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Our top choices for Playa Santa Cruz hotels

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas.

1. 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, (1,012 reviews)
"Excellent location by marina"
Canada
Stephane
The price is P5,666
P6,743 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 9 - Dec 10
Holiday Inn Huatulco by IHG
A nighttime view of a resort with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and a thatched-roof structure.

2. Mayev Express

Mayev Express
3.0 star property
Crucecita, 1.6 km from Playa Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (131 reviews)
"Very nice and clean room, friendly and efficient staff...great breakfast"
United States
Jose
The price is P4,703
P5,597 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 12 - Nov 13
Mayev Express
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, (166 reviews)
"It’s a great place to stay very convenient and "
United States
Bainy
The price is P3,833
P4,638 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Rooms Huatulco
A covered walkway with a thatched roof, leading to a pool area.

4. 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, (258 reviews)
"Nice, clean, and spacious rooms. Helpful and friendly staff. Quiet hotel and perfectly located - 5 minute walk to the beach and 20 minute walk to downtown. I enjoyed the pool and the hotel’s restaurant. I will stay here again next time I visit Huatulco."
Canada
Alexander
The price is P4,597
P5,470 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Hotel Gran Juquila Huatulco
A resort pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a view of the ocean.

5. Quinta Bella Huatulco

Quinta Bella Huatulco
4.0 star property
Chahue, 1 km from Playa Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,005 reviews)
"Great cleaning of the rooms, the grounds and pool were amazing"
Canada
Donald
The price is P7,532
P8,964 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 11 - Dec 12
Quinta Bella Huatulco
A resort with a pool area, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.

6. 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 P5,535
P6,587 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 11 - Dec 12
Villas Coral Huatulco
A corridor with tiled flooring, two doors, and two windows.

7. 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)
"Good spot close to everyting staff very helpfull and friendly"
United States
Evaristo
The price is P2,175
P2,588 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 12 - Nov 13
HOTEL CASA PALMARES
A swimming pool with a blue-tiled edge, surrounded by buildings with balconies and a staircase leading to an upper level.

8. México Lindo

México Lindo
3.5 star property
Sector R, 0.8 km from Playa Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (245 reviews)
"Everything was exelent"
United States
Ruben
The price is P3,984
P4,741 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 17 - Nov 18
México Lindo
A pool area with lounge chairs, a table, and a potted plant.

9. 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 P3,885
P4,623 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 12 - Nov 13
Hotel Arenas del Pacífico
A poolside area with a hammock, chairs, and terracotta pots.

10. 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 P4,772
P5,678 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 25 - Nov 26
Casa Origen Huatulco
A hotel with multiple floors, a swimming pool, and a beach.

11. 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 P13,903
P16,544 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 12 - Nov 13
Nirú Ocean Suites by Binniguenda
A coastal marina with multiple boats docked, a large cruise ship, and surrounding lush greenery.

12. 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 P3,823
P4,549 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 25 - Nov 26
Casa Danna Huatulco
A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a view of a cruise ship and pier.

13. 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 P7,338
P15,205 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 10 - Dec 11
Suites La Playa
A swimming pool area with a sign for HOTEL XeStal.

14. Hotel Xestal

Hotel Xestal
2.5 star property
Sector R, 1 km from Playa Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (169 reviews)
"Great stay, friendly staff! We really enjoyed our stay."
United States
Joshua
The price is P3,498
P4,163 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Hotel Xestal
An indoor restaurant with wooden floors, thatched ceiling, and multiple seating areas.

15. 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 P5,080
P6,046 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 12 - Nov 13
Best Western Posada Chahue
A hotel room with two beds, a ceiling fan, an air conditioning unit, a TV, and a sliding door leading to a balcony.

16. 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, (158 reviews)
"Is location is perfect you have shops and restaurants at walking distance"
United States
Norma
The price is P2,628
P3,128 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 12 - Nov 13
Mi Querida Maribel Hotel
A bamboo structure with a sign reading "NIRU" surrounded by lush greenery and a wooden staircase.

17. 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, (1,005 reviews)
"The room was very clean and so was the hotel. I would go back if I ever go back to Huatulco."
United States
Elsa Ivonne
The price is P10,499
P12,494 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Binniguenda Huatulco All Inclusive & Beach Club
An indoor garden with lush greenery, a wooden bridge, and a stone wall.

