Manzanillo and its bay, located in the Mexican state of Colima, has a long history with sailing expeditions and pirates from Portugal, England, France and Spain. Founded in 1527, it has transformed into a tourist destination known for its beautiful beaches, weather and luxury resorts. Several upscale hotels provide ocean views, luxury accommodations and a variety of activities that range from access on championship-level golf courses and wellness spas to nature excursions.
The Grand Bay Hotel Isla Navidad, located on a hillside overlooking the bay, is a Wyndham luxury hotel. It offers 158 guestrooms and 40 suites with amenities that include: a private swimming pool and garden, sitting area, balcony, and marble bath. A number of special packages are available that range from golf and spa to ATV and eco-tours. As of September 2010, nightly rates start at $120 for the standard room and $1100 for the governor's suite.
Grand Bay Hotel Isla Navidad
Circuito De Los Marinos
28830 Manzanillo
Mexico
011-52-1-314-331-0500
islanavidad.com.mx
The Hotel Camino Real Manzanillo, a luxury hotel in the Salagua residential area, is conveniently located five minutes from a championship-level 18-hole golf course designed by architects Pete and Ron Dye. It offers 36 two-bedroom suites and 14 three-bedroom master suites with a variety of upscale amenities. Several meetings rooms as well as a 110-seat auditorium is also available. As of September 2010, nightly rates start at $225.
Hotel Camino Real Manzanillo
Paraiso 11
Residencial Salagua
28869 Manzanillo
Mexico
011-52-1-314-331-1740
caminoreal.com
The Barcelo Karmina Palace Deluxe, a five-star all-suite hotel, is located on the beach and designed with Mayan-style decor and architecture. It offers guestrooms with ocean views and a variety of amenities such as six cascading swimming pools, spa with fitness center, nightly entertainment, beach and pool activities, three buffet restaurants and free drinks in any of the five bars. As of September 2010, nightly rates $175.50.
Barcelo Karmina Palace Deluxe
Avda. Vista Hermosa 13
Fracc. Peninsula De Santiago
28200 Manzanillo
Mexico
barcelo.com
