Central Zicatela Travel Guide
Santa María Colotepec
Visit Central Zicatela
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.
Zicatela Market
You can do some window-shopping at Zicatela Market during your trip to Brisas de Zicatela.
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?
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
Manialtepec Lagoon Bioluminescence Cruise from Puerto Escondido
Puerto Escondido's Baby Turtle Release Experience
La Crucecita: Magic Lagoon Bioluminescence and Turtles Tour
Top hotels in Central Zicatela
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
Blater Hotel
"Although we were there off their season seems like they couldn’t provide the service we had to call or text to reach out to bartender services. The shower water pressure was terrible. Doors were locked after midnight and nobody to be found to enter our room."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Casa Leah Puerto Escondido
"The rooms are huge. I stayed in the two story room and it’s 100% worth the price. Had free cleaning every morning. Host even helped us with a taxi back to the airport once we were leaving. I would recommend"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Bungalows Oasis
Hotel Surf Olas Altas
"Perfect location"
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Villa Casalet
"Our stay was excellent and the staff were incredibly helpful throughout. The location is ideal and just a short walk to the beach and surrounded by great restaurants, which made everything very convenient. We especially loved nearby spots like Spirulina, El Cafecito, and Cafe Dan’s, which quickly ..."
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Where to stay in Central Zicatela
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.
La Punta
While visiting La Punta, you might make a stop by sights like Zicatela Beach and Punta Zicatela.
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.
