Title: Central Zicatela Travel Guide: Best of Central Zicatela, Santa María Colotepec Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Central Zicatela](https://expedia.co.uk/Central-Zicatela-Hotels.d961184261864628224.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Central Zicatela Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Central-Zicatela.d961184261864628224.Car-Hire-Guide)[Central Zicatela Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Central-Zicatela.d961184261864628224.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Central Zicatela Travel Guide ## Santa María Colotepec ![Playa Zicatela in Puerto Escondido, Mexico is one of the best surfing spots in the world.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635640637608/f2d2251a-9d2d-48dd-9e4d-c10afbfdc7e6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Playa Zicatela in Puerto Escondido, Mexico is one of the best surfing spots in the world.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635640637608/f2d2251a-9d2d-48dd-9e4d-c10afbfdc7e6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Central Zicatela Things to do Hotels [Santa María Colotepec travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Mara-Colotepec.dx553248635640637608) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Zicatela Beach which includes general coastal views and a beach bar](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6138538/b8081ae5-7ccc-4141-ae51-49dd7015de65.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Zicatela Beach Puerto Escondido’s liveliest beach offers attractions year-round with its big waves, international surf competitions, folk festivals and pulsating nightlife. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Zicatela-Beach-Central-Zicatela.d6138538.Attraction) #### Zicatela Market You can do some window-shopping at Zicatela Market during your trip to Brisas de Zicatela. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Zicatela-Market-Central-Zicatela.d974582544961961984.Attraction) #### Punta Zicatela Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Punta Zicatela during your travels in Brisas de Zicatela. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Punta-Zicatela-Puerto-Escondido.d770601899399270400.Attraction) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Marinero-Beach-Santa-Maria-Colotepec.d553248621532629901.Attraction) #### Puertecito Beach Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Puertecito Beach during your trip to El Puertecito? [](https://expedia.co.uk/Puertecito-Beach-Santa-Maria-Colotepec.d974582459293237248.Attraction) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Stone-Arch-Of-Zicatela-Santa-Maria-Colotepec.d974582639591698432.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Manialtepec Lagoon Bioluminescence Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/413331/fb857063-ea1d-4312-a048-d78cc05820f7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Manialtepec Lagoon Bioluminescence Cruise from Puerto Escondido £31 per adult **76%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/manialtepec-lagoon-bioluminescence-cruise-from-puerto-escondido.a413331.activity-details) ![Baby Turtles Release Experience ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/413339/ba3836ef-086e-4dbb-9a16-345e40b1e485.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Puerto Escondido's Baby Turtle Release Experience £30 per adult **80%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/puerto-escondidos-baby-turtle-release-experience.a413339.activity-details) ![Puerto Escondido: Boat Tour to Swim with Dolphins & Turtles](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48204349/1f136eda-f593-4b74-8a4c-42b47ff561c1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Puerto Escondido: Boat Tour to see Dolphins and Marine Life £35 per adult **90%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/puerto-escondido-boat-tour-to-see-dolphins-and-marine-life.a48204349.activity-details) ![Olive Ridley Turtle Release Experience](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46260415/4bbe0659-5f5c-45a8-81c4-8da077a3ca0f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Olive Ridley Turtle Release Experience £39 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/olive-ridley-turtle-release-experience.a46260415.activity-details) ![Puerto Escondido: Birds watching Lagoon Boat Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/413333/2fef7735-8a4b-4471-9652-826569bb618a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Puerto Escondido: Birds watching Lagoon Boat Tour £46 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/puerto-escondido-birds-watching-lagoon-boat-tour.a413333.activity-details) ![From Huatulco: Enjoy Puerto Escondido](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3611724/37df29c5-4637-4347-87c3-ad17e21ef519.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### From Huatulco: Enjoy Puerto Escondido £55 per traveller **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/from-huatulco-enjoy-puerto-escondido.a3611724.activity-details) [See all activities in Santa María Colotepec](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Santa-Maria-Colotepec.d553248635640637608.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Central Zicatela ![Hotel Rockaway](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11810000/11803900/11803814/b9320420_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Rockaway Calle del Morro s/n Puerto Escondido OAX Stay at this beach hotel in Puerto Escondido. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ... 9/10 Wonderful! (850 reviews) Very nice room, very nice staff, very nice pool! Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F03%2F2026&endDate=22%2F03%2F2026&selected=11803814&PinnedHotelID=11803814&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=961184261864628224) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F03%2F2026&endDate=22%2F03%2F2026&selected=11803814&PinnedHotelID=11803814&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=961184261864628224) ![Blater Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15260000/15251800/15251774/c8065507_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Blater Hotel Calle Del Morro S/N Col. Santa Maria Santa Maria Colotepec Oaxaca £94 16 Mar - 17 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this beach hotel in Puerto Escondido. Enjoy free parking, 2 outdoor pools and a beach locale. Popular attractions Zicatela Beach and Punta Zicatela are ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (152 reviews) Spotless, convenient location, right on beach Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=16%2F03%2F2026&endDate=17%2F03%2F2026&selected=15251774&PinnedHotelID=15251774&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=961184261864628224) ![Hotel Surf Olas Altas](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6520000/6519300/6519295/7fcd2f5b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Surf Olas Altas Av. del Morro No. 310 Puerto Escondido OAX £91 8 Mar - 9 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this beach hotel in Puerto Escondido. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Zicatela Beach and Carrizalillo Beach are ... 8/10 Very Good! (462 reviews) Staff was great, hotel cleanliness very good, pool was nice, good location, restaurant was good Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F03%2F2026&endDate=09%2F03%2F2026&selected=6519295&PinnedHotelID=6519295&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=961184261864628224) ![Villa Casalet](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66160000/66155600/66155533/3486b2bc_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Villa Casalet Jacarandas, esquina Las Brisas Puerto Escondido OAX Stay at this hotel in Puerto Escondido. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a business centre and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Zicatela Beach and Punta Zicatela are ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (79 reviews) Neat layout and so close to the beach, restaurants, and shops. Nice staff, pool, amenities. Only drawback might be loud live music that on some nights will go to 3-5am from some restaurants on the main drag. I got used to it after a couple nights and chose to keep my room. I would choose Villa Casalet ... Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F03%2F2026&endDate=22%2F03%2F2026&selected=66155533&PinnedHotelID=66155533&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=961184261864628224) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F03%2F2026&endDate=22%2F03%2F2026&selected=66155533&PinnedHotelID=66155533&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=961184261864628224) ![Bungalows Oasis](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/122000000/121020000/121018900/121018804/4b63ddc7_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Bungalows Oasis Bugambilias Brisas de Zicatela OAX £65 13 Mar - 14 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this aparthotel in Puerto Escondido. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, daily housekeeping and a garden. Popular attractions Zicatela Beach and Punta Zicatela are located ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (24 reviews) Room was very clean and spacious. the pool and yard area were beautiful. The staff was very friendly as well. Only downside was the wifi being a bit spotty! Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=13%2F03%2F2026&endDate=14%2F03%2F2026&selected=121018804&PinnedHotelID=121018804&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=961184261864628224) ![Hotel y Bungalows Acuario](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45720000/45712500/45712464/d1f23402_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel y Bungalows Acuario Calle Del Morro 501 Puerto Escondido OAX Stay at this beach hotel in Puerto Escondido. Enjoy free parking, 10 beach bars and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Zicatela Beach and Carrizalillo Beach ... 7.6/10 Good! (74 reviews) Staff is amigable and attending. 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