Southern Sonora Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

San Fernando Cathedral which includes a church or cathedral and street scenes
The Fisherman showing a city and street scenes
San Fernando Cathedral showing religious elements, a church or cathedral and interior views
The Fisherman featuring outdoor art and a square or plaza
The Fisherman featuring a statue or sculpture and outdoor art

Where to stay in Southern Sonora

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Miramar

The beaches and mountain views are a few reasons travellers visit Miramar. Though there aren't many top sights in the neighbourhood, you can visit Perlas del Mar de Cortez and San Francisco Beach, a few notable attractions nearby.

Miramar
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Marina Real

While there might not be top attractions in Marina Real, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Piedras Beach and Cerro Tetakawi.

Marina Real
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Alamos Centro

While visiting Alamos Centro, you might make a stop by sights like Church of the Immaculate Conception and Municipal Market.

Alamos Centro
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Costa Del Mar

While there might not be top attractions in Costa Del Mar, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Los Algodones and La Manga.

Costa Del Mar
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Villas California

Villas California might not have many top sights, but Los Algodones and Piedras Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Villas California
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Caracol Turístico

When in Caracol Turístico, you can plan a visit to Marina San Carlos and Cerro Tetakawi, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Caracol Turístico
Marinaterra Hotel & Spa

Marinaterra Hotel & Spa

3.5 out of 5
Calle Gabriel Estrada S/n, Sector La Herradura, San Carlos, SON
The price is NZ$205 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
NZ$205
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in San Carlos. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Marina San Carlos and San Carlos Golf ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,010 reviews)
"Check in was easy and hotel staff were kind with good customer service."

Reviewed on 15 Aug. 2025

Marinaterra Hotel & Spa
Hotel San Carlos Plaza

Hotel San Carlos Plaza

2.5 out of 5
Paseo Mar de Bermejo, Los Algodones, San Carlos, SON
The price is NZ$228 per night from 12 Sept to 13 Sept
NZ$228
12 Sept - 13 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in San Carlos. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
7.6/10 Good! (518 reviews)
"Rooms are starting to show age. A/C unit thermostat not working properly. In my opinion the room level I rented should have small fridge and maybe a microwave oven."

Reviewed on 23 Jul. 2025

Hotel San Carlos Plaza
Sea of Cortez Beach Club

Sea of Cortez Beach Club

3 out of 5
Paseo Mar Bermejo Parcela 7, San Carlos, SON
The price is NZ$298 per night from 26 Aug to 27 Aug
NZ$298
26 Aug - 27 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in San Carlos. Enjoy free parking, a 24-hour front desk, and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
Nice place if you don't want a close beach.
"Very nice place, no restaurant, no bar, must travel for food. Bed was comfortable, internet works well."

Reviewed on 12 Aug. 2025

Sea of Cortez Beach Club
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Evamar San Carlos

Evamar San Carlos

3.5 out of 5
Blvd. Rafael Jesús Caballero,, predio el baviso porción B, San Carlos, Sonora
Stay at this 3.5-star apartment in San Carlos. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (138 reviews)
"The staff was great. The rooms are very clean and spacious. We will definitely recommend and come again."

Reviewed on 27 May 2025

Evamar San Carlos
Playa Blanca Premier Resort I

Playa Blanca Premier Resort I

4 out of 5
Ruta 124 Playa Algodones, San Carlos, SON
Stay at this 4-star spa condo in San Carlos. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Los Algodones and Piedras Beach are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (27 reviews)
"We couldn’t get hot water in the shower."

Reviewed on 13 Jun. 2025

Playa Blanca Premier Resort I
Suites Costa Diamante San Carlos

Suites Costa Diamante San Carlos

2.5 out of 5
71 Malibú Nte. Fracc. Villa California, San Carlos, Son.
Book a stay at this beach condo in San Carlos. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Marina San Carlos and San Carlos Golf ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (86 reviews)
"Amazing"

Reviewed on 27 Mar. 2025

Suites Costa Diamante San Carlos
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Popular places to visit

San Francisco Beach

San Francisco Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at San Francisco Beach during your trip to San Carlos? Wander the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.

San Francisco Beach
San Fernando Cathedral which includes a church or cathedral and street scenes

San Fernando Cathedral

The oldest church in Guaymas survived a massive storm that tore down part of its roof in 2009. See the restored cupola, religious paintings and sculptures.

San Fernando Cathedral

Los Algodones

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Los Algodones during your trip to San Carlos? Wander the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.

Los Algodones

Perlas del Mar de Cortez

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Perlas del Mar de Cortez during your travels in Guaymas. Wander through the seaside and beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.

Perlas del Mar de Cortez

Delfinario Sonora

Take the children to visit the sea life who live at Delfinario Sonora during your trip to Guaymas. Wander through the seaside and beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.

Delfinario Sonora

Marina San Carlos

Explore the waterfront in San Carlos with a trip to Marina San Carlos. Wander the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.

Marina San Carlos

Cities near Southern Sonora

San Carlos

San Carlos