Puerto Madero is known by several names; for planning your trip, the main highlights are San Benito Beach, the Malecón, and activities on the water. Surfing, sport fishing, and guided excursions in the surrounding area each offer a different focus. For a specific accommodation reference, the location information for Hotel Perla del Pacífico names the Malecón as a landmark.
Names and orientation
During the Porfiriato, Puerto Madero was formerly known as San Benito. Puerto Chiapas and simply Madero are also names for the same place. When planning activities, you may therefore also come across the name Puerto Chiapas: here, it refers to Puerto Madero.
In August 2026, the Malecón was described as Puerto Madero’s tourist center. It is therefore a useful landmark as you familiarize yourself with the areas of the town mentioned here. This description refers to that period.
Beach and visitor offerings
San Benito is a beach in Puerto Madero where numerous visitors gather each year to sunbathe on the sandy shore. If you would like to plan your stay around a beach visit, San Benito is a clearly identified destination. The Malecón offers a different point of reference: it was described as the tourist center, while San Benito is associated with the beach and sunbathing.
Puerto Madero’s visitor offerings also include numerous restaurants and swimming pools. These complement the beach and water activities with more ways to spend time in the area. Together, they offer a broad picture of what visitors can do, without requiring you to plan around just one activity.
Surfing, sport fishing, and excursions
Surfing is possible in Puerto Madero, and you can also learn to surf there with certified instructors. If you are considering lessons, check instructor availability before booking. Sport fishing is also possible in Puerto Chiapas. As current operators and permits may vary, it is advisable to check both in advance. This helps distinguish the two water activities according to your interests: surfing focuses on learning or practicing the sport, while sport fishing involves a fishing trip.
The mangroves of Laguna de Pozuelos are another nearby destination. They are among the destinations on English-language guided excursions departing from the cruise terminal. The availability of these tours may depend on cruise operations; if you would like to include this excursion in your plans, check whether it is available during your visit. This destination therefore differs from activities directly associated with Puerto Madero.
Accommodation in Puerto Madero
As of September 2026, Hotel Perla del Pacífico is located in the center of Puerto Madero in Tapachula, 100 meters from the Malecón. As the hotel’s location or operations may change, check the information before booking.
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For the main travel overview: Chiapas.
