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3-star hotels in Puerto Escondido
A shortlist of 3-star hotels in Puerto Escondido, from surf lodges and family bungalows to adults-only boutique stays. It is for travellers who want a pool, a beach nearby and a simple base without giving up comfort.
Staying in Puerto Escondido
Puerto Escondido is a Pacific coast town where the sea sets the rhythm. Some beaches are sheltered coves with calm water and a little snorkelling, such as Carrizalillo, Puerto Angelito and Manzanillo; others, Zicatela and Bacocho, have heavy rip currents and waves that break almost onto dry sand, so you watch them rather than swim. Playa Marinero sits in between and varies by day, and hotels here will tell you how the sea is running. The hotels on this list cluster around the town's beach districts. Several carry Calle Del Morro or El Morro in their addresses, the area by Playa Zicatela, among them Hotel Surf Olas Altas, Hotel y Bungalows Acuario, Bungalows Santa Cruz, Hotel Rockaway and Selina Puerto Escondido. Others sit on Avenida Perez Gasga or nearby streets, and Posada Real Puerto Escondido is on Blvd Benito Juarez.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Hotel Surf Olas Altas
Av. Del Morro No. 310, Puerto Escondido
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Kids pool
- Free car parking
- Lounge
Why stay hereA short walk from Av. Del Morro, Hotel Surf Olas Altas suits travellers who want an outdoor pool and a restaurant on site without leaving the property. The 24 hour front desk and free car parking make arrivals and day trips along the coast easy, and a kids pool keeps younger guests busy. Guests rate it well; a garden, terrace and lounge give adults somewhere to settle after a day at the beach.
See Hotel Surf Olas AltasCaracol Plaza
Calle Septima Oriente Esq. 1A Sur, Puerto Escondido
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Kids pool
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereCaracol Plaza on Calle Septima Oriente puts a fitness center and an outdoor kids pool within the same building, and the beach is nearby for mornings in the water. A bar and café plus breakfast cover the day's meals, while air conditioning and a balcony make the rooms comfortable in the Puerto Escondido heat. Express check in and 24 hour security round it off for couples and families alike.
See Caracol PlazaHotel Casablanca
Avenida Perez Gasga 905, Puerto Escondido
Best for: Pool and spa · Step-free access
- Outdoor pool
- Wheelchair accessible
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereSet on Avenida Perez Gasga, Hotel Casablanca is a compact base for guests who plan to spend their days in the water: the hotel arranges diving and fishing, and surf is on its list of activities. An outdoor pool and garden offer a quiet alternative when the swell is not cooperating. Free Wifi and a 24 hour front desk keep things simple for independent travellers and small groups.
See Hotel CasablancaHotel y Bungalows Acuario
Calle Del Morro 501, Puerto Escondido
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Indoor pool
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereHotel y Bungalows Acuario on Calle Del Morro mixes rooms and bungalows, with family rooms and kitchens or kitchenettes for guests who prefer to self-cater. Both an indoor and an outdoor pool, plus a jacuzzi, give plenty of ways to unwind, and the beach is nearby. Breakfast, a bar and 24 hour security make it an easy choice for families and longer stays.
See Hotel y Bungalows AcuarioBungalows Santa Cruz
Calle Del Morro S/N, Puerto Escondido
Best for: Families · Pool and spa
- Kids pool
- Breakfast
- Family rooms
Why stay hereBungalows Santa Cruz on Calle Del Morro suits families and groups who want space: family rooms come with a kitchen or kitchenette, and a kids pool keeps children occupied. The beach is nearby, the hotel arranges fishing, and a currency exchange and car rental service help with practicalities. Breakfast and a bar are on hand, and 24 hour security and a front desk cover late arrivals.
See Bungalows Santa CruzHotel Rockaway
Calle Del Morro S N, Puerto Escondido
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Kids pool
- Free car parking
- Fitness Center
Why stay hereHotel Rockaway on Calle Del Morro combines a fitness center with an outdoor kids pool, so active guests and families are both catered for. The beach is nearby, fishing can be arranged, and a kitchen or kitchenette in the rooms makes longer stays easier. Free car parking and a 24 hour front desk smooth the logistics, while a bar and garden give the property a relaxed feel.
See Hotel RockawayPosada Real Puerto Escondido
Blvd Benito Juarez 1, Puerto Escondido
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Kids pool
- Free car parking
- Breakfast in room
Why stay herePosada Real Puerto Escondido on Blvd Benito Juarez is built for convenience: breakfast can be brought to the room, and babysitting is available for guests travelling with children. Diving and fishing can be arranged, and a games room and kids pool keep the family occupied between outings. Air conditioning, a balcony and a garden add comfort, with express check in and a 24 hour front desk.
