You've been at the beach all day and you've had your siesta. Now you're ready to go out clubbing! Welcome to Cancun nightlife, where there are a number of nightclubs and bars. The clubs go on all night and the bars range from fancy to downright funky. Live music and Karaoke, to beat-dropping music, mini skirt or bikini contests, along with other promotions, are numerous. There are "Ladies' Nights" where women drink for free and even some Chippendale-esque shows. There is always something for everyone. The most popular Cancun nightclubs are:
Cocobongo
Cocobongo is located in the heart of the bustling Hotel Zone. It features an extraordinary musical mix, taking sounds from the 70's and 80's, Dance, Trance, Hip-Hop, and Rave. Get ready for flying acrobats, bar top conga lines, movie clips projected on to high tech video screens, live bands, DJ's, lights, special effects, balloons, soap bubbles, confetti streamers and much more. Cocobongo is simply one of the most popular nightclubs in the world.
Dady'O and Dady Rock
Dady'O is one of the most popular Cancun nightclubs in the center of the hotel zone. The place plays mostly techno music. Check out the special promo nights and competitions! Dady Rock is a nightclub/bar, popular among spring breakers and young locals.
Azucar
Nightclub Azucar, part of the hotel Dreams Cancun, is located in the heart of Cancun's hotel zone. It's open to the public and offers a unique opportunity to enjoy Caribbean music and dance to tropical beats such as samba, merengue, and salsa.
Basic
Basic is one of the Cancun nightclubs of latest generation. This club has innovative architecture, simulating a floating island with lush vegetation and a white canvas which is open in the middle of the ceiling. Basic is the only place where you will be able to dance and party under the stars and over the lagoon. Enjoy excellent music including Rock, R&B and Pop, where there is fabulous service and have an unforgettable evening.
Bulldog Cafe
Rock bands have been playing live music at Bulldog Cafe, which offers a great laser show and an excellent view of the stage. With space for up to 2000 people, this club has a VIP lounge with jacuzzi where you will be able to savor the most exquisite drinks. Bulldog Cafe has showcased a great variety of artists such as Guns N' Roses, AC/DC, Radiohead, Mana, Molotov, Paulina Rubio and Shakira, among others.
Señor Frog's
A restaurant by day and a bar with a party atmosphere by night, Senor Frog's is one of the most important spots of Cancun's nightlife. If you haven't met anyone at the beginning of the night, you will surely have met quite a few by the end. With live music, DJ's, contests and karaoke, this bar also features a water slide that goes from the bar to the lagoon so don't forget your swim suit!
The City
The City is the Number 1 discotheque in Mexico. It's 3-leve stage is just impressive, a true homage to high tech! The City experience includes a never ending range of surprises such as the special effects, the fantastic performances of the professional acrobats, and the shows of the animation staff.
State of the art light and sound equipment make of this disco, the best choice for party lovers. The City has been the host for DJ's such as Tiesto, and Paul van Dyk; as well as rappers like 50 cent, Ludacris, and Fat Joe. The City, Playa Cabana Beach Club and the CT Lounge, are the best choices to party your days off when you're in Cancun.
Jatcha
If you are a fan of 70's and 80's music, this is the perfect place to enjoy classic rock and other popular hits of past decades. Right in downtown, just one block from the main avenue, you will be able to enjoy your favorite music.
Mambo Cafe
This is a club with Caribbean decor and the best Latin music with tropical and pop songs. The innovation in this place is the fusion between the live music and the host DJ. The best International groups from the Caribbean islands (such as Cuba, Dominican Republic, Puerto Rico and Colombia) play here, performing the hottest tropical beats like salsa, merengue, bachata and cumbia, among others.
Z Bar
The music you haven't forgotten, the videos you never knew existed and the concerts you didn't go to are all found at the same place: Z Bar. A place with modern infrastructure, cozy ambiance, and personalized service that welcomes you from the moment you arrive. The best hits in Spanish and English from the 80's and 90's, the long list of drinks to choose from and the creative touch in even the slightest detail are the elements that turn this place into something special. To wrap everything up, we have Karaoke nights every Tuesday and Thursday and we open from 3:00 p.m. on "Soccer Saturdays". Come to Z Bar and have a night like no other!
Yaxchilan Avenue
It is one of the most famous avenues in the downtown area of Cancun and it's known for its quaint ambiance. Nightlife in "La Yaxchilan" is extremely varied. You can find nightclubs with big-screen tvs, where you will be able to watch your favorite sporting events, enjoy karaoke and live music. From the streets, you can hear all sorts of different music, from rock to ballads. You will find high quality restaurants where Mexican cuisine predominates, contributing to the lively atmosphere on "La Yaxchilan" Avenue.
Pure Cancun
Pure is a nightclub located in the downtown area of Cancun, targeting mainly the local market. It has a spectacular 180º view of the Hotel Zone, via their floor to ceiling windows. There are excellent promos all week long and you pay no cover! The music varies from hits from the 70s and 80s to pop music in English and in Spanish.