Presidente InterContinental Cozumel Resort & Spa by IHG
By the Top3Hotels editorial team. Based on Booking.com guest scores and reviews, location data and reference prices. We did not stay at this hotel. Updated 2026-10-24.
Book it if you want the highest-rated beachfront hotel in our Cozumel sample and are happy to pay roughly four times the price of our other two picks. Skip it if dining costs worry you or if you want to walk into town.
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This is our Luxury pick for Cozumel: a 5-star resort on the Carretera a Chankanaab with a beachfront listing, spa, pool and gym. It suits divers, couples and anyone who wants a quiet seafront base and is ready to pay for it. Guests mention easy access to diving sites, which matters on this island.
It is a poor fit for tight budgets. Our other two Cozumel picks cost around €115 to €119 a night against roughly €476 here. It is also not the place for people who plan to eat out cheaply at the hotel, since guests say meal prices are high.
Location and getting around
The address is Carretera A Chankanaab KM 6.5. Guests describe a quiet seafront setting with ocean views and easy access to diving sites, and the location score is 9.6, the strongest number on this page.
Our data has no verified walking times to the town or to specific sights, so do not assume you can stroll to restaurants in town. Free parking is listed, which suggests some guests drive. Check taxi costs and journey times with the hotel before you arrive.
What guests say
The score is 9.3 out of 10 from 1,139 reviews, joint first among the 7 hotels we compared. Guests praise a friendly, professional and attentive team and a warm welcome.
The seafront and the views come up next. The main complaint is the food bill: meals are described as tasty with good variety, but prices are high and service can be slow. Room size, noise and renovation condition have not been assessed.
Price and what you get compared with our other picks
The reference price seen for a 2-night stay in November 2026 for 2 adults was €476.42 per night, against a sample median of €174.28. These are reference prices, not live quotes, so check today's price for your dates.
Our Budget pick, Xiknal Cozumel, scored 9.1 at 2 stars for €115.06 a night. Our Best Value pick, Coralia Boutique Hotel Cozumel, scored 8.5 at 4 stars for €118.81. The extra money here buys the beachfront listing, spa, pool, gym, restaurant, garden and terrace, plus a slightly higher guest score. Whether that gap is worth it depends on how much time you plan to spend at the hotel.
Breakfast options listed are continental, vegetarian, gluten-free, American, buffet and breakfast to go. Whether breakfast is included in your rate is not confirmed.
Why it made our top 3
We compared 7 eligible hotels in Cozumel. For the Luxury slot we prioritise official 5-star hotels, and this one also sits joint first on guest score with over a thousand reviews. That combination made it the clear choice.
Before you book
Check what is included in your rate, especially breakfast, as eating at the resort is expensive. Ask about spa and pool opening times and any fees. Confirm the pet policy if relevant, since pets appear in the tags. Review cancellation terms, which we have not assessed, and plan transport to town.
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Sold out? See available alternatives →Questions travellers ask
Is the Presidente InterContinental Cozumel on the beach?
Beachfront is listed among its facilities and guests describe a seafront setting with ocean views. Ask the hotel about water entry and sun lounger availability if that matters to you.
Is it good for diving?
Guests mention easy access to diving sites. We have no list of which sites or how far they are, so check with your dive operator.
How much does it cost per night?
The reference price seen for a 2-night stay in November 2026 for 2 adults was €476.42 per night. Check today's price for your dates.
Is the food expensive at the resort?
Guests say meals are tasty and varied but prices are high and service can be slow. Budget for this or plan some meals elsewhere.
Can I walk to Cozumel town from the hotel?
We have no verified walking time to town. The address is km 6.5 on the Chankanaab road, so plan on a taxi or a car.