See Posada Real Puerto EscondidoShavanna Hotel Boutique
Oceano Indico #119, Puerto Escondido
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Outdoor pool
- Free car parking
- Lounge
Why stay hereShavanna Hotel Boutique on Oceano Indico offers massage on site and an outdoor pool, a pairing that suits couples looking to slow down. Pets are allowed, a restaurant and lounge are on the property, and kitchenettes in the rooms help with longer visits. The beach is nearby, and free car parking plus a garage make it practical for guests arriving by car.
See Shavanna Hotel BoutiqueRibera del Mar
Felipe Merklin 205 Between Av. Alfonso Perez Gasga And Andador Soledad, Puerto Escondido
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Outdoor pool
- Free car parking
- Bar/Lounge
Why stay hereRibera del Mar sits on Felipe Merklin between Av. Alfonso Perez Gasga and Andador Soledad, close to the beach and with an outdoor pool and patio for the afternoons. Family rooms and kitchens suit guests staying longer, pets are welcome, and a bar and lounge are on site. Free car parking and a market nearby keep the practical side covered.
See Ribera del MarSelina Puerto Escondido
El Morro 4 Playa Zicatela, Puerto Escondido
Best for: Pool and spa · Business trips
- Outdoor pool
- Lounge
- Wheelchair accessible
Why stay hereSelina Puerto Escondido on El Morro at Playa Zicatela is a social base: an outdoor pool, a restaurant and a bar make the property itself a place to spend time, and a lounge and garden add room to spread out. Business travellers get a business center and meeting room, and free Wifi runs throughout. Luggage storage and a terrace help with arrivals and departures.
See Selina Puerto EscondidoCasa TO Adults Only
Calle Morelos S N Brisas De Zicatela, Puerto Escondido
Best for: Pool and spa · Travelling with pets
- Indoor pool
- Pool bar
- Pets allowed
Why stay hereCasa TO Adults Only on Calle Morelos in Brisas de Zicatela is reserved for grown-up guests, with an indoor pool and a pool bar at its centre. Surf and horse riding can be arranged, and the beach is nearby; a restaurant and bar cover meals. Concierge service, air conditioning and free Wifi make it a comfortable fit for couples who want a quieter stay.
See Casa TO Adults OnlySuuel Hotel Adults Only
Nogales Los Tamarindos., Puerto Escondido
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Swimming pool
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
Why stay hereSuuel Hotel Adults Only near Los Tamarindos is an adults-only property with a swimming pool, a bar and a restaurant, plus room service for evenings in. Pets are allowed, free car parking is available, and a garden and terrace extend the living space outdoors. Air conditioning, a balcony and free Wifi in every room keep the stay comfortable for couples.
See Suuel Hotel Adults Only
The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Parking | Breakfast | Pool or spa | Pets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hotel Surf Olas Altas | ★★★ | Yes | – | Yes | – |
| Caracol Plaza | ★★★ | Yes | Yes | Yes | – |
| Hotel Casablanca | ★★★ | – | – | Yes | – |
| Hotel y Bungalows Acuario | ★★★ | Yes | Yes | Yes | – |
| Bungalows Santa Cruz | ★★★ | – | Yes | Yes | – |
| Hotel Rockaway | ★★★ | Yes | – | Yes | – |
| Posada Real Puerto Escondido | ★★★ | Yes | Yes | Yes | – |
| Shavanna Hotel Boutique | ★★★ | Yes | – | Yes | Yes |
| Ribera del Mar | ★★★ | Yes | – | Yes | Yes |
| Selina Puerto Escondido | ★★★ | – | – | Yes | – |
| Casa TO Adults Only | ★★★ | – | – | Yes | Yes |
| Suuel Hotel Adults Only | ★★★ | Yes | – | Yes | Yes |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For families
These hotels all have a kids pool and a garden, and most add family rooms: Hotel y Bungalows Acuario, Bungalows Santa Cruz and Hotel Rockaway offer them, alongside kitchens or kitchenettes. Hotel Surf Olas Altas and Posada Real Puerto Escondido round out the group with outdoor pools and restaurants on site, so days at the hotel are easy with children.
Hotel Surf Olas Altas · Hotel y Bungalows Acuario · Bungalows Santa Cruz · Hotel Rockaway · Posada Real Puerto Escondido
For surf and beach
Hotel Casablanca lists surfing, diving and fishing among its facilities, and Casa TO Adults Only and Selina Puerto Escondido sit at Playa Zicatela in their addresses. Hotel Rockaway and Bungalows Santa Cruz keep you on Calle Del Morro with beach nearby, so you are close to the sand without losing the pool and garden.
