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City in the Mexican state of Campeche
Photo: Comisión Mexicana de Filmaciones, CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons
Escárcega (full name Francisco Escárcega) is a small city of 31,000 people (2020) in the state of Campeche, at an important junction between Mexico's Federal highways 261 and 186. The route between Escarcega and Chetumal is known as the Ruta Rio Bec where a number of Maya archaeological sites can be found.
Popular roadside restaurant where tour buses often stop. Traditional Mexican dishes served buffet style.
Authentic pit barbecued mutton. Local place, very informal, cash only.
Casual restaurant with homemade traditional Mexican food and international favorites like fried chicken. Hearty meals, large portions, and affordable prices.
Av. Justo Sierra 127, Nice, clean rooms with TV and free WiFi, with and without ac. Single rooms starting from M$250. 35 rooms in total. Located in the main street, some blocks west the 2nd class bus terminal. Thus, somewhat noisy from the street.
Basic hotel in a quiet location. Spacious rooms are minimally furnished but clean. Off-street parking available. Has WiFi.
Basic hotel with minimal amenities and plenty of wear and tear. Rooms are clean, hot water works, and its good enough for a night, but not luxurious.
Basic hotel with minimal amenities, worn linens, barebones furnithings. Budget grade.
Modern moderate hotel with clean, spacious, comfortable rooms. Off-street parking available. On-site restaurant available.
Comfortable, family-friendly hotel on the edge of Escarcega. Rooms are spacious, clean and well-equipped and have comfortable beds and cold air conditioning. On-site restaurant serves a delicious full breakfast (included in room rate) with excellent coffee. Off-street, secured parking is available. Friendly staff offer good service.
By bus
Several bus companies operate buses between Campeche and Escarcega, buses also arrive from Chetumal. ADO has the most frequent service with 4 daily buses from Campeche.
By train
Escarcega is a key station on the Tren Maya intercity high-speed rail line.
Escarcega is a fairly small city and you could get around easily on a bicycle. Most people will use taxis to get around within the city. Taxi sitios are at the main plaza as well as the bus station and the train station.
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