Central Zicatela
Santa María Colotepec

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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 enjoy retail therapy at Zicatela Market during your visit 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 vacation is part of your travel plans, Marinero Beach might be the perfect place to seek out 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 with a stop 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

Puerto Escondido: Birds watching Lagoon Boat Tour

Olive Ridley Turtle Release Experience

Turtle Release and Bioluminescent Plankton from Puerto Escondido

Visit Huatulco 7 Bays Tour from Puerto Escondido
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 May 30, 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 May 27, 2026

Bungalows Oasis

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 May 30, 2026

Hotel Surf Olas Altas
"Perfect location"
Reviewed on May 11, 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 Apr 3, 2026
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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 might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Punta Zicatela and Zicatela Beach.

La Punta
If you're spending some time in La Punta, Zicatela Beach and Punta Zicatela are top sights worth seeing.
Lázaro Cárdenas
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Lázaro Cárdenas and surrounding area, you can visit Zicatela Beach and Marinero Beach.
Emiliano Zapata
Emiliano Zapata might not have many top sights, but Zicatela Beach and Punta Zicatela are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
