8 Best Cozumel Water Parks to Visit in 2024
Looking for the best Cozumel water parks? You’re in the right place!
As a travel blogger that lives in nearby Playa del Carmen, I’ve been able to visit some of the best water parks Cozumel has to offer.
Cozumel water parks cater to vacationers, cruise ship passengers, backpackers, and anyone else on the island looking for a fun aquatic adventure complete with floating water parks, snorkeling, and swimming pools.
But with so many incredible options to choose from, it can be difficult to know which ones are worth your money and precious vacation time!
MY TOP PICK
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The best water park in Cozumel Mexico is Playa Mia Grand Beach Park, offering all-inclusive packages and 20+ water activities!
In this post, I’m sharing my top recommendations for the best water parks in Cozumel, including the activities offered, who they’re best suited for, and visitor info.
So, whether you’re hopping off your cruise for the day or spending a few days exploring the island, I’ve got you covered!
Ready to find out which of these best Cozumel aquatic parks is right for you? Let’s dive in!
Top 3 Picks: Best Cozumel Water Parks
Best Cozumel Water Parks
These are the best water parks Cozumel Mexico has to offer:
1. Playa Mia Grand Beach Park
- 📍 LOCATION: Google Maps
- 🕒 HOURS: Mon-Sat 9AM–6PM (Closed Sundays)
- 🤿 ACTIVITIES: Snorkeling, Floating Water Park, Children’s Pool Water Park, Water Slides, Kayaking, Paddle Boats
- 👨👩👧👦 SUITED FOR: All Ages
- 🎟 HOW TO BOOK: Book tickets online here →
Playa Mia Grand Beach Park is one of the most popular waterparks in all of Cozumel, offering a fun-filled day for the entire family.
Playa Mia has 6 different admission packages for purchase, so you can find the package that best fits your budget and plans.
For example, the highest tier package includes all-you-can-eat, all-you-can-drink, round-trip transportation, and free access to almost all amenities and activities.
The hours of operation are Monday-Saturday, 9AM to 6PM, but it’s important to note the kitchen and bars close at 5PM when most cruise ship passengers are departing.
Very good, the facility was very well maintained, the staff was great and attentive. Nice beach area and had a good selection of water toys for both kids and adults. A+
–LESLIE (READ MORE REVIEWS)
Regardless of your package, there are more than 20 different water attractions to do and enjoy at Playa Mia including Buccaneer’s Bay, Oasis Island, the Floating Park, and the 200-foot long Twin Twister waterslides, as well as kayaking and paddle boats.
Not to mention their comfortable lounge chairs and cabanas, where you can simply relax or take a dip in the crystal-clear waters to explore the thriving underwater life.
An entire underwater city is right off the main beach at Playa Mia Grand Beach Park. Beautiful tropical fish swimming around, and unique miniature Mayan ruins sit just below the ocean surface.
And if none of the free activities pique your interest, there are other activities available for purchase, like:
- Beachfront Massage
- Parasailing
- Jet Ski Rentals
- Banana Boat Rides
- Boat Tours
- Hobie Cats (small sailing catamarans)
2. Mr. Sancho’s Beach Club
- 📍 LOCATION: Google Maps
- 🕒 HOURS: Daily from 9AM–5PM
- 🤿 ACTIVITIES: Snorkeling, Floating Water Park, Kayaking, Pool Bars, Additional Activities For Purchase
- 👨👩👧👦 SUITED FOR: All Ages
- 🎟 HOW TO BOOK: Book tickets online here →
Located towards the southern end of the island near Playa Palancar and El Cielo, Mr. Sancho’s Beach Club is another popular all-inclusive beach park in Cozumel that’s pretty affordable.
This well-known beach club is excellent for all ages and has many activities for the entire family.
One of the most popular Cozumel water sports at Mr. Sanchos is the thrilling Cozumel inflatable water park.
The beach and facilities were clean and the service was excellent. Our hosts were very attentive and ready with our food and drink needs. We definitely recommend Mr. Sancho’s – it’s a 5 star in our books!
–HENRY (READ MORE REVIEWS)
This is like a floating obstacle course, full of slides, balance beams, water trampolines, and an iceberg climbing tower. Ensure you accompany any children, as it can get a little rowdy and sometimes crowded!
