14 Picturesque Oaxaca Beach Resorts for 2023

Are you looking for the perfect Oaxaca beach resort for your next beach vacation? I’ve got you covered!

Oaxaca is the second southernmost state in Mexico, known for its stunning beaches and rich cultural heritage.

There is so much to discover in this corner of the world – the options can be overwhelming. Choosing a resort, a location, and activities, there are so many options!

I’ve lived on the coast of Oaxaca for over 2 years known and am here to share my secrets with you.

Whether you’re looking to surf, swim, or simply soak up the sun, this list of Oaxaca’s beach resorts is sure to produce a perfect coastal holiday

So lets check out these 14 picturesque Oaxaca beach resorts!

14 Picturesque Oaxaca Beach Resorts

Best Adults-only Beach resorts in Oaxaca, Mexico

1. Casa Joseph Zicatela

🌟Rating: 9.1/10 |📍 Region: Puerto Escondido | Best For: Couples, friend groups
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Casa Joseph Zicatela is a stunning, luxury property located just a few steps away from the world-renowned Zicatela Beach in Puerto Escondido.

Known for its massive waves and ideal conditions for surfing, Playa Zicatela is home to Puerto Escondido’s best restaurants, bars and sunsets.

The property boasts beautifully designed ocean-front suites, each with its own private balcony with breathtaking views of the ocean.

Level up your stay at Casa Joseph Zicatela with one of the beachfront bungalows. In addition to the extra privacy, enjoy the ocean views from your private pool!

The onsite restaurant serves delectable Oaxacan and Mexican dishes to enjoy while lounging in their comfortable seating areas or dipping in the pool.

Whether you’re a surfer seeking adventure or simply looking to unwind and soak up the sun, Casa Zicatela is the perfect retreat for your next beach vacation in Puerto Escondido.

The property is gorgeous. Not many rooms, so gives an intimate feel. The room decor was wonderful, the candles and scents sublime. The food was PHENOMENAL. We ordered their fish tacos every day we were there. We live in CDMX and plan on coming here every 6 months or so to relax and recharge.

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2. Casona Sforza

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🌟Rating: 9.0/10 |📍 Region: Puerto Escondido | Best For: Couples, friend groups, private getaway|✅ Includes: Breakfast | 🏨 Pricing and Availability

Blend traditional style with modern comfort at the exquisite Casona Sforza in Puerto Escondido, Oaxaca. This magnificent property boasts stunning panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean giving guests both privacy and quick access to downtown.

The unique and sophisticated atmosphere of this Oaxaca beach resort is well-loved by travellers from around the world. The spacious living areas are tastefully furnished with comfortable seating and modern amenities, such as a flat-screen TV, air conditioning, and Wi-Fi access.

The outdoor spaces at Casona Sforza are equally impressive, with a large infinity pool, a spacious terrace, and a beautifully landscaped garden.

Guests can relax on comfortable loungers while soaking up the sun, or enjoy a refreshing swim in the crystal-clear water of the pool.

Casona Sforna is the perfect beachside retreat for anyone looking to get away from it all!

Wonderful design and architecture and very detailed oriented. The facilities were comfortable and the staff exceptional. The restaurant also, very well run and food delicious. One of the best stays we have had!

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3. Zoa Hotel

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🌟Rating: 8.9/10 |📍 Region: Mazunte | Best For: Quiet Getaway, Couples
🐾 Pet Friendly |🏨 Pricing and Availability

Zoa Hotel is a serene and luxurious retreat nestled into the coastline near Mazunte, Oaxaca.

Designed to blend seamlessly with the natural beauty of Oaxaca, this boutique hotel features spacious and elegantly decorated rooms. You will enjoy the incredible views in ultimate comfort and style!

Zoa Hotel is a sustainability-focused business, and that is evidenced in every part of the construction and services.

The on-site restaurant features farm-to-table style dishes, using ingredients that can be found locally, often picked from their own orchard!

Guests also enjoy the common spaces that feature yoga classes, theatre performances, and even a reading nook!

