Gorgeous beach views and oceanside delights await at Iberostar in Cancún

Luxe accommodations and locally inspired architecture. Round-the-clock service and programming, including some of the most unique kids’ activities around. World-class sports facilities. Delectable cuisine. When it comes to your vacation, there’s no shame in wanting it all. And if you’ve set the bar high, Iberostar Selection Cancún delivers on every front.

With its spectacular white-sand beaches, short flight time from Toronto (a little over four hours, with daily service on Air Transat), nearby historic and adventure sites, impeccable gastronomy and lively nightlife, it’s easy to understand why Cancún is a perennial favourite spot for Canadians. But if wanting it all includes a break from the crowds, don’t let Cancún’s hot-spot status deter you. At Iberostar Selection Cancún, you can have your cake and eat it too with tranquil luxury steps from all the action.

This is what paradise looks like

White sand and warm turquoise waters are the most obvious prerequisites for any sun getaway. Iberostar Selection Cancún’s prime location doesn’t just check that box—it sets the standard with miles of pristine shoreline mere steps from your room. Start your day with sunrise yoga, then slide into a lounger and enjoy some hard-earned relaxation time. Hungry? You don’t even have to leave the sand for laid-back bites at Las Olas Beach Bar and food truck, just one of the 10 delectable dining options included in your stay.

Beach not your thing? There are no less than 10 pools onsite, including a relaxation pool, kids’ splash pool and a water park for guaranteed fun. And if you’re looking to be a little more active, there’s a fitness centre, two tennis courts, volleyball courts and even a pro-size regulation FIFA soccer field.

Made for the whole family

Whether you’re looking to reconnect on a romantic couple’s retreat or out for a sunny good time for the whole family, the perfect accommodations exist at Iberostar Selection Cancún. There are 13 room types in all—including two-bedroom suites—all offering gorgeous ocean views, modern amenities, free daily minibar service and room service from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.

If you’re travelling with little ones, the resort lets you skip the usual hassles. Iberostar’s Baby Essentials program has you covered, with high chairs, baby bathtubs and bottle sterilizers all available on request. And if your kids are between the ages of four and 12, Star Camp is programming the kids will actually want to escape to: think cooking classes, filmmaking and even a mini disco.

While the kids are off having a blast, you’ll want to soak up all of Iberostar’s grown-up offerings, from the hydrotherapy pools or some pampering at SPA Sensations to a round of golf on the 150-acre 18-hole onsite golf course, designed by Japanese professional golfer Isao Aoki.

Whet your appetite

The freshest seafood. Elegant teppanyaki and Japanese specialty dishes. There’s an answer to every craving at this Iberostar resort’s restaurant and buffet offerings, all included in your stay. From sustainable seafood and Spanish flavours—a nod to Iberostar’s roots—at the chic Al Mar Beach Social Lounge to classic Italian favourites hot from the outdoor wood-burning oven at Trattoria La Horma, you won’t want to skip a meal.

And if your appetite leans toward history and adventure? There’s no better place to situate yourself than right here. Snorkel with turtles in Akumal Bay, take a dip in a cenote, explore the ruins of Tulum, or take in all the fun and energy of Cancún right at your doorstep—it’s all nearby. Who said you can’t have it all, especially when it comes to your vacation.

Explore all this exciting resort has to offer and get started planning your trip at transat.com.