I visited Mexico for the first time in August '05 and if I was to visit again, I would definately return here. If you're expecting a 5* All Inclusive resort, then this is not for you, but if you're looking for somewhere cheap and cheerful, you've come to the right place.

The complex is situated at the far end of the strip meaning that it's in a quiet, but very convenient and easily accessible location (buses/taxis are very cheap and very frequent and they stop right outside the complex.) You're well out of the way of the noise (and Cancun is very noisy) and the beach is really quiet. Rocks - there is a small strip of rocks at the water's edge, but they are easily avoided if you want to swim/snorkel. Don't let this put you off. The turtles eggs were hatching really close to the hotel whilst we were here, so if the beach is good enough for them, it's certainly good enough for me!!!

The rooms are basic and as they're privately owned, the decor varies considerably. We had our beds made, towels changed and the bathrooms cleaned on a daily basis. The rooms were more than adequate and had great views. Why would you need a luxury suite anyway in a country with as much to see and do as this? Surely if you expect one, you'd be paying a lot more than these prices?

The pool area was lovely and the beach couldn't have been more easily accessible. The food at the pool bar was really cheap and very tasty and the staff there were lovely.

Overall, this place is by no means perfect. If you want silk sheets and waiter service, be prepared to pay for it. If you want somewhere that's good value, to leave your bags and relax quietly by the pool from time to time, this is the place for you.

My family and I stayed at Cancun Plaza over Easter break. We had an awesome time. Peter Hartman and Chris were great hosts. Having the kitchen was a huge plus. We took the bus to downtown Cancun and loaded up on groceries, snacks and drinks. We mixed that with a few meals down by the pool and several diners on the strip.

The pool and beach were gorgeous and the sunrise from the balcony and morning coffee was to die for.

If you are looking to be catered on hand and foot this is not the place to go. If you are looking to be a little more adventuress and figure out things on your own than I highly recommend one of Tina and Peter Hartman’s rooms.

We will definitely be back

Lovely place to be, family oriented,Litlle pool bar has some very fine food! Steaks, mexican food breakfast! Drinks were great! Children had a ball in the large pool.Beach there is real big with parasailing and jet skis right on the beach.cant say enough good. clean reasonable prices, location is great! been coming to Cancun for 5 years just found Cancun Plaza and glad i did!

We have stayed at Cancun Plaza many times over the years. We love it. This is a condominium complex, not a hotel. Units are rented by owners. You need to know the owner or get references about them. Cheap rent means, well, cheap. Figure it out. We rent from great owners who take care of their units. Tina and Peter Hartman manage many units and do a GREAT job. If you want your your every whim met, go to a swanky hotel or resort. If you are independent and willing to immerse yourself culturally (i.e. speak some Spanish instead of yelling English) you will enjoy your experience. Some owners and/or managers are not good, but that should not reflect on all the owners and managers who do a great job.
Cancun has done an awesome job recovering from Wilma. Reconstruction continues and it takes time.