Plus, with the all-inclusive package, you can also enjoy unlimited food and alcoholic beverages while lounging at the beach, pool, or swim-up bars.
Mr Sanchos Cozumel also has a large variety of additional activities available for purchase, including:
- Horseback Riding
- ATV Excursions
- Jet Ski Rentals
- Parasailing
3. Paradise Beach
- 📍 LOCATION: Google Maps
- 🕒 HOURS: Mon-Sat from 8AM–6PM, Sun from 10AM–6PM
- 🤿 ACTIVITIES: Snorkeling, Floating Water Park, Swim Up Pool Bar, Kayaking, Paddle Boards, Additional Activities For Purchase
- 👨👩👧👦 SUITED FOR: All Ages
- 🎟 HOW TO BOOK: Book tickets online here →
Paradise Beach Club is another all-inclusive, open-bar Cozumel water park with excellent food, great swimming, and other exhilarating activities.
Paradise Beach Club is easy to access from the cruise port or any other location in Cozumel and should be about a 20-minute taxi ride from most places in the city center of San Miguel de Cozumel.
This resort was just perfect, going from the views, facility, food, beach…the food and the drinks were very surprisingly JUST AMAZING. I will definitely go back and will recommend this place to friends and family.
–ANGELICA (READ MORE REVIEWS)
Paradise has many exciting activities, like the infamous floating aquatic park, high-quality food and dining options, and a large swimming pool with a swim-up bar.
What’s great about Paradise Beach is that they don’t have a buffet but rather a full menu that they’ll serve you at the restaurant or at your lounge chair.
And in addition to the usual activities that are included with most packages, you can check out some of these activities at an extra cost:
- Massages
- Jet Ski Rentals
- Banana Boat Rides
- Parasailing
- Henna Tattoos
4. Tortugas Beach Club
- 📍 LOCATION: Google Maps
- 🕒 HOURS: Daily from 9AM–7PM
- 🤿 ACTIVITIES: Snorkeling, Floating Water Park, Kayaking, Additional Activities For Purchase
- 👨👩👧👦 SUITED FOR: Ages 12+
- 🎟 HOW TO BOOK: Book tickets online here →
Tortugas Beach Club is a simple and laid-back beach club experience offering a full-service restaurant, bar, and floating water park.
Reservations are not required, but you can purchase a basic package to enjoy the facilities and water park, or an all-inclusive package with unlimited food and drinks included.
I’ve eaten here before and the food was actually pretty good–it’s standard Mexican fare and you can even order frozen cocktails in the tall plastic yards like at Señor Frog’s.
And while Tortugas Beach Club doesn’t have the sandiest beach, the water is clear turquoise, calm, and teeming with marine life.
Plus, Tortugas is basically a water sports hub in Cozumel with the floating water park, as well as water bikes, paddle boards, and jet skis–which makes it better suited for adults and older kids.
Additionally, they have several other fun Cozumel snorkeling tours and water sports available for purchase, including:
- Jet Ski Rentals
- Parasailing
- Extreme Snorkel Tours
- Discover Scuba Diving
5. San Francisco Beach Club
- 📍 LOCATION: Google Maps
- 🕒 HOURS: Daily from 9AM–5PM
- 🤿 ACTIVITIES: Snorkeling, Swim Up Pool Bar, Additional Activities Available For Purchase
- 👨👩👧👦 SUITED FOR: All Ages
- 🎟 HOW TO BOOK: Book tickets online here →
Some people claim San Francisco Beach Club is the oldest beach club in all of Cozumel. While this isn’t proven, it does have historical roots and has been around for a long time.
It’s struggling to compete with the bigger beach clubs, as Playa San Francisco has fewer activities and packages available.
However, it’s still a fun beach club where you’ll find more locals than tourists. They have lounge chairs lining the beach, decent snorkeling, a floating water park, and some other water activities like paddle boards, kayaks, and floating mats.
In addition to pool access, and dining at a well-established restaurant, you can check out some of their other activities:
- Kayaking
- Paddleboarding
- Jet Ski Rentals
6. Punta Sur Eco Beach Park
- 📍 LOCATION: Google Maps
- 🕒 HOURS: Mon-Sat 9AM–4PM
- 🤿 ACTIVITIES: Snorkeling, Boat Lagoon Tour, Lighthouse, Kayaking, Incredible Nature Preserves
- 👨👩👧👦 SUITED FOR: All Ages
- 🎟 HOW TO BOOK: Book a guided tour here →
Located on the southern tip of Cozumel Island, Punta Sur Eco Beach Park is an ecological park and nature reserve offering natural beaches and outdoor activities.
