Puerto Morelos

Puerto Morelos is a small beach town halfway between Cancún and Playa del Carmen, about 20 minutes from Cancún International Airport. Low buildings, a quiet central square, a leaning lighthouse and a reef protected as a national park give it a very different pace from its neighbors.

For buyers, Puerto Morelos is a way to live on the beach close to the airport without the density of Cancún or Playa del Carmen. Inventory in the beach town is limited, while the mainland and jungle areas offer more space for the budget.

Areas to know in Puerto Morelos

Town and beachside (Centro): beachfront and beach-access condos around the square and the lighthouse.

La Colonia (mainland): the residential side across the highway, with services, houses and newer gated communities.

Jungle and inland developments: lots, villas and eco-projects along the Ruta de los Cenotes.

Buying in Puerto Morelos with a licensed buyer's agent

Playa Realtors is a licensed boutique brokerage that has represented buyers in Cancún, Playa del Carmen, Tulum and across Quintana Roo since 2008. We work only for the buyer and never represent developers. Plan on closing costs of 7 to 10% of the purchase price, and ask us for a written estimate before you make an offer.

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