North Coast & Lowlands
If you’re looking for pampering and seclusion, this gated luxury hotel 4km from central Bahía (on the road out of town, just beyond the bus terminal) is the place for you. With plush rooms that have all the creature comforts, minimalist public areas and huge manicured gardens that lead down to the river, this is definitely the smartest place in town.
Kayaking, biking and use of the gym, Jacuzzi and pool are all included, and there’s a full-service restaurant here as well.
15.44 MILES
We're hoping this reserve, 26 km south of Perdanales and 3km off the main highway, opens to tourism soon. Last we heard, Third Millenium Alliance (www…
29.56 MILES
The east end of this stretch of sand is a hive of activity early in the mornings, as vendors sell row upon row of shark, tuna, swordfish, dorado and other…
3.4 MILES
Bird-watchers shouldn't miss a visit to Isla Corazon, where you can take guided tours through mangroves in search of frigate birds, herons, egrets and…
29.98 MILES
This beach is less protected than most beaches in the area and has bigger waves (although they’re not very big) along with a powerful undertow. It’s a…
2.49 MILES
Built of materials imported from the US and Europe in 1912, this church has survived two big earthquakes. Alberto Santos, a big-time businessman of the…
Museo Arqueológico del Banco Central
29.91 MILES
The fully modernized city museum opened in its current location in 2009, and showcases valuable artifacts from pre-Colombian Manta culture, a selection of…
2.41 MILES
High above the peninsula and boasting great views of the city, sea and river, this viewpoint at the south end of town can be reached on foot or by a short…
29.85 MILES
An incomparable photo op: the city's iconic fish, a gargantuan albacore tuna (atún), with tin can attached.
2.41 MILES
High above the peninsula and boasting great views of the city, sea and river, this viewpoint at the south end of town can be reached on foot or by a short…
2.44 MILES
You’ll find a good introduction to the area’s indigenous history at this well-curated modern museum. The collection includes hundreds of pieces of pre…
2.49 MILES
Built of materials imported from the US and Europe in 1912, this church has survived two big earthquakes. Alberto Santos, a big-time businessman of the…
3.4 MILES
Bird-watchers shouldn't miss a visit to Isla Corazon, where you can take guided tours through mangroves in search of frigate birds, herons, egrets and…
5. Reserva Ecologico Jama-Coaque
15.44 MILES
We're hoping this reserve, 26 km south of Perdanales and 3km off the main highway, opens to tourism soon. Last we heard, Third Millenium Alliance (www…
29.56 MILES
The east end of this stretch of sand is a hive of activity early in the mornings, as vendors sell row upon row of shark, tuna, swordfish, dorado and other…
29.85 MILES
An incomparable photo op: the city's iconic fish, a gargantuan albacore tuna (atún), with tin can attached.
8. Museo Arqueológico del Banco Central
29.91 MILES
The fully modernized city museum opened in its current location in 2009, and showcases valuable artifacts from pre-Colombian Manta culture, a selection of…