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Our top choices for Playa Santa Cruz hotels

A modern room with a dining table set for two, a sofa, a desk with a laptop, and a TV displaying a pool view.

1. Rooms M

Rooms M
3.0 star property
Arrecife, 1.5 km from Playa Santa Cruz
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (61 reviews)
"Great place to stay at in Crucecita!! The room was so clean and comfortable we will definitely stay here when we come back!! The two separate air conditionings were a must, one for the living space and another for the bedroom!! We felt super safe in the area too!"
United States
Marco
The price is RM199
RM241 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Rooms M
A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas.

2. Holiday Inn Huatulco by IHG

Holiday Inn Huatulco by IHG
3.5 star property
Santa Cruz, 0.3 km from Playa Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Everything is good"
United States
Carlos
The price is RM371
RM441 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Holiday Inn Huatulco by IHG
A pool area with lounge chairs, a small table, and steps leading to a pool.

3. Rooms Huatulco

Rooms Huatulco
3.0 star property
Crucecita, 1.9 km from Playa Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (164 reviews)
"It’s a great place to stay very convenient and "
United States
Bainy
The price is RM256
RM310 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Rooms Huatulco
A poolside area with lounge chairs and a view of the ocean.

4. Princess Mayev Hotel

Princess Mayev Hotel
3.5 star property
Chahue, 0.8 km from Playa Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (930 reviews)
"Nice views, great location."
United States
Palmira
The price is RM368
RM438 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Princess Mayev Hotel
A nighttime view of a resort with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and a thatched-roof structure.

5. Mayev Express

Mayev Express
3.0 star property
Crucecita, 1.6 km from Playa Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (130 reviews)
"Very nice and clean room, friendly and efficient staff...great breakfast"
United States
Jose
The price is RM293
RM348 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Mayev Express
A resort pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a view of the ocean.

6. Quinta Bella Huatulco

Quinta Bella Huatulco
4.0 star property
Chahue, 1 km from Playa Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,009 reviews)
"Clean rooms and close to town"
United States
Noe
The price is RM505
RM601 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Quinta Bella Huatulco
A hotel with multiple floors, a swimming pool, and a beach.

7. Nirú Ocean Suites by Binniguenda

Nirú Ocean Suites by Binniguenda
4.0 star property
Santa Cruz, < 0.1 km from Playa Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (178 reviews)
"Everything the grandiose view, of the beach, the pool, the,room wuaaa food 😋, people.. everything so nice..thank you all of you huatulco"
United States
Jose luis Mora
The price is RM1,079
RM1,284 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Nirú Ocean Suites by Binniguenda
A poolside area with a hammock, chairs, and terracotta pots.

8. Casa Origen Huatulco

Casa Origen Huatulco
2.0 star property
Crucecita, 1.1 km from Playa Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (15 reviews)
"Property was very close to the center. The staff was very kind and nice. Rooms were big and super clean. Very quiet neighborhood."
United States
Joseph Van
The price is RM309
RM367 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Casa Origen Huatulco
A covered walkway with a thatched roof, leading to a pool area.

9. Hotel Gran Juquila Huatulco

Hotel Gran Juquila Huatulco
3.0 star property
Chahue, 0.9 km from Playa Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (255 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay at Gran Juquila Hotel. Clean room. Great water pressure on shower. Great food options at the restaurant. Great services throughout the hotel, taxi service, great massage space, tour guide options, mini convenience store. Great location to the beach and nearby restaurants. 15 minute walk to Huatulco center or 5 minute drive. We loved it and will be going back every time we can."
United States
Elizabeth
The price is RM271
RM323 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Hotel Gran Juquila Huatulco
A swimming pool with a stone feature and a wall with the text "Arenas Del Pacifico Hotel".

10. Hotel Arenas del Pacífico

Hotel Arenas del Pacífico
3.0 star property
Crucecita, 1.5 km from Playa Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (142 reviews)
"Great reception personnel, clean, great breakfast, lovely pool"
Canada
Marian
The price is RM249
RM296 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Hotel Arenas del Pacífico
A swimming pool with a blue-tiled edge, surrounded by buildings with balconies and a staircase leading to an upper level.

11. México Lindo

México Lindo
3.5 star property
Sector R, 0.8 km from Playa Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (244 reviews)
"Everything was exelent"
United States
Ruben
The price is RM235
RM280 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
México Lindo
A resort with a pool area, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.

12. Villas Coral Huatulco

Villas Coral Huatulco
3.0 star property
Arrocito, 3.2 km from Playa Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (330 reviews)
"is a biutiful place"
United States
Margarito
The price is RM499
RM594 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Villas Coral Huatulco
A kitchen with a wooden table and stools, a window, and a potted plant.

