Welcome to
Sea Fever Ocean View Villa
ARRIVING
La Manzanilla is located less than one hour from Manzanillo International Airport (ZLO) which is serviced by Alaska Air, WestJet and Aeromexico airlines. Taxi service is available at the airport.
There are also car rental desks at the airport. Your best rates are usually obtained by booking ahead. Keep in mind that rates quoted may not include personal liability insurance. Your credit card may offer coverage for collision at no extra cost.
You can also fly to Puerta Vallarta which is approx. 3 hours north. There is excellent bus service near the airport, or you can hire a private driver or rent a car.
BANKING & MONEY
There are two ATMs in La Manzanilla. One for local banks and the other that accepts foreign bank cards. Both are centrally located. Credit cards are not accepted at most places. At the Manzanilla airport, there is also an ATM to the left of the arrivals gate.
SHOPPING
La Manzanilla has many small corner-store style shops where you will find most of what you need. You will find the local pharmacy, a meat market, a Charity bookstore (used English books) fish shops, tortilla shops, fruit & veggie store and several stores selling clothing & beach necessities. Most mornings you can enjoy freshly squeezed juices from the street stands. If you are looking for food a little more exotic or familiar to home, Super Hawaii in Melaque has a selection of imported foods. The Friday market also offers a wide range of produce and artisan goods.
RESTAURANTS
GETTING AROUND
Local buses connect to Melaque, Barra de Navidad & Chihuatlan every two hours. There is also a local taxi service available.
THINGS TO DO IN AND AROUND LA MANZANILLA
What not to expect in La Manzanilla:
Resort hotels, bars and nightclubs, supermarkets, paved streets, aggressive souvenir vendors, timeshares, banking.
What you can expect in La Manzanilla
Over 5km of gorgeous sandy beaches, gentle calm oceanfront for excellent swimming, a wide range of restaurants, many small corner stores, a real vibrant Mexican village, good beach walking, protected wildlife reserve, sunsets, friendly and helpful local people. Enjoy a relaxing holiday at a slower pace in a great climate.