Zoa Hotel is the perfect kid-free retreat for anyone looking to relax and rejuvenate on their Oaxacan beach vacation!

The view from the rooms is fantastic. A lot of thought went into every single detail, from the design to the decor and linens. The property’s location is absolutely perfect—removed from all the noise, yet walking distance to everything. It also has direct access to a small, swimmable beach.

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4. Villa Aikia

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🌟Rating: 9.0/10 |📍 Region: Zipolite | Best For: Solo Travellers, Couples, Digital nomads
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The jungle of Oaxaca meets the wild waters of the Pacific Ocean on Oaxaca’s most famous beach – Playa Zipolite.

Mexico’s only sanctioned clothing-optional beach, Ziploite has been a hotspot for travellers for decades who enjoy the freedom of strolling down the beach in their birthday suits.

About Villa Aikia specifically, travellers love the easy access to the beach and elegantly decorated and hopelessly comfortable rooms.

Whether you are looking to explore the town or indulge in some self-care, Villa Aikia offers everything you need!

We loved it here. Everything was perfect +. Great bed & room, great food, excellent service. Deborah & her team are always ready to take care of every need. The view is outstanding from every room.

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5. Secrets Huatulco Resort & Spa

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🌟Rating: 8.8/10 |📍 Region: Huatulco | Best For: Couples
✅ All Inclusive|🏨 Pricing and Availability

Oaxaca’s most romantic beach resort is tucked away in the secret bay of Conejos in Huatulco. You will feel like you have your own private beach!

Secrets Huatulco Resort & Spa sits on the rocky coastline of Huatulco facing one of its 9 famous bays.

With several pools, flat-screen TVs, nightly shows and events, an on-site spa, and 6 restaurants, you will want for nothing during your stay at Secrets.

If you do get the urge to adventure off-resort, the main town of La Crucecita is about 15 minutes away by taxi, and there are many events and activities to do in the area of Huatulco.

Secrets Huatulco is the best all-inclusive beach resort in Oaxaca for couples!

“We had an absolutely amazing stay. All the staff was so kind and helpful. They accommodated our vegetarian diet. The property was gorgeous. The spa was incredible. I highly recommend this resort and we will back in the future!

Kelsey, US More Reviews

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6. El Alquimista Yoga & Spa

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🌟Rating: 9.2/10 |📍 Region: Zipolite | Best For: Couples, friends
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This is my favourite spot in Zipolite! Tucked in the corner at the end of Zipolite Beach sits El Alquimista Yoga & Spa.

With only 17 rooms, this 3-star beach resort feels intimate and tucked away into the lush jungle of the gardens and Oaxacan landscape.

The on-site restaurant of the same name El Alquimista, offers exquisite cuisine at all hours, but the dinners are particularly magical.

After the sun sets, they light candles on the tables and across the rocks along the beach. It creates a magical scene to enjoy your meal and watch the moon rise.

El Alquimista also offers free parking, so if you rent a car for your Oaxaca vacation, you won’t have to worry about extra costs or finding a place to park!

An all fresh, tasty breakfast on the beach watching the waves, with very attentive service, a nice comfortable room, mosquito netting, Yucatan honey amenities so exotic, a hammock on the terraza, warm shower, just paradise! Dinner is very high end as well and lets you enjoy an epic sunset.

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Family-Friendly Beach Hotels in Oaxaca

Looking for a family-friendly beach hotel to relax in? This list of the best family-friendly Oaxaca beach hotels has the perfect locations for your Oaxaca beach vacation!

Best Family-Friendly Beach Resorts in Oaxaca, Mexico

7. Villas Carrizallio

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🌟Rating: 9.3/10 |📍 Region: Puerto Escondido | Best For: Families, friends
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Staying at Villas Carrizalillo with kids is a delightful experience. The villas are designed to provide a comfortable and relaxed atmosphere, with plenty of space for everyone.

Each suite at Villas Carrizalillio comes equipped with a kitchen, living room, and dining area, providing you with all the comforts of home. Enjoy homemade meals as a family, or opt for the on-site restaurant, which serves up delicious local and international cuisine.

