When you’re looking for a quieter getaway to Mexico for sun, sand, and beautiful beaches Huatulco Oaxaca is a good choice. Huatulco Oaxaca Mexico is almost due south from Austin, Texas. It’s a resort town situated on the Pacific coast of Mexico in the state of Oaxaca. I visited Huatulco years ago and remember it as a very laid back place. Much different than my solo trip to Mexico City. Both cities are wonderful to visit but for different reasons.

When you want to get away for a relaxing vacation Huatulco is a good choice. It’s easy to travel to Mexico for a winter getaway and the best time to visit Oaxaca is during the dry season from October through April.

Huatulco Oaxaca Mexico

Population of Huatulco Mexico

The population of Huatulco is around 50,000 people versus Mexico City which is almost 9 million people.

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Huatulco Beaches

There are many wonderful sandy beaches near Huatulco Oaxaca and it’s one of the main reasons people come to visit this coastal area of southern Mexico.

With a series of bays in Huatulco there are over 30 beaches to choose from for swimming, fun in the sun, relaxation, and romantic beach walks.

Note that some of the beaches in Huatulco are better for walking than swimming because of strong undertow.

• Playa La Entrega is known for calm waters and a fun place in Huatulco for snorkeling.
• Bahía San Agustín is a popular beach with restaurants and bars and gorgeous crystal clear waters for swimming and snorkeling. This is the largest beach in Huatulco.
• Playa La Bocana is at the mouth of the Copalita River (la bocana translates to “the mouth”) and features crashing waves and some rocky shoreline. This is not a beach for swimming but rather enjoying the views instead.
• Bahía de Cacaluta takes some effort to get to (30 minute walk) but this secluded beach is gorgeous. Strong current and no lifeguard here so be cautious if you choose to go swimming.
• Bahía Chahué has big waves and riptides so not a good choice for swimming but rather lovely for relaxing on the beach and watching the beautiful waves.
• Playa Tangolunda is best for beach walks rather than swimming due to the undertow.
• Playa El Arrocito has more gentle waves making it a great beach for swimming.

Try them all and then you try and decide which is the best beach in Huatulco, it’s difficult to pick just one!

 

Tropical Climate in Huatulco

The bougainvillea grow to massive size in Huatulco and bloom profusely. The colors of the bougainvillea are often vibrant shades of pink and purple but I also noticed coral colored blooms.

 

 

Most properties in Huatulco have lush gardens full of tropical fruits, such as this little pineapple tree (see below) already producing fruit.

Plants grow very fast in the tropical climate of southern Mexico’s coastal region.

 

 

Outdoor living areas are very common in Huatulco, usually with an open sided thatched roof to offer protection from the sun or rain.

The thatched roof is called a palapa.

 

 

I spotted this little turtle on one of my walks in Huatulco.

 

 

La Crucecita Church

The town of La Crucecita is a popular attraction to many Catholics who visit the church in the center of town.

 

 

On the ceiling of the church is a 20 meter mural of the Virgen de Guadalupe (Virgin of Guadalupe) the patron saint of Mexico.

 

 

Translated into English, La Crucecita means ‘the small cross’ and you will see the crosses depicted in the mural at the church.

 

READ: Museum of Modern Art Mexico City

 

 

Sunset in Huatulco

Sunsets in Huatulco are gorgeous and add to the beauty of this relaxing resort town in Oaxaca Mexico on the Pacific Coast.

Certainly one of the best places to watch the sunset is from a beach but you could also hire a boat to take you on a romantic sunset tour and watch the sunset over the Pacific Ocean.