The 12 Best Beaches in Mexico for Vacation in 2023

Long days with short nights, temperatures above 30 degrees Celsius, children and young people finishing a school year and families prepared to embark on trips and escape to the best beach destinations, it’s summer vacations!

Mexico is a country with excellent options to rest and relax, but there are beach destinations that, due to their characteristics, seem like they were made to enjoy the summer. Put on some sunscreen, sunglasses and join us!

1. Isla Mujeres

Women Island It is a charming island located just 30 minutes by boat from Cancun. It is not very big and you can explore it all by bicycle, motorcycle or golf cart.

Para refrescarte y disfrutar del sol del verano su mejor playa es Playa Norte, ubicada a solo 3 cuadras del centro. 

It also has a small boardwalk with seafood restaurants on the beach from which you can watch unforgettable sunsets.

As the afternoon falls on the small Avenida Hidalgo, you can hear the live music coming out of its restaurants and bars, the romantic dinners on the street are colorful and picturesque at the same time. You’ll love it!

We recommend you: See Hotels in Isla Mujeres

2. Ixtapa Zihuatanejo

Ixtapa – Zihuatanejo, is among the beach destinations most visited in all of Mexico.

A Ixtapa se puede llegar manejando desde ciudades como Morelia o la Ciudad de México en unas horas y esta además a 290 kilómetros de Acapulco, Guerrero.

It is a more complete and familiar destination, with great nightlife, water activities for the whole family, places of interest in the surroundings such as museums, markets, marinas and ecological parks, but a visit to Playa las Gatas or enjoying a walk is essential. Kayak to Ixtapa Island from Playa Linda.

We recommend you: Hotel Deals in Ixtapa

3. Veracruz

The flavor of Veracruz, its music and the unique joy of its people will always be a good excuse to visit Puerto Jarocho any time of the year.

It is a city with great monuments and historical buildings. Its best beaches can be found in Punta Mocambo and Punta Antón Lizardo.

👉 Si viajas a Veracruz no dejes de visitar la Catedral, Los Portales, el Acuario, la vieja capitanía de Puerto, el Fuerte de San Juan de Ulúa o dar un paseo en tranvía por su centro histórico. 

There are many things to see and learn!

Find offers here! Hotels in Veracruz

4. Puerto Vallarta

Puerto Vallarta is home to one of the most famous boardwalks in Mexico and is considered among the most romantic beach destinations.

A diferencia de otras playas turísticas, conserva su encanto de pueblo mexicano a la orilla del mar, con calles empedradas y casas de adobe con tejados color rojo. 

In front of it is the Bay of Banderas, and on one side the forests of the imposing Sierra Madre Occidental.

In addition to the typical water activities that you can do in a beach destination and enjoy its nightlife, in Puerto Vallarta you will find a space for culture and art.

On the boardwalk and among the streets of the town there are galleries of contemporary and Huichol art, as well as bronze or stone sculptures outdoors or facing the sea. Be sure to visit the Cuale Museum or the Temple of Guadalupe.

Vallarta in summer always awaits you with open arms!

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5. Cancun

If you have ever been to Cancun, you know that it is one of the destinations that could not be missing from this list.

Summer in Cancun is hot, but that is not a problem, since you have more than 20 kilometers of white sand beaches and turquoise blue sea to cool you offin addition to of course, the hotel pools and bars.

Cancún, también es famoso por su vida nocturna, la calidad de los hoteles y el primo de un amigo me contó que los mejores antros de México están aquí. ¿Te gustaría comprobarlo? 🤩 

If you travel as a backpacker or on a low budget, also there are cheap hotels and also all inclusive.

If you travel as a family, you will find various options to have fun and visit, from water parks, ecological parks, snorkeling, diving, archaeological or ecotourism tours.

Hotel Deals in Cancun Here!

6. Loreto, Baja California Sur

Loreto is located 300 km north of La Paz, Baja California Sur, surrounded on one side by the calm waters of the Sea of ​​Cortez and on the other by the rocky mountains of the Sierra de la Giganta.

Es un lugar aislado e ideal para quienes gusten pasar las vacaciones de verano sin grandes multitudes. 

Resting on its kilometers of beaches or walking through the cobblestone streets of its Magic Town will be something wonderful and unforgettable for you.