These villas overlook perhaps the most beautiful beach in Puerto Escondido, Playa Carrizalillo. It’s a short (but steep) walk from your apartment to the secluded beach for swimming, snorkelling, and even paddleboarding!

Highly recommend, especially a room with a view of the beach. The view is outstanding. We absolutely loved our stay here, huge room, clean, comfortable, friendly staff. Amazing little walk down private stairs to the beach. We visited all the beaches in PE and this one was our favourite for swimming. Great restaurant onsite for all meals, we ate here mostly. The fruit smoothies are especially good. Incredibly memorable stay.

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8. Casa Kuaa

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🌟Rating: 9.0/10 |📍 Region: Zicatela, Puerto Escondido | Best For: Families, friends
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Casa Kuaa is perfectly located in the Brisas de Zicatela district of Puerto Escondido. Both on the beach and in town, this hotel is a great, walkable location for your Oaxaca beach vacation!

The ocean around Zicatela is famous for its great surfing waves, but not great for swimming. That’s why guests appreciate the beachfront pool as a safe place to cool down from the intense Oaxaca heat.

Gorgeous little piece of paradise!!! Walking distance to all the shops, restaurants and amenities, but you feel like you are a world away on the beach. very clean and comfortable!

Megan, US More Reviews

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9. Hotel Santa Fe

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🌟Rating: 8.6/10 |📍 Region: Zicatela, Puerto Escondido | Best For: Families, friends
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Hotel Santa Fe is located closer to downtown Puerto Escondido in a dreamy cove. This area is ideal for people travelling with kids because it’s away from the hustle of the hotel district.

The water is also safer to swim in near Marinero Beach, but you might be too busy enjoying Santa Fe’s three pools!

Hotel Santa Fe is a great mix between a beach resort and a downtown hotel. Everything is easily accessible if you want to leave. But you don’t need to as the hotel has it all!

Wow! I lived in Puerto for a while so I knew about the excellent restaurant and cafe. I now live in Oaxaca but visit frequently and had always wanted to stay here: I’m so glad I did! It’s a true classic and everything from the grounds to the cleaning staff was perfect. The room had a beautiful painting on the wall and there is an interesting sculpture in the courtyard/pool. Beautiful unobstructed view, excellent food and service in the bar/restaurant and overall just pure Mexican/Oaxaca beauty and hospitality. It was also quiet which I really appreciate. I’ll be back!

Anne, US More Reviews

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10. Manta Raya

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🌟Rating: 9.3/10 |📍 Region: Cuatunalco | Best For: Families, friends
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Situated on one of the most beautiful beaches in Oaxaca, Manta Raya feels like a magical secret on the Oaxacan coast.

Located outside of the little-known town of Salchi, Oaxaca, this unique hotel is tucked right into the meeting place of the Sierra Madre mountains and the Pacific Ocean.

Hotel Manta Raya is an ideal place to get to know the wildlife of Oaxaca. You can bird watch, whale watch, see tejons milling about, and of course, enjoy both the sunrise and sunset from your room.

Hotel Manta Raya combines natural beauty, authentic culture, exceptional service, and a connection with nature. It is the perfect destination for anyone looking for a truly unique and unforgettable vacation.

the location – a piece of paradise! the staff were friendly and attentive. we miss Mancha, the sweet hotel dog, already. rooms were spacious and clean. the food was impressive with creative menus and fresh ingredients. appreciate the eco-conscious approach.

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11. Posada Buda-Tortuga

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🌟Rating: 9.3/10 |📍 Region: San Agustinillo | Best For: Families, friends
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Staying at Posada Buda-Tortuga in San Agustinillo is an unforgettable experience for those seeking a tranquil and peaceful getaway.

This charming boutique hotel is situated just steps from the stunning San Agustinillo beach, where guests can enjoy long walks, swimming, and sunbathing.

The hotel itself is designed in a rustic yet elegant style, with colourful tiles, wooden furniture, and beautiful tropical gardens. The rooms are spacious and comfortable, with private balconies or terraces that offer views of the ocean or the lush greenery.

