Hilltop views, quieter, growing expat community
Rinconada sits on the hillside above Puerto Escondido with sweeping ocean views. It's become a favourite with expats and remote workers who want the scenery without the noise of the beach strip.
Turtle Bay Café
Consistently one of the top-rated restaurants in Puerto Escondido on TripAdvisor, located on the Benito Juárez strip in Rinconada. Known for breakfasts, fresh juices, and a relaxed atmosphere.
El Nene
Long-established seafood institution recently upgraded with beautiful new interiors, anchoring the Benito Juárez dining corridor with excellent grilled fish and mezcal.
Omara
A signature cuisine restaurant in the Rinconada zone, offering refined Oaxacan cooking in an elevated setting above the coastline.
Mirador las Tortugas
A popular viewpoint in Rinconada with spectacular panoramic views of the Puerto Escondido coastline — especially beautiful at sunset.
Beach Day Trips to Carrizalillo & Puerto Angelito
Rinconada is within walking distance of both Carrizalillo and Puerto Angelito coves, making it easy to enjoy calm-water swimming and snorkeling.
Yoga & Fitness Studios
The neighbourhood has several yoga centres, CrossFit gyms, and wellness spaces — a healthy, active community has taken root alongside the expat population.
Cliffside Walks
Walking paths along the Rinconada hillside connect viewpoints and offer elevated perspectives over the Pacific, the bays, and the surrounding jungle.
Best Ocean Views in Puerto Escondido
Rinconada's elevated position delivers sweeping panoramas of the Pacific coast. Wake up to ocean views without the noise of the beach strip below.
Walking Distance to Two Cove Beaches
Playa Carrizalillo and Puerto Angelito are both reachable on foot from Rinconada — rare access to calm, swimmable water with no car needed.
Growing Expat & Remote Worker Hub
Rinconada has attracted a community of expats and digital nomads who value the views, cool hilltop breezes, and proximity to both beaches and Centro.