Looking to find new unique locations to visit in Mexico? If you want to avoid the crowds in top destinations like Cancún or Tulum, we have compiled a list of great destinations to consider visiting instead with the easiest routes and the best accommodation options. Below, you'll be inspired to explore more of what Mexico has to offer.
Bacalar is located in the Quintana Roo region of Mexico on the border of Belize. You'll find that the closest major airport is actually located in Belize at John Greif II Airport (SPR) in San Pedro Town. However, there are other airports you can fly into that won't require you to go through multiple ports of immigration. The closest airport in Mexico is Chetumal International Airport (CTM) which is approximately a 30-minute drive/bus ride from Bacalar.
Alternatively, for cheaper flight options, you could fly into Tulum International Airport (TQO) and grab an $18 (2 to 3-hour) bus to Bacalar.
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They don't call it the "Maldives of Mexico" for nothing. In Bacalar, you'll find waterfront accommodations, including an affordable overwater bungalow resort. Check out the affordable options below that we recommend staying at when visiting Bacalar.
Manzanillo is located in the Colima region of Mexico towards the southwest part of the country. Several airlines offer direct flights from the US to Playa de Oro International Airport (ZLO) in Manzanillo, such as Aeroméxico and Alaska Airlines.
Alternatively, you can find cheaper flights to Guadalajara International Airport (GDL), it's then a three and a half hour drive to Manzanillo, or a four-hour bus journey.
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They don't call it the "Santorini of Mexico" for nothing. In Manzanillo, you'll find cliffside accommodations drenched in white paint. There's several luxury hotels that offer affordable rates and fit the beachside Santorini vibes.
We recommend flying into Mexico City (MEX), as it's the most affordable airport option nearby.
The drive to Tolantongo from Mexico City is considered to be pretty straightforward. You can rent a car and drive two-and-a-half hours to three hours north, or you can travel with a tour company like Turitour and embark on a full-day tour to the location by bus for around $899 MXN or around $56 USD.
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When looking for a place to stay in Tolantongo, you'll find the options to be extremely limited. We recommend making your visit to Tolantongo a day trip and spending the night in nearby Mexico City or Pachuca.
Guanajuato is a city in central Mexico, slightly north of Mexico City. The easiest airport to fly into is Mexico City International Airport Benito Juárez (MEX).
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