Santa María Huatulco Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Chahue Beach which includes tropical scenes and a beach
La Entrega Beach which includes a coastal town, jet skiing and a beach
Zaachila Beach featuring tropical scenes, a hotel and a beach
Santa María Huatulco
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 colourful 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 colourful 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-kilometre) 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 kilometres) 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

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
Chahue Beach showing a garden

Chahue

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

Chahue
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Santa Cruz

If you're spending some time in Santa Cruz, Playa Santa Cruz and Santa Cruz Bay are top sights worth seeing.

Santa Cruz
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Arrocito

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

Arrocito
Zaachila Beach which includes general coastal views

Tangolunda

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

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
The price is ₹23,803 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
₹23,803
₹28,325 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury resort in Santa María Huatulco. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,364 reviews)
"Property is big and beautiful. Beaches and pool area are clean and spacious. The staff are great. Can’t stress how great the staff were. Only 4 stars (Could even be 3 1/2) due to the food being underwhelming. Not a lot of variety and a lot of it overcooked, dry or tough"

Reviewed on 15 Jul 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
The price is ₹18,614 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
₹18,614
₹22,151 total
18 Aug - 19 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach resort in Santa María Huatulco. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"For the first time it was perfect 👌"

Reviewed on 18 Jul 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
The price is ₹14,922 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
₹14,922
₹17,757 total
17 Aug - 18 Aug
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (781 reviews)
"The"

Reviewed on 18 Jul 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 Wi-Fi, a garden and housekeeping. Popular attractions Chahue Beach and La Entrega Beach are ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (101 reviews)
Nice stay
"Place has a stove top, fridge, etc. You can cook there if you like. Enjoyed the pool area to relax."

Reviewed on 20 Jul 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 Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Chahue Beach and La Entrega Beach are located ...
7.4/10 Good! (52 reviews)
"La propiedad esta bien ubicada, y con buena distribucíon, solo mejoraria la limpieza de la alberca, mejorar la comunicacion con el anfitrion ya que no contesto desde las intrucciones de llegada, solo para recordar el check out, y que se pudiera acceder al estacionamiento, de ahi en fuera todo ..."

Reviewed on 28 Apr 2025

Palmas De Chahue
Condominios Brisas del Mar

Condominios Brisas del Mar

3 out of 5
40 Blvd. Benito Juárez, Santa María Huatulco, OAX
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Santa María Huatulco. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and satellite TV channels. Popular attractions Chahue Beach and La Entrega ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (8 reviews)
"The accommodation were excellent! Very clean and convenient location."

Reviewed on 30 Mar 2025

Condominios Brisas del Mar
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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