Puerto Morelos

It’s difficult to rate the beaches along Playas México’s unique coastal stretch from Cancun to Puerto Morelos. But when it comes to shallow waters, the gorgeous coastline of Puerto Morelos stands a strong chance with its brilliantly contrasted water boasting jade green and cerulean stripes creating a separation line on the water. Just off the coast, the dazzling sapphire waves and the shoreline of the barrier reef can be witnessed under or above water. This tantalizing sight draws many avid scuba divers and snorkelers from all around the world to Puerto Morelos’s pristine beaches every year.

Both Cancún and Playas México border Puerto Morelos from both the ends. Despite of its booming infrastructure developments and real estate growth, the town retains its small-town charm. The quaint neighborhoods feature enough restaurants and bars for nighttime fun too.

The area’s main attraction is the barrier reef, which is one-of-its-kind and second largest in the world. Away from its beach settings, there are a number of lagoons and cenotes or swim holes offering crystal-clear water for a relaxing soak, swimming and kayaking opportunities. Other inland nature settings beckon the nature lovers who seek an adventurous journey through the lush and the cliffs.

Puerto Morelos, located inside the National Marine Park, is a protected area with minimal development projects aboard. For real estate investment México opportunities in Puerto Morelos, the southern and northern suburbs are appropriate with wide choices of vacation rentals Puerto Morelos and single-family homes. If looking for apartments or apartamentos, then these suburbs have some handful options for investors and retirees seeking a desire living México opportunity. Considering the rising appreciation of México real estate, investment at Puerto Morelos or any of Sotheby’s destinations México can offer positive and steady incomes.

Even though the neighboring shopping plazas in resort towns look impressive, the locally made handcrafted products interest most tourists to Puerto Morelos. The flea markets and weekend markets located south of plaza boast a number of such stalls that sell handmade art and craft stalls, hammocks and Mexican clothing, and a number of fancy jewelry.

Puerto Morelos' lively restaurant scene offers many enticing options for all foodies. The cuisine here reflects a typical local flavor inspired by the Mayan culture and México lifestyle in Puerto Morelos México.

Visitors often come here to sample local food at these small restaurants, exploring the Arrecife Puerto Morelos marine park and indulging in world-class beach fun. Whether choosing to dive or snorkel, you can still appreciate the ocean at its best and enjoy the gorgeous sight of the underwater reef housing colorful coral formations on a unique seabed. Besides, the marine habitat houses many southern stingrays, spotted eagle rays and colonized purple sea fans covering the walls of the coral reef. Soak in the stunning views of the swaying sea grass or aim for photographing those flamingo tongue snails and those cute little gastropods often found around the barrier reef.

Apart from snorkeling and scuba dive, the town offers awesome fishing opportunities at many freshwater bodies. Those seeking some adrenaline pumping activities may find zip-lining, horseback riding and ATV trails quite fun. And for history lovers, there are a variety of Mayan ruins within proximity from this town.