5 o’Clock Somewhere Bar

About

5 o'Clock Somewhere Bar is the poolside bar inside Margaritaville Island Reserve, about halfway between Cancún and Playa del Carmen on the coast. It's the Jimmy Buffett soundtrack made literal—frozen drinks, swim-up access, and zero pretense. The single review gives it a perfect score, though that's a thin sample; what matters more is that it delivers exactly what the resort promises: a beachfront excuse to stop checking the time. The bar anchors the pool scene, which is the center of gravity for most guests who aren't on the beach. Expect the usual lineup of margaritas and tropical standards, plus enough Landshark on tap to keep the theme intact. It's efficient and familiar, which is the appeal for families and groups who want a known quantity. If you're staying at the resort, you'll end up here. If you're not, it's not a destination on its own—but it does what it's supposed to without trying to be more.