Cancún Hotel Industry Seeks Construction Halt for Infrastructure Upgrade

In an unprecedented move, Cancún's hotel industry is preparing to request a temporary halt on new construction projects. The Association of Hotels in Cancún, Puerto Morelos, and Isla Mujeres is asking the local government and the Quintana Roo state government to pause the development of additional hotel rooms and condominiums. This request comes in response to the need for significant upgrades to the outdated infrastructure in the already overcrowded tourist area.

Jesus Almaguer Salazar, the President of the Association of Hotels, has voiced the industry's concerns. They plan to propose the construction suspension to Ana Patricia Peralta, the municipal president of Benito Juárez, and Governor Mara Lezama.

The Hotel Association and the Council of the Mexican Caribbean Hotel have reached a consensus on this issue. They believe that a development moratorium should be imposed in Cancún's hotel area until the infrastructure can be adequately improved. While the construction of the Nichupté bridge may alleviate some traffic issues, it will not address the provision of essential public services such as water, electricity, and drainage.

Salazar emphasized the importance of this request, stating, "We are going to request this… the trust of the hotel area will be an important control tool, of regulation to govern the tourist area in terms of urban image, beaches, infrastructure, services, security." This proposed pause on construction is seen as a necessary step towards ensuring the long-term sustainability and appeal of Cancún's tourist zone.