La Barra
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 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.
Zicatela Market
You can enjoy retail therapy at Zicatela Market during your visit to Brisas de Zicatela.
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

Olive Ridley Turtle Release Experience

Boat Trip to See Marine Life in Puerto Escondido

Puerto Escondido: Birds watching Lagoon Boat Tour

Manialtepec Lagoon Bioluminescence Cruise from Puerto Escondido

Puerto Escondido's Baby Turtle Release Experience
Top hotels in La Barra

Casona Sforza

Cabane Container Hotel - Adults Only
Excellent value and decor, we loved our stay
Reviewed on Feb 18, 2026

Hotel Suites Villasol
Staff were super friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on Mar 25, 2026

Hotel Villa Mexicana
The hotel is the n terrible conditions, no wonder there are no pictures of the shower or bathroom, they charge 50 pesos of general admission to use their access to the beach with no ID and no security at the hotel, I had to leave after seeing the terrible conditions with a non refundable policy but ...
Reviewed on Mar 26, 2026

Hotel Rockaway
Everything was good 👍 no problems exactly experienced
Reviewed on Mar 26, 2026

Hotel Santa Fe
Great location and food/drinks were good. Everyone was really nice. Will be back!
Reviewed on Mar 24, 2026
