Presidente Cancun
Contemporary Mexican-Caribbean. Refined but approachable. More boutique in feel than its 300-room size suggests. Favors adult couples and families over spring-break crowds.
Book a Club Signature room or suite for Club Lounge access — daily buffet breakfast plus evening canapes is a genuine value add
Why It Matters
One of the original luxury properties in Cancun's Hotel Zone, operating under the Presidente brand for decades and now part of IHG. Sits on what's consistently described as the calmest and widest beach at Punta Cancun (the northern tip of the strip). The IKAL Spa blends Mayan and Eastern traditions. The King Coral Presidential Suite tops out at 200 sqm with its own roofed pool.
The Presidente InterContinental sits at Km 7.5 on Cancun's hotel strip, on one of the widest and calmest stretches of Caribbean beach in the Zona Hotelera. All 300 rooms and suites are dressed in marble floors, monochrome Mayan cultural artwork, and Agraria citrus toiletries — polished without being cold. The lobby is warm and contemporary, the beach genuinely calm (it faces north, so wave action is minimal), and everything guests actually need — spa, pools, kids' club, multiple dining venues — is competently on-site.
Where You'll Stay
19 room types available
King Accessible Terrace Room
Specifically designed for guests with reduced mobility. King bed, private outdoor terrace, and roll-in shower. One of three accessible rooms on property.
1 King · 34 sqm
King Caribbean Suite Ocean Front
Over 100 sqm of space directly facing the Caribbean. The double private balcony is the star feature — sunrise views from two angles. Club Lounge access and all Club perks.
1 King · 107 sqmKing Classic Lagoon View
Looks out over the Nichupte Lagoon and the Hotel Zone. Modern design with marble floors and a clever sliding wooden screen in the shower for adjustable privacy.
1 King · 34 sqmKing Classic Ocean View
Direct Caribbean Sea views through a large balcony and a glass-fitted bathroom that lets you admire the ocean even while showering. King bed. One of the best value upgrades on the property.
1 King · 34 sqm
King Classic Room
Entry-level room with a king-size bed, marble floors, and Mayan cultural artwork. Clean and modern. No balcony on this category but all standard in-room amenities.
1 King · 34 sqmKing Classic Terrace Room
Ground-level or low-floor king room with a private outdoor terrace. Good for guests who prefer private outdoor space over high views.
1 King · 34 sqm
King Club Signature Room
Located in a newer exclusive wing of the hotel. King bed plus sofa, work desk, two chaise lounges, and a private second-floor terrace with outdoor shower. Club Lounge access included. Good upgrade for solo travelers or couples who want extra space.
1 King · 65 sqmKing Club Suite Ocean View
Larger suite facing the Caribbean Sea with a glass-wall bathroom offering ocean views from the shower. Includes a living room with work desk and bar. Club Lounge access included — that means free daily buffet breakfast and evening canapes.
1 King · 60 sqmKing Club Terrace Ocean View Room
King Club room with a large balcony overlooking the ocean and the signature glass-fitted bathroom. Club Lounge access included.
1 King · 60 sqmKing Coral Presidential Suite
The top of the house. 200 sqm with a living room, dining room, full kitchen, large terrace with ocean views, and — the standout feature — its own roofed private pool. The bathroom includes a double Jacuzzi. Club Lounge access. If you're asking about pricing, it's not cheap.
1 King · 200 sqmKing Signature Suite Ocean Front
Located in the newer exclusive wing. 154 sqm with a large living room, spectacular terrace with alfresco dining area and chaise lounges, and a separate back terrace with private outdoor shower. About as spacious as a small apartment. Club Lounge access included.
1 King · 154 sqmKing Suite Terrace Lagoon View
Top-floor suite facing the Nichupte Lagoon. Private balcony with dramatic lagoon panorama, separate living room with work desk, soaking bathtub. Club Lounge access. A quieter, slightly less expensive alternative to the ocean-facing suites.
1 King · 65 sqmKing Suite Terrace Ocean View
Top-floor suite with a panoramic Caribbean view. Private balcony, separate living room, work desk, and a proper soaking bathtub. Club Lounge access included. Good middle-ground before jumping to the flagship suites.
1 King · 65 sqmQueen Classic Lagoon View
Two queen beds with Nichupte Lagoon views. Same sliding wooden screen shower privacy feature. Fits 4 guests at a lower price point than ocean-view equivalents.
2 Queens · 34 sqmQueen Classic Ocean View
Two queen beds facing the Caribbean Sea, large balcony, and signature glass-fitted bathroom. Good family option if you want ocean views without jumping to Club category.
2 Queens · 34 sqmQueen Classic Room
Same layout as the King Classic but with two queen beds. Good for families or friends sharing. Fits up to 4 guests.
2 Queens · 34 sqmQueen Classic Terrace Room
Two queen beds with a private outdoor terrace. Good family option at the lower end of the room tiers.
2 Queens · 34 sqmQueen Club Signature Room
Two queen beds in the newer exclusive wing. Private second-floor terrace with outdoor shower, sofa, work desk, two chaise lounges. Club Lounge access included. Great for families wanting extra space and Club perks.
2 Queens · 65 sqmQueen Club Suite Ocean View
Same layout as the King Club Suite but with two queen beds. Fits 4 guests. Club Lounge access and ocean views through glass-wall bathroom. Sliding wood window for privacy.
2 Queens · 60 sqmThe Property
Eat & Drink
5 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
Hands-on crafts workshops for guests. Part of the kids' and family programming.
Eco-tour excursions organized through the hotel's travel desk. Nearby options include Isla Mujeres, Tulum, and Chichen Itza transfers.
The Cancun Golf Club at Pok Ta Pok is just 1 km away. The hotel can arrange access and transfers.
On-site ping-pong tables for casual guest use.
Supervised children's club for ages 4–12. Activities include crafts, painting, and organized games. Professional staff. Parents can relax knowing kids are entertained.
Kayak and catamaran access from the beach. The calm sea at Km 7.5 makes these activities especially accessible even for beginners.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Three rooms with adapted bathrooms and roll-in showers for guests with reduced mobility.
Wide private beach on the Caribbean Sea at Km 7.5 — one of the calmest and most spacious stretches in the Hotel Zone. Complimentary palapas, loungers, and towels.
24-hour business center with wired internet access.
8,142 sq ft (756 sqm) of meeting and conference space with 5 meeting rooms. Suitable for corporate events and weddings.
Exclusive lounge for Suite and Club InterContinental room guests. Includes daily complimentary buffet breakfast and evening canapes and drinks. Personalized check-in and concierge service.
Complimentary wireless internet access throughout all hotel areas.
On-site travel agency for booking tours, excursions, and transfers to Xcaret, Isla Mujeres, Tulum, and Chichen Itza.
On-request nanny service for guests.
Currency exchange available on-site.
24-hour gym with cardio, elliptical, and weight machines. Views of the garden. TVs available.
Full concierge services for tours, transportation, restaurant reservations, and general assistance.
Laundry and dry cleaning services available.
24-hour room service available to all guests.
Complimentary self-parking for hotel guests, including an electric vehicle charging station.
Up to 2 pets per room allowed. Pets must be on a leash in public lobby areas and are not permitted in restaurants. Pet deposit applies (not inclusive of taxes).
Two large outdoor pools with cabanas, sun loungers, and pool umbrellas. Never reported as crowded by reviewers.
Five open-air jacuzzis available to guests.
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