El Centro Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Zocalo
Manzanillo which includes a garden, tropical scenes and a playground
Manzanillo showing a luxury hotel or resort, landscape views and a beach
Manzanillo which includes a sandy beach
Manzanillo showing general coastal views and a sunset

Popular places to visit

Zocalo featuring a square or plaza and outdoor art

Zocalo

Take a walk around Manzanillo’s historic square to enjoy pleasant views of the bay and some of the town’s best restaurants.

Zocalo
Playa La Audiencia showing a sandy beach, landscape views and tropical scenes

Playa La Audiencia

Swim or kayak in the calm, azure waters or join a dive trip to feed the octopuses and eels at this stunning Manzanillo beach.

Playa La Audiencia
Playa Miramar showing general coastal views and a beach

Playa la Boquita

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Playa la Boquita during your trip to Manzanillo?

Playa la Boquita
Playa Miramar which includes a sandy beach

Playa Miramar

Surf the waves, eat in the restaurants and enjoy a day in the sun at one of Manzanillo’s most popular beaches.

Playa Miramar
Oro Beach showing a beach and a luxury hotel or resort

Oro Beach

Watch carefully for a shining piece of gold when you visit this beautiful secluded beach north of Manzanillo.

Oro Beach
Playa San Pedrito featuring a sunset, rocky coastline and general coastal views

Playa San Pedrito

Relax under the shade of a palm tree, swim in the calm, warm waters or enjoy a seafood meal at the closest beach to Manzanillo town center.

Playa San Pedrito

Our pick of the best El Centro Hotel Deals

Zar Manzanillo
Zar Manzanillo
2.5 out of 5
AV. Teniente Azueta 3 Col. Burocratas, Manzanillo, COL
The price is AU$119 per night from 19 May to 20 May
AU$119
19 May - 20 May
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Manzanillo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Playa La Audiencia and Playa San Pedrito ...
6.8/10 (456 reviews)
"Walking distance to seaside and easy access to food. The only thing I did not like was the lids on the toilet lol they fold into the toilet was worried."

Reviewed on 5 Nov. 2024

Zar Manzanillo
Hotel Colonial
Hotel Colonial
3 out of 5
Calle. Fco. Bocanegra N.28, Esq. con Avenida México, Manzanillo, COL
The price is AU$101 per night from 24 May to 25 May
AU$101
24 May - 25 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Manzanillo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Playa La Audiencia and Zocalo are located ...
"Falta un buen desayuno incluido en la noche"

Reviewed on 11 Mar. 2025

Hotel Colonial
Real Naviero Hotel Ejecutivo
Real Naviero Hotel Ejecutivo
3.5 out of 5
242 Av. México Centro Histórico, Manzanillo, COL
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$117 per night from 31 May to 1 Jun
AU$117
31 May - 1 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Manzanillo. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Playa La Audiencia and Malecon ...
Nice little hotel
"It was a ok stay comfortable beds."

Reviewed on 23 Dec. 2023

Real Naviero Hotel Ejecutivo
Casa Roxann
Casa Roxann
2.5 out of 5
Carrillo Puerto 224, Colonia Centro Histórico, Manzanillo, COL
Stay at this vacation home in Manzanillo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Playa La Audiencia and Zocalo are located ...
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Casa Roxann
Barceló Karmina All Inclusive
Barceló Karmina All Inclusive
4 out of 5
Avenida Vista Hermosa, 13, Manzanillo, COL
The price is AU$312 per night from 5 Jun to 6 Jun
AU$312
5 June - 6 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach property in Manzanillo. Enjoy free parking, 6 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,096 reviews)
"Loved the property, gorgeous view, not too packed which I appreciate. Hydromassage pool was a nice treat. Disco at night as fun. The only suggestion would be to add conditioner and body lotion/cream to the hotel rooms- its standard and was surprising to not find it in my room- OR available to purchase ..."

Reviewed on 9 May 2025

Barceló Karmina All Inclusive
Vista Playa de Oro Manzanillo
Vista Playa de Oro Manzanillo
3 out of 5
Blvd. Miguel de la Madrid s/n, Manzanillo, COL
The price is AU$216 per night from 21 May to 22 May
AU$216
21 May - 22 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star all-inclusive resort in Manzanillo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 4 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Playa La Audiencia and Playa ...
6.6/10 (1,008 reviews)
"Good so good"

Reviewed on 15 May 2025

Vista Playa de Oro Manzanillo
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Other neighbourhoods around El Centro

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El Tamarindo

Though El Tamarindo may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Playa San Pedrito and Zocalo.

El Tamarindo
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Bonanza

While Bonanza isn't home to many top sights, Zocalo and Playa San Pedrito are some notable places to visit nearby.

Bonanza
Manzanillo featuring tropical scenes, a playground and a garden

Centro Historico

If you're spending some time in Centro Historico, Zocalo and Swordfish Monument are top sights worth seeing.

Centro Historico
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XIV Zona Naval

While XIV Zona Naval may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Playa San Pedrito and Zocalo.

XIV Zona Naval
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Las Brisas

When in Las Brisas, you can plan a visit to Playa San Pedrito and Playa Azul Salagua, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Las Brisas
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Morelos

While Morelos may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Playa Azul Salagua and Playa San Pedrito.

Morelos

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