Bahía Principal Travel Guide
San Pedro Mixtepec
Visit Bahía Principal
Popular places to visit
Commercial Walkway
During your trip to Puerto Escondido, you can do some window-shopping at Commercial Walkway. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.
Laguna de Manialtepec
Learn about the local history of San Pedro Mixtepec when you take a trip to Laguna de Manialtepec. Wander the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.
Benito Juarez Market
You can do some window-shopping at Benito Juarez Market during your stay in Puerto Escondido.
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 Bahía Principal
Hotel Casablanca
"No have ac in the room ipay extra money for the ac 1.300 pesos 🤑"
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Casa Vieja
Nomad Beach House - Hostel
"It was too hot with just ceiling fan"
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
Casa Laani
"I was waiting there - on the web address, no signs of physical hotel !!! Got massage two hours later , what a scam. Also you guys need to improve your hep chat !?? Seriously, o wanted to talk and canceled and complain. And sooooo complicated ! Not happy - I want my refound back"
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Le Petit Puerto Escondido
"Was okay"
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
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
Where to stay in Bahía Principal
Puerto Escondido Centro
The beaches and restaurants are just a few features travellers like about Puerto Escondido Centro. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, Zicatela Beach and Puerto Angelito Beach are a few top places to visit.
Hidalgo
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Hidalgo and surrounding area, you can visit Zicatela Beach and Puerto Angelito Beach.
Bacocho
If you're spending some time in Bacocho, Bacocho Beach and Playa Coral are top sights worth seeing.
Carrizalillo
Carrizalillo might not have many top sights, but Zicatela Beach and Carrizalillo Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Rinconada
Check out the beaches, gardens and restaurants while spending some time in Rinconada. Though there might not be many attractions in the neighbourhood, you won't need to go far to find top spots like Zicatela Beach or Carrizalillo Beach.
