Colima is Mexico's second-smallest state, a compact Pacific coast territory dominated by the twin volcanic peaks of Volcán de Fuego and Nevado de Colima. It pairs the whitewashed Pueblo Mágico of Comala with the resort and cargo port city of Manzanillo, self-styled the Sailfish Capital of the World, plus black-sand beaches, lime orchards around Tecomán, and a low-key colonial capital in Colima City.
Colima's nightlife runs along two very different tracks: Comala's famous plaza-ringing cantinas, where a drink order comes with a rotating parade of free botanas, and Manzanillo's beach-bar and marina scene, which spikes each November during the international sailfish-tournament season. Colima City adds a quieter university-area bar scene around Jardín Núñez, with a small cluster of clubs for weekend dancing.
At a glance
Nightlife districts
Where the action happens after dark.
Comala Plaza Cantinas
Cantinas ringing Comala's Jardín Torres Quintero serve free botanas (bar snacks) with every round of drinks, a signature local tradition that turns an evening drink into a rotating small meal
Best for: cantina culture, free botanas, an early and family-friendly evening scene
Manzanillo Malecón and Playa Miramar / Las Brisas
Beach bars and open-air lounges along Playa Miramar, Las Brisas, and the malecón draw visitors and locals for sunset drinks, with a marked spike in energy during November's sailfish-tournament season
Best for: beach bars, sunset drinks, seasonal marina nightlife
Jardín Núñez / University Area, Colima City
A cluster of bars and small clubs near the university and Jardín Núñez draws a student and young-professional crowd on weekend nights
Best for: casual bars, weekend clubbing, a younger crowd
Bars & pubs
Where locals drink.
Cantina Los Portales
Known for: Free rotating botanas with every drink order, regional beer and tequila
Jardín Torres Quintero, Centro, 28450 Comala, Col., Mexico
Cantina El Sarape
Known for: Plaza-side cantina serving free botanas alongside beer and regional liqueurs
Calle Vicente Guerrero, Centro, 28450 Comala, Col., Mexico
Colima Bay Beach Bar
Known for: Sunset cocktails and cold beer steps from Playa Miramar
Blvd. Miguel de la Madrid, Playa Miramar, 28869 Manzanillo, Col., Mexico
Las Brisas Malecón Lounge
Known for: Open-air lounge seating with sea views and a fuller cocktail list
Av. Audiencia de la Nueva España, Las Brisas, 28219 Manzanillo, Col., Mexico
El Zaguán Bar
Known for: Local beer and mezcal near Jardín Núñez with occasional live regional music
Jardín Núñez, Centro, 28000 Colima, Col., Mexico
Cervecería Universitaria
Known for: Local craft beer near the university, casual student-friendly atmosphere
Av. Universidad, Centro, 28040 Colima, Col., Mexico
Clubs
For dancing into the early hours.
Mandala Manzanillo
Cover: MXN 150-300 (approx USD 9-18)
Hours: Thu-Sat 10PM-3AM
Envy Disco Colima
Cover: MXN 100-200 (approx USD 6-12)
Hours: Fri-Sat 10PM-3AM
Nightlife tips
Stay safe and have fun.
Most venues warm up after midnight — earlier arrivals get easier entry and shorter queues.
Carry ID, even if you look older — bouncers check at most venues.
Plan your ride home before you go out — last transport runs earlier than the clubs close.