18. Hotel Casa Lasibe Café

Hotel Casa Lasibe Café
3.0 star property
Santa Cruz, 0.6 km from Playa Santa Cruz
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (6 reviews)
"STAFF, LOCATION AND CLEAN ROOM AND AEREAS EXECELENT"
United States
VICTOR
The price is P3,410
P4,058 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 10 - Dec 11
Hotel Casa Lasibe Café
A nighttime view of a hotel pool with clear reflections, palm trees, and a building with arched windows and warm lighting.

19. Hotel Alikar Huatulco

Hotel Alikar Huatulco
3.0 star property
Sector R, 1 km from Playa Santa Cruz
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (254 reviews)
"Wonderful staff made my stay very comfortable. Very convenient location as well."
Canada
Lee Anne
The price is P4,822
P5,738 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Hotel Alikar Huatulco
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, marble flooring, and multiple seating areas.

20. Hotel Galería del Ángel

Hotel Galería del Ángel
3.0 star property
Sector R, 1 km from Playa Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (149 reviews)
"Nice small hotel in la crucecita"
Canada
MARCO ANTONIO
The price is P3,031
P3,606 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Hotel Galería del Ángel
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Compare top hotels near Playa Santa Cruz

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas.

Holiday Inn Huatulco by IHG

3.5 star property
Santa Cruz, 0.3 km from Playa Santa Cruz
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A nighttime view of a resort with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and a thatched-roof structure.

Mayev Express

3.0 star property
Crucecita, 1.6 km from Playa Santa Cruz
View
A pool area with lounge chairs, a small table, and steps leading to a pool.

Rooms Huatulco

3.0 star property
Crucecita, 1.9 km from Playa Santa Cruz
View
A covered walkway with a thatched roof, leading to a pool area.

Hotel Gran Juquila Huatulco

3.0 star property
Chahue, 0.9 km from Playa Santa Cruz
View
A resort pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a view of the ocean.

Quinta Bella Huatulco

4.0 star property
Chahue, 1 km from Playa Santa Cruz
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9.2
Wonderful
1,012 reviews
9.2
Wonderful
131 reviews
9.2
Wonderful
166 reviews
9.0
Wonderful
258 reviews
9.0
Wonderful
1,005 reviews
The price is P5,666
P6,743 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 9 - Dec 10
The price is P4,703
P5,597 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 12 - Nov 13
The price is P3,833
P4,638 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
The price is P4,597
P5,470 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
The price is P7,532
P8,964 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 11 - Dec 12
  • No Breakfast included
  • Yes, Pool
  • No Spa
  • Yes, Pet-friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking
  • Yes, Breakfast included
  • Yes, Pool
  • No Spa
  • No Pet-friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking
  • No Breakfast included
  • Yes, Pool
  • No Spa
  • No Pet-friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • No Parking
  • No Breakfast included
  • Yes, Pool
  • Yes, Spa
  • No Pet-friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking
  • No Breakfast included
  • Yes, Pool
  • Yes, Spa
  • No Pet-friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • No Parking

Hotels recommended for families near Playa Santa Cruz

A hotel with multiple floors, a swimming pool, and a beach.

Nirú Ocean Suites by Binniguenda

Nirú Ocean Suites by Binniguenda
4.0 star property
Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (178)
The price is P13,903
P16,544 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 12 - Nov 13
Nirú Ocean Suites by Binniguenda

Top Playa Santa Cruz Hotel Reviews

Barceló Huatulco - All Inclusive

Barceló Huatulco - All Inclusive

10/10 Excellent
"The buffet was excellent. Really fresh and good variety. Also enjoyed the Mexican restaurant. The concerts every night were amazing. We also enjoyed the location. Our room was ground floor a few steps from the beach, it was a wonderful experience and would highly recommend it"
Annette 4-night trip
Posted 9 hours ago
Barceló Huatulco - All Inclusive

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. Travelers love the area for its beautiful beaches. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 249 hotels and other accommodations 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 traveler 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 accommodations 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! You'll find that most room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the top deals on offer 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.