How much does it cost for a week vacation in Cancun Mexico?

- Prices depend on the resort and time of year (spring break and the holidays being the most expensive).

- Budget (from about $1,500-$2000 per person):

- All-inclusive 3 Star Hotel.

- Hostel accommodations and street food.

- Limited to mostly free or cheap activities.

- Mid-Range (from about $2,000 - $4000 per person):

- 4-Star Hotel or All-inclusive 3 Star Hotel with an upgraded room.

- Meals at local, reasonably priced restaurants.

- Some paid excursions or water activities.

- Luxury (from about $4,000+ per person):

- All-Inclusive, upscale 4-Star to 5-Star Hotel.

- Fine Dining.

- Many different excursions and activities.

Accommodations:

- $150-$250/night for a standard hotel room.

- $35+/night for a hostel bed.

- $350+/night for an all-inclusive resort.

- Airbnb options from about $100+/night.

Flights:

- Roundtrip from the US from about $350-$800 (varies depending on the city and time of year)

- Direct flights from the US typically 4-5 hours.

Activities:

- Beach chairs and umbrellas at beach clubs from $10-$30.

- Non-motorized water activities (paddle boarding, snorkeling, etc.) from $20-$60.

- Cenotes (natural swimming holes) from $10-$30.

- Day cruises from about $50.

- Guided excursions to Mayan ruins from $50-$200.

- Scuba diving and other diving excursions from about $100.

- Day trips to Isla Mujeres are about $150+.

- Xel-Há Natural Waterpark is about $200.

- Xcaret Eco Theme Park is about $100.

Food:

- Can get by cheaply on authentic street tacos and tortas for a few dollars each.

- Basic breakfast/lunch: $15-20.

- Dinner at inexpensive local restaurant or food stand: $20-$40.

- Fine-dining restaurant: $50+.

- Drinks: beer about $2, cocktails $5+.

Transportation:

- Renting a car will be from about $35-$75/day.

- Taxis around the Hotel Zone are about $15-30.

- ADO buses between the Hotel Zone and Cancun city center is about $1.15.

- Buses between Cancun and Playa Del Carmen are about $15.