"Lower key touristy tow ..." a Puerto Escondido Travel Page by Srechko

I spent 2 nights in Puerto Escondido during my 2 month long Mexico & Central America long trip.

Town's main attraction is the beach that is endless and beautiful. Waves are high so this is predominately a paradise for surfers.

The town itself is not very interesting, and other than surfing and hanging out at the beach - there is not much to do.

I got here after visiting Acapulco and the difference between the two is big. Even though Puerto Escondido is getting more and more developed there still are only a few high rise hotels - more in town than on the beach. Beach is lined up with smaller hotels and hostels and at least while I was there - it was very quiet. The town does not feel very touristy, prices are lower, and you can browse and look at souvenirs without being abused by vendors. I hope the town does not get spoiled...

There is a wild, deserted beach to the north of the town - a few kilometers away there is a small authentic village where I had the best fish ever!