snorkelling?

The tourism board describes a reef national park about 400 metres from shore, part of the world's second largest reef, with snorkelling and diving. Wikivoyage also mentions the Ojo de Agua cenote just off the beach.

Can I get to Puerto Morelos by train?

The tourism board lists the Tren Maya, with a Puerto Morelos station, as one of three ways to arrive, alongside Cancún International Airport and local buses.

When is the hurricane season?

The US National Hurricane Center says the Atlantic hurricane season runs from 1 June to 30 November, with the peak between mid-August and mid-October.

How many aparthotels are there in Puerto Morelos?

We currently list 7 aparthotel and serviced apartment properties in Puerto Morelos.

Do aparthotels in Puerto Morelos have kitchens?

7 of the 7 properties we list have a kitchen or kitchenette in at least one apartment type.

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