If you’re planning a trip to Cozumel, you want to visit the island’s most famous beach. But which of the island’s beaches are closest to downtown Cozumel? I’ll answer that question and more in this guide to the best beach near downtown Cozumel. Playa Casitas is within walking distance of downtown Cozumel, making it the best option for beach lovers. This beach on the east side is almost always uncrowded and offers great snorkeling opportunities. You can also find lots of wonderful restaurants and bars on Playa Casitas, which makes it a popular spot for both tourists and locals. Fish are a perfect addition to the family’s vacation. Swim out 50 yards from the north end of the beach and enjoy the fish-filled artificial reefs for snorkeling and scuba diving. Shore diving in Cozumel can be challenging because of the usual currents that we dive in year around. Diving from Playa las Casitas is no different, but for the adventurous diver, this shallow shore dive offers a fascinating combination of pier rubble, two unheard-of sunken ships, and healthy transplanted coral. Stand-up paddleboards and windsurf boards are also available for rent. It’s very quiet on weekdays, but it’s crowded on Sunday, the traditional day of family outings. You will also find a couple of fun and popular beach clubs (with restaurants and bars) here at Playa las Casitas!

This isn't really what you would expect a beach to look like along the Mexican Caribbean. But there are some interesting structures around

This is a Super location they have a nice replica of the Mayan ruins and also a Beach from area with restaurants etc..this is near the runway of the airport you can see plane landing 👌

Enjoyed the visit on our excursion. Highly recommend it, if you're able to go Cozamel.

A small but very pretty island where you can find different monuments and learn more about the Mayans history.

Free, fun and safe. Snorkeled and wore my chaco sandals, needed for the rocky entry into the water.

Public beach on the north melgar bring your own lunch and towel there is a restaurant too but the beach is available with plenty of shade and entry (do bring water shoes) great off shore snorkeling watch the current and any boat traffic planes to cozumel international airport flight pattern adds more of a a special atmosphere Cindy FliptoursCozumel

Great place to take the kids to and relax on the beach.

Did not find this to be a great spot for a daytime chill. Might be good for sunset

This location is the Shaka on the west side of Cozumel. The fried fish was delicious, the views are great and the music is Irie. Stop by to spend time with them, great prices.

Well located but if you are in the island with a vehicle go to the beaches near from "punta sur" they are with more sand and cleaner, Palancar o Chen Rio better options

Beautiful location with lots of rich history

Very pretty and touristy

Cool spot to check out

Not the best beach on the island, not even close, but it’s in town, and a short stroll from Hemingways!!!

The water is crystal clear gd snorkeling