This beach, located in the northern half of the large bay of Manzanillo, in the combination that also includes Olas Altas, Miramar and La Boquita. Playa Santiago where the peninsula begins the hearing ends. On the site now occupied by the hotel Santiago existed the ancient port of Santiago de la Buena Esperanza, linked with the expeditions that led to the discovery Hernán Cortés of the Californias. In fact, Cortes lived in Santiago in 1533. The James Bay is also famous for its wealth of pearl oysters, although the banks are now virtually exhausted. For its gentle slope and waves, Santiago is the ideal place for recreation and relaxation site, so have built several hotels that have a restaurant, where you can enjoy the delights of seafood-based dishes. In the west end Bay is the mouth of the lagoon Juluapan. Opposite her emerge the rock known as El Elefante and cays called Los Frailes. The seabed is covered by coral formations, which make it an ideal place for diving. Near the town of Santiago. Visit the temple where you can admire an extraordinary carved wooden altar, made in a single block, which represents "The Last Supper". Also find the Palace of shells and snails, where the artisan production that is reflected in you will marvel every one of the articles made from shellfish in many colors, shapes and sizes, including earrings, necklaces, bracelets, brooches, jewelry boxes, purses, lamps, pots, holders, ashtrays and curtains snails with figures of animals, among them recorded on pearl and shell, for collectors, the myriad of exotic snails. In Santiago rodeos, dances, presentation of popular prints in the main garden, rides and fireworks and a range of outdoor amusements are organized. From 16 to 25 July, the festival is held in honor of the patron saint of the place, as part of the festival queen and the last days of August are held choose anniversary parties ejido, with events like the traditional reception at noon , bands, rodeos, rides and folk dances. As one beach to open sea waves is strong, so it is advisable observe pins that are placed along the beaches for the safety of visitors, the following meanings: red, danger; yellow, caution and white, absolute confidence for swimming.

Playa Santiago is located 18 km from Manzanillo, by the federal highway. 200, in the bay of the same name.

By Road:

Manzanillo is located 98 km from Colima by the federal highway.200. Colima has an excellent network of roads and paths are mostly paved. Among the busiest axes connecting to other cities such as Guadalajara-Colima, Manzanillo-Barra de Navidad and Colima Morelia, in addition to the internal roads as the Colima-Manzanillo, Colima and Colima-Tecomán Armory meet. The trip from Mexico City it takes about 14 hours. The buses cover the route from the North Terminal at 4907 Avenue 100 meters. On the other hand, Manzanillo is interconnected with major Mexican cities through the Federal Highway System.

By air:

The Playa de Oro International Airport, is situated 44 kilometers from downtown Manzanillo and 35 kilometers from the hotel zone. Here comes flights from the United States, Canada and major cities.