Guests love the helpful and informative staff at Posada Buda-Tortuga. Whether it’s arranging a tour of the local area or providing recommendations for the best restaurants and activities, the staff go above and beyond to ensure that you have a memorable stay.

Staying at Posada Buda Tortuga in San Agustinillo is a wonderful choice for anyone looking for a relaxing and rejuvenating vacation in a peaceful and authentic Mexican place.

A perfect hotel located on the most beautiful beach there is. The hotel has a restaurant and bar with excellent food prices and service. On the beach there are rocking beds with comfortable mattresses that you can lie on and relax. The hotel staff was excellent and always helped us with any questions. The room was large and spacious with our own balcony.

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12. Quinta Bella Huatulco

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🌟Rating: 9.0/10 |📍 Region: Zipolite | Best For: Couples, solo travellers, kids over 8
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The Quinta Bella is Huatulco’s most loved beachfront resort.

Located in Chahue Bay, not only is Quinta Bella an exquisite resort, its right near the centre of Huatulco! Its much easier go off-resort than from the all-inclusives like Secrets or Dreams.

Even as a local, I visit Quinta Bella often for their many events and activities! They host events every night of the week, ranging from live music to screening films on the beach.

Quinta Bella is best known for its 6 restaurants, each offering a different type of cuisine.

The views were awesome! The location of this hotel is great, with access to the beach and several pools with great scenery. It’s about a 10 min walk to the Marina and about 15 min walk to La Crucecita, the small town. The rooms are very spacious, comfortable and clean. We were here during Christmas and the ambiance was very chill and calm, family friendly just what we were looking for.

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13. Hotel Noga

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🌟Rating: 8.5/10 |📍 Region: Zipolite | Best For: Couples, solo travellers, kids over 8
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Hotel Noga is one of the few kid-friendly beach resorts in Zipolite. Kids 8 years and older are welcome!

The hotel features 15 spacious and beautifully decorated rooms, each with its own unique style and amenities such as air conditioning, ceiling fans, and private terraces or balconies. The rooms are designed to provide guests with the utmost comfort and relaxation, making them feel right at home.

One of the highlights of Hotel Noga is its stunning infinity pool, which offers breathtaking views of the ocean and surrounding mountains. Guests can relax in the pool or soak up the sun on one of the comfortable lounge chairs by the poolside.

The hotel’s restaurant serves Mexican and international cuisine, with locally sourced ingredients and fresh seafood. Guests can also enjoy a variety of refreshing cocktails and drinks at the hotel’s bar, which offers a relaxing atmosphere and stunning views of the ocean.

Overall, Hotel Noga offers a tranquil and serene retreat for travellers seeking a peaceful getaway in a beautiful and tropical location. Its comfortable rooms, stunning views, and excellent service make it a must-visit destination for anyone travelling to Zipolite.

A gorgeous and spectacular setting amidst the mangrove trees. Close to the beach and access to the main strip of restaurants in Zipolite. The staff were incredible, helpful and friendly. Truly a wonderful place to stay during your time in Zipolite.

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14. Dreams Huatulco Resort and Spa

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🌟Rating: 8.2/10 |📍 Region: Tangolunda, Huatulco | Best For: Families, groups
🐾 Pet Friendly|✅All Inclusive |🏨 Pricing and Availability

Dreams is Huatulco’s most popular all-inclusive resort for families.

Located in the hotel zone of Huatulco, Dreams Huatulco Resort & Spa sits on Tangolunda Bay, giving guests direct access to the beach. Tangolunda Bay is safe for swimming and has water activities like jetskis, banana tube rides, and some snorkelling available.

Families love the on-site kids club to help entertain the young ones, while parents can enjoy the infinity pool.

The food is highly rated, so if you are looking for a stress-free beach vacation, Dreams might be for you!

Beautiful location right on Bahia Tangolunda. Amazing food from different cuisines. Staff were all so lovely and go over and above. Everything was easy. Spa and hydrotherapy were amazing. All inclusive so can totally forget about money.

