Ciudad del Carmen

Travel Guide
El Zacatal Bridge showing a sunset, a bridge and general coastal views
Wander along the picturesque coastal promenade, attend a religious service at pretty colonial churches and relax on the surrounding beaches.

Ciudad del Carmen is a quaint colonial town known for its churches, picturesque lagoon and impressive bridge. Several beaches decorate the coast. Chat with local residents for a sense of the mixed cultures and ethnicities in this region.

Visit one of the town’s most impressive sights, El Zacatal Bridge, which links Ciudad del Carmen to the rest of Mexico. It runs for 2.4 miles (3.9 kilometers), making it among the longest bridges in the state. Snap photos of the picturesque Términos Lagoon south of the structure. Stroll along the nearby Malecón coastal promenade for great views of the bridge and the Gulf of Mexico.

Arrive in the historic center to see the nicely preserved colorful colonial buildings. Among the highlights is Our Lady of Carmen Church, which has an elaborate mahogany wood ceiling and an array of ecclesiastical artworks adorning the walls. Learn about the regional history with a trip to the impressive building of theVictoriano Nievez Céspedes Museum.

Enjoy the year-round warm weather with a trip to some of the beaches in the area, such as Playa Norte. Do some sunbathing and lay down a blanket for a picnic on the sand during the dry season, which runs from January through May.

Dine at one of the town’s many restaurants specializing in seafood. The region has long been known for its jumbo shrimp. Harvesting this seafood was formerly the primary industry alongside the manufacture of chewing gum and dyewood. Today, oil magnates have moved to the area following the discovery of petroleum off the coast. Note the range of inhabitants in this town, the majority of which come from elsewhere due to the oil boom.

Find the town in the southwestern part of Campeche state. It is on a promontory stretching west from the Isla del Carmen between the Términos Lagoon and the Gulf of Mexico.

Ciudad del Carmen has an excellent seafood tradition and preserved colonial architecture.

Where to stay in Ciudad del Carmen

Hotel Lossandes
Hotel Lossandes
3 out of 5
61 Av Periferica Nte Lomas de Holché, Ciudad del Carmen, CAM
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is CA $53 per night from Sep. 30 to Oct. 1
CA $53
per night
Sep. 30 - Oct. 1
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Ciudad del Carmen. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Plaza Zentralia Shopping Center ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (284 reviews)
"Very noisy. You can hear between the walls people snoring. People come here to get drunk and shout all night by pool. It seems there are no rules...so if you want a party stay here. If you want relaxing atmosphere go somewhere else."

Reviewed on Feb. 13, 2023

Hotel Lossandes
Hyatt Place Ciudad Del Carmen
Hyatt Place Ciudad Del Carmen
3.5 out of 5
Avenida Isla de Tris, 13, Fraccionamiento Palmira, Ciudad del Carmen, CAM
The price is CA $74 per night from Oct. 6 to Oct. 7
CA $74
per night
Oct. 6 - Oct. 7
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Ciudad del Carmen. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Plaza Zentralia Shopping ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (673 reviews)
"Está muy bien el servicio y la atencion del personal de recepcion y de cocina. Solo que les fallan los detalles al servicio de limpieza nen la habitacion. En ocasiones te dejan el lavabo sin asear, o el aseo no se realiza por falta de personal, o no te dejan las toallas del baño y hay que pedirlas ..."

Reviewed on Jul. 28, 2023

Hyatt Place Ciudad Del Carmen
City Express by Marriott Ciudad del Carmen
City Express by Marriott Ciudad del Carmen
3 out of 5
Av. Juarez 1 Col. Justo Sierra., Ciudad del Carmen, CAM
The price is CA $76 per night from Sep. 24 to Sep. 25
CA $76
per night
Sep. 24 - Sep. 25
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Ciudad del Carmen. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. Popular ...
8/10 Very Good! (293 reviews)
"Estamos agradecidos, todo bien, Desayuno excelente y los te y el café muy sabroso . Podrían renovar algunas toallas."

Reviewed on Sep. 5, 2023

City Express by Marriott Ciudad del Carmen
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.
Extended Suites Ciudad del Carmen Aeropuerto
Extended Suites Ciudad del Carmen Aeropuerto
3 out of 5
Av. Isla de Tris 57 Col., EL Tambor, Ciudad del Carmen, CAM
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Ciudad del Carmen. Enjoy free parking, a 24-hour fitness center, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Plaza Zentralia ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (249 reviews)
"El personal muy amable, las instalaciones limpias, el precio muy accesible. Lo único que hace falta es una cafetera en el cuarto para hacer café en las mañanas. Todo lo demás excelente."

Reviewed on Jun. 26, 2023

Extended Suites Ciudad del Carmen Aeropuerto
Cómodo Departamento
Cómodo Departamento
Ciudad del Carmen
Stay at this apartment in Ciudad del Carmen. Enjoy WiFi, a balcony, and 2 bedrooms. Popular attractions Victoriano Nieves Cespedes Museum and Zaragoza Park are ...
Cómodo Departamento
Hotel Puerto Campeche
Hotel Puerto Campeche
3 out of 5
Calle Puerto de Manzanillo #78, Col. Renovación I Sección, Ciudad del Carmen, CAM
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Ciudad del Carmen. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a children's pool. Popular attractions Plaza Zentralia Shopping Center ...
Hotel Puerto Campeche
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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Feb. 15, 2020

The owner is great - interesting, helpful, and speaks good English