I invite you to read this other article, where you will find more information: Loreto, the extraordinary jewel of Baja California Sur

Hotels in Loreto to enjoy the Summer.

7. Acapulco

Of the spoiled ones! It is a very visited destination during the summerbut there is still a reason why it is still one of the favorites: it is familiar, affordable and also very close to Mexico City.

If you plan to escape here during the summer, book your hotel in advance so that you can find a better price and also ensure a good place to rest and enjoy the attractions that this destination offers you.

In addition to enjoying the beaches and nightlife, you can do all kinds of water sports and options to practice ecotourism in the surroundings.

Si quieres practicar tu swing, en Acapulco hay campos de golf con bellos paisajes.

Take a look here at the Hotel Offers in Acapulco.

8. Huatulco

Huatulco is a destination made up of 9 beautiful bays, with 35 kilometers of paradisiacal beaches. In the mountainous surroundings there are a large number of natural attractions, trails, waterfalls and ideal places to practice rappelling, rafting and ecotourism in general.

La Bahía que concentra la principal actividad turística es Santa Cruz, aquí se encuentran los mejores hoteles, restaurantes, bares y vida nocturna de la ciudad. 

If you like sports, in the bay there are some of the best golf courses in the Mexican Pacific, including the Tangolunda Golf Course. Be sure to visit the coffee farms of Huatulco, Río Magdalena, Mazunte or go fishing.

To see more activities in Huatulco visit: Tours and Walks in Huatulco

Consider these Hotel Deals in Huatulco.

9. Los Cabos

Made up of the cities Cabo San Lucas and San José del Cabo, Los Cabos is one of the most exclusive destinations in Mexico.

During the summer it is hot, perfect to enjoy its incredible beaches and activities at sea. Whether you are looking to rest or have fun, In Los Cabos you will find what you need, especially if you travel as a couple.

It is a place of contrasts, landscapes that blend between the desert, mountains and the sea, with great nightlife and a magnet for sport fishing.

🚨 No dejes de visitar el famoso arco y su corredor turístico con más de 30 km de largo.

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10. Riviera Nayarit

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The Riviera Nayaritalso known as “The Treasure of the Mexican Pacific”is a diverse destination, with more than 300 kilometers of beaches, gastronomy, landscapes, hotels, charming towns and cities.

Whether you choose to stay with the luxury and comfort of Nuevo Vallarta and Punta Mitaor venture out and visit one of the towns located further north, such as San Blas, Rincón de Guayabitos, BuceriasLa Cruz de Huanacaxtle or Mexcaltitlán, in the Riviera Nayarit there is a range of options for any type of traveler.

You will have an incredible time!

Hotel Offers in the Riviera Nayarit

11. Riviera Maya

36 kilometers south of Cancun begins a coastal strip of beautiful white sand beaches and turquoise sea, which for many years was one of the best kept secrets for travelers.

Currently this place is known throughout the world as the “Riviera Maya”.

En esta zona encontrarás una gran riqueza natural, playas, cenotes, parques, reservas naturales, flora y fauna silvestres increíbles y por su puesto vestigios de una de las más grandes civilizaciones en la historia del hombre: Los Mayas. 

Playa del Carmen, Tulum, Sia’an Ka’an and Xcaret Park are the most representative points of this area of ​​the Mexican Caribbean. Ideal to enjoy the summer heat!

Come rest in the Caribbean!

Offers and Hotels in the Riviera Maya

12. Holbox

Who would not like it travel to an island to rest your body and mind?. If this is your case, Isla Holbox is one of the places where you will find the best sunsets, beaches, small hotels and a lot of tranquility.

Activities here are optionalyou can spend your day relaxing on the beach, take a kayak ride, or explore the beaches and sandy streets of the city by bicycle to close your day with a bonfire on the beach.

Lovers of good food will find a paradise here, from wood-fired lobster pizzasshrimp or seafood, to true specialties of international cuisine.

👉 TIP: No hay grandes resorts, la mayoría de los centros de hospedaje son pequeños hoteles boutique, así que si planeas un viaje a Isla Holbox para este verano, reserva con anticipación. 

By the way, during the months of July and August it is the season to swim with the whale shark, one more excuse to come to Holbox!

Find here Offers and Hotels in Holbox

What destination would you like to travel to this summer?