Top Things to do in Huatulco
Top 8 Beaches in Huatulco, Oaxaca
With nine bays and 36 beaches, Huatulco is ideal for anyone who loves the sun. It's not an overdeveloped resort town, but the hotels are comfortable—even luxurious. Ecotourism is gaining in popularity, so take a break from sunbathing and try river rafting or a hike through the jungle.
Restaurants in Huatulco
1. Bahia de Cacaluta
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 173 reviews
Reviewed By jrf25
This beach was beautiful and calm and well worth the 3-kilometer walk through the jungle to get there. When we were there (December 2018), the taxi driver knew right where to drop us at the trail entrance, and there were security people there to give directions (in Spanish only) and a person offering rides for hire (we walked instead). Directions weren't too necessary - there's just one left turn you need to make on the path, so we were grateful the man had told us about it, but we'd have probably figured it out. There were a couple of little eateries on the beach and a port-a-potty, so some services seem to have been added since prior reviews. It was lovely to sit and swim and watch the water. The only disappointment is that we'd read this was a beach the boats regularly bring snorkelers to and we didn't find any interesting snorkeling. However, visiting La Entrega after made up for it!
2. Bahia San Agustin
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 725 reviews
This beach is perfect for snorkeling and diving and features fresh-seafood restaurants.
Reviewed By CasaHoffa - Huatulco, Mexico
Playa San Augustin is among our 3 favorite beaches in Huatulco for snorkeling, swimming and EATING. The reef here is filled with colorful fish of every size and the restaurants serve-up fresh fish pulled out of the waters (try the Huachinango restaurant!!)
3. Playa La Entrega
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,690 reviews
Reviewed By 835janicew - San Jose del Cabo, Mexico
Could walk from Santa Cruz here but up a very steep hill and with this heat recommend a taxi (about 60 pesos). Drop you off and a guy will meet you to take you down to an area with an umbrella and beach front (make sure you tip). It is hot and humid you will want cervasa and or water !! They will also keep an eye on your stuff ! Snorkeling is Amazing!!!! Seriously good with a huge variety of fish and so many to look at! It is easy waves with little work to get there and back !! Beginner snorkeling people a breeze and seasoned ones will love it as go past ticks and coral covered with fish ! Even just to go out to ocean to cool off is easy ❤️ Actually tried the oysters in the beach a young guy was serving - cool experience and didn’t get sick! Also tried the mango too - so delicious ???? Easy to catch cab back to Santa Cruz and driver stopped at view point so I could get picture ( Must do as view is incredible of harbours !) Namaste
4. Playa La Bocana
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 250 reviews
Reviewed By Trip819930 - Airdrie, Canada
You can learn how to surf on this beach as well as getting a mud bath, you can also walk down the beach to where a river runs down from the mountains to the ocean and take a refreshing cool dip. If you are some what of a bird watcher this is the place. Also a couple of good restaurants facing the great view of the beach, oh and not a lot of people.
5. Playa Organo
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 37 reviews
Reviewed By peggyd83 - Saskatoon, Canada
Had a stop on this beach while on a boat tour and totally enjoyed it. Did some snorkeling on the left side and then just enjoyed the beach. The water was amazing, so warm and crystal clear! There were a total of 5 other people on the beach and they left not long after we got there. Like being a castaway! Definitely recommend! There are no facilities whatsoever so keep that in mind, take water to drink!
6. Conejos Bay
7. Bahia Chahue
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 238 reviews
One of the most popular bays in Huatulco.
Reviewed By CasaHoffa - Huatulco, Mexico
Playa Chahue is THE place to come on New Year's morning to see the first sunrise (of the new year) along with a 1000 or more of our neighbors. Local folks have been congregating here on those mornings for a millennium or more.
8. Playa Arrocito
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 53 reviews
Reviewed By tjones0223 - Austin, United States
This beach is a gem! The restaurant on the beach is amazing as is the service. Arrocito is small enough to feel intimate yet large enough that you have plenty of space. Beautiful beach!
