Park Royal Cancún Map (Most Up-To-Date)
Park Royal Cancun is a vertical, beachfront all inclusive at Km 12.5 in Cancun’s Middle Hotel Zone, with two pyramid towers stepping down from boulevard level to a terraced pool and beach deck. Key choices are ocean versus lagoon view rooms, proximity to the kids water park versus quieter adult zones, and walkable access to La Isla mall and the on site Yamil Lu’um ruins.
| Area / Zone | Best For | Key Tip | Watch Out |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lobby & Boulevard Entrance | Quick arrivals, buses to Party Center, La Isla access | Use this level as hub for buses and La Isla crossings | Elevators and ramps required to reach pools and beach below |
| Luna Pyramid & Central Rooms | Central base between lobby, restaurants, pools, and bars | Higher ocean facing floors give wider sea and pool views | No balconies in standard rooms, some noise from activity areas |
| North Wing by Yamil Lu’um Ruins | Quieter feel, lagoon sunsets, fast access to Ekinox bar | Mark this wing as reference point for north edge of beach | Slightly longer walks to kids area and main activity pool |
| Upper Terrace Pool & La Duna Bar | Adults wanting quieter pool time with elevated views | Note stair and ramp links down to lower pool before lounging | More wind exposure and less shade than lower terraces |
| Main Activity Pool & La Langosta Bar | Social vibe, animation team games, swim up drinks | Choose loungers near beach stairs if you plan frequent swims | Loud music, crowded deck during midday and holiday periods |
| Kids Water Park & Kids Club Zone | Families with young children needing a contained splash area | Nearby rooms simplify nap breaks and quick clothing changes | Early noise and high traffic can affect adjacent ground floors |
| Yamil Lu’um Ruins Promontory | Photo spots, sunrise walks, simple cultural orientation stop | Use garden path access to avoid steep sand climb from beach | Uneven ground near edges and restricted no climb sections |
2025 Park Royal Cancún Map + Printable PDF
The current layout at Park Royal Cancun still centers on two pyramid style towers at Km 12.5, terraced down from Boulevard Kukulcán to the main pool deck and wavy Caribbean beach. Recent renovations refreshed rooms and common areas without changing the basic stacked structure. Families still anchor around the kids water park near the lower pool, adults gravitate to the upper quiet pool and Ekinox Sky Bar, and most guests walk across the boulevard to La Isla and bus stops.
2025 Park Royal Cancún Map Guide
To plan with the map, think in two axes: vertical movement from the street level lobby down through terraces to the pools and beach, and horizontal movement along the shoreline between the ruins side and the La Isla side. Elevators and ramps handle most vertical shifts, while short internal paths link pools, kids areas, and restaurants. Families should trace routes between rooms, kids zones, and La Isla. Couples can highlight adult oriented spaces like the upper pool and Ekinox, and planners with mobility concerns should pre mark the gentlest ramp paths toward the pool decks.
What is the overall layout of Park Royal Cancun resort based on its official property maps and floor plans?
Park Royal Cancun stacks two pyramid towers above pools and beach, with lobby at street level and family, adult, and ruins zones stepping down.
The resort is organized vertically rather than spread out. Guests arrive from Boulevard Kukulcán into the lobby at the highest level, then move down through terraces that hold the main buffet level and the elevated adults pool, before reaching the lower activity pool, kids water park, and finally the open Caribbean beach. Two pyramid style towers frame this central axis, with rooms facing either the ocean side or the lagoon and boulevard side.
Functional zones are layered around this spine. The main buffet restaurant sits on an intermediate terrace, while bars anchor each level – La Duna at the upper quiet pool, La Langosta at the lower activity pool, the lobby bar by reception, and Ekinox Sky Bar on the Luna Pyramid rooftop. Strong photo viewpoints include the Ekinox terrace and the Yamil Lu’um ruins promontory that marks the northern edge of the beach.
Where exactly is Park Royal Cancun within the Hotel Zone, and what is its beachfront position?
Park Royal Cancun sits at Km 12.5 in Cancun’s Middle Hotel Zone on the eastern, open Caribbean beachfront facing wavier ocean waters.
