ExpHotel Cancún 2027 is the Cancún edition of Mexico's leading HORECA business forum, connecting hotel and restaurant buyers with suppliers on 8–10 June at Cancun Center.
Dates
8–10 Jun 2027
City / country
Cancún, Mexico
Venue
Cancun Center
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Event overview
ExpHotel CANCUN 2027 is the Cancún edition of Mexico's leading hospitality and foodservice business forum, taking place 8–10 June 2027 at Cancun Center in the Hotel Zone. The show connects hotel and restaurant buyers with suppliers of kitchen equipment, furnishings, textiles, cleaning systems, technology and foodservice products.
Cancún and the Riviera Maya form one of the Caribbean's densest hotel and resort markets, and the exhibition is built around direct meetings between qualified buyers and exhibitors from Mexico, the United States, Canada, Europe and Latin America. Visitors attend to source products, compare suppliers and follow HORECA trends; exhibitors attend to reach decision-makers from hotel chains, independent restaurants, bars and catering companies.
TL;DR
Visit to compare hotel and restaurant suppliers in one place, test equipment and materials, and meet owners, operators and purchasing teams from the Mexican Caribbean. The June dates sit before the peak summer season, when many properties finalise refurbishment and supply decisions.
Exhibit to reach decision-makers from Cancún, the Riviera Maya and south-east Mexico in a focused HORECA environment. The show's buyer mix covers hotel chains, independent restaurants, bars and catering operators, and the venue sits inside the Hotel Zone close to major resort headquarters.
Attendees, exhibitors & solutions
Visitor profile
Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.
Exhibitor profile
Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.
Product categories
Key solution areas showcased across the event.
Location & Facilities
Blvd. Kukulcán Km. 9, Punta Cancún, Zona Hotelera, 77500 Cancún, Q.R., Mexico
Entrances & gates
Main entrance, Blvd. Kukulcán Km. 9
Closest to the Hotel Zone bus stops and taxi drop-off.
Food options
Cancun Center catering
On-site diningParking: Use the on-site car park off Blvd. Kukulcán; arrive early on show mornings because the Hotel Zone traffic builds after 09:00.
Gate: Enter through the main lobby on Blvd. Kukulcán Km. 9; the exhibition level is signposted from reception.
Attend
Ticket info
Badge collection
Bring photo ID and the organiser confirmation to the registration desk in the main lobby.
Ticket notes
No ticket price is printed; register or request participation through the organiser using the contacts on the official page.
What's on
La Veste d'Or du Chef 2027
A chef competition co-located with the show; participation and sponsorship enquiries are handled by the organiser.
Cancun Center
Wine Camp y Catas Educativas 2027
Wine education and tasting sessions co-located with the show, open to sponsorship and participation enquiries.
Cancun Center
How the last edition performed
Last edition
2025
Visitors: 8,800
Exhibitors: 550
This edition
2027
Visitors: 9,000
Exhibitors: 600
Next edition
Not announced yet
Edition recap
The most recent Cancún figures available are for 2025: 8,800+ buyers and 550+ suppliers, with 32,000+ products on display. These are third-party published figures rather than an audited organiser statement.
Impact
Cancún's resort corridor is a high-concentration buyer market: a single regional show can put a supplier in front of hotel owners, operators and purchasing teams responsible for thousands of rooms and dozens of F&B outlets. For visitors, the concentration shortens supplier discovery; for exhibitors, it compresses a long relationship-building cycle into three days.
Audience quality
The buyer mix is senior and specification-led: owners, general managers, F&B directors, chefs and purchasing managers from hotel chains, independent restaurants, bars and catering operators. The regional catchment includes Cancún, the Riviera Maya and south-east Mexico, with international exhibitors and buyers from the US, Canada, Europe and Latin America.
Exhibitor outcomes
ROI depends on matching the stand to the buyer: equipment and technology suppliers should book demonstration space, while textiles, amenities and cleaning suppliers can use a compact shell scheme. Use pre-show outreach to the large hotel groups, staff the stand with Spanish-speaking technical staff, and follow up within 48 hours while specification conversations are fresh.
Intelligence
Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.
Why it matters
Cancún and the Riviera Maya are among Latin America's most concentrated resort markets. Continuous hotel renovation, new openings and foodservice investment create year-round demand for equipment, furnishings, amenities and technology, and a regional show gives buyers and suppliers a focused place to compare specifications and negotiate.
Key trends shaping this market and its wider industry.
Refurbishment cycles accelerate
Resort groups are renovating rooms, lobbies and F&B outlets to compete for premium leisure demand, driving replacement demand for furniture, textiles, bathroom products and lighting.
What it changes: Suppliers with short lead times and design-led ranges can win multi-property renovation orders.
Kitchen efficiency and energy use
Operators are investing in high-efficiency refrigeration, combi ovens and kitchen workflow systems to control energy and labour costs across large banqueting operations.