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Quick Guide to Oaxaca’s Beach Towns

Here is a quick description of some of Oaxaca’s beach towns. Learn more about the beautiful beach towns of Oaxaca here!

Puerto Escondido

Puerto Escondido is Oaxaca’s most famous beach town. Known for its large surfing community and the “Mexican Pipeline” curl that runs down Zicatela beach.

Puerto Escondido, or PE as locals refer to it, is made up of two distinct sections. Zicatela, and El Centro.

Zicatela

Zicatela, or the “Zona Hoteleria” is the hotel district of Puerto Escondido. It runs the length of the beach and is home to many of the best restaurants, bars, and hotels in PE.

This area is fine for kids but is more popular with solo travellers and digital nomads. It’s where people come to party and enjoy PE’s nightlife.

El Centro

This is the core town of Puerto Escondido. It’s slightly less touristy and has a more authentic feel.

There are several beaches near the town of PE that are safer for swimming and snorkelling. This area is the best place to stay in Puerto Escondido with kids or for a quieter, more authentic experience.

Mazunte

Mazunte (pronounced Mah-zoon-tay) is Oaxaca’s “hippie town”. This is where most of the wellness centres and yoga retreats can be found.

Travellers love Mazunte for its chill vibe, varied food scene (with lots of vegan and vegetarian options!), and an active nightlife.

Mazunte is most popular with foreign nationals and tourists. Its more kid-friendly than Zipolite, but not popular with families except to visit the turtle

Things to do in Mazunte: Paddle with crocodiles, release baby turtles, visit the National Turtle Centre.

San Agustinillo

Sitting between Mazunte and Zipolite is the quaint beach town of San Agustinillo.

This beachside haven is perfect for anyone who wants to enjoy the towns of Mazunte and Zipolite without being totally immersed.

Things to do in San Agustinillo: relax at your hotel, or visit Mazunte and Zipolite during the day.

Zipolite

Pronounced “Zee-po-lee-tay”, Zipolite is Oaxaca’s most famous beach, largely because it’s the only sanctioned clothing-optional beach in Mexico!

The beach itself is huge and offers visitors stunning sunsets. The town is largely made up of small foreign businesses offering healthy food, vegan options, and international cuisine.

Playa Zipolite is generally not safe for swimming. It’s fun to play in the waves, but safer to surf or bodyboard in the swells.

Zipolite is best for couples and solo travellers who enjoy being up all night and chilling on the beach all day!

Things to do in Zipolite: walk along the beach, visit a beach club, body surf in the waves

Salchi

A secret beach town hidden on Oaxaca’s coast, Salchi (pronounced “Sal-chee”) is a quiet beach town perfect for escaping for a quiet Oaxaca beach vacation.

There is very little in Salchi aside from a couple of restaurants and hotels. It’s a great place to escape from the world, but you will definitely need to rent a car.

Things to do in Salchi: Relax on the beach, go horseback riding, and enjoy the wildlife.

Huatulco

Short for the Bays of Huatulco, this corned of the Oaxacan coast is the most unique and my personal favourite.

Huatulco is unique it that it faces southwest along the coast, so the water is much calmer here. Huatulco is the best place in Oaxaca for snorkelling, swimming, and scuba diving.

The 9 bays and more than 40 beaches in Huatulco are famous for being pristine, largely unserviced, and perfect for escaping the “real” world.

Things to do in Huatulco: scuba diving, take a boat tour, visit a coffee plantation, see the waterfalls.

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Shev’s Summary – 14 Picturesque Oaxaca Beach Resorts

Oaxaca, Mexico is a tropical paradise that offers some of the most breathtaking beach resorts in Mexico.

Casa Joseph Zicatela & Casona Sforza in Puerto Escondido are just two options that offer unparalleled luxury, comfort, and relaxation.

Or head to Huatulco and have everything taken care of you at all-inclusive resorts like Secrets and Dreams!

From the pristine beaches to the vibrant local culture, Oaxaca offers a perfect blend of relaxation and adventure.

Whether you are looking for a romantic getaway or a fun-filled family vacation, Oaxaca’s beach resorts are the perfect destination to create unforgettable memories.