The resort is located on Boulevard Kukulcán Km 12.5, in the Middle Hotel Zone node directly across from La Isla Shopping Village. This stretch acts as a commercial and pedestrian hub, roughly between the late night Party Center around Km 8 to 9 and the quieter southern hotel strip around Km 16 to 20. The hotel itself occupies the ocean facing side of the “7 shaped” island, so its beach opens directly onto the Caribbean rather than the calmer bay at the northern tip.
Beachfront facilities sit below a dune ridge, with terraced pools and decks stepping down toward the sand. The sea here usually has stronger waves and currents than resorts tucked inside the northern bay, making the area livelier for wave play but less ideal for very small or weak swimmers seeking lagoon like calm.
What attractions and activities are within easy walking distance of Park Royal Cancun?
From Park Royal Cancun, guests can walk to La Isla, Interactive Aquarium, Yamil Luum ruins and use quick rides for museums and nightlife.
Several attractions sit within an easy walk, with others a short bus or taxi ride away from Km 12.5.
- La Isla Shopping Village sits across Boulevard Kukulcán and is reachable in about 2 to 5 minutes on foot.
- Cancun Interactive Aquarium is inside La Isla and usually takes about a 5 minute walk from the lobby.
- The Yamil Luum archaeological ruins sit on the hotel’s beachfront promontory and are reached by an internal garden path.
- Playa Marlin public beach access lies roughly 0.7 to 1.1 kilometers away, about a 13 minute walk.
- Museo Maya de Cancún stands around 3.2 kilometers south and is reached by a 5 to 10 minute bus or taxi ride.
- The Party Center around Km 9 is about 4 kilometers north and typically 10 to 15 minutes by bus or taxi.
What are the main transportation options from Cancun Airport to Park Royal Cancun?
From Cancun Airport, most guests choose prebooked vans, shared shuttles, taxis, or the cheaper ADO bus plus hotel zone bus combo.
Several transport modes link Cancun International Airport to Park Royal at Km 12.5, roughly 20 kilometers away.
- Private prebooked transfer – Direct van from terminal to lobby, usually 20 to 30 minutes, often priced around 24 to 40 USD per vehicle one way.
- Shared shuttle – Per person pricing, typically about 15 to 20 USD, but total travel time can double with multiple hotel stops.
- Airport taxi – Paid at official desks outside; quickest to leave but often the most expensive, sometimes reaching about 70 USD per ride.
- ADO bus plus local bus – Budget route using ADO to downtown terminal for roughly 5 to 8 USD, then R1 or R2 bus for about 1 USD, best for light luggage travelers.
What do recent guest reviews say about Park Royal Cancun, especially for couples?
Recent reviews see Park Royal Cancun as budget friendly for couples, praising location and sky bar but noting noise, thin walls, and no balconies.
Guest sentiment for couples is mixed. Reviews consistently state that the location near La Isla and the rooftop Ekinox Sky Bar suits couples who like to go out, walk to restaurants, and enjoy sunset or night views. Guests describe Park Royal as a practical base rather than a romantic retreat, with value pricing a key positive for active pairs.
Common negatives for couples are structural. Standard rooms lack balconies, so couples cannot sit outside privately, and reviewers often mention thin walls and family pool noise reducing privacy. Feedback suggests it works best for couples who plan to spend most of their time exploring Cancun rather than relaxing quietly in the room.
How do you walk from the Park Royal Cancun lobby to the beach?
From the lobby you ride elevators or ramps down through restaurant and pool terraces, then follow garden paths to stairs onto the sandy beach.
The lobby sits at street level facing Boulevard Kukulcán, while the beach is several terraces below on the Caribbean side. From reception you follow signs toward pools and beach, take an elevator or ramp down to the main restaurant and terrace level, then continue outward toward the gardens. Paths lead past the upper quiet pool and down again toward the main activity pool and kids water park.
From the lower pool deck, stairs or a steep ramp bring you onto the sand, with total walking time usually about 5 to 8 minutes at an easy pace. Guests with limited mobility should favor elevator and ramp routes between levels, since the final transition from deck to beach does not use a fully level boardwalk.
