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El Tamarindo - Golf CourseCosta Careyes is part of Costa Alegre, probably one of the most interesting areas of Mexico.  The state of Jalisco is the third richest state of Mexico, and Costa Alegre is 100 miles of virtually undeveloped coast guarded by stringent development rules.  A guarantee for the future!

Points of Interest around Careyes

El Tamarindo Golf Resort (18 holes)
Operated by Starwood is located only a short 45-minute drive from Careyes, the resort boasts a fantastic 72-par golf course set within a 2,040 acre natural preserve. The resort is located in the bay of Tenacatita, the second largest bay in Mexico. El Tamarindo offers beautiful suites, restaurant, beach club, private beaches and spa. Reservations are necessary.

Isla Navidad
Enjoy a spectacular 27 hole golf course designed by Robert Van Hagge. The area also boasts a marina that is ideal for large yatchs.

Las Hadas
This property is famous for its setting in the movie "10," and also features a spacious marina.

Hotelito Desconocido
This 22-thatched roof cottage is built on a lagoon by famous Italian designer Marcelo Murzilli - "CHARRO."

Las Alamandas Hotel & Restaurant
This unique resort is owned by Isabel Goldsmith and features a beautiful beach and facilities.

Biology center by UNAM
University and Biosphere Reservation Cuixmala-Chamela (30,000 acres) - More than 1,100 species of plants, 270 species of birds, 80 mammals are preserved in this natural habitat. Featuring some of the most interesting vegetation in Mexico, the area is best known for its dry and tropical climate, combining hills and wet lands.

Church of San Mateo
Catholic Mass every Sunday at 9 AM the view and architecture will please your spirit!

Costa Cuixmala
Large estate owned by the Sir James Goldsmith Foundation (on invitation only).

Local seafood and Mexican restaurants
Aside from La Lantana at El Careyes Beach Resort and the restaurant at Playa Rosa, the nearby villages of Chamela, Perula, Zapata, Tenacatita and Barra de Navidad, feature charming small meat and seafood restaurants like La Loma, La Viuda, La Sirenita, El Tejaban, Che Che.

Isla de los Pajaros (Bird Island)
Situated 20 minutes off the coast "the Galapagos atmosphere".

Costalegre
probably one of the most interesting areas of Mexico, in the state of Jalisco. Jalisco is the third richest state of Mexico and features 200 miles of rather undeveloped coast that is guarded by stringent development rules providing a guarantee for the future and for Careyes!

Careyes is Magic
Careyes is a truly unique destination in Mexico. We are sure you will enjoy it. We look forward to welcoming you soon.


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