What it changes: Equipment exhibitors should demonstrate total cost of ownership, service coverage and spare-parts availability.
Digital guest experience and data
Hotels are adopting POS, property-management, contactless check-in and guest messaging tools that integrate with procurement and loyalty systems.
What it changes: Technology suppliers need to show interoperability with existing hotel stacks and data-protection compliance.
Sister ExpHotel editions and the main national hospitality trade show give buyers a year-round sourcing calendar.
ExpHotel Puerto Vallarta 2027
Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
Pacific-coast sister edition; dates are a circuit estimate and should be reconfirmed.
websiteAbastur 2027
Mexico City, Mexico
National hospitality and foodservice exhibition; useful for buyers who also source in Mexico City.
websiteDates for the Puerto Vallarta edition come from an exhibition-calendar listing; the Abastur dates come from the same calendar and should be reconfirmed with the organisers.
Plan your trip
Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.
Main gateway for the Hotel Zone; book a transfer or use the ADO bus to downtown Cancún.
About 20 km
to venue
25–35 minutes
by car
Cozumel International Airport
Smaller island gateway; only practical if combining the show with Cozumel.
About 75 km plus ferry
to venue
2–2.5 hours including ferry
by car
A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.
USD 85–130 / night
Good value and a 15–25 minute taxi or bus ride to the Hotel Zone; convenient for the ADO station.
USD 170–260 / night
Walkable to the venue; the Aloft is directly attached to Cancun Center.
USD 300–480 / night
Resort-style stays with beach access; book early because June is a busy leisure period.
Get around the city with these convenient transport options.
ADO bus
Frequent departures; from downtown take a taxi or local bus to the Hotel Zone.
Taxi / pre-booked transfer
Use an authorised airport taxi or a pre-booked transfer; agree the fare before departure.
Plan your trip
Check the latest visa requirements and entry guidelines before travelling.
| Type | Who needs it | Fee | Processing | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Visitor visa for business | Nationalities not covered by Mexico’s visa-exemption agreements | $60.00 | 2–4 weeks |
Many US, Canadian and EU passport holders enter Mexico visa-free for business visits, but rules depend on nationality and length of stay; check the INM and Mexican embassy guidance before booking.
ATA Carnet is accepted for temporary professional equipment and exhibition goods subject to Mexican customs formalities; confirm with the freight forwarder.
Official visa pageWeather
June is hot and humid with a higher chance of afternoon showers: daytime highs around 32–34°C, nights around 24–26°C, and roughly 140 mm of rain across the month. Carry a light rain layer and plan indoor backups for outdoor events.
Plan for the climate
Check temperatures and pack accordingly
Venue connectivity
Mexican SIM/eSIM data is widely available at CUN; the venue lists internet among its services and hotels generally provide Wi-Fi. A local data plan is useful for taxis and translation.
Ride-hailing
Taxis
Public transit
Car rentals
Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.
Language
Cancún is a bilingual tourism city; Spanish is the first language and English is common in hotels and restaurants.
Tipping
Tipping is customary in restaurants and for hotel staff; check whether a service charge is already included.
Practical guides
Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.
Destination: Cancún International Airport (CUN)
Book 2–4 months ahead for June; direct routes to CUN are strongest from the US east coast and Canada.
Book flightsVisa rules vary by nationality; many visitors enter visa-free, while other passports need a Mexican visitor visa before travel.
Estimated cost: USD 0–60 depending on nationality and consulate
Processing: 2–4 weeks when a visa is required
Carry a passport valid for at least six months and proof of onward travel; business visitors should check the current INM rules.
OfficialPartnerGet to the venue and around the city with these options.
Airport → venue: 25–35 minutes by taxi or pre-booked transfer; ADO bus to downtown then taxi.
Hotel → venue: Walk from Hotel Zone hotels or take a short taxi; the Red Bus runs along Blvd. Kukulcán.
Ride-hail: Uber operates in Cancún but pickup rules at the airport and Hotel Zone can be restrictive; confirm in the app.
Public transit: The Red Bus and local buses run along the Hotel Zone; fares are low but exact change helps.
Parking: The venue has on-site parking; confirm the day rate with Cancun Center.
Plan and pack for the event climate.
Month: June
Temperature: 24–34°C
Seasonality: Warm and humid with a higher chance of afternoon showers; June is in the rainy season.
Packing: Light breathable clothing, a compact umbrella or rain shell, comfortable shoes and sunscreen.
Plan your trip
Best day to visit: Day 2, 9 June 2027
The middle day usually has the fullest programme and exhibitor staffing, and it leaves the first day for travel and the last day for follow-ups.
Confirm registration and build a target exhibitor list — Download the exhibitor list when published and shortlist 10–15 suppliers.
Book flights and hotel — June is busy; choose a Hotel Zone hotel within walking distance or a downtown option near the ADO station.
