Jocay Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Manta Port

Explore the waterfront in Manta with a trip to Manta Port. Wander the beaches and seaside in the area.

Manta Port

Universidad Laica Eloy Alfaro de Manabi

Walk around the campus at Universidad Laica Eloy Alfaro de Manabi during your stay in Manta. Wander the seaside and beaches in the area.

Universidad Laica Eloy Alfaro de Manabi

Mall del Pacífico

You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Mall del Pacífico during your visit to Manta. Wander the beaches and seaside in the area.

Mall del Pacífico

Avenida Malecón

After visiting Avenida Malecón, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Manta. Wander the beaches and seaside in the area.

Avenida Malecón

Playita Mía Artisanal Shipyard

Enjoy an outing to Playita Mía Artisanal Shipyard during your stay in Manta. Wander the beaches and seaside in the area.

Playita Mía Artisanal Shipyard

Playita Mía Fish Market

You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Playita Mía Fish Market during your trip to Manta.

Playita Mía Fish Market

Activities

Mother nature at her best

Rainforest Wildlife, Panama Hat makers, Traditional Cuisine. SHORE TOUR

NZ$188
per adult
Rainforest Wildlife, Panama Hat makers, Traditional Cuisine. SHORE TOUR
cacao exhibition

Chocolate & Coffee farm Cruiseship Tour in Manta

NZ$196
per adult
Chocolate & Coffee farm Cruiseship Tour in Manta
Real Montecristi hats

Manta's highlights & Montecristi Hats

NZ$129
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Manta's highlights & Montecristi Hats
The ultimate Cocoa farm experience

The ultimate Cocoa farm experience

NZ$188
per adult
The ultimate Cocoa farm experience
Panama Hat Maker, Artisan goods, Museum, Beachfront local Cuisine. SHORE TOUR

Panama Hat Maker, Artisan goods, Museum, Beachfront local Cuisine. SHORE TOUR

NZ$188
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Panama Hat Maker, Artisan goods, Museum, Beachfront local Cuisine. SHORE TOUR
Cacao

From Cacao to Chocolate: Private Tour in Manta

NZ$302
per adult
From Cacao to Chocolate: Private Tour in Manta
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Our pick of the best Jocay Hotel Deals

Wyndham Manta Sail Plaza Hotel & Convention Center

Wyndham Manta Sail Plaza Hotel & Convention Center

4.5 out of 5
Via Barbasquillo junto a Mykonos, Manta, Manabi
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$260 per night from 8 Oct to 9 Oct
NZ$260
8 Oct - 9 Oct
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Manta. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Mall del Pacífico and Museo del Banco Central ...
7.8/10 Good! (344 reviews)
"Excellent"

Reviewed on 21 Sept 2025

Wyndham Manta Sail Plaza Hotel & Convention Center
Oro Verde Manta

Oro Verde Manta

4.5 out of 5
Calle 23, Av. Malecon, Manta, Manabi
The price is NZ$218 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
NZ$218
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Manta. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (623 reviews)
"Excellent place to stay. I loved my stay and when I have the opportunity; I will stay again."

Reviewed on 14 Sept 2025

Oro Verde Manta
Mantahost Hotel

Mantahost Hotel

4 out of 5
Km. 1.5 vía Barbasquillo, Manta, Manabí
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Manta. Enjoy free parking, a free airport shuttle, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (289 reviews)
"The Ecuadorean people are amazing - salt of the earth. Driving there you don’t need a rental - All taxis are 2 dollars driving around. Excellent and convenient to 3 Storey mall and super restaurants around. No beach sales people. Calm feeling around. Lots of fresh fruit no GMO. You.ll love it?"

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025

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Mantahost Hotel
Oro Verde Portoviejo

Oro Verde Portoviejo

3 out of 5
Avenida Manabi S/N, Portoviejo, Manabí
The price is NZ$173 per night from 3 Oct to 4 Oct
NZ$173
3 Oct - 4 Oct
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Portoviejo. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking.
8.6/10 Excellent! (4 reviews)
"Outstanding place to stay"

Reviewed on 14 Aug 2025

Oro Verde Portoviejo
Balandra Hotel

Balandra Hotel

4 out of 5
Avenida 7 Calle 20, Manta
The price is NZ$180 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
NZ$180
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Manta. Enjoy free parking, a full-service spa, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the room service in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (189 reviews)
"Lindo Hotel con mucha naturaleza , servicio excelente y su ubicación buena"

Reviewed on 26 Sept 2025

Balandra Hotel
Hotel Mar Azul

Hotel Mar Azul

3.5 out of 5
Calle 22 entrando por la Flavio Reyes y, avenida 12 (barrio El Murciélago), Manta
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Manta. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Mall del Pacífico and Museo del ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (66 reviews)
"True beachfront with a nice beach. Large rooms. Nice staff. Free Breakfast. A little run down but clean."

Reviewed on 11 July 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Jocay

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Carmelita

Carmelita might not have many top sights, but Manta Port and Mall del Pacífico are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Carmelita
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Parroquia Tarqui

While visiting Parroquia Tarqui, you might make a stop by sights like Playita Mía Fish Market and Manabí Fisherman Statue.

Parroquia Tarqui
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4 De Noviembre

When in 4 De Noviembre, you can plan a visit to Mall del Pacífico and Manta Port, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

4 De Noviembre
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Centro de Manta

When in Centro de Manta, you can plan a visit to Manta Port and Mall del Pacífico, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Centro de Manta
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Las Brisas

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Las Brisas and surrounding area, you can visit Playita Mía Artisanal Shipyard and Playita Mía Fish Market.

Las Brisas
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Las Vegas

While Las Vegas isn't home to many top sights, Playita Mía Artisanal Shipyard and Playita Mía Fish Market are some notable places to visit nearby.

Las Vegas

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