La Barra

Santa María Colotepec

Photo by Kay Hodgetts
Photo by Kay Hodgetts

Popular places to visit

Zicatela Beach which includes general coastal views and a beach bar

Zicatela Beach

Puerto Escondido’s liveliest beach offers attractions year-round with its big waves, international surf competitions, folk festivals and pulsating nightlife.

Zicatela Beach

Punta Zicatela

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Punta Zicatela during your travels in Brisas de Zicatela.

Punta Zicatela

Marinero Beach

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Marinero Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Santa María Colotepec. Stroll along the area's seaside or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Marinero Beach

Things to do

Puerto Escondido: Boat Tour to Swim with Dolphins & Turtles

Puerto Escondido: Boat Tour to see Dolphins and Marine Life

￥5,972
per adult
Puerto Escondido: Boat Tour to see Dolphins and Marine Life
Manialtepec Lagoon Bioluminescence Cruise

Manialtepec Lagoon Bioluminescence Cruise from Puerto Escondido

￥6,203
per adult
Manialtepec Lagoon Bioluminescence Cruise from Puerto Escondido
Baby Turtles Release Experience

Puerto Escondido's Baby Turtle Release Experience

￥5,908
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Puerto Escondido's Baby Turtle Release Experience
Turtle Release Escobilla Sanctuary

Turtle Release Escobilla Sanctuary and crocs in Ventanilla.

￥6,203
per adult
Turtle Release Escobilla Sanctuary and crocs in Ventanilla.
Olive Ridley Turtle Release Experience

Olive Ridley Turtle Release Experience

￥6,370
per adult
Olive Ridley Turtle Release Experience
common dolphin!

Boat Trip to See Marine Life in Puerto Escondido

￥7,167
per adult
Boat Trip to See Marine Life in Puerto Escondido
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La Barra Hotel Deals

Casona Sforza

Casona Sforza

4 out of 5
La Barra, Santa María Colotepec, Puerto Escondido, OAX
The price is ￥55,131 per night from Aug 19 to Aug 20
￥55,131
￥65,606 total
Aug 19 - Aug 20
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Puerto Escondido. Enjoy free breakfast, free valet parking, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Zicatela Beach and Puerto ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (88 reviews)
"I’m in love with this place!! The staff, my room and the restaurant!! Excellent service and the delicious food"

Reviewed on Aug 1, 2025

Casona Sforza
La Barra Resorts

La Barra Resorts

3.5 out of 5
Diamante, Santa Maria Colotepec, OAX
The price is ￥13,072 per night from Aug 19 to Aug 20
￥13,072
￥18,714 total
Aug 19 - Aug 20
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star apartment in Puerto Escondido. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and dry cleaning or laundry services. Popular attractions Zicatela Beach ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (6 reviews)
"Thanks for everything 👍"

Reviewed on Mar 10, 2025

La Barra Resorts
Cabane Container Hotel - Adults Only

Cabane Container Hotel - Adults Only

3 out of 5
Xalacastle La Barra de Colotepec, SN, Puerto Escondido, OAX
The price is ￥9,473 per night from Aug 9 to Aug 10
￥9,473
￥11,273 total
Aug 9 - Aug 10
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Puerto Escondido. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Zicatela Beach and Puerto Angelito ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2 reviews)
"No me gusto la ubicacion, el acceso esta feo y muy lejos de tiendas, restaurantes y playas. Me gusto la alberca, las instalaciones, la terraza, el sotano donde estan los baños de la alberca tambien estan bonitos. la cocina esta a la llegada no tiene vista agradable, el shower esta muy chiquito y ..."

Reviewed on Aug 4, 2025

Cabane Container Hotel - Adults Only
Hotel Rockaway

Hotel Rockaway

3.5 out of 5
Calle del Morro s/n, Playa Zicatela, Puerto Escondido, OAX
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Puerto Escondido. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (726 reviews)
"Very close to the beach and convince location. Kids love the nice and spacious pools."

Reviewed on Jul 31, 2025

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Hotel Rockaway
Hotel Suites Villasol

Hotel Suites Villasol

4 out of 5
Loma Bonita No. 2, Fraccionamiento Bacocho, Puerto Escondido, OAX
Stay at this 4-star beach resort in Puerto Escondido. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (812 reviews)
"Very nice and relaxing place"

Reviewed on Jul 6, 2025

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Hotel Suites Villasol
Hotel Camino Del Sol

Hotel Camino Del Sol

3 out of 5
Carretera Costera Km 1.5, Fracc Granjas del Pescador, Puerto Escondido, OAX
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Puerto Escondido. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (316 reviews)
"The hotel is very good, the staff sometimes a little rude but not something too bad, the noise from the main road sometimes wakes you up."

Reviewed on Aug 3, 2025

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Hotel Camino Del Sol
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Central Zicatela might not have many top sights, but Zicatela Beach and Marinero Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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Lázaro Cárdenas

5/5(1 area review)

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Lázaro Cárdenas and surrounding area, you can visit Zicatela Beach and Marinero Beach.

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