Explore Huatulco: What Makes it Mexico’s Most Relaxing Beach Destination

If you’ve been searching for that special beach where you can relax while also enjoying the peacefulness of stepping away from the bustle of city life, then you may want to check out the Huatulco region at Oaxaca, where you will find some of the best beaches in Mexico.

For all beach lovers out there, Mexico is a top destination spot. Cancun, Los Cabos, Acapulco, Mazatlan, and many more are the most common beach spots people visit during summer. This also makes them some of the most crowded during these months of the year. If your go-to vacation is to be at a beach but in a more peaceful mood, you may want to search somewhere else. Thankfully, there’s Oaxaca, Mexico, where you will find one of Mexico’s top travel destinations: Huatulco.

Huatulco, which is pronounced as wah-tool-coh, is one of the many culturally rich spaces in this massive country filled with art, history, great scenery, and amazing food. This region is located in Oaxaca state, on the southern Pacific Coast of Mexico, where you will find 9 bays and many treats to have a wonderful time there.

Even though Huatulco is a concurred spot, its vibe feels more peaceful than any other beach in Mexico. If you want to enjoy a beach without noise or a large crowd, this is the place. The top 5 beaches at Huatulco that we recommend you visit are Santa Cruz, La Entrega, Chahué, Órgano, and San Agustín.

Huatulco is also a place completely filled with tradition in every corner; there are cultural and magical places all over. From great restaurants, eco-friendly beaches, luxurious accommodation rentals, and many other picturesque sites to visit. Keep reading to learn more about what Huatulco has to offer, and start planning your next trip!

1. Discover Huatulco’s sea life and do some dolphin and whale sightseeing!

Looking for things to do in Huatulco besides swimming and enjoying the beach is easy, as there are many adventures you can do in the actual waters. For instance, there are certain months of the year when you can see the marvelous Mexican sea-life at Huatulco’s beaches.

Beautiful humpback whales can be seen from November to April, as this is the time when they mate. If you are passionate about discovering new things on each trip, trust us, this will be a great experience, as you don’t always see these types of animals with your own eyes. It’s magical!

Dolphins are the most adorable and playful sea creatures, and the good news is that they can be seen swimming around throughout the year! Sea turtles are also present at the coast almost every time of the year, and you can try touching them; there is no harm with them. If you’re kayaking or on a boat, you will probably see these animals passing around playfully in their natural habitat. Remember to take a video to capture that moment!

Feel free to contact your accommodation place as there are always special packages for tourists to go and do some sightseeing, or even better, take a look at this tour and schedule ahead a space to go and see the sea life up close.

2. Enjoy the cleanest waters of Mexico at Huatulco

In case you didn’t know, Huatulco hosts 4 beaches awarded with the #BlueFlag certification. This is an award given to all beaches in the world when their waters are clean and when they commit to the world-wide environmental quality standards. In Huatulco, you will find Chuahué, Tangolunda, Santa Cruz, and Pescadores beaches; these are some of the cleanest, safest, and most beautiful beaches in the whole southern coast of Mexico.

Definitely, if you want to know what it’s like to be at a #BlueFlag beach, where you know you'll be stepping into the softest sand and an environmentally friendly space, where all flora and fauna are being taken care of, these are a must visit spot.

3. Dine at the finest restaurants in Huatulco

Certainly, there’s nothing else like Mexican food… oh, and its beverages. Mexican dishes are always filled with salsas and a lot of spicy flavors destined for the most adventurous ones! If you’re in for a culinary retreat on this amazing coast, you can dine at Huatulco’s finest restaurants, such as Aroma, Terraza del Mar, and Rustico.

These restaurants offer gourmet Mexican dishes with an international taste. For instance, Aroma is a fusion of Latin and Asian food, while Terraza del Mar is an Italian restaurant that will make you feel like a dream. Both of these also offer (of course) the classical Mexican beverages such as mezcal or tequila. You don’t want to visit Mexico without trying these! There’s also Rustico, which offers all types of Mexican seafood dishes combined with herbs, salsas, and spicy flavors. Plus: All of these restaurants come with vegan options as well!

4. Stay at Huatulco’s most luxurious accommodation spaces

To truly enjoy the best beach vacation in Mexico, one must rest like a king or queen. Huatulco is known for its magical landscapes, and those are accompanied by some of the finest and most luxurious vacation rentals. Here, you will find many villas and equipped houses by our partner My Huatulco Vacation. All of these are by the coast and can be accessible to anyone. These are granted with special service, as guests can have maid and cooking service daily, and also, direct contact with the on-site restaurants.

If you’re looking for a relaxing spot with great views of Huatulco’s waters, My Huatulco Vacation properties offer Villas close to the coast, where you will be just a few steps away from the actual waters; therefore, you can relax by your room or terrace while still having the best of Huatulco at your fingertips. What a treat! These are great for couples or small families.

For those who desire to travel with the whole family: brothers, sisters, cousins, grandparents, sons, nephews, and even pets, a fully equipped house is your choice. My Huatulco Vacation also offers one-of-a-kind houses that will be a true paradise for families who want to have a luxurious accommodation in one of the most beautiful places in the world. Their equipped houses have plenty of bedrooms, private pools, hammocks, full gardens, and many other top-notch amenities.

As you can see, Mexico’s vacation rentals within the Huatulco region almost feel like a dream-come-true space. Rest assured, that if you do decide to visit Huatulco for the first time, and try these amazing spots we just recommend, you will make Huatulco your home every summer!