While the Eco Beach Park Cozumel is further away from town, about a 40-minute drive, it is well worth the trip especially for nature lovers.
Within Punta Sur Eco Beach Park, you can take a boat tour through the lagoon for a chance to see crocodiles, walk along the docks through the mangroves, climb the Celarain Lighthouse for incredible views, and finish off the adventurous day by lounging on the beautiful beach.
And while it’s not a traditional water park, it’s a massive nature reserve where you can still relax at the beach, snorkel in the clear waters, or go kayaking off-shore.
Punta Sur Eco Beach Park tends to be much less crowded than other all-inclusive beach clubs, mainly because it is so far away from all the other activities. But this gives it a serene, relaxing, and tranquil vibe for the entire family.
You don’t need to book a tour to visit but if you don’t have a rental car, a guided Punta Sur Eco-Park tour is definitely the easiest way to go due to its remote location.
7. Buccanos Grill & Beach Club
- 📍 LOCATION: Google Maps
- 🕒 HOURS: Tues-Sun 10AM–5:45PM, 6PM–10:30PM
- 🤿 ACTIVITIES: Snorkeling, Fresh Water Pool, Lounge Chairs, Additional Activities Available For Purchase
- 👨👩👧👦 SUITED FOR: All Ages
- 🎟 HOW TO BOOK: Book tickets online here →
Buccanos Grill & Beach Club is one of the most popular beach clubs for locals, possibly because it is one of the rare beach clubs open for dining in the evening.
Buccanos Grill & Beach Club is a great place for snorkeling right off the main beach, with snorkel gear rentals included in the day pass entry cost.
The service is known for being friendly and accommodating, and it is less crowded than some big-name beach clubs, like Playa Mia.
Our host was exceptional. It was so quiet and peaceful for my husband and I to enjoy. Snorkeling equipment was provided as part of our fee. Any questions we had as well as bar service were answered and we were waited on promptly. I would go to this beach club every time.
–JENNIFER (READ MORE)
It doesn’t have an adventure floating park or water slides, so it’s better suited for adults and older kids looking for a more relaxing experience.
And its location on the north shore of Cozumel makes it especially great if you’re staying at Cozumel resorts on the northern end of the island like Hotel B Unique.
In addition to all the basics, Buccanos Beach Club has lots of activities available at an additional charge:
- Massages
- Jet Ski Rentals
- Scuba Diving
- Parasailing
8. Del Mar Latino Beach Club
- 📍 LOCATION: Google Maps
- 🕒 HOURS: Mon-Sat 8AM–5PM
- 🤿 ACTIVITIES: Snorkeling, Infinity Pool, Lounge Chairs
- 👨👩👧👦 SUITED FOR: Adults Only
- 🎟 HOW TO BOOK: Book tickets online here →
Del Mar Latino Beach Club is a unique, exclusive adults-only beach club. They have limited space, only allowing in about 30 people per day, so an all-inclusive day pass should be booked in advance.
The exclusivity of this beach club makes it a great place for those that want to escape the crowds and enjoy some peace and quiet, away from larger groups or children.
Small, calm retreat. Easy walk from Royal Caribbean port. Service incredible, food delicious. Small pool, easy access to small snorkeling spot. Bring water shoes, water a little rocky. 18+! We’ll certainly return.
–CHERYL (READ MORE REVIEWS)
Del Mar Latino Beach Club has direct snorkeling access, with a pretty active reef and marine life just off the beach.
If snorkeling isn’t your thing, you can easily lounge on the beach chairs and soak up the sun and tranquility.
This beach club is also located about half a mile from Puerta Maya International Cruise Pier, making walking or taking a quick taxi from your cruise terminal very easy.
Tips for Visiting Water Parks in Cozumel
Follow these tips to make the most of your day at a Cozumel Mexico water park:
- Don’t expect the food to be spectacular: Most of these aquatic parks are not world-renowned for their food. And the places that offer an all-inclusive package with unlimited food and an open bar generally have a buffet-style lunch. While it’s enough to keep you full and energized throughout the adventure, you won’t find five-star meals waiting for you here.
