Location: Huatulco, Oaxaca, South East Mexico, Mexico (Tangolunda Bay - Camino Real Zaashila Hotel)
Accommodations: Condominium, 1 Bedroom + Loft + Den, 2 Baths (Sleeps 6)
One of Mexico’s most relaxed destinations…
Nine bays, 36 beaches, crystal clear water, rainforest, waterfalls, modern resort, fine dining, silver shopping…
THE CONDO
The condo is located on the property of a beautiful and meticulously managed Mediterranean-style Camino Real Zaashila hotel. Condo guests enjoy the same privileges as the hotel guests including access to all of the hotel amenities: 1,300 feet (400m) long private sand beach, four fine restaurants, three bars, two swimming pools, a tennis court, a gymnasium, and a massage room.
- Breathtaking ocean front view from every room
- Marble floors throughout
- Two full size bathrooms with marble floors and walls
- Two spacious balconies overlooking the bay
- A private swimming pool on one of the balconies
- Daily Cleaning, Toiletries, Fresh Towels & Linens
- Dry Cleaning & Laundry
THE RESORT
Bahias de Huatulco is the newest resort in Mexico. It is located on the Pacific coast of the southwestern Mexican state of Oaxaca, at the foot of the southern tip of Sierra Madre del Sur Mountains, about 250 miles southwest of Acapulco. With mostly sunny days and an average annual temperature of 82F (28C), Huatulco combines comfort and contemporary luxury with a natural setting of rainforest jungle, waterfalls and pristine rivers. It is the largest ecological reserve designated by the Mexican government, making it a truly a unique tourist destination which combines a very modern resort infrastructure within a large undeveloped natural area.
The hotel was voted one of the best in Mexico by Conde Nast Traveler Top 100 Gold List 2004.
WHERE TO EAT:
While in Huatulco, try typical Oaxacan cuisine, one of the most exquisite in Mexico. You will find three fine restaurants at the hotel offering international and Mexican delicacies:
Azul Profundo
Japanese-Mexican cuisine with a French accent, a romantic gastronomic experience on the beach under the stars in the sky.
Chez Binni
The most select dishes from the international cuisine with a delicate regional touch plus the Nouvelle Cuisine from Oaxaca.
Club De Playa
The freshest seafood and region’s specialties. It features a private pool and a magnificent view of the Tangolunda Bay.
Bel La Grill
Another fantastic view of the bay. Traditional American & Mexican buffet breakfast.
There is also a very good Las Cupulas restaurant at a nearby Quinta Real hotel (a 15 minutes walk or 5 minutes by taxi). Serves international and regional cuisine indoors or on the terrace overlooking the bay. Breathtaking view.
WHAT TO DO:
THE BAYS
Huatulco is truly one of the most beautiful areas on the Mexican Pacific Coast. It stretches from East to West along 18 miles of coastline and encompasses nine pristine bays, Conejos, Tangolunda, Chahue, Santa Cruz, Maguey, Organo, Cacaluta, Chachacual and San Agustin. So far three major bays have been developed, Tangolunda, Santa Cruz, and Chahue.
Tangolunda Bay is home to luxury hotels (Camino Real Zaashila and Quinta Real being the best), two commercial centers, restaurants, and an 18-hole golf course.
Chahue Bay is the newest development. There are several restaurants with more under construction.
Santa Cruz Bay was originally a small fishing village. Upscale and palapa style restaurants line the beach. Santa Cruz also has several small shopping areas and the marina. You will also find Playa La Entrega beach on this bay. The beaches here are excellent for swimming. La Entrega has a great coral reef just offshore for easy snorkeling.
The most Eastern bay is Conejos Bay. You will find there a small restaurant where you can enjoy simple fresh seafood, and a cold beer. You can walk across the short ridge and snorkel on Playa Maguey. There is a beautiful coral reef and rock formations. This small bay is lined with restaurants and palapas.
Oregano, Cacaluta with high sand dunes, and Chachacual bays are undeveloped, accessed only by boat or hiking. According to the development plan much of this area will remain in its natural state.
San Augustin is the most Western bay. It can be accessed only by boat or dirt road. Many reefs make it ideal for diving.
ACTIVITIES:
Snorkeling
A very good snorkeling is at La Entrega beach, but almost everywhere along the coast you will find coral reefs and rich marine life to give you an unforgettable snorkeling experience. San Augustin, Chahue and Maguey bays are particularly good.
Deep Sea Fishing
Yellowfin tuna and big mahi-mahi (dorado, bull-dolphin) season is from the end of November until March. Then until the end of May the fishing is slower, but still good. You can catch mahi-mahi, wahoo, smaller yellowfin tuna. Sailfish season starts in June and peaks in July and August. July is also good for blue marlin that you can catch just about 5 miles from shore.
Scuba Diving
Cacaluta Bay and La Montosa Reefs, El Tigre and the sunken ship at El Bufadero are excellent spots for diving.
Sailing
Harness the wind and sail the sea on the 44-foot sailboat, Luna Azul. It will take you to some of the quiet, scenic bays, not accessible by car, where you can swim, fish, or just lay out in the sun. Snorkeling equipment is also available if you want to view some of the beautiful coral that thrives in the area.
Golf
The resort has a golf club (Campo de Golf Tangolunda) open to public, which is located within 5-7 minutes walk from the condo. This golf course has the reputation of being one of the best public courses in Mexico (18-hole golf course par 72, championship category with 6,851 yards).
For a taste of small town Mexican life with Oaxacan flavor visit three nearby towns: Santa María Huatulco, Santa Cruz and La Crucecita (a $3 taxi ride from the hotel). There you can shop for silver and local arts, and enjoy some typical Oaxacan food at the local restaurants.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Linens Provided
- Off Street Parking
- Beds
- King Bed: Memory foam mattress top.
- Twin/Single Bed (4) : Two twin size sofas with two twin size roll-out beds.
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- VCR
- Shared Hot Tub
- Private Pool
- Shared Pool
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen: New custom made hardwood kitchen cabinets with granite tops.
- Cooking Utensils Provided: Matching dinnerware and silverware.
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Catering Available
- Outdoor Features
- Deck/Patio
- Balcony
- View/Location
- Beach View
- Ocean View
- Communications
- Telephone
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Kid Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Rafting
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Parasailing
- Jet Skiing
- Shelling
- Swimming
- Snorkeling/Diving
- Surfing
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Horseback Riding
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Dec 20, 2008-Jan 04, 2009 .. $375/night .. $2625/week
Jan 05, 2009-Apr 30, 2009 .. $195/night .. $1365/week
May 01, 2009-Dec 19, 2009 .. $175/night .. $1225/week
There is no tax. Minimum rental, three nights
Additional fees:
- ~$24/day cleaning/service fee - payable directly to the hotel
- ~$9/day per every adult (over 12 years old) over two
- Dishwashing service available from hotel at request @ $4.50/day
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Property Photos
- Tangolunda Bay View from the Private Pool at the Condo - Oceanfront Vacation Condo in Huatulco, Mexico, near Snorkeling, Diving
- Bedroon - King Size Bed - Oceanfront Vacation Condo in Huatulco, Mexico, near Snorkeling, Diving
- Dining Area - Oceanfront Vacation Condo in Huatulco, Mexico, near Snorkeling, Diving
- Living Room
- Pool
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