Cozumel, Q.R. — Cozumel reaffirms its place among the world’s most spectacular destinations after being recognized with two important awards. The “Best of the Best” awards were presented during Tripadvisor’s 2025 Travelers’ Choice Awards in Rosarito, Baja California.
According to Cozumel Mayor José Luis Chacón, “Best of the Best” is a distinction given to only the top 1 percent of destinations and properties globally.
In this edition, the iconic El Cielito beach was named among the five best beaches in Mexico, while the idyllic Isla de la Pasión received special recognition for Tripadvisor’s 25th anniversary after accumulating more than a thousand positive reviews over the past year.
“This award is a source of pride for the people of Cozumel. Everyone promotes it, visits it and cares for it. It’s an opportunity to reflect on the importance of protecting our beaches and continuing to promote them with love,” said Mayor José Luis Chacón Méndez upon receiving the awards.
The council member also highlighted the warmth and hospitality of the island’s residents as key to achieving this achievement. “Receiving this award on behalf of my fellow countrymen and women is a great honor,” he said.
Tatiana Páez, a Tripadvisor representative, explained that winners are selected based on the quantity and quality of reviews shared by travelers from around the world on the platform.
Beatriz Tinajero, President of the Cozumel Hotel Association, celebrated this being the second consecutive year the island has received these awards.
“It’s proof that we’re in a little piece of paradise, and we all take pride in caring for it. These partnerships allow more people to discover this gem we hold in our hands.”
Chacón Méndez announced that they are already working in coordination with Tripadvisor to offer training to tour operators, hotels and restaurant workers with the goal of continuing to improve service quality and strengthen overnight tourism, a key strategy for Cozumel’s sustainable economic development.
