The sun-drenched beaches of Mexico are known for their appeal to the well-heeled, but these idyllic locations are increasingly becoming popular for visitors of every budget.

The peak season runs from October through May. Even during this time, rates at the most exclusive resorts start around $150 per night. To add to the convenience and ease of enjoying a fabulous Mexican beach vacation, many visitors from the U.S. can arrive in Mexico after just a two hour flight. Read on for more details about the top rated beach resorts in Mexico.

The Isla Navidad is set on a private island between the Pacific Ocean and Laguna Navidad. Here, guests can enjoy complete seclusion and romance in a beautiful self-contained resort. Fabulous facilities ensure guests have access to everything they might need including a yacht marina, tennis courts, three pools, two restaurants, a 27-hole championship golf course and country club.

The Camino Real Las Hadas is situated on the southwest coast of Mexico. If the beach at this beautiful resort looks familiar, it is no wonder. It was featured in the movie 10, starring Bo Derek.

Over the years, the resort has managed to retain its tropical, romantic appeal despite its Hollywood association. Enjoy a private marina and beach as well as the opportunity to soak up the gorgeous beauty from your own private terrace. As if that were not enough, there is a private plunge pool in every one of the five suites.

If you are looking for the opportunity to get away from the hordes of tourists that commonly descend on Mexico during the high season, this is the perfect place to escape. Casa del Mar offers only 25 guest rooms and 31 suites, so you can be rest assured your getaway will never be interrupted by crowds.

The tranquil calm of the lush gardens will lull you into relaxation while the world-class spa and beauty salon will refresh and invigorate you. Personal service is the rule at this resort, where two staff members are assigned per guest. On-site amenities include private beach access, tennis courts and a Robert Trent Jones golf course.

No setting could be more idyllic than La Jolla de Mismaloya in Puerto Vallarta. The natural environment of sea, mountains and jungle that surround this hypnotizing resort allow guests to sit back and relax or enjoy a number of different excursions such as kayaking, mountain biking, horseback riding, deep-sea fishing and snorkeling.

On-site amenities include three pools, a spa and tennis courts. Families are welcome at this beautiful resort, with a wide array of activities suitable for both children as well as adults offered.

Nestled between the ocean and a marina and located on a coconut plantation, the Westin Regina in Puerto Vallarta is a verdant paradise. Vibrant mosaics adorn each guest room while the 21 acres of the resort are dotted with some six hundred coconut palms. Enjoy such activities as scuba diving, deep sea fishing, boating and golfing.

For years Acapulco has been well known for the daring divers that plunge over the sides of the cliffs. The Acapulco Princess has become an important part of Acapulco charm as well. This mega resort, which boasts more than 1,000 rooms, was originally designed after an Aztec temple.

Guests can enjoy access to seven bars, seven restaurants, seven tennis courts, an 18-hole golf course, five pools, fitness center and shopping center. In addition, there is an expansive world-class spa just waiting to pamper guests.

This fabulous resort has received a five-diamond rating from AAA for seven years consecutively. When it comes to plush accommodations and fabulous service, you will not find another resort that can top the amenities of the Fiesta Americana Grand Coral Beach.

Cancun has served as the destination of choice for vacationers to Mexico for a number of years. Once you set your sights on the French operated Le Meridien Resort & Spa, you will see why this resort is so popular. Cascading pools, area golf courses, sugary white beaches and a décor that is completely Mediterranean in style are just a few of the benefits guests will enjoy. The Spa del Mar is the coup de grace of this relaxing resort, offering massage, hydrotherapy, facials, cold plunge pools, Swiss showers and steam rooms.

The seven pools scattered throughout the Westin Regina are just the beginning of the amenities guests will enjoy at this gorgeous resort, which was designed to compliment the contours of the coastline on which it is located. If you enjoy the idea of getting back to nature, you will adore this resort, with activities ranging from horseback riding to snorkeling.

Designed to reflect the beauty of the local environment and be in tune with it, Melia Cabo Resort is one of a kind. From the native 500 year old cactus to the unparalleled views of the Pacific Ocean, this resort certainly charms and delights.

Whether you are looking to get away from it all at a completely private and secluded resort or you want to get back to nature at a resort that is designed in keeping with the environment, you will find plenty from which to choose in Mexico