Hotel Casablanca · Casa TO Adults Only · Selina Puerto Escondido · Hotel Rockaway · Bungalows Santa Cruz
For adults only
Casa TO Adults Only has an indoor pool, a pool bar, a restaurant and a terrace, and lists surfing, fishing and horse riding. Suuel Hotel Adults Only offers a swimming pool, terrace, garden, restaurant and room service, with free parking and air conditioning in a quieter setting.
With a pool and parking
Travellers arriving by car can choose from hotels that combine free car parking with a pool, among them Hotel Surf Olas Altas, Hotel y Bungalows Acuario, Bungalows Santa Cruz, Hotel Rockaway, Posada Real Puerto Escondido, Shavanna Hotel Boutique, Ribera del Mar and Suuel Hotel Adults Only. Most add a garden or terrace, and several have 24-hour front desks.
Hotel Surf Olas Altas · Hotel y Bungalows Acuario · Bungalows Santa Cruz · Hotel Rockaway · Posada Real Puerto Escondido · Shavanna Hotel Boutique
Where to stay in Puerto Escondido
Calle Del Morro
A cluster of the listed hotels gives Calle Del Morro as its address, the area by Playa Zicatela, where the waves break almost onto dry sand and swimming is not advised. Hotel Surf Olas Altas, Hotel y Bungalows Acuario, Bungalows Santa Cruz and Hotel Rockaway all sit here, with pools, gardens and family rooms, good for watching the surf and staying close to the beach.
Our picks here: Hotel y Bungalows Acuario · Bungalows Santa Cruz · Hotel Rockaway
Playa Zicatela
Selina Puerto Escondido is on El Morro at Playa Zicatela, and Casa TO Adults Only is on Calle Morelos in Brisas de Zicatela. This is the beach where heavy rip currents make the water one to watch rather than swim, and both hotels are adults-oriented, with pools, restaurants and terraces to enjoy the sea view.
Our picks here: Selina Puerto Escondido
Questions, answered
Which beaches are safe for swimming near these hotels?
Carrizalillo, Puerto Angelito and Manzanillo are the sheltered coves, with calm water and a little snorkelling. Zicatela and Bacocho have heavy rip currents and waves that break almost onto dry sand, so you watch rather than swim. Playa Marinero varies by day, and you can ask at your hotel how the sea is running.
Do any of these hotels have a pool?
Yes. Hotel Surf Olas Altas, Hotel y Bungalows Acuario, Hotel Casablanca, Bungalows Santa Cruz, Selina Puerto Escondido, Shavanna Hotel Boutique, Ribera del Mar, Casa TO Adults Only and Suuel Hotel Adults Only all list a pool of some kind, several with a separate kids pool.
Which hotels are best for families with children?
Hotel y Bungalows Acuario, Bungalows Santa Cruz and Hotel Rockaway list family rooms along with kids pools and gardens. Hotel Surf Olas Altas and Posada Real Puerto Escondido add kids pools and restaurants, and Acuario, Santa Cruz and Rockaway also offer kitchen or kitchenette facilities.
Are there adults-only hotels on this list?
Casa TO has an indoor pool, pool bar and restaurant, while Suuel offers a swimming pool, terrace and room service.
Can I park at these hotels?
Several offer free car parking, including Hotel Surf Olas Altas, Hotel y Bungalows Acuario, Bungalows Santa Cruz, Hotel Rockaway, Posada Real Puerto Escondido, Shavanna Hotel Boutique, Ribera del Mar and Suuel Hotel Adults Only. Shavanna also lists a garage.
Are pets allowed?
Shavanna Hotel Boutique, Ribera del Mar, Casa TO Adults Only and Suuel Hotel Adults Only all list pets allowed. The other hotels on this shortlist do not mention pets.
Do the hotels have air conditioning?
Many do, among them Caracol Plaza, Hotel y Bungalows Acuario, Bungalows Santa Cruz, Hotel Rockaway, Posada Real Puerto Escondido, Shavanna Hotel Boutique, Ribera del Mar, Casa TO Adults Only and Suuel Hotel Adults Only. Hotel Surf Olas Altas, Hotel Casablanca and Selina Puerto Escondido do not list it.
Where are these hotels located in Puerto Escondido?
Most sit around the beach districts named in their addresses: Calle Del Morro and Playa Zicatela, where the surf is strong. Others are on town streets such as Avenida Perez Gasga and Felipe Merklin, and Posada Real Puerto Escondido is on Blvd Benito Juarez.