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Hotel Hawaii Lighthouse

Oc White 2s🇲🇽Veracruz City, MXOperational

Location & Light Range

About Hotel Hawaii Lighthouse

Also known as: Hotel Hawaii (Veracruz Entrance Range Rear)

This light is mounted on the 10-story Hotel Hawaii, located on the Paseo El Malecón in Veracruz City. It emits an occulting white light every 2 seconds. With a focal height of 31 meters, the light has a geographic range of 15.5 nautical miles. The site is open to the public, though the tower itself is closed. A secondary front light on the Muro de Pescadores works alongside the hotel light.

Why it matters: The Hotel Hawaii light guides vessels into the busy Veracruz harbor, particularly along the waterfront promenade.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc White 2s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White
Interval
2s
Raw Code
Oc W 2s
Focal Height
31m
Geographic Range
15.5NM

Location

City
Veracruz City
Country
🇲🇽Mexico
Region
Veracruz
Sea Region
Veracruz waterfront, on the Paseo El Malecón, with a front light on the Muro de Pescadores.
Latitude
19.2008°
Longitude
-96.1361°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Veracruz(0.9 km)
Admiralty No.
J4286.1
NGA No.
15392.1
ARLHS No.
MEX-081

Tower & Structure

Structure: The light is mounted atop the 10-story Hotel Hawaii.

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Hotel Hawaii Lighthouse at night?+
Hotel Hawaii displays the characteristic Oc White 2s. Each lighthouse has a unique flash pattern published in the List of Lights, allowing mariners to positively identify it and distinguish it from other navigation aids in the area. The white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Hotel Hawaii Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Hotel Hawaii Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 3 nearby ports. The closest is Veracruz at 3 NM to the E. Other ports served include Boca del Río (5.2 NM SSE), Cotaxtla (26.1 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Hotel Hawaii Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Hotel Hawaii Lighthouse is currently operational. It is actively maintained and continues to emit its characteristic light signal for marine navigation. Most modern lighthouses are automated and monitored remotely by the national maritime authority.
How can I track vessels near Hotel Hawaii Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Hotel Hawaii Lighthouse in real time using MarineRadar. The platform shows live AIS positions of ships in the area, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course. Use the "Track Vessels Nearby" button on this page to open the live map centered on this lighthouse.