Santa María Huatulco

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Chahue Beach featuring a beach and tropical scenes
La Entrega Beach featuring jet skiing, a coastal town and a beach
Zaachila Beach featuring tropical scenes, a hotel and a beach
Santa María Huatulco showing landscape views and general coastal views
Chahue Beach showing a garden

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

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Sector L

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

Sector L
Bahia Chahue showing general coastal views, a sandy beach and a sunset

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
Chahue Beach showing a garden

Chahue

4.5/5(53 area reviews)

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

Chahue
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Santa Cruz

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

Santa Cruz
Sunrise in beautiful Huatulco Mexico

Arrocito

While visiting Arrocito, you might make a stop by sights like Tangolunda Bay and Playa Arrocito.

Arrocito
Zaachila Beach which includes general coastal views

Tangolunda

If you're spending some time in Tangolunda, Tangolunda Beach and Tangolunda Bay are top sights worth seeing.

Tangolunda
Las Brisas Huatulco – All Inclusive

Las Brisas Huatulco – All Inclusive

4.5 out of 5
Bahia de Tanglounda Lote 1, Santa María Huatulco, OAX
$293 nightly
The price is $348 total per night from Oct 12 to Oct 13
$348 total
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Total with taxes and fees
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 in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,481 reviews)
"Great service all areas. Very clean"

Reviewed on Oct 4, 2025

Las Brisas Huatulco – All Inclusive
Barceló Huatulco - All Inclusive

Barceló Huatulco - All Inclusive

4 out of 5
Paseo Benito Juarez S/N, Bahía de Tangolunda, Santa María Huatulco, OAX
$246 nightly
The price is $293 total per night from Oct 12 to Oct 13
$293 total
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 4-star beach property in Santa María Huatulco. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
"In overall it was exelent, i ll be back"

Reviewed on Sep 30, 2025

Barceló Huatulco - All Inclusive
Binniguenda Huatulco & Beach Club

Binniguenda Huatulco & Beach Club

4 out of 5
Blvd. Santa Cruz No. 201, Sector E, Santa María Huatulco, OAX
Fully refundable
$155 nightly
The price is $185 total per night from Oct 15 to Oct 16
$185 total
Oct 15 - Oct 16
Total with taxes and 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! (815 reviews)
"I just love it!"

Reviewed on Sep 16, 2025

Binniguenda Huatulco & Beach Club
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.
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 garden, and housekeeping. Popular attractions Chahue Beach and La Entrega Beach are ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (117 reviews)
"Quiet clean comfortable spacious and great communication"

Reviewed on Aug 25, 2025

Rooms Huatulco
Palmas De Chahue

Palmas De Chahue

3.5 out of 5
Zapoteco, 089, Santa María Huatulco, OAX
Stay at this 3.5-star condo in Santa María Huatulco. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Chahue Beach and La Entrega Beach are located ...
7.4/10 Good! (59 reviews)
"Me gustó la ubicación y que es muy tranquilo."

Reviewed on Sep 1, 2025

Palmas De Chahue
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, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Tangolunda Beach and ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (38 reviews)
"Amazing property. Awesome staff and service Food outlets need some desperate help. Other than that. We had an excellent stay"

Reviewed on Jun 30, 2025

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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