Arrecife Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit

Playa Santa Cruz
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Playa Santa Cruz during your trip to Santa María Huatulco? Wander the beautiful beaches in this romantic area.

Tangolunda Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Tangolunda Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Santa María Huatulco. Discover the entertainment venues in this relaxing area or seek out its snorkelling spots.

El Zócalo
Explore the great outdoors at El Zócalo, a lovely green space in Santa María Huatulco. Amble around the area's beaches or visit its shops.
La Bocana Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, La Bocana Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Santa María Huatulco. Discover the entertainment venues in this relaxing area or seek out its snorkelling spots.
Las Parotas Golf Club
Enjoy a round of golf in Santa María Huatulco at Las Parotas Golf Club. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Playa Arrocito
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Playa Arrocito during your trip to Arrocito?
Activities

Coastal Bays Boat Tour with Hotel Transportation

Tour to Copalitilla Magical Waterfalls from Huatulco with admission included

Heavenly Beaches Tour with hotel transportation

La Crucecita: Huatulco Guided City Tour and Sunset Viewing

Local Experience Shopping & Sightseeing Tour

Ocean Eco Adventure with Marine Biologist Guides
Our pick of the best Arrecife Hotel Deals

Rooms M
This place exceeded our expectations. We loved the size of the apartment and the amenities it had. E.g. kitchen was well equipped, hair dryer in the bathroom. Everything was clean and modern, and the bed was very comfortable. The pool was great for cooling off in. The location was great. In walking ...
Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026

Las Brisas Huatulco – All Inclusive
Great place for a family adventure. Not fancy but has everything you need. Lots of games and activities. A solid kids club with kind staff. Food was average but very edible. Beaches are spectacular. The views from the main pool are very impressive. All in all a great place !
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026

Camino Real Zaashila Huatulco
Great pools
Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026

Coral Blue Huatulco All Inclusive
The hotel has 2 beaches but only one is swimmable. That beach has a lot of rock in the water so the swimming area is very small. Restaurant was so busy on gala night we couldn’t find a table and they ran out of plates and cutlery, I ate my dinner with a dessert spoon. They ran out of wine every single ...
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026

Secrets Huatulco Resort & Spa - Adults Only - All Inclusive
Beautiful place, it’s perfect we would go back in a heartbeat
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026

Dreams Huatulco Resort & Spa - All Inclusive
We had an excellent stay at Dreams. The staff were very friendly and went out of their way to be helpful. Our room was super clean and had lovely flowers on the bed each day. So many pools and yummy restaurants. So many fun activities and wonderful tours you can book.
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Arrecife

Sector L
Sector L might not have many top sights, but Chahue Beach and El Zócalo are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Sector R
When in Sector R, you can plan a visit to Chahue Beach and El Zócalo, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Crucecita
You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Crucecita. You might want to make time for a stop at El Zócalo or Mercado Tres de Mayo.

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

Sector N
While Sector N isn't home to many top sights, Chahue Beach and Marina Chahue are some notable places to visit nearby.

Sector O
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Sector O and surrounding area, you can visit Chahue Beach and Playa El Tejón.
