Santa María Colotepec

Travel Guide

Puerto Escondido showing a sunset and a beach as well as a small group of people
Puerto Escondido which includes a beach and a sunset
Zicatela Beach showing fashion and markets
Zicatela Beach which includes general coastal views and a beach bar
Zicatela Beach featuring a luxury hotel or resort

Where to stay in Santa María Colotepec

Playa Zicatela in Puerto Escondido, Mexico is one of the best surfing spots in the world.

Central Zicatela

While visiting Central Zicatela, you might make a stop by sights like Zicatela Beach and Zicatela Market.

Central Zicatela
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Los Tamarindos

While there might not be top attractions in Los Tamarindos, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Zicatela Beach and Punta Zicatela.

Los Tamarindos
baby turtle time

La Barra

While La Barra might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Punta Zicatela and Zicatela Beach.

La Barra
Sunsets over Pacific Ocean are one of those romantic moments that every girl would die for. Puerto Escondido

La Punta

If you're spending some time in La Punta, Zicatela Beach and Punta Zicatela are top sights worth seeing.

La Punta
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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.

Lázaro Cárdenas
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Emiliano Zapata

4/5(1 area review)

Emiliano Zapata might not have many top sights, but Zicatela Beach and Punta Zicatela are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Emiliano Zapata
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Hotel Rockaway

Hotel Rockaway

3.5 out of 5
Calle del Morro s/n, Playa Zicatela, Puerto Escondido, OAX
$83 nightly
The price is $98 total per night from Oct 10 to Oct 11
$98 total
Oct 10 - Oct 11
Total with taxes and fees
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! (760 reviews)
"This is a good hotel to stay. Friendly staff. Breakfast was good. Zicatela beach was only across the street. Good restaurants only a few steps away. Quiet and very safe place. If you use the swimming pool or go to the beach they lend you towels. Highly recommended."

Reviewed on Oct 6, 2025

Hotel Rockaway
Casona Sforza

Casona Sforza

4 out of 5
La Barra, Santa María Colotepec, Puerto Escondido, OAX
$397 nightly
The price is $472 total per night from Oct 12 to Oct 13
$472 total
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Total with taxes and 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! (91 reviews)
"This property was safe and made us feel like our second home. If we needed anything at all they were most accommodating! In fact one night we stayed with friends out of town and they contacted us making sure we were ok which made us feel good! Everyone on the staff was amazing!"

Reviewed on Oct 6, 2025

Casona Sforza
Casa Joseph Zicatela - Adults Only

Casa Joseph Zicatela - Adults Only

4 out of 5
Av. Del Morro Los Tamarindos, Puerto Escondido, OAX
$356 nightly
The price is $424 total per night from Oct 10 to Oct 11
$424 total
Oct 10 - Oct 11
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Puerto Escondido. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (220 reviews)
"Best hotel in town. Great staff. Beautiful."

Reviewed on Sep 24, 2025

Casa Joseph Zicatela - Adults Only
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Casamar Suites

Casamar Suites

2.5 out of 5
Calle Puebla #407, Col. Brisas de Zicatela, Puerto Escondido, OAX
Book a stay at this spa aparthotel in Puerto Escondido. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (262 reviews)
"I loved everything about this place. Very friendly staff, the cleanliness I could keep on going. I would definitely stay here again and i can recommend this place."

Reviewed on Sep 30, 2025

Casamar Suites
Casa Leah Puerto Escondido

Casa Leah Puerto Escondido

4.5 out of 5
Av. Del Morro, Playa Zicatela, Entre Calle Huayacan /Calle Vista Al Mar, Puerto Escondido, OAX
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury apartment in Puerto Escondido. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and onsite spa services. Popular attractions Zicatela Beach and ...
8/10 Very Good! (20 reviews)
"I loved the place and listening the sound of the waves relaxes your mind. The personal very welcoming and friendly."

Reviewed on May 16, 2025

Casa Leah Puerto Escondido
Casa Mava

Casa Mava

4.5 out of 5
Nogales, Los Tamarindos Brisas Zicatela, Puerto Escondido, OAX
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Puerto Escondido. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Zicatela Beach and Puerto ...
10/10 Exceptional! (83 reviews)
"El personal es súper amable y siempre estuvieron al pendiente de brindarnos recomendaciones sobre lugares para comer, divertirse, actividades recreativas, etc. El lugar es muy acogedor y privado."

Reviewed on Sep 17, 2025

Casa Mava
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Popular places to visit

Zicatela Beach which includes general coastal views and a beach bar

Zicatela Beach

4.5/5(52 reviews)

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

4/5(13 reviews)

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

Stone Arch of Zicatela

Learn about the local history of Santa María Colotepec with a stop at Stone Arch of Zicatela. Stroll along the area's beaches or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Stone Arch of Zicatela

Zicatela Market

You can enjoy retail therapy at Zicatela Market during your visit to Brisas de Zicatela.

Zicatela Market

Puertecito Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Puertecito Beach during your trip to Santa María Colotepec? Stroll along the area's beaches or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Puertecito Beach

Things to do

Puerto Escondido: Boat Tour to Swim with Dolphins & Turtles

Puerto Escondido: Boat Tour to see Dolphins and Marine Life

$44
per adult
Puerto Escondido: Boat Tour to see Dolphins and Marine Life
Turtle Release Escobilla Sanctuary

Turtle Release Escobilla Sanctuary and crocs in Ventanilla.

$42
per adult
Turtle Release Escobilla Sanctuary and crocs in Ventanilla.
Dolphin Watching Tour

Dolphin Watching Tour

$60
per adult
Dolphin Watching Tour
Manialtepec Lagoon Bioluminescence Cruise

Manialtepec Lagoon Bioluminescence Cruise from Puerto Escondido

$42
per adult
Manialtepec Lagoon Bioluminescence Cruise from Puerto Escondido
Olive Ridley Turtle Release Experience

Olive Ridley Turtle Release Experience

$44
per adult
Olive Ridley Turtle Release Experience
Baby Turtles Release Experience

Puerto Escondido's Baby Turtle Release Experience

$40
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Puerto Escondido's Baby Turtle Release Experience
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