13. HOTEL CASA PALMARES

HOTEL CASA PALMARES
2.0 star property
Crucecita, 1.8 km from Playa Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (9 reviews)
"No parking. You have to leave the key in the front desk when you go out, they said we only have one key. No Elevator, we want led to take a cold shower due to the very hot weather and no cold water available."
United States
Lilia
The price is RM142
RM168 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
HOTEL CASA PALMARES
A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by lush greenery and a building with multiple windows.

14. Hotel Villa Blanca Huatulco

Hotel Villa Blanca Huatulco
3.5 star property
Sector R, 1.1 km from Playa Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"The staff very kind and room was clean"
United States
Francisco
The price is RM346
RM412 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Hotel Villa Blanca Huatulco
A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a view of a cruise ship and pier.

15. Suites La Playa

Suites La Playa
3.0 star property
Santa Cruz, 0.2 km from Playa Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (19 reviews)
"Location , safe area. beach in front nice customer service , very clean, washing machine. very good size the suite. "
United States
Luis
The price is RM475
RM984 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Suites La Playa
A pathway leading to a building with a modern design, surrounded by lush greenery and a large palm tree.

16. Best Western Posada Chahue

Best Western Posada Chahue
3.0 star property
Sector R, 1.2 km from Playa Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (277 reviews)
"Excelente"
United States
Mauricio
The price is RM309
RM367 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Best Western Posada Chahue
A swimming pool area with a sign for HOTEL XeStal.

17. Hotel Xestal

Hotel Xestal
2.5 star property
Sector R, 1 km from Playa Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (168 reviews)
"Great stay, friendly staff! We really enjoyed our stay."
United States
Joshua
The price is RM238
RM283 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Hotel Xestal
A hotel room with two beds, a ceiling fan, an air conditioning unit, a TV, and a sliding door leading to a balcony.

18. Mi Querida Maribel Hotel

Mi Querida Maribel Hotel
2.0 star property
Crucecita, 1.8 km from Playa Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (157 reviews)
"Is location is perfect you have shops and restaurants at walking distance"
United States
Norma
The price is RM168
RM200 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Mi Querida Maribel Hotel
A hotel with a swimming pool, palm trees, and a clear blue sky.

19. Casa Danna Huatulco

Casa Danna Huatulco
3.0 star property
Chahue, 1.2 km from Playa Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (220 reviews)
"Breakfast was really good. Variety of food. Coffee and the chocomilk was delicious. "
United States
Edalisbeth
The price is RM410
RM488 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Casa Danna Huatulco
A bamboo structure with a sign reading "NIRU" surrounded by lush greenery and a wooden staircase.

20. Binniguenda Huatulco All Inclusive & Beach Club

Binniguenda Huatulco All Inclusive & Beach Club
4.0 star property
Santa Cruz, 0.5 km from Playa Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Nice and clean"
United States
Maria E
The price is RM679
RM808 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Binniguenda Huatulco All Inclusive & Beach Club
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Compare popular hotels close to Playa Santa Cruz

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A modern room with a dining table set for two, a sofa, a desk with a laptop, and a TV displaying a pool view.
Rooms M
3.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
61 reviews
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A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas.
Holiday Inn Huatulco by IHG
3.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,003 reviews
View
A pool area with lounge chairs, a small table, and steps leading to a pool.
Rooms Huatulco
3.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
164 reviews
View
A poolside area with lounge chairs and a view of the ocean.
Princess Mayev Hotel
3.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
930 reviews
View
A nighttime view of a resort with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and a thatched-roof structure.
Mayev Express
3.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
130 reviews
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Top Playa Santa Cruz Hotel Reviews

Quinta Bella Huatulco

Quinta Bella Huatulco

10/10 Excellent
"Muy limpio , el personal muy amable"
Carlos 3-night trip
Posted 11 hours ago
Quinta Bella Huatulco

Other attractions near Playa Santa Cruz

A sandy beach with clear blue water, a red flag, and informational signs.

Chahue Beach

9.0/10 (1,655 reviews)
Play volleyball and soccer on the soft sand of Chahue Bay’s longest beach, a favorite spot among locals and tourists for outdoor recreation.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Playa Santa Cruz?
Playa Santa Cruz is located in Santa María Huatulco. Travellers love the area for its beautiful beaches. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 249 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best hotel to stay close to Playa Santa Cruz?
Adjacent to Playa Santa Cruz, Holiday Inn Huatulco by IHG is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. Other good options close by include Binniguenda Huatulco All Inclusive & Beach Club and Quinta Bella Huatulco.
How many hotels can I expect to find near Playa Santa Cruz?
Expedia has 249 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Playa Santa Cruz.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Playa Santa Cruz, will I receive a refund?
Yes, the majority of hotel bookings are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review the best options available near Playa Santa Cruz.
What can I see and do near Playa Santa Cruz?
You might spend a leisurely day outdoors at El Zócalo and Huatulco National Park. Chahue Beach, La Entrega Beach and Maguey Bay are great spots if you want to spend some time by the water during your stay. At Santa Cruz Bay, Tangolunda Bay and Tangolunda Beach, take some time to really appreciate nature.