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A modern room with a dining table set for two, a sofa, a desk with a laptop, and a TV displaying a pool view.
A modern kitchen with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and pendant lighting.
A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a TV mounted on the wall, and a window with curtains.
A rooftop pool area with a small pool, lounge chairs, and a stone wall.

1. Rooms M

Rooms M
Arrecife, 1.5 km from Playa Santa Cruz
Mexico
Cris
RM183
RM222 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Sept - 23 Sept
Rooms M
A pool area with lounge chairs, a small table, and steps leading to a pool.
An outdoor patio with a pergola, seating area, and a view of a red building and trees.
A modern living room with a sofa, a dining table, and a TV mounted on the wall.
A kitchen with a microwave, toaster, blender, and a sink. There are also fruits and a sign that says "BE HAPPY".

2. Rooms Huatulco

Rooms Huatulco
Crucecita, 1.9 km from Playa Santa Cruz
United States
Bainy
RM199
RM241 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Rooms Huatulco
A balcony with wicker furniture, overlooking a marina with boats and a hilly backdrop.
A children's play area with colorful toys and a mural on the wall.
A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and TV.
A compact room with a small refrigerator, a wooden table, and two chairs.

3. Holiday Inn Huatulco by IHG

Holiday Inn Huatulco by IHG
Santa Cruz, 0.3 km from Playa Santa Cruz
United States
Antonia
RM365
RM434 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Holiday Inn Huatulco by IHG
A swimming pool with a blue-tiled edge, surrounded by buildings with balconies and a staircase leading to an upper level.
A pathway leading to a building with a covered outdoor seating area, surrounded by lush greenery and flowering plants.
A building with a white facade, large windows, and a red-tiled entrance canopy.
An outdoor cafe with white chairs and tables under a red canopy, with a view of a park and a sign for 'TANOLANDA ZONA HOTELERA CORPALITA'.

4. México Lindo

México Lindo
Sector R, 0.8 km from Playa Santa Cruz
United States
Ruben
RM234
RM279 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Sept - 23 Sept
México Lindo
A nighttime view of a resort with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and a thatched-roof structure.
A reception area with a granite counter, a television mounted on a brick wall, and a framed menu on the wall.
A hotel room with a large bed, a TV mounted on the wall, and a window with curtains.
A restaurant with outdoor seating, a thatched roof, and a kitchen visible in the background.

5. Mayev Express

Mayev Express
Crucecita, 1.6 km from Playa Santa Cruz
United States
Jose
RM320
RM381 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Sept - 16 Sept
Mayev Express
A poolside area with lounge chairs and a view of the ocean.
A hotel room with a bed, a table, and chairs, a balcony with a view of the sea and greenery.
A modern room with a large window, a wooden floor, a jacuzzi, and a seating area.
A resort with multiple buildings, including a large hotel with a red roof, surrounded by lush greenery and a view of the ocean.

6. Princess Mayev Hotel

Princess Mayev Hotel
Chahue, 0.8 km from Playa Santa Cruz
United States
Palmira
RM468
RM557 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Sept - 19 Sept
Princess Mayev Hotel
A resort pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a view of the ocean.
A room with a bed, a chair, and a view of the sea.
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a thatched roof, and a view of the sea.
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a view of the sea, and a covered walkway.

7. Quinta Bella Huatulco

Quinta Bella Huatulco
Chahue, 1 km from Playa Santa Cruz
United States
Ricardo
RM467
RM556 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Quinta Bella Huatulco
A hotel with multiple floors, a swimming pool, and a beach.
A spacious indoor dining area with wooden flooring and green chairs, featuring a thatched roof and multiple tables.
A balcony with two chairs and a table, overlooking a beach and a coastal town.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a ceiling fan, a nightstand with a lamp, a view of a swimming pool through a glass door, and a chair by the pool.

8. Nirú Ocean Suites by Binniguenda

Nirú Ocean Suites by Binniguenda
Santa Cruz, < 0.1 km from Playa Santa Cruz
United States
Antonio
RM1,132
RM1,347 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Nirú Ocean Suites by Binniguenda
A covered walkway with a thatched roof, leading to a pool area.
A pool area with lounge chairs, a thatched umbrella, and a water fountain.
A beach at sunset with a rocky shoreline and a few people walking.
A breakfast table with a coffee cup, a juice glass, a box, and pancakes with berries and whipped cream.

9. Hotel Gran Juquila Huatulco

Hotel Gran Juquila Huatulco
Chahue, 0.9 km from Playa Santa Cruz
United States
Carmen
RM247
RM294 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Sept - 12 Sept
Hotel Gran Juquila Huatulco
A resort with a pool area, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.
A balcony with a view of the ocean, white chairs, and a textured wall.
A resort with multiple buildings, a swimming pool, and lush greenery.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a TV, and a balcony with a view.

