What is the safest transportation option in Cancun?

What is the safest transportation option in Cancun? -

I am organizing a trip to Cancun with my family (Wife + 2 kids) to spend the Christmas vacations there, however, I am interested in acquiring a safe option to transport us, we will be staying 3 days in the Cancun Hotel Zone and other 2 days at the Riu Yucatan Hotel in Playa del Carmen.

I would like to know if private transportation is a viable option or if it is better to rent a car with a local agency, given that we're staying at two different hotels?



Best Answer

Transportation in Cancun can be a bit of a challenge. When you get out of customs, you will be accosted by aggressive car rental sales people and once you step out of the airport doors there are even more aggressive taxi agents.

Last time I was there (in June) we checked the rental places at the airport and they all had horror stories on Yelp (https://www.yelp.com/search?cflt=carrental&find_loc=Canc%C3%BAn%2C+Quintana+Roo%2C+Mexico ) and other review sites. Insurance requirements in Mexico are complicated and most rental agencies (even big brand names) are trying to take advantage of their customers (to put it politely). Example: my credit card specifically offers CDW coverage and I have a written proof of this. I called one one brand name agency and submitted this document as they asked and the still would not confirm this. Their answer was "rent first, go to the local office and then the rental agent will decide whether they accept it or not", which is in my opinion an utterly unacceptable business practice.

We ended up renting with a local outfit called Easyway (no advertising intended) and were overall happy with the experience. They were upfront with the prices and didn't try to upsell or add-on more mystery fees.




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What is the best way to get around Cancun?

The best way to get around Canc\xfan is the bus, which stops frequently along Boulevard Kukulc\xe1n and within the downtown area. One-way fares are a steal at 12 Mexican pesos (or around 60 cents), making a ride in a Canc\xfan taxi seem exorbitant.

Are taxis reliable in Cancun?

So, is it safe to take a taxi in Cancun? Taxis in hotel zone are safe, but you should be cautious if taking a taxi in downtown. We recommend considering Private Transportation for any kind of service. It is comfortable, totally safe and always available, plus it counts with fixed non-incrementable-by-drivers rates.

Can you walk around Cancun safely?

While the majority of Cancun is pretty safe, there are some sketchy areas that tourists should avoid. These areas are the main hub for serious crime. Anywhere at night: Keep in mind that you're still in Mexico. Walking around at night might not be the best idea.

What should I avoid in Cancun?

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