The impact of the Mayan Train and Tulum Airport on the Cancun real estate market
Since major federal infrastructure projects in the region began being announced, such as the Mayan Train and the new Tulum International Airport, many have been asking, “How will this affect Cancún’s real estate market?” Based on my experience and analysis of investor behavior, I can confidently say that Cancún has not only not been negatively affected, but has emerged stronger.
Maya Train: A wave of exposure and visibility
The arrival of the Mayan Train has brought with it an unprecedented regional visibility campaign. From social media to national and international media, the Riviera Maya is constantly being talked about, positioning it as one of the country’s most attractive places to invest. This level of exposure has created a positive domino effect throughout the region, and especially in Cancún.
The train will also have a station in Cancún, connecting the city with other tourist hubs such as Playa del Carmen, Tulum, Bacalar, and Chetumal. This connectivity not only facilitates the mobility of tourists and residents, but also boosts Cancún’s real estate value by further integrating it into the regional development landscape.
Tulum Airport: Market Expansion, Not Competition
When the new airport in Tulum was announced, some thought it could divert tourist flow and, with it, investment capital. But the reality has been different. Far from posing a threat to Cancún, the airport has opened new markets to the south, benefiting areas such as Bacalar and Chetumal, but without affecting Cancún’s dynamism or real estate demand.
In fact, many investors now prefer Cancún due to its greater stability, consolidation, and air connectivity (with four operational terminals) and see the Tulum airport as an expansion of the tourism ecosystem, not as direct competition.
Cancún: Reaffirmed Leadership in the Riviera Maya
Although Tulum has a huge offering of real estate projects, Cancún is now consolidating its position as the most trusted city for real estate investment. This confidence does not come without a price; it is backed by several key factors:
- Greater price stability.
- More competitive interest rates.
- High-impact public works such as the renovation of Avenida Colosio and the Nichupté Bridge.
- Consolidated urban and tourism infrastructure.
In conversations with developers, banks, and clients, I see time and again how Cancun is perceived as the safest and most profitable destination to invest in today.
Conclusion
Neither the Mayan Train nor the Tulum Airport have slowed Cancún’s growth. On the contrary, these projects have raised the profile of the entire region, and Cancún, with its infrastructure, stability, and sustained added value, remains the undisputed leader in real estate investment in the Riviera Maya.
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