Mexico Travel & Tourism

Mexico offers tourists white sandy beaches, lush jungle forests, ancient Mayan ruins and a vacation steeped in luxury. Because of its proximity to the United States, Mexico is a go-to destination for many tourists looking to relax at one of the country’s many resorts. Playa De Carmen, located on the Yucatán Peninsula, is a hip and European chic resort destination frequented by cruise ship visitors and tourists looking to stay in luxury. Cancún, Mexico is a famous party city that draws in more than 4 million tourists each year. With its sandy beaches, clear waters and world class resorts, Cancún is a mainstream city that will keep the lively visitors entertained. Both resorts are located within driving distance of Chichen Itza, the site of the infamous Mayan pyramids and the Temple of the Warriors. Mazatlan, meaning “Peal of the Pacific,” is another tourist charm that features sport fishing, horseback riding and cultural centers such as the Archaeological Museum of Mazatlan. Stop by Monterrey to view its historic centers and nationally renowned museums, or step outside of the city’s borders to enjoy the stunning Cerro de la Silla Mountain. Visitors to Mexico should exercise caution when travelling around Mexico, due to drug-related violence. Before visiting this scenic country, research safety tips regarding your vacation destination.


Worldwide Tourism Popularity Ranking: 15 of 230


Air Travel

  • Quality of Airports: Average (4.7 of 7)
  • Number of Airlines: 58
  • Number of Arriving Passengers: 21454000

Hotels & Lodging

  • Quality of Lodging: Average (3.9 of 5)
  • Number of Hotels: 4072
  • Average Room Rate: $97.35

Purpose of Visit

  • Business Trip: 3%
  • Family Vacation: 25%
  • Couples Getaway: 55%
  • Friends Trip: 13%
  • Solo Travel: 3%

Top Vacation Destinations in Mexico

Most popular cities in Mexico in terms of percentage of visitors and number of hotels:

  • Guadalajara
    Popularity: 21 | 0.7% Visitors | 108 Hotels

  • Manzanillo
    Popularity: 22 | 0.64% Visitors | 50 Hotels

  • Punta De Mita
    Popularity: 23 | 0.63% Visitors | 10 Hotels

  • Xpuha
    Popularity: 24 | 0.58% Visitors | 3 Hotels

  • Oaxaca
    Popularity: 25 | 0.48% Visitors | 108 Hotels

  • Puebla
    Popularity: 26 | 0.46% Visitors | 66 Hotels

  • San Miguel De Allende
    Popularity: 27 | 0.4% Visitors | 51 Hotels

  • Guanajuato
    Popularity: 28 | 0.28% Visitors | 55 Hotels

  • Puerto Escondido
    Popularity: 29 | 0.27% Visitors | 43 Hotels

  • Holbox Island
    Popularity: 30 | 0.26% Visitors | 12 Hotels

  • Palenque
    Popularity: 31 | 0.25% Visitors | 31 Hotels

  • San Cristobal De Las Casas
    Popularity: 32 | 0.25% Visitors | 60 Hotels

  • Ensenada
    Popularity: 33 | 0.24% Visitors | 34 Hotels

  • Loreto
    Popularity: 34 | 0.23% Visitors | 21 Hotels

  • Rosarito
    Popularity: 35 | 0.22% Visitors | 19 Hotels

  • Queretaro
    Popularity: 36 | 0.22% Visitors | 54 Hotels

  • Cuernavaca
    Popularity: 37 | 0.21% Visitors | 55 Hotels

  • Monterrey
    Popularity: 38 | 0.21% Visitors | 80 Hotels

  • Valladolid
    Popularity: 39 | 0.21% Visitors | 12 Hotels

  • Veracruz
    Popularity: 40 | 0.21% Visitors | 86 Hotels


Top Mexico Hotels

  • 1
    Banyan Tree Mayakoba
    Carretera Federal, Playa del Carmen
    99% recommended | 472 reviews
  • 2
    Welk Resorts Sirena Del Mar
    Carretera Transpeninsular Km 4.5 Cabo Bello, Cabo San Lucas
    99% recommended | 392 reviews
  • 3
    Capella Pedregal
    Camino Del Mar 1, Cabo San Lucas
    97% recommended | 362 reviews
  • 4
    Secrets Maroma Beach Riviera Cancun
    Carretera Federal Cancun - Puerto Juarez, Playa del Carmen
    97% recommended | 3,327 reviews
  • 5
    El Taj Oceanfront & Beachside Condo Hotel
    Privada 1 Norte, Mza. 35, Lt. 1, # 238, Col. Centro., Playa del Carmen
    98% recommended | 329 reviews
  • 6
    Casa Velas Boutique Hotel
    Pelicanos 311, Marina Vallarta, Puerto Vallarta
    97% recommended | 584 reviews
  • 7
    El Dorado Maroma a Beachfront Resort by Karisma
    Carretera Cancun-Tulum Km 55.3, Playa del Carmen
    96% recommended | 694 reviews
  • 8
    Le Blanc Spa Resort
    Blvd Kukulkan Km.10 - Zona Hotelera, Cancun
    96% recommended | 1,548 reviews
  • 9
    Buganvilias Vacation Club
    Blvd.Fco.Medina Ascencio 999, Puerto Vallarta
    98% recommended | 173 reviews
  • 10
    Rosewood Mayakoba
    Ctra. Federal Cancun, Playa del Carmen
    95% recommended | 315 reviews