Lázaro Cárdenas Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Zicatela Beach showing a beach bar and general coastal views

Zicatela Beach

Puerto Escondido’s liveliest beach offers attractions year-round with its big waves, international surf competitions, folk festivals and pulsating nightlife.

Zicatela Beach

Punta Zicatela

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Punta Zicatela during your travels in Brisas de Zicatela.

Punta 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.

Marinero Beach

Activities

Manialtepec Lagoon Bioluminescence Cruise

Manialtepec Lagoon Bioluminescence Cruise from Puerto Escondido

NZ$72
per adult
Manialtepec Lagoon Bioluminescence Cruise from Puerto Escondido
Turtle Release Escobilla Sanctuary

Turtle Release Escobilla Sanctuary and crocs in Ventanilla.

NZ$72
per adult
Turtle Release Escobilla Sanctuary and crocs in Ventanilla.
Puerto Escondido: Boat Tour to Swim with Dolphins & Turtles

Puerto Escondido: Boat Tour to see Dolphins and Marine Life

NZ$74
per adult
Puerto Escondido: Boat Tour to see Dolphins and Marine Life
Baby Turtles Release Experience

Puerto Escondido's Baby Turtle Release Experience

NZ$68
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Puerto Escondido's Baby Turtle Release Experience
3-Hour Whale Watching Experience in Puerto Escondido

3-Hours Dolphin and Whale Watching in Puerto Escondido

NZ$102
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
3-Hours Dolphin and Whale Watching in Puerto Escondido
Sunset at Punta Cometa

Sunset at Punta Cometa with hotel transportation

NZ$61
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Sunset at Punta Cometa with hotel transportation
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Our pick of the best Lázaro Cárdenas Hotel Deals

Hotel DC Boutique & SPA

Hotel DC Boutique & SPA

3.5 out of 5
Carretera Costera KM 143, s/n, Puerto Escondido, OAX
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Puerto Escondido. Enjoy a full-service spa, a steam room, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
7.6/10 Good! (396 reviews)
"Great place to stay Exelente 100 recommend"

Reviewed on 3 Sept 2025

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Hotel DC Boutique & SPA
Hotel Rockaway

Hotel Rockaway

3.5 out of 5
Calle del Morro s/n, Playa Zicatela, Puerto Escondido, OAX
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Puerto Escondido. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (758 reviews)
"Muy bueno"

Reviewed on 28 Sept 2025

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Hotel Rockaway
Hotel Suites Villasol

Hotel Suites Villasol

4 out of 5
Loma Bonita No. 2, Fraccionamiento Bacocho, Puerto Escondido, OAX
Stay at this 4-star beach resort in Puerto Escondido. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (853 reviews)
"Amazing comfortable rooms, it wpuld just be grat if the bathrooms had any ventalition (like an air extractor or a window)."

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025

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Hotel Suites Villasol
Hotel Camino Del Sol

Hotel Camino Del Sol

3 out of 5
Carretera Costera Km 1.5, Fracc Granjas del Pescador, Puerto Escondido, OAX
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Puerto Escondido. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (333 reviews)
"good rate"

Reviewed on 18 Sept 2025

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Hotel Camino Del Sol
Posada Real Puerto Escondido

Posada Real Puerto Escondido

3.5 out of 5
Blvd Benito Juarez 1, Fraccionamiento Bacocho, Puerto Escondido, OAX
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$395 per night from 29 Oct to 30 Oct
NZ$395
29 Oct - 30 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star beach resort in Puerto Escondido. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
7.4/10 Good! (829 reviews)
"Everything was amazing. Loved that the food was authentic to the local culture. Super sweet and accommodating!"

Reviewed on 3 Sept 2025

Posada Real Puerto Escondido
Casona Sforza

Casona Sforza

4 out of 5
La Barra, Santa María Colotepec, Puerto Escondido, OAX
The price is NZ$843 per night from 1 Oct to 2 Oct
NZ$843
1 Oct - 2 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Puerto Escondido. Enjoy free breakfast, free valet parking, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Zicatela Beach and Puerto ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (90 reviews)
"I’m in love with this place!! The staff, my room and the restaurant!! Excellent service and the delicious food"

Reviewed on 1 Aug 2025

Casona Sforza
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Other neighbourhoods around Lázaro Cárdenas

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Central Zicatela

While visiting Central Zicatela, you might make a stop by sights like Zicatela Beach and Zicatela Market.

Central Zicatela
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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.

Los Tamarindos
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Emiliano Zapata

While Emiliano Zapata isn't home to many top sights, Zicatela Beach and Punta Zicatela are some notable places to visit nearby.

Emiliano Zapata
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La Punta

While visiting La Punta, you might make a stop by sights like Zicatela Beach and Punta Zicatela.

La Punta
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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 Barra

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