La Punta Travel Guide
Santa María Colotepec
Popular places to visit
Zicatela Beach
Puerto Escondido’s liveliest beach offers attractions year-round with its big waves, international surf competitions, folk festivals and pulsating nightlife.
Punta Zicatela
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Punta Zicatela during your travels in Brisas de 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.
Puertecito Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Puertecito Beach during your trip to El Puertecito?
Zicatela Market
You can do some window-shopping at Zicatela Market during your trip to Brisas de Zicatela.
Stone Arch of Zicatela
Learn about the local history of Santa María Colotepec when you spend time at Stone Arch of Zicatela. Stroll along the area's beaches or simply enjoy its restaurants.
Things to do
Olive Ridley Turtle Release Experience
Manialtepec Lagoon Bioluminescence Cruise from Puerto Escondido
Puerto Escondido: Boat Tour to see Dolphins and Marine Life
Puerto Escondido: Sunset Horseback Ride on a Virgin Beach
Puerto Escondido's Baby Turtle Release Experience
Top hotels in La Punta
Hotel Suites Villasol
"The property itself was okay, but the staff was rude and made the experience uncomfortable. I expected better customer service, and because of that, I wouldn’t choose to stay here again."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Hotel Rockaway
"Great location just across the breach, enjoy both of their pools. The included breakfast was amazing because you get to eat at the restaurant with beachfront."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Hotel Camino Del Sol
"They have a private parking lot, air conditioning, and a big pool. Decent hotel for the price but there are nicer hotels around for similar prices. My only complaint is the sound. You hear everything inside the room. It is so loud from the street traffic, pool, and other customers in their rooms. ..."
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Hotel Villa Mexicana
"Everything was great"
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
Casa Kuaa
"Friendly staff and rooms cleaned every day"
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Casa Nogales
"I think in a few years after there is more development in the area this place will do better. For now, no safe in the room, we did not have a coffee maker in our room either, light above the sink didn't work, room was super small. Nothing close by, you have to walk a very long ways to get to anything, ..."
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Where to stay in La Punta
Central Zicatela
While visiting Central Zicatela, you might make a stop by sights like Zicatela Beach and Zicatela Market.
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.
La Barra
While La Barra isn't home to many top sights, Punta Zicatela and Zicatela Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
Emiliano Zapata
While Emiliano Zapata isn't home to many top sights, Zicatela Beach and Punta Zicatela are some notable places to visit nearby.
