Santa María Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit

Malinalco Archaeological Site
Malinalco Archaeological Site is just one of the places to see in Malinalco, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Take in the museums while you're in the area.
Convento Agustino de la Transfiguración
Learn about the local history of Malinalco when you spend time at Convento Agustino de la Transfiguración. Discover the volcano viewpoints while you're in the area.
Temple and Ex-Monastery of the Divine Savior
You can find out about the history of Malinalco with a visit to Temple and Ex-Monastery of the Divine Savior. Wander the seaside or discover the area's volcano viewpoints.
Artisan Gallery Malinalco
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Artisan Gallery Malinalco in Malinalco. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's volcano viewpoints.
House of Eagles
You can find out about the history of Malinalco with a stop at House of Eagles. Discover the volcano viewpoints while you're in the area.
University Museum Dr. Luis Mario Schneider
You can spend time studying the exhibits at University Museum Dr. Luis Mario Schneider during your travels in Malinalco. Wander the seaside or discover the area's volcano viewpoints.
Activities
Our pick of the best Santa María Hotel Deals

HOTEL QUINTA REAL LAS PALMAS MALINALCO
"La habitación de buen tamaño limpio y las camas bien, había ventilador y no aire acondicionado (no me fije) hacía mucho calor, el estacionamiento muy incómodo y pequeño, pero se salvó todo con el servicio y el desayuno que estuvieron increíbles, muchas gracias Aldo por tus atenciones."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026

Hotel el colibrí
"The room #4 has not been well maintained. There was no shower curtain nor toilet seat. If you book this hotel only for one night sleep, it might be OK, but I don't recommend this for a longer stay. And also I could hear voices from neighbors early in the morning, and they woke me up. The staffs were ..."
Reviewed on 19 June 2026

Casa Akbal
"¡Un paraíso y excelente atención… repetiría mil y un veces!"
Reviewed on 16 Aug 2024

Hostería Las Quintas Hotel
"Great stay"
Reviewed on 16 June 2026

Hotel Borda Cuernavaca
"Not very friendly staff , parking lot attendant very annoying always asking you if leaving as well the front desk people always asking that , buffet over priced for cold and very little variety of food, drinks from the bar not well made it look like a 2 year old made them"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026

Casa Francisco Cuernavaca
"Great location and beautiful hotel-my family and I stay here each time we visit Cuernavaca typically 2-3 times per year renting multiple rooms - overall it is a decent hotel and perfect location for us but here are some cons or more feedback about my experience: most front desk workers not too friendly, ..."
Reviewed on 11 June 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Santa María
Santa Monica
Santa Monica might not have many top sights, but Convento Agustino de la Transfiguración and University Museum Dr. Luis Mario Schneider are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
San Pedro
While San Pedro may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Convento Agustino de la Transfiguración and Living Museum.

Centro
While Centro isn't home to many top sights, Convento Agustino de la Transfiguración and Temple and Ex-Monastery of the Divine Savior are some notable places to visit nearby.
San Andrés
While San Andrés isn't home to many top sights, Convento Agustino de la Transfiguración and Living Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.
San Guillermo
Though San Guillermo may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Convento Agustino de la Transfiguración and Living Museum.