10. Villas Coral Huatulco

Villas Coral Huatulco
Arrocito, 3.2 km from Playa Santa Cruz
United States
Luis
RM285
RM340 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Sept - 18 Sept
Villas Coral Huatulco
A kitchen with a wooden table and stools, a window, and a potted plant.
A hotel room with two beds, a balcony, a ceiling fan, and a red wall.
A staircase with metal railings, a tiled floor, and potted plants along the wall.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a countertop, a sink, and a window.

11. HOTEL CASA PALMARES

HOTEL CASA PALMARES
Crucecita, 1.8 km from Playa Santa Cruz
United States
Lilia
RM157
RM186 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
HOTEL CASA PALMARES
A poolside area with a hammock, chairs, and terracotta pots.
A modern building with a black metal gate, a stone wall, and a small plant.
A bedroom with a bed, two chairs, a table with a bottle and glasses, and an air conditioner.
A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a desk, a mirror, and a sofa.

12. Casa Origen Huatulco

Casa Origen Huatulco
Crucecita, 1.1 km from Playa Santa Cruz
United States
Joseph Van
RM340
RM405 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Sept - 12 Sept
Casa Origen Huatulco
A beach with rows of sun loungers and umbrellas, a clear blue sea, and a forested hill in the background.
A cozy living room with a pink sofa, two wooden tables, a lamp, and a door with glass panels.
A hotel entrance with a sign reading "Hotel Villablanca," surrounded by potted plants and palm trees.
An indoor dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a pool with a tropical garden view, and a ceiling with wooden beams and recessed lighting.

13. Hotel Villa Blanca Huatulco

Hotel Villa Blanca Huatulco
Sector R, 1.1 km from Playa Santa Cruz
United States
Francisco
RM413
RM491 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Sept - 18 Sept
Hotel Villa Blanca Huatulco
A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a view of a cruise ship and pier.
A coastal area with a pier extending into the water, surrounded by boats and buildings.
A coastal area with a beach, clear blue waters, and lush green hills.
A modern living room with a black sofa, patterned chairs, a coffee table, and a view of a cruise ship through large windows.

14. Suites La Playa

Suites La Playa
Santa Cruz, 0.2 km from Playa Santa Cruz
United States
Luis
RM521
RM1,080 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Suites La Playa
An indoor restaurant with wooden floors, thatched ceiling, and multiple seating areas.
A swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by lush green foliage. In the background, there is a building with a restaurant bar sign.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a balcony with a view of trees and buildings.
A pathway leading to a building with a modern design, surrounded by lush greenery and a large palm tree.

15. Best Western Posada Chahue

Best Western Posada Chahue
Sector R, 1.2 km from Playa Santa Cruz
Canada
Keith
RM367
RM437 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Best Western Posada Chahue
A coastal marina with multiple boats docked, a large cruise ship, and surrounding lush greenery.
A buffet with various food options, including fruits, vegetables, and a flower centerpiece.
An aerial view of a coastal area with a beach, a small settlement with buildings, and a bridge in the distance.

16. Casa Danna Huatulco

Casa Danna Huatulco
Chahue, 1.2 km from Playa Santa Cruz
United States
Edalisbeth
RM343
RM409 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Sept - 12 Sept
Casa Danna Huatulco
A bamboo structure with a sign reading "NIRU" surrounded by lush greenery and a wooden staircase.
A seaside resort with outdoor seating and umbrellas, overlooking a clear blue sea and a forested hillside.
A spacious living area with a grey sofa, a dining table, and a kitchen area visible through an open door.
A hot tub in a sunlit outdoor area with a wooden deck, a hanging chair, and a glass door leading to a bathroom.

17. Binniguenda Huatulco All Inclusive & Beach Club

Binniguenda Huatulco All Inclusive & Beach Club
Santa Cruz, 0.5 km from Playa Santa Cruz
Mexico
Israel
RM675
RM804 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Sept - 18 Sept
Binniguenda Huatulco All Inclusive & Beach Club
A hotel room with two beds, a ceiling fan, an air conditioning unit, a TV, and a sliding door leading to a balcony.
A hallway with wooden doors, a chair, and a small table.
A modern reception area with a white desk, a laptop, wicker chairs, and a staircase in the background.
A cityscape at night with a well-lit street, palm trees, and modern buildings.

18. Mi Querida Maribel Hotel

Mi Querida Maribel Hotel
Crucecita, 1.8 km from Playa Santa Cruz
United States
Norma
RM166
RM197 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Sept - 12 Sept
Mi Querida Maribel Hotel
A swimming pool with a stone feature and a wall with the text "Arenas Del Pacifico Hotel".
A reception area with a 'WELCOME' sign above a window, wicker chairs, a small round table, and potted plants.
A room with a wooden bench, a chair, and a table with a plant. There are two large vases and a painting of a coastal scene on the wall.
A reception area with a wooden counter, framed pictures, and a wall-mounted sign.