Where are the pools and bars located within the Park Royal Cancun property layout?
Pools and bars descend in terraces from the main towers to the beach, with quiet, family and rooftop zones separated by level.
Most water zones and bars sit on stacked decks between the pyramid towers and the Caribbean.
- Upper adults pool sits on an elevated terrace below the lobby and is serviced by La Duna bar with wide ocean and ruins views.
- Main activity pool occupies the lower beachfront deck, closest to the sand, and is centered around the La Langosta swim up bar.
- Kids water park is set just off the lower pool deck, near the kids club, forming a dedicated family splash zone.
- Lobby Bar is on the street level lobby floor facing Boulevard Kukulcán, acting as the evening hub once pool bars close.
- Ekinox Sky Bar crowns the Luna Pyramid rooftop or upper terrace level, giving the highest bar viewpoint over ocean and lagoon.
Which room locations at Park Royal Cancun offer the best ocean views?
Upper floor ocean facing rooms in the central pyramids give the widest, clearest sea views, while lower levels and lagoon sides see more obstructions.
For strongest ocean views, the key variables are building side and floor height.
- Upper floors of the main pyramid towers facing east clear the dune and palm line and give the broadest Caribbean panorama.
- Ocean view rooms on about floors 4 to 6 balance height and elevator time, avoiding most pool and garden obstructions.
- Rooms oriented toward the activity pool and beach, not the boulevard, reduce traffic distraction and highlight the sea horizon.
- Lagoon view rooms face sunset and Nichupté Lagoon instead; they trade ocean vistas for evening colors and more road noise.
- Families prioritizing view plus space can look for larger family categories on higher ocean facing levels where available.
How does Park Royal Cancun’s beach and attraction access compare with Grand Park Royal, Hyatt Ziva, and other Cancun all-inclusives?
Park Royal has wavier central beach and strong mall access, while Grand Park Royal and Hyatt Ziva trade calmer water or nightlife proximity.
| Resort / Option | Beach character | Walkable attractions | Main tradeoff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park Royal Beach Cancun | Open Caribbean, lively waves at Km 12.5 | Directly by La Isla, short walk to aquarium and ruins | Excellent shopping and family outings, not the calmest water |
| Grand Park Royal Cancun | Similar east facing surf at Km 10.5 | Closer walk or short ride to Party Center nightlife | Better for bar and club access, less focused on mall proximity |
| Hyatt Ziva Cancun | Two beaches, including a protected calm cove | At north tip near bay beaches and Party Center | Much calmer swimming and higher tier setting at a higher price |
| Larger southern all inclusives (Km 16–20) | Broad but still wavy east side beaches | Fewer major attractions in easy walking range | More seclusion and resort scale, more reliance on taxis and buses |
For most guests, Park Royal sits in a sweet spot: very central, strong mall and aquarium access, and a classic wavy Cancun beach, while Hyatt Ziva suits calm water seekers and Grand Park Royal favors nightlife oriented stays.
How do cost and included amenities at Park Royal Cancun compare with Riu Cancun?
Park Royal is usually cheaper and quieter, while Riu Cancun costs more but adds 24 hour service and in room liquor dispensers.
| Property | Typical cost position | Included amenities profile | Key tradeoff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park Royal Beach Cancun | Generally lower nightly rates than Riu Cancun | Standard all inclusive with bars, buffet, reservation à la cartes | Better value but less late night and fewer party oriented inclusions |
| Riu Cancun | Often priced at a premium above Park Royal | 24 hour all inclusive and in room liquor dispensers | Higher energy, more continuous service at a higher typical price |
Riu Cancun targets guests who want a party focused, always on program, while Park Royal appeals to value driven families or quieter travelers accepting more limited late night inclusions.
What all-inclusive packages does Park Royal Cancun offer, and what does each include?
Park Royal Cancun mainly sells a single standard all inclusive plan covering meals, drinks, snacks and basics, with spa and some brands extra.
Park Royal Cancun runs on a straightforward all inclusive model rather than multiple named package tiers, so nearly everyone is on the same plan.
