Mancora

When it opend at the far end of Las Pocitas beach in 2008, Máncora and the entire northern coast of Peru had yet to see a hotel so hip. — Fodor's

This full-service, family-friendly hotel has a large pool, restaurant, bar, game area, and a beautiful beach. — Fodor's

Aside from lounging in front of the long infinity pool, the emphasis here is on wellness, with yoga sessions, massages, and mostly vegetarian meals, as well as detox packages and cleanses. — Fodor's

This surfer’s mecca is set up right on the beach...adobe rooms in the main area are small and fairly plain but are hard to beat for location, while the air-con options in the back annex are quieter. — Lonely Planet

Across from the tranquil Playa Los Tumbos, a beach on the northern end of the waterfront, Las Palmeras is a welcoming hotel (once you get past the gated entrance) with ocean views. — Fodor's

Directly on the beach south of the town, with very reasonable rates, this little lodging is one of the best deals in Máncora. — Fodor's

This upscale, full-service hotel and spa is minutes from the city center and most of the rooms had a contemporary makeover in 2014. — Fodor's