Plan meetings and sessions — Email target exhibitors for appointments and check the programme for co-located events.
Prepare documents and budget — Pack passport, confirmation, business cards and a B2B data-protection note.
Travel and check in — Arrive the day before, collect the badge if possible and confirm the route to Cancun Center.
Registration and badge collection
Cancun Center main lobbySupplier meetings on the exhibition floor
Exhibition hallLunch and informal networking
Venue catering areaProgramme session or co-located event
Cancun Center session roomIsla Mujeres
Beach and Island Day Trip
Ferry from Puerto Juárez, about 20 minutes
A short break from the show floor with beaches, snorkelling and a relaxed island lunch.
Tulum and the Riviera Maya
Archaeology and Coast
About 2 hours south of Cancún
Combine Mayan ruins with a swim in a cenote or a beach stop on the Riviera Maya.
Hotel Zone beachfront bars
Informal evening networking
Punta Cancún has a concentration of hotel bars within a short taxi ride of the venue.
Cancun Center café and lobby
On-site meetings
Useful for short follow-ups between sessions; arrive early for seating during peak hours.
The show is a concentrated three-day window; fast, specific follow-up is what converts conversations into quotes and meetings.
Budget
Shell scheme
USD 55–95 / m²
Raw space
USD 180–280 / m²
Standard booth
9 m²
Indicative Cancún HORECA stand costs; no official tariff was printed. Confirm with the organiser and stand builder.
sourceAdjust the inputs below to create a directional event budget.
This is a directional estimate. Please verify live rates before booking.
Official cost items and estimated ranges for exhibitors.
booth_shell
exhibitor · standard
USD 495–855 / 9 sqm stand
booth_raw
exhibitor · raw space
USD 6480–10080 / 36 sqm
hotel
both · mid
USD 170–260 / night
per_diem
both · standard
USD 50–85 / day
flight
visitor · economy
USD 280–950 / return trip
visa
visitor · standard
USD 60 / per person
| Item | For | Tier | Estimated range | Status | As of |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| booth_shell | exhibitor | standard | USD 495–855 / 9 sqm stand | estimate | 2026-10-31 |
| booth_raw | exhibitor | raw space | USD 6480–10080 / 36 sqm | estimate | 2026-10-31 |
| hotel | both | mid | USD 170–260 / night | estimate | 2026-10-31 |
| per_diem | both | standard | USD 50–85 / day | estimate | 2026-10-31 |
| flight | visitor | economy | USD 280–950 / return trip | estimate | 2026-10-31 |
| visa | visitor | standard | USD 60 / per person | estimate | 2026-10-31 |
Decision
Answer six quick questions to see whether ExpHotel Cancún 2027 is best for a visit, an exhibit or a skip.
QUESTION 1 OF 6
What best describes your role?
Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.
visit
You have specific sourcing needs and can schedule meetings in advance.
Best for
Hotel, restaurant, bar and catering buyers sourcing products for the Mexican Caribbean
Min. budget
$1,500.00
Timeline
1–3 months
Risks
June is peak season; hotels and flights fill early
Trade access requires organiser confirmation
exhibit
You can commit to a stand, Spanish-language support and fast follow-up.
Best for
Suppliers of hotel equipment, furnishings, amenities, cleaning or technology targeting Cancún and the Riviera Maya
Min. budget
$6,000.00
Timeline
3–6 months
Risks
Freight and customs delays
High June hotel rates for staff
skip
You cannot act on leads within the next quarter or have no relevant product.
Best for
General consumers, job seekers or companies with no hospitality product fit
Timeline
Not applicable
Risks
Missing a focused buyer audience
Travel cost without a clear pipeline
Book with
Cancun Center
The convention centre hosting ExpHotel Cancún, in the Zona Hotelera on Blvd. Kukulcán Km. 9.
Public venue body; not confirmed as an official commercial partner.
Aeropuerto Internacional de Cancún (ASUR)
The main gateway airport for Cancún and the Hotel Zone.
Public airport operator; useful travel resource, not a confirmed show partner.
CANIRAC Quintana Roo
National chamber representing restaurants and foodservice businesses in Quintana Roo.
Public industry association; not confirmed as an official show partner.
Secretaría de Turismo de Quintana Roo
State tourism authority for Quintana Roo and the Mexican Caribbean.
Public tourism body; not confirmed as an official show partner.
Recommended providers
Instituto Nacional de Migración (INM)
Official Mexican immigration guidance; check nationality-specific rules before travel.
Useful for comparing Hotel Zone and downtown rates; book a cancellable rate early.
Suggested airline for connections via Mexico City; compare direct routes to CUN.
Suggested freight forwarder; not a confirmed official show handler.
Suggested travel and business insurance provider; confirm exhibition-equipment cover.
Suggested booking resource for Isla Mujeres and Riviera Maya day trips.
The event’s exhibition portal; confirm whether lead retrieval is included with your stand.
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