Los Tamarindos Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Zicatela Beach showing a beach bar and general coastal views

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

Marinero Beach

Activities

Baby Turtles Release Experience

Puerto Escondido's Baby Turtle Release Experience

AU$61
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Puerto Escondido's Baby Turtle Release Experience
Complete Temazcal Treatment

Puerto Escondido: Complete Temazcal Treatment

AU$98
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Puerto Escondido: Complete Temazcal Treatment
Comet tip

Oaxaca Beaches Day Tour

AU$656
per traveller
Oaxaca Beaches Day Tour
Tour Los Caminos del Mezcal Café and Pedal Loom Factory

Tour Los Caminos del Mezcal Café and Pedal Loom Factory

AU$66
per adult
Tour Los Caminos del Mezcal Café and Pedal Loom Factory
3-Hour Whale Watching Experience in Puerto Escondido

3-Hours Dolphin and Whale Watching in Puerto Escondido

AU$90
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
3-Hours Dolphin and Whale Watching in Puerto Escondido
Surfing Lessons in Puerto Escondido!

Surfing Lessons in Puerto Escondido!

AU$82
per adult
Surfing Lessons in Puerto Escondido!
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Our pick of the best Los Tamarindos Hotel Deals

Casa Joseph Zicatela - Adults Only

Casa Joseph Zicatela - Adults Only

4 out of 5
Av. Del Morro Los Tamarindos, Puerto Escondido, OAX
The price is AU$477 per night from 11 Sept to 12 Sept
AU$477
11 Sept - 12 Sept
includes taxes & 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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (215 reviews)
Summer Visit
"Beautiful setting overlooking the beach, beautifully designed suites/rooms, removed from the commercial areas but overlooking beautiful zicatela beach.. Beach is pleasant to observe with enormous waves and spectacular sunsets though not safe for swimming. Visitors would be better advised to book ..."

Reviewed on 27 Aug. 2025

Casa Joseph Zicatela - Adults Only
Suuel Hotel Adults Only

Suuel Hotel Adults Only

3 out of 5
Nogales, Los Tamarindos., Brisas de Zicatela, Puerto Escondido, OAX
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Puerto Escondido. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Zicatela Beach and Puerto Angelito Beach ...
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Suuel Hotel Adults Only
Casa Arkana Zicatela by Grupo Amber

Casa Arkana Zicatela by Grupo Amber

2 out of 5
Fresnos Los Tamarindos, Puerto Escondido, OAX
The price is AU$309 per night from 11 Sept to 12 Sept
AU$309
11 Sept - 12 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Puerto Escondido. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Zicatela Beach and Puerto Angelito Beach ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (25 reviews)
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Reviewed on 7 Aug. 2025

Casa Arkana Zicatela by Grupo Amber
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! (81 reviews)
"There are so many wonderful things about my stay at Casa Mava. The staff was exceptional and super helpful. The property is beautiful and well attended to. The interior of my villa and the entire property was inspiring and relaxing. This will be the only place I stay when I return to Puerto Escondido! ..."

Reviewed on 22 Jul. 2025

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Casa Mava
Casa Pridda

Casa Pridda

2.5 out of 5
Calle Eucalipto, n/a, Puerto Escondido, OAX
Stay at this hotel in Puerto Escondido. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Zicatela Beach and Puerto Angelito Beach ...
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Casa Pridda
SurfNest Tamarindos

SurfNest Tamarindos

3 out of 5
Alamo Los Tamarindos, Brisas de Zicatela, Oax.
The price is AU$86 per night from 15 Sept to 16 Sept
AU$86
15 Sept - 16 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star guesthouse in Puerto Escondido. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Zicatela Beach and Puerto Angelito ...
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around Los Tamarindos

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Central Zicatela

When in Central Zicatela, you can plan a visit to Zicatela Beach and Marinero Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Central Zicatela
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Emiliano Zapata

While Emiliano Zapata isn't home to many top sights, Zicatela Beach and Punta Zicatela are some notable places to visit nearby.

Emiliano Zapata
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Lázaro Cárdenas

Though Lázaro Cárdenas may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Zicatela Beach and Marinero Beach.

Lázaro Cárdenas
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La Punta

While visiting La Punta, you might make a stop by sights like Zicatela Beach and Punta Zicatela.

La Punta
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La Barra

While La Barra isn't home to many top sights, Punta Zicatela and Zicatela Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

La Barra

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