Rating8.1
Rating8.3Adults Only
Rating8.3Full daily program including water sports, land sports, fitness, kids programming, and cultural activities. The reef park proximity makes snorkeling and diving excursions particularly worthwhile here. Certified diving and sportfishing are extra charge.
Activities at Hotel Marina El Cid Spa & Beach Resort
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Activities at Hotel Marina El Cid Spa & Beach Resort
Courtesy of El Cid Resorts
Activities at Hotel Marina El Cid Spa & Beach Resort
Courtesy of El Cid Resorts
The most praised feature of the resort in guest reviews. Large, active pool with swim-up bar, slides for children, and organized daytime activities. The social hub and frequently described as the resort's strongest asset.
Reserved for adults seeking quiet. The Jacuzzi Bar serves drinks without the noise of the main pool activities. Significantly calmer than the main pool throughout the day.
Additional pool added in recent renovations. Provides capacity relief from the main pool during peak occupancy periods.
Hotel Marina El Cid Spa & Beach Resort is set along a picturesque stretch of white sand beach, offering stunning views of the Caribbean Sea. Situated in front of the Puerto Morelos National Reef Park, the waters are clear, though sea grass may be present and is regularly cleaned by resort staff from guest areas. Non-motorized water sports are included, and beach sun loungers are available for relaxation.
From the beach. Included. The Puerto Morelos shoreline is protected enough for comfortable kayaking.
SUP boards available from the beach. Morning conditions are calmest.
Equipment from the beach. Wave conditions vary seasonally.
Boards and instruction available from the beach sports center.
Small catamaran sailing. Included.
Group catamaran excursions from the beach.
Organized pool matches by the animation team.
Pool-based scuba introduction. The reef park proximity makes this a meaningful precursor to an actual dive.
Courts with equipment. Scheduled games and open play.
Courts on the beach with organized games.
Courts available. Instruction for new players.
Available in the games area.
Cardio and weight equipment. Daily group fitness classes.
Yoga, Pilates, aqua gym, and Zumba on a daily schedule.
Supervised daily programming for younger guests. Crafts, games, and outdoor activities.
Teen-specific activities and social programming.
Live music, shows, and themed events in the evening program.
Hands-on instruction in local cuisine. The Mexican cooking classes cover Yucatan and Riviera Maya regional specialties.
Guided reef snorkeling in the Puerto Morelos National Reef Park. Extra charge but highly recommended — the protected reef has substantially better marine biodiversity than unguided shore snorkeling.
Extra charge. Fishing in Riviera Maya offshore waters for grouper, mahi-mahi, and sailfish.
Extra charge. The Puerto Morelos National Reef Park is a genuine reason to dive here — the marine protected area means fish density and coral health are better than at unprotected sites. PADI courses available.
Golf courses in Puerto Morelos and nearby areas accessible by taxi. Concierge arranges tee times.
Horse riding excursions through the local jungle arranged through the concierge.
Cenote tours, Tulum ruins, and Playa del Carmen shopping/dining excursions all within easy range from Puerto Morelos.