Moon Palace The Grand Cancun

Cancun, Mexico

Virgin rating

The hotel

This is no minimalist hideaway – Moon Palace The Grand Cancun is an unashamed ‘maximalist’ mega-hotel packing in its own bowling alley, nightclub, and even a water park complete with lazy river, wave pool, and super-soaker slides. The children’s play zone features a neon mini golf course, bumper cars, a mirror maze, and a 3 floor labyrinth - keeping them entertained for hours! And they’ve gone gloriously over-the-top with their all-inclusive dine and drink package too, with top-shelf drinks and all restaurants included, covering fine French dining, flavourful Mexican favourites, tempting tapas, among the global menus of this luxury 5-star palace.

Amenities

  • Bicycle Rental
  • Families
  • Bar
  • Evening Entertainment
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Internet Access
  • Night Club
  • Restaurant
  • Room Service
  • Spa
  • Swimming Pool

Where is it

Located on Cancun's south shore. Transfer time from airport: 10 minutes.

Hotel information

1,304 rooms and suites. All with a furnished balcony, air-conditioning, smart TV with streaming via Google Chromcast, complimentary WiFi, Lavazza® coffee maker, mini-bar (restocked daily) with liquor dispenser and bottle of wine upon arrival, safe, iron and ironing board, and double whirlpool tubs. The bathrooms feature a double sink vanity, private bath and shower with CHI® bath amenities, bathrobes, slippers, and CHI® hairdryer and straighteners. 

Grand Deluxe Garden View Rooms with 1 king-size bed or 2 double beds, sleeping maximum 4 adults. 

All Inclusive of: all meals and snacks, 24-hour room service, stocked mini-bar, in-room drinks cabinet, WiFi access, plus a range of domestic and imported beverages including sparkling wine. All activities, entertainment, land sports, and non-motorised water sports, including the business centres.

Grand Honeymoon Suites feature additional romantic welcome amenities (subject to availability), with 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

Grand Swim-Up Suites offer direct pool access, with 1 king-size bed or 2 double beds, sleeping maximum 4 adults. 

Grand Family Suites offer one room with a king-size bed and a connecting room with 2 double beds. The kids' room includes an Xbox 360 plus a selection of Xbox games (on request), L’Oreal kids bath amenities, kid-size slippers and robes, and a mini-bar stocked with sweet treats. Family Suites sleep maximum 6 people.

Grand Governor Suites feature a spacious living and dining room, with seating for eight people, dressing room with private shower, and 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 people. 

Grand Presidential Suites consist of two adjoining rooms with private baths with showers (one room has the double whirlpool), a dining and bar area plus a living room area. The master bedroom has 1 king-size bed and the second bedroom has 2 double beds, sleeping maximum 6 adults. 

Casa Mia (signature Mexican restaurant, open for dinner). Le Chateau (adults-only French restaurant, open for dinner). The Grill (international lunch buffet, and authentic Argentinian cuisine for dinner). Cusco (Peruvian cuisine, open for buffet breakfas and lunch, plus a la carte dinner). Caribeno (seafood restaurant with ocean views, open for buffet breakfast, and a la carte lunch and dinner). Habibi (Middle-eastern dining experience, with 'mezze' style dining, open for breakfast, lunch and dinner). Circus (restaurant designed 100% for kids, with entertainment and child-friendly dishes). The Grand Buffet (international buffet, open for breakfast, lunch and dinner). La Cantina (traditional Mexican eatery, open for buffet breakfast and a la carte dinner). Jade (innovative Japanese restaurant, open for dinner). JC Steakhouse (open for dinner). Tavola (Italian fare, open for lunch and dinner). Plus a range of cafes and snack options. 13 bars including swim-up bars, beach bars, a karaoke bar, and lobby bar. Access to additional restaurants and bars at Moon Palace Cancun, next door.

Nightly shows for all ages. Unique Day Club (adult-only pool bar) and Unique Night Club* (ages 18+ only, Monday, Wednesday and Friday). Karaoke Bar.

