Central America Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

The famous pink lakes of Mexico, Rio Lagartos. A magical sight! Pink waters and blue sky, It was like sunset reversed; a feast for eyes! There are plenty of colorful salt lakes near Las Coloradas/Rio Lagartos in the Yucatan peninsula. It is just 2 hours drive away from Chichén Itzá and around 3 hours from Cancun. Public transport is scarce in this part of Mexico. 
We took a rental car and it was an easy and comfortable journey for us :) Once we reached Las Coloradas, we were welcomed by giant white salt mountains. After driving around the salt mountains for some time, we finally found someone local who took us to this beautiful private salt lake. 
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The famous pink lakes of Mexico, Rio Lagartos. A magical sight! Pink waters and blue sky, It was like sunset reversed; a feast for eyes! There are plenty of colorful salt lakes near Las Coloradas/Rio Lagartos in the Yucatan peninsula. It is just 2 hours drive away from Chichén Itzá and around 3 hours from Cancun. Public transport is scarce in this part of Mexico. 
We took a rental car and it was an easy and comfortable journey for us :) Once we reached Las Coloradas, we were welcomed by giant white salt mountains. After driving around the salt mountains for some time, we finally found someone local who took us to this beautiful private salt lake. 
#nature
A lovely waterfall near Arenal Volcano.  I skipped the volcano hike and rode a horse to this spot.  #blue
Chichen Itza was a large pre-Columbian city built by the Maya civilization. Here you have the serpent from the ball court and the Kukulcan temple in Chichén-Itzá Maya site, Yucatan, Mexico
Central America

Where to stay in Central America

Escenica Tower featuring a luxury hotel or resort, a beach and general coastal views

Zona Hotelera

4/5(130 area reviews)

The stunning beaches and fantastic nightlife are just a few highlights of Zona Hotelera. Make a stop by La Isla Shopping Mall or Forum Beach while you're exploring the area.

Zona Hotelera
Puerto Vallarta city Old town in the romantic zone

Romantic Zone

4/5(9 area reviews)

Are you interested in stunning beaches, fantastic nightlife and popular shops? A visit to Romantic Zone might be the perfect thing. You can also explore top sights like Playa de los Muertos and Bay of Banderas.

Romantic Zone
A bus parked at the plaza. I hear the art work on it is continuously evolving and in the past it has been filled with cotton candy.

Roma Norte

Known for its fascinating museums and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Roma Norte. Check out top attractions like MUCA Roma and Centro Cultural El Punto, and jump on the metro at Insurgentes Station or Sevilla Station to see more of the city.

Roma Norte
The beach in Manuel Antonio National Park, Costa Rica

Manuel Antonio

The stunning beaches and idyllic natural landscape are just a few highlights of Manuel Antonio. Make a stop by Biesanz Beach or Playa Espadilla while you're exploring the area.

Manuel Antonio
Polanco which includes heritage architecture, a church or cathedral and a park

Polanco

5/5(6 area reviews)

If you're spending time in Polanco, you might enjoy attractions like Paseo de la Reforma and Avenida Presidente Masaryk. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Polanco Station to see more of the city.

Polanco
La Condesa featuring café scenes

La Condesa

Spend some time visiting places like Blackberry Auditorium while getting to know La Condesa, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Patriotism Station or Chilpancingo Station to see more of the area.

La Condesa
Sunscape Cancun All-Inclusive Resort & Spa by Hyatt

Sunscape Cancun All-Inclusive Resort & Spa by Hyatt

4 out of 5
Zona Hotelera Cancun QROO
The price is 8.491.303 ₫ per night from 10 Feb to 11 Feb
8.491.303 ₫
10.400.543 ₫ total
10 Feb - 11 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Cancun. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (6,186 reviews)
Very enjoyable and will be back next time.

Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026

Sunscape Cancun All-Inclusive Resort & Spa by Hyatt
Hotel Riu Santa Fe - All Inclusive

Hotel Riu Santa Fe - All Inclusive

3.5 out of 5
Bahia Cabo san Lucas KM 4.5 Cabo San Lucas BCS
Stay at this beach resort in Cabo San Lucas. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (6,927 reviews)
everything was great

Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026

Hotel Riu Santa Fe - All Inclusive
Hyatt Regency Mexico City

Hyatt Regency Mexico City

5 out of 5
Campos Eliseos No. 204 Polanco Mexico City
The price is 6.853.591 ₫ per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
6.853.591 ₫
8.190.041 ₫ total
1 Feb - 2 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Mexico City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,371 reviews)
Excellent staff and location.

Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026

Hyatt Regency Mexico City
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
ULIV Mexico City

ULIV Mexico City

4.5 out of 5
235 Av. Insurgentes Sur Roma Norte Mexico City CDMX
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Mexico City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Angel of Independence Monument and Paseo ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,137 reviews)
The views and rooftop are top notch. Rooms are perhaps a little sparse, but the towels and soaps/shampoos are nice. You can tell this is a Mexican chain given the generic Nescafé pods, basic lower quality flooring, and lack of any cable channels on the TV. As a business traveler and pkebrt of things ...

Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026

ULIV Mexico City
Canto del Sol Puerto Vallarta All Inclusive

Canto del Sol Puerto Vallarta All Inclusive

3.5 out of 5
Clemente Orozco 125 Puerto Vallarta
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Puerto Vallarta. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
7.4/10 Good! (3,336 reviews)
Overall place was great . Friendly staff & guests . Beautiful location the beach and views are unforgettable

Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026

Canto del Sol Puerto Vallarta All Inclusive
Hotel Tropicana - Near Olas Altas Street

Hotel Tropicana - Near Olas Altas Street

3 out of 5
Puerto Vallarta
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Puerto Vallarta. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
7.8/10 Good! (2,901 reviews)
Great view and well positioned right on an expansive beachfront. The rooms are very basic but a nice size, comfortable beds, clean and with a good AC. Shower pressure could have been better. Annoying that they let people come down in the morning and claim pool chairs without them staying at the pool. ...

Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026

Hotel Tropicana - Near Olas Altas Street
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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