DISCOVER HUATULCO
A UNESCO-protected coastline, 36 beaches, and a town that runs on warmth and mezcal. Huatulco remains one of Mexico's best-kept secrets, and The Antidote puts you right at its heart.
The Town
Four neighborhoods worth knowing.
Tangolunda
Home of The Antidote. Quieter and more residential, with beach access, a
few resorts, and a small convenience area open daily 10am–10pm.
Beaches
Your backyard stretches for miles.
Playa Tangolunda
Your home beach. A 35-minute walk end to end.
Secret Beach
Five minutes on foot. Quiet, secluded, entirely yours.
Dining
From market tacos to multi-course evenings.
Bocana Hotel
High-end and delicious. 10 minutes away. Book ahead.
Grillo Marinero
Incredible ceviche and tuna sashimi. Takeout or sit-in.
Humo y Crudo
Outdoor seating on Bahía Santa Cruz. Great ceviches and cocktails.
La Tosta
Best shrimp tostadas in La Crucecita.
Blu, Sea and Soul
Great atmosphere and a strong menu.
Mercader
Unassuming but delicious Thai fusion.
La Crema
Wood-fired pizza. Simple and excellent.
Casa de Café
Breakfast and lunch until 3pm. Arrive early for the cinnamon buns.
Taquería del Padrino
Lunch only. Local favorite.
Wahaca Cooking Class
Near Bocana Beach. Book online well in advance.
Delivery
La Canasta Azul · Yummy · WeGo
Activities
There is always something worth experimenting here.
Surf and Water Sports
Huatulco Surf Co. is a 5-minute walk. For serious waves, Barra de la Cruz is 30 minutes south.
Diving and Snorkeling
Hurricane Divers, run by Giorgio. The best outfit in the area.
Fishing and Boat Days
The Narel is for a luxury day on the water, ideal for 6 to 8. The Fish Crew - My Huatulco Vacation can arrange to book
Fishing & Boat Days
Fish Crew for fishing trips. The Narel is for a luxury day on the water, ideal for 6 to 8.
Full Moon River Cruise
Explora Huatulco. Copalita River, hiking, and ziplining. Transport arranged.
Golf Course Walk
The course is closed, but the road alongside makes for a great 5 km walk with good birdwatching.
Lifestyle & Wellness
Slow down. You're in Huatulco.
Saturday Farmers Market
Santa Cruz Marina, from 9am. Organic produce, local artisans, and good music.
In-Home Massage
Gemma Spa comes to you. Arrange through your property concierge.
Temazcal Na Ma Ya
A traditional temazcal in town. Transformative.
Photography Session
Mauro Flores, based in Tangolunda. One hour, 40 edited photos.
Spin, Yoga & Sculpt
Creesiente Studio. Book online at least 5 days in advance.
Pilates
Pilates Mermaid. Reserve in advance.
Casa De Vida Medicina Naturales
Wellness, Detox, Nutrition.
Why Huatulco
The Sierra Madre mountains tumble directly into nine pristine bays here. There are no high-rise towers, no concrete canyons. Local regulations keep building heights low and the treeline dominant. Over 70% of the surrounding area is a protected ecological reserve, home to 34 species of mammals and 291 species of birds.
In 2005, Huatulco became the first community in the Americas to receive green globe certification. It has since reached EarthCheck Platinum status, the gold standard for sustainable tourism. It was designed from the start with sustainability as the blueprint, not as an afterthought.