19. Hotel Arenas del Pacífico

Hotel Arenas del Pacífico
Crucecita, 1.5 km from Playa Santa Cruz
Canada
Rebecca
RM258
RM307 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Hotel Arenas del Pacífico
A swimming pool area with a sign for HOTEL XeStal.
A hotel with a central entrance, multiple balconies, and a sign indicating it is a hotel.
A bed with a decorative towel arrangement featuring a swan and flowers, a striped bedspread, and a headboard with a floral pattern.
A hotel corridor with a stone floor, green metal railings, and a view of the sky through the ceiling.

20. Hotel Xestal

Hotel Xestal
Sector R, 1 km from Playa Santa Cruz
United States
Joshua
RM227
RM270 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Hotel Xestal
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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
9.6
Exceptional
53 reviews
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A pool area with lounge chairs, a small table, and steps leading to a pool.
Rooms Huatulco
9.4
Exceptional
161 reviews
View
A balcony with wicker furniture, overlooking a marina with boats and a hilly backdrop.
Holiday Inn Huatulco by IHG
9.2
Wonderful
1,002 reviews
View
A swimming pool with a blue-tiled edge, surrounded by buildings with balconies and a staircase leading to an upper level.
México Lindo
9.2
Wonderful
241 reviews
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A nighttime view of a resort with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and a thatched-roof structure.
Mayev Express
9.2
Wonderful
129 reviews
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Top Playa Santa Cruz Hotel Reviews

Binniguenda Huatulco All Inclusive & Beach Club

Binniguenda Huatulco All Inclusive & Beach Club

10/10 Excellent
"👍👌🙏"
Jose Antonio Maqueda 3-night trip
Posted 7 days ago
Binniguenda Huatulco All Inclusive & Beach Club
Hotel Santa Cruz Huatulco

Hotel Santa Cruz Huatulco

8/10 Good
"You need to take own shampoo and conditioner as what was provided is general 1 use soap. There were no wash cloths."
Laura 2-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
Hotel Santa Cruz Huatulco
Suites La Playa

Suites La Playa

10/10 Excellent
"Great location and seamless experience!"
Daniel 5-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
Suites La Playa
Hotel D Abril

Hotel D Abril

8/10 Good
"Todo ok por el costo, durante la estancia"
Javier 2-night trip
Posted 2 months ago
Hotel D Abril
Yuu-lee Casa Bendita Huatulco

Yuu-lee Casa Bendita Huatulco

8/10 Good
"This is a small, modest but well located hotel. The staff were extremely helpful, very friendly and the restaurant was well priced and very tasty."
Kyla 3-night trip
Posted 2 months ago
Yuu-lee Casa Bendita Huatulco
Hotel UNNU

Hotel UNNU

8/10 Good
"Pleasant, clean room with balcony and view of the beach, which is excellent for swimming. Good restaurants nearby too!"
Shawna 2-night trip
Posted 7 months ago
Hotel UNNU
Canadian Resorts Huatulco

Canadian Resorts Huatulco

10/10 Excellent
"The location and price are amazing so you get what you pay for. The staff are friendly, but the hotel desperately needs updates. Beds are firm (and one in our room that should be replaced), but this is typical in Mexico. No SDB is in the room. Lots of drawer and closet space for clothes."
Bonnie 18-night trip
Posted 7 months ago
Canadian Resorts 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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A beach with clear turquoise water, several boats, and thatched-roof huts in the background.

La Entrega Beach

9.2/10 (2,059 reviews)
Relax on the golden sand or discover a colorful world of underwater creatures and coral at this scenic beach, known as Huatulco’s natural aquarium.
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A marina with several yachts docked at the pier.

Marina Chahue

8.8/10 (462 reviews)
Spot luxury yachts at this tranquil marina, which is a gateway to the picturesque beaches, bays and coves situated along Huatulco’s attractive Bahías de Huatulco.
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A red pavilion with steps leading up to it, surrounded by palm trees and greenery.

El Zócalo

9.2/10 (202 reviews)
After visiting El Zócalo, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Santa María Huatulco. Amble around the area's beaches or visit its shops.
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Playa Yerbabuena

8.0/10 (1 review)
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Playa Yerbabuena during your trip to Santa María Huatulco? Wander the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.
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Violin Beach

9.0/10 (322 reviews)
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Violin Beach during your travels in Santa María Huatulco? Discover the entertainment venues in this relaxing area or seek out its snorkelling spots.
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Mercado Tres de Mayo

8.6/10 (35 reviews)
You can do some window-shopping at Mercado Tres de Mayo during your stay in Santa María Huatulco. Stroll along the beaches or visit the shops while you're in the area.
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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 246 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, Nirú Ocean Suites by Binniguenda is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers 2 outdoor pools and 2 restaurants. 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 246 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.