9 swimming pools. Water adventure park with a wave pool, kids splash zone, lazy river and water slides. Triple ProFlow® Wave Simulator. Awe Spa* with hot and cold plunge pools, steam room and sauna. Fitness centre. Yoga and pilates classes. Bowling alley*. The Dreamery for ages 4-12 year, a new concept designed for kids full of surprises, games, activities and amenities. The Playroom for ages 4-17 years, where kids can enjoy face painting, video game area, mini movie theatre, bumper cars, neon mini golf, 3-floor soft play, sky trail, laser maze, interactive sports and more. Bounce zone. Wired Lounge, a gaming hub suitable for everyone, with arcade and console video games served with sweet and savoury snacks. Non-motorised water sports inlcuding kayaking, paddle boarding, and sailing. Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course nearby*. Moon Palace golf academy*. Access to additional amenities and activities at Moon Palace Cancun, next door.

Complimentary WiFi access. Pool concierge. 24-hour room service.

Please note: a travel tax of $11 per adult (over 15 years old) applies when visiting the Mexican state Quintana Roo. The payment can be made prior to travel, upon arrival or during the stay, as the tax will be imposed upon departure. There is also an additional Environmental Sanitation Tax of $3.72 USD per room, per night (payable locally, subject to change).

* Denotes local charge. 

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Image of the Tripadvisor rating Amazing people surrounded by an amazing resort

Apr 19, 2024 Climber19261634008 Waukesha, Wisconsin

We had another amazing time thanks to an incredible resort and amazing people. This was our fourth trip here in 6 months! We'd like to thank the following who always make our stay extra special: - Enrique, who is the best concierge we've ever had. - Hector who is the best bartender in Cancun (and my Mexican son!) - Miguel, Carlos, and Anebel at… Read more
We had another amazing time thanks to an incredible resort and amazing people. This was our fourth trip here in 6 months! We'd like to thank the following who always make our stay extra special: - Enrique, who is the best concierge we've ever had. - Hector who is the best bartender in Cancun (and my Mexican son!) - Miguel, Carlos, and Anebel at the unique day club and Selema at the Fun pool. You guys are wonderful people! - Ana at the Library bar, who's a special family friend. - And the entire staff at Casa Mia, including Angelica, Edwardo, Luis, and Evelyn (who makes the best Mayan Coffee on the resort). We enjoy your friendship as much as the wonderful food. - Juan Carlos at the Grill who is as much of an amazing entertainment as he is server. - The wonderful lady who works in the gift shop at the Unique Day Club. - And the amazing entertainment, especially Rock Legacy (we will meet at monkey business one day soon!!), Ragae Magic, and David McGee. This is our second home and we will continue to come back for the people as much (or more) as the facility. You can tell all these people love their job and love to make your visit special. You're truly missing out if you don't take advantage of their most valuable resource and meet these wonderful people! Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Amazing staff to pamper you!

Apr 18, 2024 Irisquilts247

We had an outstanding team assigned to us for our stay. Daniella, Viviana and Louis took care of all our requests making the week very enjoyable. Shout outs too to Heyde in the spa (ask for her when you get a facial!) and Lourdes in the salon (she’s a miracle worker on dry and battered winter heels)!
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Excellent resort for top notch service and amenities

