Differences Between Oceanfront, Beachfront, And Ocean View

What is the difference between oceanfront, beachfront, and ocean view?

Watching the sail boats from my room at Club Med Cancun.

Oceanfront

An oceanfront room/suite is directly facing the ocean with unobstructed views. Guests are able to have a direct view of the ocean. Many oceanfront rooms/suites will have a private balcony. Some will also have a private plunge pool or hot tub. Oceanfront rooms do not always have beach access (example: a cliffside resort). Depending on which way the resort is facing, it may be possible to watch beautiful sunrises or sunsets from the room/suite. You also have a higher likelihood to have an auditory benefit of hearing the waves crashing. (That is one of best ways to relax) An oceanfront room/suite is the most popular room accommodations requested by Markwood Magic travelers.

Beachfront

A beachfront room/suite is directly on the sand, giving guests immediate access to the beach. While every beachfront room is also oceanfront, not every oceanfront room. is beachfront. These rooms are typically more expensive but the location is perfect as you are steps way from the beach from your room. If you do love the beach, The Mexican Caribbean has some fantastic resorts that have a beachfront resort. Here are the top six beaches in the Mexican Caribbean.

One downside to beachfront is that while you are right on the sand, people walking the beach may be able to see into your room depending on how the resort is setup.

Ocean View

These rooms/suites offer a partial or full view of the ocean but are not necessarily directly facing it. Some may require looking at an angle from a balcony or window. You might see a good portion of the ocean or only a small sliver. Views can vary a lot. While can see the ocean, you may or may not be able to see the sand leading up to the ocean. Out of all the options it is going to be more budget friendly. An ocean view is best for travelers who want to enjoy glimpses of the ocean without the premium price tag of an oceanfront or beachfront room.

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