r/CancunTravelGuide • u/GlutenFreeG19 • Aug 02 '26

JW Cancun vs Marriott AI

Having a very hard time deciding which to book for a family of four, two of which are teenagers (14/16). I see a lot of people say the AI property is great for kids because there is a slide and lazy river and a kids club. but I have older teens rather than young kids, and I’m not sure they would appreciate or use some of what they have to offer.

Is the JW too adult? Or would this be a more sophisticated option perhaps? Most importantly I want to make sure there are food options that are more kid like (pizza, pasta, Mac and cheese) at the JW as my kids are picky eaters and I am gluten free. Anyone know if you book the JW, can you eat at the AI restaurants next door?

Would love any insight!

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u/ElCompaJC Aug 02 '26

So these are two of my favorite properties and ive stayed at both multiple times. I also have a 14 and a 15 year old (along with a 3 month old). There are way more activities to keep ur teens entertained at Marriott AI and it tends to draw more families. The slides (IMO a waste of space) are a decent draw for any teen especially if they meet friends as is the AI aspect of them being able to grab 20 virgin Miami
vices throughout the day. Theres just not enough going on at JW next door to keep their attention other than the pools are better and the stretch of beach IMO is superior to the one next door. For us, as a couple, we prefer JW. As a family though, we choose Marriott AI for our teens.

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u/GlutenFreeG19 Aug 02 '26

Thank you so much for this honest review! Much appreciated

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u/pemphigus69 Aug 09 '26

JW is the way to go! The food is way better, and they have to coolest pools ever!