Los Tamarindos Travel Guide

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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$65
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
Sesión de fotos privada en Puerto Escondido

Sesión de fotos privada en Puerto Escondido

AU$408
per traveller
Sesión de fotos privada en 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$542 per night from 12 Aug to 13 Aug
AU$542
12 Aug - 13 Aug
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! (210 reviews)
"Excelente y un hermoso lugar, regresaremos"

Reviewed on 5 Jul. 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 Punta Zicatela are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (29 reviews)
"Cute spot. Great access to beach. Nice staff."

Reviewed on 13 Jun. 2025

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Suuel Hotel Adults Only
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 Punta ...
10/10 Exceptional! (78 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 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$312 per night from 27 July to 28 July
AU$312
27 July - 28 July
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 Punta Zicatela are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (20 reviews)
"El servicio es excelente y se disfrutó mucho del hospedaje. Quiza en las fotos el hotel se ve un poco más grande de lo que en realidad es."

Reviewed on 23 Apr. 2025

Casa Arkana Zicatela by Grupo Amber
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 Punta Zicatela are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (54 reviews)
"Staff was super sweet and friendly. Great location and accommodations were clean and well kept. Loved how close to the beach it was. Pool was a nice touch."

Reviewed on 2 Jul. 2025

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Casa Pridda
Straw Hat Surf Hostel

Straw Hat Surf Hostel

2 out of 5
Calle huayacan, Sin numero, Puerto Escondido, OAX
Book a stay at this beach hostel in Puerto Escondido. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Zicatela Beach and Punta ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (39 reviews)
"This is a brilliant hostel and I had a great time there. All the staff were super friendly and helpful. They were also very good at helping to get the party started. They organise events each evening at the hostel bar, and they also provide offers and recommendations for other places. Bad points: ..."

Reviewed on 29 May 2025

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Straw Hat Surf Hostel
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Other neighbourhoods around Los Tamarindos

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Central Zicatela

When in Central Zicatela, you can plan a visit to Zicatela Beach and Principal 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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