Mahahual Beach - reviews,open hours,photo spots,things to do | WanderBoat AI Trip Planner

We went in May and the stink of the seaweed was overwhelming. We went in November this time and there’s no more seaweed. It’s an hour’s walk to the lighthouse or $4 per person cab’s ride. Standing by the lighthouse you can take a picture with your cruise boat as the background. It’s a 1+ kilometre stretch of shops and restaurant and massage booths and pharmacies with a few hotels. We really enjoy the walk to the end of the stretch and back. The beach is beautiful without the seaweed. Water is not deep. It’s fun to be in the water there. Krazy Crab is a popular joint there. You can use their beach chairs and facility. Massage standard price is $20 per hour. Good strong fingers. I highly recommend it. There are mangoes and coconuts to buy. The most outstanding store or booth there is the FINGER PAINTING by SAMUEL. the booth is located at the entrance of the stretch. He used his fingers to paint and he’s amazing. The price is very reasonable. If you ask he will paint it for you right away and packed it away very professionally. I bought 3. Ask him to sign it. A very modest nice talented guy. I’ll attach the pictures of the booth. This place is a must/go. 5 stars.

Vicki LVicki L

40

It's a nice beach, but could be so much nicer. Lots of seaweed (sargassum) in many locations both on the shore and in the water. They hire people with rakes to clear it out of the water and the beach, but it's a losing battle. There are net dividers running out from the beach in some areas that help. There is a nice pedestrian walkway along the entire length from the lighthouse (faro de Mahahual) and town letter sign to the opposite end. Shops on one side, selling equipment rentals, massages, food and drink, and their corresponding beach chairs and loungers on the water side. Some street vendors too. You get asked constantly for massages, but they're just trying to make a living and are pleasant otherwise. Practice saying the words, "no gracias". There is a very thin strip of sand between the chairs and the water. You can plop yourself down there for free, but you will need to pay for any of the chairs you decide to sit on. The sand is very nice and the water is pretty clear, especially when you swim out a little. Lots of good snorkeling opportunities, but again, you have to swim out a little. The nicest free beach area is closer to the lighthouse.

Cory SakaiCory Sakai

10

Fishermen village run by vandalism, we had car parked there on the street , the local vandals slashed my tire . The village has nothing to offer , beach is almost to none , very thin shallow sand , place gets empty on the evening, and gets very spooky , yet nobody likes to tell the visiting people that manahahual is surrounded by salt water alligators which they live there right behind the village ( that’s why the beach has special net fencing) which creates some kind of barrier for the alligators , but that’s really does not do much , you are not safe either on your beach bed as well in that net fenced ocean “ net pools “) Stay away from this uncivilized hole , in that place , there is a hate going on agains tourist, as locals believe that they’re Life became more difficult because of tourism ( yet every day they sell their crapp to ! Tourist . Very sad bad truth .

Ema FEma F

40

This beach isn't the typical beach. It's a beach that mainly belongs to whatever store is across the street from that section. They do charge for beach usage however there are some places that are deemed public and are free. On the pay parts, they provide services like food, drinks, and even massages. Vendors walk around frequently but aren't too pushy. Some of the places also provide snorkeling, scuba, fishing, amongst other things. It's a safe environment and not too far from the pier. No need to purchase excursions. Just hope on a shuttle from the port or ask a taxi to take you there from your hotel. I would give 5 stars if the beach was just a bit wider before actually walking into the ocean. This isn't a beach where you can go on a long beach walk or run. The water and the view is quite beautiful though!!

Victor SmithVictor Smith

60

I would consider this a nice beach, not the best I've ever been too but it is nice. Water was clear, not much or any seaweed. We took a shuttle for $4 a person from the cruise port. The shuttle took about fifteen minutes to get there. During the ride we got to get a small glimpse of the city. We paid $5 to rent beach chairs and had a waiter delivered food and drink for us throughout the time we were there. Every few minutes you do have people coming up to you trying to sell bracelets, coconuts, and other random sovereign type items. If you say "no thank you" they go away. See pictures to get an idea of the beach. Behind the beach they have shops, hotels and huts.

Treston DudekTreston Dudek

10

I always have a good time on Mahahual Beach. You can get some great deals however you will have to haggle for it. You absolutely never, ever take whatever price they give you.....as long as you have cash in hand they will accept it!! I never purchase any items near the port because I know that I can get it for cheaper from here. Be prepared for lots of ppl selling bags, hats, cigars, bracelets,etc. That can become very tiring, but a bucket of beer was $5.00.....so my husband was happy!! We were at Krazy Lobster, but there are LOTS of different places to choose from...grab a chair & just enjoy the sun.

Michele GrifMichele Grif

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