Design, conservation, and access converge in one of Mexico's most visionary destinations
NEW YORK, July 10, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Named one of the top places to travel in 2025 by both AFAR and Travel + Leisure, has captured the attention of travelers seeking something more thoughtful. Stretching along more than 200 miles of Mexico's Pacific coast and spanning four coastal municipalities in Jalisco, this region of raw beauty and rare tranquility is home to a collection of eco-conscious resorts that embody low-density luxury and a deep commitment to preservation. As infrastructure grows and new properties prepare to open, Costalegre continues to set a high bar for what sustainable, community-rooted tourism can look like in 2025 and beyond.
Where to Stay in Costalegre
Luxury in Costalegre looks different. Here, exclusivity means space to roam, reflect, and reconnect with nature. Properties along Mexico's "Happy Coast" are intentionally low-density, often occupying just a small portion of vast ecological preserves. From bold architecture and artist-led design to personalized conservation experiences, each resort offers a distinct perspective on what sustainable luxury can look like.
- – Tucked within a 2,000-acre private reserve in the municipality of La Huerta, this eco-chic boutique hotel offers just 18 suites across four private beaches. Solar power, an on-site organic garden, and handmade furnishings reinforce its commitment to self-sufficiency. Signature experiences include guided birdwatching with a resident biologist and a sea turtle protection program that allows guests to participate in nighttime egg collection and hatchling releases.
- – Set across 387 acres of pristine forest and shoreline, this private retreat features a romantic beach bungalow, seaside casitas, and a six-bedroom estate, each designed to integrate views, habitat, and climate with a minimal yet luxurious style underscoring the connection to nature. Guests can explore three secluded beaches, mangrove trails, and coastal paths where iguanas, migratory birds, and other wildlife thrive. Conservation efforts include a sea turtle sanctuary, wildlife corridors, and habitat restoration, while dining highlights wood-fired seafood, seasonal ingredients, and agave-forward cocktails served beachside or beneath the stars.
- – Spanning eight miles of pristine coastline, Careyes blends Mediterranean design with palapa-style architecture to create a vibrant, international enclave. Known for its clifftop ocean castles, colorful Mexican casitas, design-forward private villas and beachfront bungalows, it draws a global community of creatives and visionaries seeking subtle luxury and a mindful way of living. With only two percent of its land developed, it offers seven restaurants, a rotating calendar of wellness and cultural events, and is home to the two largest polo fields in Mexico, which host the prestigious international Agua Alta Polo Tournament. Guests can also engage with the Careyes Foundation's environmental and educational programs, including sea turtle releases at the Teopa Sanctuary – where over 2 million baby sea turtles have been released to date – along with tree planting, beach cleanups, and nature tours featuring more than 270 bird species, 23 of them endemic to the region.
- – Located within a 3,000-acre private reserve, this secluded resort occupies just two percent of the land, ensuring uninterrupted views and deep integration with the surrounding jungle and coastline. Accommodations range from cliffside and beachfront suites to spacious villas and private residences, offering outdoor showers, plunge pools, and natural materials that echo the landscape. Rancho Lola, a newly launched low-impact sustainable farm, anchors the culinary program with heirloom ingredients and guest-led experiences. Nature hikes led by in-house biologists, handline fishing with local experts, and the resort's Discovery Centre all connect travelers to the land and culture in meaningful ways.
What's Ahead: Expanding Access, Sustaining Vision
As travelers continue to seek destinations that balance exclusivity with purpose, Costalegre is poised for thoughtful growth. In 2027, the highly anticipated will open along 3,000 acres of coastal wilderness, offering 51 beachfront villas and a sustainability-driven experience rooted in community partnerships, regenerative farming, and environmental stewardship.
Improved access is also on the horizon. The forthcoming Chalacatepec Airport, located just north of Xala, will create a direct gateway to the southern stretch of Costalegre, making the region's most remote areas more reachable while supporting controlled, conservation-minded tourism.
About Costalegre
Situated within the state of Jalisco, Costalegre, which translates to "Happy Coast," stretches more than 200 miles along the Pacific Coast from south of Puerto Vallarta to Manzanillo. Characterized by rugged cliffs, secluded beaches, and lush jungles, it comprises the municipalities of Cabo Corrientes, Tomatlán, La Huerta, and Cihuatlán. A leader in sustainability, the region's tourism stakeholders are committed to providing a low-density environmentally minded visitor experience. Dotted along the region are charming Mexican towns known for their eco-tourism offerings, architecture, and traditional cuisine. Renowned for its exclusive resorts and properties, including the Four Seasons Resort Tamarindo, Careyes, Las Alamandas, Las Rosadas, and Six Senses Xala (set to open in 2027), Costalegre also offers an array of more budget-friendly accommodations, as well as a host of private homes and villas for rent.
Travel to Costalegre is easily accessible from Licenciado Gustavo DÃaz Ordaz International Airport in Puerto Vallarta (PVR) and Manzanillo-Costalegre International Airport (ZLO). The region is connected by Federal Highway 200, also known as Carretera PacÃfico, a two-lane fully paved highway. The Chalacatepec International Airport is currently under development.
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