Apr 17, 2024 Julie C Highland, Illinois

We just returned from another amazing stay at Moon Palace Grand. Our first trip to the grand was in 2021 and it was absolutely amazing as well. I did not think that trip could be topped, however the amazing staff at this resort exceeded our expectations for this trip. Every staff member that we encountered genuinely wanted to make our vacation… Read more
We just returned from another amazing stay at Moon Palace Grand. Our first trip to the grand was in 2021 and it was absolutely amazing as well. I did not think that trip could be topped, however the amazing staff at this resort exceeded our expectations for this trip. Every staff member that we encountered genuinely wanted to make our vacation absolutely perfect! We are diamond members of Palace Resorts. Our Diamond concierge Mario Tejeda Perez reached out to us approximately 30 days before our trip to set our itinerary for our family. He asked our preferences for restaurants, spas, tours and arranged our private transportation to the resort. his attention to detail was totally outstanding! He kept in contact with me, arranging golf for our family at the beautiful moon palace course. Also, during the course of our trip, he kept in close communication with me to ensure that there was nothing else that we needed. This was a family trip that we brought our eight month old granddaughter along with us. We spent a good majority of our time at the resorts many beautiful pools. At the Cusco pool, the pool concierge Esmeralda was so friendly and accommodating for our family. We had a wonderful visit with our dear friend Fanta Zuniga Gonzalez as we saw her on the grounds. We met her on a previous trip to Playacar Palace 7 years ago and to reconnect with her was so special! What a wonderful addition to your entertainment team she is! At the Wellness pool the concierge Fernando Galvez took excellent care of us in securing our Cabanas. The pool waitress Isela took care of us for our food and beverage service. The bartenders at the pool were top notch in their mixology skills making us wonderful cocktails. Jose, Vincent’s, Ricardo and Gilberto you are all amazing! The spa at the resort is outstanding. My husband and myself did a citrus couples massage. Our masseuses, Islas and Claudia were absolutely amazing. Such a relaxing massage. Another asset of this property is the amazing restaurants. We had breakfast each morning at Cusco restaurant, and were warmly greeted by the most beautiful smile of the hostess Dianely. Our servers Noe and Martin made us feel like family by the end of the week. Noe even prepared a special going home table for us on the morning of our departure that included fresh flowers and a fruit plate. We love the JC Steakhouse. Our servers Altair and Alberto were outstanding. The steaks were delicious! We had lunch at The Grill one afternoon and had the most amazing and friendly service from Renee. We had told him that we were coming for dinner one night later that week. He then talked to the pool concierge, and found out from him when our reservations were, as he wanted to make a special evening for our family at our dinner reservation. How special! Kevin and Luis at the Jade restaurant gave us excellent service. The stone grilled Flat Iron steak prepared at the table was amazing! Patricia at the Caribeno restaurant gave us wonderful service at another outstanding dinner. The appetizers and food selections at this restaurant were fabulous! The grounds of the resort are absolutely beautiful and are kept manicured to perfection. The Unique day club pool is an absolute must for adults on their trip. Another must is a visit to the Beach Club at waterfront. This is a wonderful place to enjoy a few cocktails overlooking the beach. My only suggestion to the resort would be to keep this lovely place open so you could enjoy cocktails after dinner waterfront. If you are traveling with children, the water park at the grand has everything covered for them. It is truly a family experience for all ages. The rooms are spacious and the beds are extremely comfortable. Moon Grand has my highest recommendations for families that are looking for an excellent resort for their vacations. The finest quality at this resort is the people that are there to make your vacation so enjoyable and worry free. Each and everyone that we encountered were over the top in the service that they provided and wanted to exceed expectations. We love when we go to the resorts and meet so many wonderful staff members that in the time we are there become part of our family! Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Excellent family experience!

Apr 17, 2024 abdex

We had an excellent experience like always. Cecilia at the front desk was exceptionally good at checking us in and took great care if us making sure we received all our requests (kids needs, daily requests etc) and restaurant reservations. Overall this was a great experience!
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Very nice place depending on what you’re looking for.

Apr 16, 2024 cheviont Clayton, North Carolina

I think this is a lovely property and this is my third time here. This resort is great for families. If you are an adult looking for a good time without a lot of kids splashing and running around (and crying and screaming) I would book else where (Leblanc maybe). I would say the service was okay not as great as I have had in years past, but it was… Read more
I think this is a lovely property and this is my third time here. This resort is great for families. If you are an adult looking for a good time without a lot of kids splashing and running around (and crying and screaming) I would book else where (Leblanc maybe). I would say the service was okay not as great as I have had in years past, but it was decent. Entirely too many children for my taste, it literally was like being at Disneyland except in the adult only areas. The mixed drinks are not good in my opinion, so I just stuck to champagne and wine. The Spa is AMAZING! In my opinion I liked the Moon Palace Sunrise as much as I like the Grand So the extra cost was not really worth the extra cost. I booked a 90 min tour for the second morning I was there and received more money to use in the spa. Totally worth the time, no regrets. Booking a restaurant was very frustrating as they are mostly all via reservation. Overall depending on what you’re looking for, this place is a great value. Read less