The Gringo's House Guidebook
Transportation
It is a convenient because you don't need to wonder around to get a transport to the hose and back to the airport. It is safe because it is private and door to door service
143 locals recommend
Cancun International Airport
Km 22 Cancun - ChetumalIt is a convenient because you don't need to wonder around to get a transport to the hose and back to the airport. It is safe because it is private and door to door service
Souvenir Shopping
Mercado 28
Mz 13 Xel-haThe most popular place to find handcrafts and exotic souvenirs
Food scene
La Patrona Cocina Urbana
50 Xel-haLocal food and affordable prices
Neighborhoods
Take a 10 pesos bus and visit night clubs. restaurants, beach clubs, malls and much more
228 locals recommend
Hotel Zone
Take a 10 pesos bus and visit night clubs. restaurants, beach clubs, malls and much more
Groceries
This food store is pretty close to the house and it has affordable prices
21 locals recommend
Súper Akí Xel-Ha
This food store is pretty close to the house and it has affordable prices
City advice
Getting around
Public Bus routes
The most affordable way to move around. Route 1 and 2 go to Cancun Hotel Zone. Route 1 departs from Tulum avenue south side across the corner from ADO bus station. Route 2 depart from Coba Avenue right a side from Walmart store. Playa del Carmen Express van also departs at Tulum avenue right across the ADO bus station. ADO station has longe routes to Tulum and Merida
Ways to save
Private Excursion Vans
If you travel with the family or in group you can hire a private van for excursion. The most valuable you have while on vacations is time because it is limited and you want the get the most out of your vacation time. Hire a van to do excursions to Tulum, Chechen-itza, Ek-Balam, Coba, Las Coloradas and some other located out of town. This option will save you money because you will have the chance to pay for your admissions at the door or have the booked online. Tour operators charge for shared transport per person and you might end up paying more for shared transportation than hiring a van.
Ways to save
Hotel Day Pass
Some hotel offer All inclusive Day Pass. You can enjoy the pools, beach, restaurants and open bar without as much as paying for a stay.