- All meals are included at La Veranda buffet, which serves breakfast, lunch, dinner and themed nights for all guests.
- À la carte dinners at Andiamo, Frida and El Pescador are part of the plan but usually require advance reservations.
- Domestic alcoholic drinks and standard cocktails are included at pool bars, lobby bar and Ekinox within posted hours.
- Premium or top shelf international brands may fall outside the standard inclusion and can cost extra.
- Daytime snacks from pizza and snack counters, plus nonalcoholic beverages, are included throughout pool and common areas.
- Kids club use, the children’s water park, pools and basic gym access are part of the package, while spa treatments are paid.
What amenities and family-friendly areas does Park Royal Cancun have, and where are they located on the resort?
Family amenities cluster around the terraced pool decks, keeping kids club, water park and casual dining within a small, walkable radius.
Park Royal Cancun concentrates family friendly spaces near the central pools so supervision and movement stay simple.
- Kids water park sits just off the main activity pool on the lowest deck, forming a contained shallow splash zone.
- Kids club building stands adjacent to the water park, so staff and parents can move children between indoor and outdoor play.
- Main activity pool on the beachfront deck hosts organized games and music that keep older children and teens occupied.
- La Veranda buffet on the mid terrace level functions as the primary family dining hub between lobby and pool areas.
- Poolside snack points like pizza and burger counters line the lower terraces, ideal for quick kid friendly refueling.
- Larger family suites in the main towers sit near central elevators, giving direct vertical links to buffet, pools and beach.
What are the wheelchair-accessible routes, entrances, and facilities at Park Royal Cancun?
Wheelchair users can reach lobby, restaurants and pool decks by ramps and elevators, but independent access across the sand to the water is limited.
Park Royal’s vertical layout gives several step free routes, but the final sand section is the main barrier.
- Main entrance and lobby sit at street level, and elevators connect this level with intermediate restaurant terraces and room corridors.
- Ramps link lobby and terrace levels to the upper pool and central garden areas, allowing wheelchair users to reach main social zones.
- From upper terraces, guests can continue by ramp toward the main pool deck, though slopes may feel steep for some users.
- The transition from deck to beach typically involves stairs or steep ramps and lacks a permanent boardwalk or mobi mat across the sand.
- Wheelchair users usually cannot reach the water line independently and may rely on staff assistance for partial beach access.
- Public information does not clearly detail in room accessibility features, so guests needing specific bathroom or bed adaptations should confirm directly.
Where are Park Royal Hotels & Resorts properties located throughout Mexico?
Park Royal Hotels and Resorts groups Mexican properties in Cancun and Cozumel on the Caribbean and in Acapulco, Ixtapa, Huatulco, Vallarta and Mazatlán.
Park Royal’s Mexican footprint splits between the Caribbean coast and the Pacific.
- Grand Park Royal Cancun – Higher tier sister resort in Cancun’s Hotel Zone, closer to the Party Center than Park Royal Beach Cancun.
- Park Royal Beach Cancun – Mid range, family focused all inclusive at Km 12.5 in Cancun’s Middle Hotel Zone.
- Grand Park Royal Cozumel – Caribbean side property on Cozumel island, positioned for reef and cruise traffic access.
- Royal Select at Grand Park Royal Cancun – Adults only section within the Grand Park Royal Cancun complex.
- Park Royal Beach Acapulco – Pacific coast resort in Acapulco, targeting sun and bay views rather than Caribbean surf.
- Park Royal Beach Ixtapa – Family oriented Pacific property in Ixtapa’s hotel strip.
- Park Royal Beach Huatulco – Pacific resort in Huatulco, linked to that bay and beach network.
- Grand Park Royal Puerto Vallarta – Upscale Pacific option outside Puerto Vallarta, on Banderas Bay.
- Park Royal Beach Mazatlán – Northern Pacific coastal hotel in Mazatlán’s resort corridor.
Archive Park Royal Cancún Maps
Below are all official map versions released for Park Royal Cancún between 2017 and 2016.
2017 Park Royal Cancún Map
2016 Park Royal Cancún Map