- Factor in transportation time and costs: Many of the water parks are outside of central Cozumel, which means you’ll have to take a taxi or arrange transportation ahead of time. Most taxi trips from the ferry terminal or cruise port will cost between $100 pesos (~$6 USD) and $400 pesos (~$23 USD) each way.
- Bring biodegradable sunscreen: Cozumel is surrounded by one of the world’s most beautiful, diverse, and active reefs. Cruise ships and constant Cozumel water activities take a toll on the national reef marine park, so it’s important to preserve the wildlife and marine eco-systems. Do your part and stick to biodegradable sunscreen to reduce harm to the reef when jumping in the water.
- Bring cash for tips and deposits: Even if you book an all-inclusive package, bring a little cash to leave for bonuses and deposits. Some places, like Playa Mia, require small cash deposits for included services, like locker rentals and beach towels.
What to Bring to a Cozumel Water Park
Here’s what I recommend bringing to a Cozumel aquatic park:
In addition, you’ll also want to bring a change of clothes and some extra cash for tips (pesos or USD).
Water Parks in Cozumel: FAQs
Here are the answers to some of the most frequently asked questions about Cozumel water park excursions:
The easiest way to get from the cruise port to one of the Cozumel water parks is by taxi. A line of taxis is waiting right outside the cruise port, so you can easily hop in a cab and head to the water park.
If you’re visiting on a Cozumel day trip from Playa del Carmen or mainland Riviera Maya, you can easily take a taxi to any of these water parks. There is a dedicated taxi stand right outside of the ferry terminal.
A minimum of 3-4 hours is best for a Cozumel water park, but the more time, the better. The water parks have many drinks, snorkeling, and fun water activities. So you want to give yourself plenty of time to enjoy everything without feeling rushed.
Yes, water parks in Cozumel are safe. They are often well-staffed, with security and staff constantly walking around. While Cozumel is a safe place to visit, you’ll still want to practice basic self-awareness and avoid leaving valuables unattended.
Most Cozumel water parks are all inclusive; however, not all are. Be sure to double-check your package and aquatic park of choice because most have different packages that may include food and drinks.
Cozumel water parks typically provide day pass entry with basic amenities like beach access, outdoor pools, restrooms/showers, lockers, towels, chairs, umbrellas, snorkel gear, and free Wi-Fi.
All-inclusive packages may offer an open bar, all-you-can-eat buffet, and access to activities such as kayaking, paddleboarding, and a floating water park.
Additional activities like guided snorkel tours, scuba diving, jet ski rentals, parasailing, and massage packages are also available for purchase at most water parks.
Most water parks in Cozumel are crowded, especially the water parks that offer packages with cruise lines.
However, the water parks all have a lot of space and a good layout, making them comfortable and spacious regardless of the number of visitors.
Water park costs in Cozumel differ based on amenities and packages chosen. Prices range from $40 USD for a basic package to $100 USD for an all-inclusive one, which includes food, drinks, and activities.
Compared to aquatic parks in the United States, Cozumel parks are incredibly affordable.
A majority of Cozumel parks are designed for families. They have many adult activities, like snorkeling, jet skiing, and kayaking. And they also might have a floating water park for children and other family-friendly activities.
Yes, the Cozumel water temperature is warm enough to swim all year round. The water temperatures range from 78°F (26°C) in winter to 86°F (30°C) in summer.
Conclusion: Best Cozumel Water Parks Guide
Cozumel water parks are one of the top things to do in Cozumel and a really fun way to spend a day on the island.
The island is not known for top-tier public beaches, so an aquatic park is likely your best bet if you want to enjoy a day on the beach.
Playa Mia Grand Beach Park is my top recommendation with a loaded all-you-can-eat buffet, strong drinks, and lots of activities ranging from kayaking to snorkeling to bouncing around on the floating water park.
And while Cozumel water parks are different than Playa del Carmen water parks, they all have beach access and direct snorkel access, as well as equipment.
So, you can jump in the water and enjoy the crystal-clear water, followed by a relaxing nap on one of the beach club lounge chairs.
Remember that each water park has its own appeal. Whichever you choose, you’re sure to have an exciting aquatic adventure in Cozumel!
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