Santa Cruz Travel Guide

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Popular places to visit

Tangolunda Beach

Tangolunda Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Tangolunda Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Santa María Huatulco. Discover the entertainment venues in this relaxing area or seek out its snorkelling spots.

Tangolunda Beach

Playa Santa Cruz

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Playa Santa Cruz during your trip to Santa María Huatulco? Wander the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.

Playa Santa Cruz

La Bocana Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, La Bocana Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Santa María Huatulco. Discover the entertainment venues in this romantic area or seek out its snorkelling spots.

La Bocana Beach

El Zócalo

Explore the great outdoors at El Zócalo, a lovely green space in Santa María Huatulco. Amble around the area's beaches or visit its shops.

El Zócalo

Playa Arrocito

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Playa Arrocito during your trip to Arrocito?

Playa Arrocito

Las Parotas Golf Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Santa María Huatulco at Las Parotas Golf Club. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

Las Parotas Golf Club

Activities

Coastal Bays Boat Tour

Coastal Bays Boat Tour with hotel transportation

AU$50
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Coastal Bays Boat Tour with hotel transportation
The Goddess of the Sea

Full Day Tour of the Bays of Huatulco

AU$53
per adult
Full Day Tour of the Bays of Huatulco
Heavenly Beaches Tour with hotel transportation

Heavenly Beaches Tour with hotel transportation

AU$60
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Heavenly Beaches Tour with hotel transportation
Coastal Snorkeling Tour

Coastal Snorkeling Tour

AU$50
per adult
Coastal Snorkeling Tour
La Crucecita: Huatulco Guided City Tour and Sunset Viewing

La Crucecita: Huatulco Guided City Tour and Sunset Viewing

AU$41
per adult
La Crucecita: Huatulco Guided City Tour and Sunset Viewing
Sunset at Punta Cometa

Sunset at Punta Cometa with hotel transportation

AU$54
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Sunset at Punta Cometa with hotel transportation
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Our pick of the best Santa Cruz Hotel Deals

Binniguenda Huatulco & Beach Club

Binniguenda Huatulco & Beach Club

4 out of 5
Blvd. Santa Cruz No. 201, Sector E, Santa María Huatulco, OAX
The price is AU$273 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
AU$273
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Santa María Huatulco. Enjoy 3 restaurants, 2 bars/lounges, and a free beach shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (811 reviews)
"I just love it!"

Reviewed on 16 Sept 2025

Binniguenda Huatulco & Beach Club
Holiday Inn Huatulco by IHG

Holiday Inn Huatulco by IHG

3.5 out of 5
Blvd. Benito Juarez 604, Sector A, Santa María Huatulco, OAX
The price is AU$128 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
AU$128
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Santa María Huatulco. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,007 reviews)
"Excellent hotel property. Highly recommended"

Reviewed on 2 Sept 2025

Holiday Inn Huatulco by IHG
Hotel Castillo Huatulco & Beach Club

Hotel Castillo Huatulco & Beach Club

3.5 out of 5
Boulevard Santa Cruz 303, Sector A, Santa María Huatulco, OAX
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Santa María Huatulco. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (703 reviews)
"The room was very clean, service was great, food was good. The beach club was very good with a pool and great lunch availability. The ocean at the beach club is not swimmable due to permanent red flags for rip tide. We had a great time."

Reviewed on 24 May 2025

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Hotel Castillo Huatulco & Beach Club
Nirú Ocean Suites by Binniguenda

Nirú Ocean Suites by Binniguenda

4 out of 5
Lote 3A, Manzana 22, Sector A, Desarrollo Turistico Bahías de Huatulco, Santa María Huatulco, OAX
The price is AU$397 per night from 10 Oct to 11 Oct
AU$397
10 Oct - 11 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Santa María Huatulco. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, 2 restaurants, and a beach locale. Popular attractions La Entrega Beach and Chahue ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (63 reviews)
"Excellent hotel and foremost excellent staff; friendly and always ready to help you."

Reviewed on 20 Sept 2025

Nirú Ocean Suites by Binniguenda
La Playa Suites

La Playa Suites

2 out of 5
C. Tehuantepec 112, Bahía de Santa Cruz, Santa Maria Huatulco, Oax.
The price is AU$163 per night from 8 Oct to 9 Oct
AU$163
8 Oct - 9 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Santa María Huatulco. Enjoy free WiFi, a free cruise terminal shuttle, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Chahue Beach and La ...
7.4/10 Good! (3 reviews)
"Location , safe area. beach in front nice customer service , very clean, washing machine. very good size the suite."

Reviewed on 19 Sept 2025

La Playa Suites
Yuu-lee Casa Bendita Huatulco

Yuu-lee Casa Bendita Huatulco

2.5 out of 5
Calle Mitla 302, Esq. Pochutla, Sector A, Santa María Huatulco, OAX
The price is AU$89 per night from 24 Oct to 25 Oct
AU$89
24 Oct - 25 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Santa María Huatulco. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Popular attractions La Entrega Beach and Chahue ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (61 reviews)
"The friendliest staff ever. Love them."

Reviewed on 3 Feb 2025

Yuu-lee Casa Bendita Huatulco
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Other neighbourhoods around Santa Cruz

Chahue Beach which includes a park

Chahue

While visiting Chahue, you might make a stop by sights like Chahue Beach and Santa Cruz Bay.

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Sector R

When in Sector R, you can plan a visit to Chahue Beach and Playa Santa Cruz, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Sector R
La Entrega Beach which includes tropical scenes and hiking or walking as well as a small group of people

Las Palmas

If you're spending some time in Las Palmas, La Entrega Beach and Santa Cruz Bay are top sights worth seeing.

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Arrecife

While Arrecife isn't home to many top sights, Chahue Beach and Playa Santa Cruz are some notable places to visit nearby.

Arrecife
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Sector L

Sector L might not have many top sights, but Chahue Beach and Playa Santa Cruz are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Sector L
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Crucecita

You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Crucecita. You might want to make time for a stop at Mercado Tres de Mayo or El Zócalo.

Crucecita

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