Santa María Huatulco

Travel Guide
La Entrega Beach featuring jet skiing, a coastal town and a beach
Scuba dive above coral reefs, sunbathe on one of the many beaches and peruse small Mexican pueblos in the traveler’s paradise of Huatulco.

Huatulco is a major travel destination on Mexico’s southern coast. It comprises dozens of picturesque beaches of different types and sizes along the Pacific Coast. The region is ideal for a holiday, whether you intend to scuba dive among coral reefs and colorful fish or enjoy local delicacies in charming oceanfront pueblos. 

Drive or take a boat from Santa Cruz to La Entrega (The Surrender), one of the more isolated beaches in the Santa Cruz area of Huatulco. Sunbathe on soft sand while the kids play with buckets and shovels. Take a swim in the Pacific Ocean’s calm waters. Bring scuba equipment or rent snorkeling gear right at the beach to swim with fish around the colorful reef. 

Break for lunch or dinner in one of the charming restaurants along the bay. Fresh oysters are a specialty remember to barter to get the best price. After the crowds thin in the late afternoon, stay for the sunset in quiet seclusion.

Make a visit to nearby Playa Chahué, which is surrounded by mossy cliffs and hills. Lie on the often deserted beach listening to waves crashing against the rocks. After your day of sunbathing, take an evening walk through the town of La Crucecita (The Small Cross). This charming area has a plaza, shops and traditional restaurants where you can buy homemade ice cream. Listen to typical Mexican music, such as folk and mariachi, as you sip a tropical drink of coconut water or mescal. 

Spend a beach afternoon at the 1-mile (1.6-kilometer) long Playa San Agustín in the western Santa Cruz region. Dine along the beach at one of the small restaurants serving fresh seafood. Scuba dive in the calm waters or snorkel over the shallow reef.

Reach Huatulco from Mexico City by plane, bus or boat. Many visitors pair a trip to Huatulco with one to Oaxaca, 230 miles (370 kilometers) to the north. After a few days exploring the cobbled streets of the inland colonial city, take a welcome sunbathing break on Huatulco’s beaches.

Where to stay in Santa María Huatulco

Huatulco showing a coastal town and landscape views

Santa Mar’a Huatulco Centro

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Santa Mar’a Huatulco Centro and surrounding area, you can visit Parque Eco-Arqueológico Copalita and Parador Turistico Shluuna.

Santa Mar’a Huatulco Centro
Chahue Beach showing a garden

P Chahue

4.5/5(53 area reviews)

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

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Arrecife

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

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R

4/5(10 area reviews)

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

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L

While there might not be top attractions in L, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Chahue Beach and Playa Santa Cruz.

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S

4/5(1 area review)

Though S might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Mercado Tres de Mayo and El Zócalo.

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Holiday Inn Huatulco, an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Huatulco, an IHG Hotel
3.5 out of 5
Blvd. Benito Juarez 604, Sector A, Santa María Huatulco, OAX
The price is NT$2,795 per night from Apr 24 to Apr 25
NT$2,795
per night
Apr 24 - Apr 25
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Santa María Huatulco. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (805 reviews)
"nice place"

Reviewed on 2024/3/18

Holiday Inn Huatulco, an IHG Hotel
Las Brisas Huatulco
Las Brisas Huatulco
4.5 out of 5
Bahia de Tanglounda Lote 1, Santa María Huatulco, OAX
The price is NT$7,763 per night from Apr 28 to Apr 29
NT$7,763
per night
Apr 28 - Apr 29
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury resort in Santa María Huatulco. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,012 reviews)
Awesome experience, couple improvements
"Hotel is huge and has plenty of options for restaurants and activities. Great food and great beaches you will definitely enjoy your stay! The only real downside is that it’s not really accessible as there are lots of stairs on each building (even to some rooms) and no elevators. To move through the ..."

Reviewed on 2024/3/24

Las Brisas Huatulco
Barceló Huatulco - All Inclusive
Barceló Huatulco - All Inclusive
4 out of 5
Paseo Benito Juarez S/N, Bahía de Tangolunda, Santa María Huatulco, OAX
The price is NT$8,371 per night from Apr 28 to Apr 29
NT$8,371
per night
Apr 28 - Apr 29
Stay at this 4-star beach property in Santa María Huatulco. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the clean rooms and the property ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"The resort should hire people who also speak English specially the ones working in the front desk."

Reviewed on 2024/3/24

Barceló Huatulco - All Inclusive
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Palmas De Chahue
Palmas De Chahue
3 out of 5
Zapoteco, 089, Santa María Huatulco, OAX
Stay at this 3-star condo in Santa María Huatulco. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Chahue Beach and La Entrega Beach are located ...
7.2/10 Good! (11 reviews)
"This is a great location! The kitchen needed more utensils etc for those who are staying for any length of time. Cleaning was adequate."

Reviewed on 2024/2/5

Palmas De Chahue
Rooms Huatulco
Rooms Huatulco
3 out of 5
Monte Alban Este, Santa María Huatulco, OAX
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Santa María Huatulco. Enjoy free WiFi, a terrace, and a garden. Popular attractions Mercado Tres de Mayo and El Zócalo are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (54 reviews)
"Communication with the property was excellent. They were very accommodating."

Reviewed on 2024/2/5

Rooms Huatulco
Celeste Beach Residences Huatulco Curamoria Collection
Celeste Beach Residences Huatulco Curamoria Collection
5 out of 5
Lote 1, Manzana 12, Residencial Conejos, Santa María Huatulco, OAX
Stay at this 5-star luxury condo in Santa María Huatulco. Enjoy free parking, 2 restaurants, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Playa Conejos and Playa ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (34 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel with spacious rooms. If you are looking for a place to relax and enjoy some quality time with your family, Celeste is perfect. Staff is very friendly, they are great at providing whatever you need and the property is very clean. It has a private beach so no crowds and a nice swimming ..."

Reviewed on 2022/7/18

Celeste Beach Residences Huatulco Curamoria Collection
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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