About The Port Of Manzanillo
Manzanillo sits on Mexico's central Pacific coast, its natural bay long serving as one of the country's busiest commercial ports alongside a growing tourism trade. The surrounding waters are prized for sailfish and marlin, earning the area a reputation among anglers, while the shoreline stretches into beaches such as Santiago and Miramar that draw travelers seeking a slower pace than the marina district offers.
Inland, the state capital of Colima and the village of Comala reveal a quieter, colonial-era Mexico, with plazas, church facades, and views toward the twin volcanoes that rise over the region. Closer to the pier, low-key seafood stands and the harbor's steady rhythm of fishing boats and cargo ships give a sense of a port town still tied to the sea for its livelihood, not just its scenery.
Pavlus Recommendations
How our planners would spend a day in Manzanillo.
Cast a Line for Sailfish
Manzanillo's billfish grounds are among the world's most productive, with charters departing the marina for half- or full-day trips; book ahead as boats fill quickly.
Explore Comala's Colonial Plaza
This whitewashed village outside Colima charms with a shaded square, mezcal tastings, and views of the twin volcanoes; reach it by taxi or organized tour, about an hour from the pier.
Relax on Miramar Beach
A quieter stretch of sand than the marina zone, popular for bodyboarding and casual palapa restaurants serving fresh catch; a short drive from downtown.
Last Minute Cruise Deals From Manzanillo
| Departs | Cruise Line | Ship | Itinerary | Nights | From | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 23, 2026 | Crystal | Crystal Serenity | 28 | $15,000 | ||
| Dec 10, 2026 | Crystal | Crystal Serenity | 11 | $5,400 | ||
| Dec 12, 2026 | Crystal | Crystal Serenity | 9 | $4,100 | ||
| Dec 15, 2026 | Princess | Ruby Princess | 11 | $1,699 | ||
| Dec 21, 2026 | Crystal | Crystal Serenity | 18 | $15,800 | ||
| Dec 30, 2026 | Crystal | Crystal Serenity | 9 | $7,400 | ||
| Jan 6, 2027 | Oceania | Oceania Vista | 244 | $123,249 | ||
| Jan 6, 2027 | Oceania | Oceania Vista | 15 | $6,247 | ||
| Jan 6, 2027 | Oceania | Oceania Vista | 180 | $87,099 | ||
| Jan 14, 2027 | Regent | Seven Seas Grandeur | 10 | $7,849 | ||
| Apr 4, 2027 | Holland America | Zaandam | 13 | $1,358 | ||
| Aug 2, 2027 | Crystal | Crystal Serenity | 32 | $16,200 | ||
| Aug 9, 2027 | Crystal | Crystal Serenity | 11 | $5,300 | ||
| Aug 9, 2027 | Crystal | Crystal Serenity | 25 | $11,200 | ||
| Oct 27, 2027 | Princess | Ruby Princess | 11 | $1,624 | ||
| Dec 6, 2027 | Oceania | Oceania Sonata | 29 | $13,949 | ||
| Dec 7, 2027 | Holland America | Koningsdam | 11 | $1,354 | ||
| Dec 13, 2027 | Princess | Island Princess | 16 | $1,399 | ||
| Dec 18, 2027 | Holland America | Zaandam | 15 | $2,674 | ||
| Dec 19, 2027 | Oceania | Oceania Sonata | 16 | $7,999 |
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