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Where to stay in Huatulco depends on whether you want an all-inclusive on Tangolunda, a marina base in Santa Cruz, or a cheap room in La Crucecita. The three areas sit within a 20-minute drive of each other, and taxis between them cost MX$40 to MX$80. Rates peak from mid-December through Easter and drop in the May and November shoulder months. See our Huatulco neighborhoods guide for the full geography, then use the hotel picks below.
Where to Stay in Huatulco: Tangolunda Bay
Tangolunda is the luxury strip, a horseshoe bay lined with the big resorts and the calmest swimming water in town, which sits at 28-30°C (82-86°F) in the dry season, as detailed in our Huatulco weather by month guide. You stay here for a self-contained beach holiday, not for local life. All three picks below sit directly on the bay.
Suggested Hotels in Tangolunda
Las Brisas Huatulco
Las Brisas Huatulco sprawls across a hillside above Tangolunda Bay with 494 rooms, three pools, and a private beach club, its tiered white architecture the most recognizable silhouette on the bay. Best for couples and families who want a full-service resort with direct beach access. Check rates and availability
Dreams Huatulco Resort & Spa
Dreams Huatulco Resort & Spa runs a family-friendly all-inclusive on Tangolunda Bay with six restaurants, a full spa, and rooms that all face the ocean or garden. Best for families who want meals and activities bundled into one rate. Check rates and availability
Barcelo Huatulco
Barcelo Huatulco is an all-inclusive at the western end of Tangolunda Bay with a children’s club, several pools, and a long stretch of beach. Best for budget-conscious travelers who still want a resort setup on the bay. Check rates and availability
Where to Stay in Huatulco: Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz is the marina and cruise area, the launch point for bay tours and fishing charters. It has the most practical location in Huatulco if you plan boat trips every day, and its beach is small but swimmable. For festival timing around a visit, see our Huatulco events and festivals page.
Suggested Hotels in Santa Cruz
Camino Real Zaashila Huatulco
Camino Real Zaashila Huatulco sits on its own private beach between Santa Cruz and Tangolunda, with a large pool, water sports, and a quieter low-rise layout than the big all-inclusives. Best for couples and swimmers who want a private stretch of sand. Check rates and availability
Hotel Santa Cruz Huatulco
Hotel Santa Cruz Huatulco is a mid-range hotel about 600m from Santa Cruz beach with a pool, sun terrace, and a business center. Best for travelers who want a simple, well-located base near the marina and cruise docks. Check rates and availability
Real Marina Blue
Real Marina Blue is an apartment-style property about 600m from Santa Cruz beach and 1.5km from La Crucecita, with kitchens in many units and a pool. Best for families and longer stays who want self-catering space near the marina. Check rates and availability
Where to Stay in Huatulco: La Crucecita
La Crucecita is the town center, about 1km inland, where the cheap restaurants, market, and bus station live. You trade beach access for lower prices and the ability to walk to dinner, and the bay at Chahue is a short taxi or colectivo away. For transport and money specifics, see the Huatulco travel tips page.
Suggested Hotels in La Crucecita
Hotel Huatulco Maxico
Hotel Huatulco Maxico is a comfortable mid-range hotel with a pool and garden near Santa Cruz, a short walk from the beach and La Crucecita. Best for travelers who want a clean, central base without resort prices. Check rates and availability
Villablanca Huatulco
Villablanca Huatulco offers simple air-conditioned rooms with a pool and garden a short walk from La Crucecita’s main plaza. Best for budget travelers who want to be in the center of town. Check rates and availability
Hotel Maria Mixteca
Hotel Maria Mixteca is a well-reviewed budget hotel about 2km from Huatulco beach, with a terrace, bar, and an on-site restaurant serving Oaxacan food. Best for solo travelers and backpackers who want location over frills. Check rates and availability
For a broader look at the town before you book, read our things to do in Huatulco list and the best time to visit Huatulco guide to match your hotel to the season.
