San Martin Travel Guide
San Cristóbal de las Casas
Popular places to visit
San Cristóbal de las Casas Cathedral
In the heart of the historic center, discover a colorful cathedral and one of the most significant buildings of this traditional Mexican city.
Mesoamerican Museum of Jade
Understand the importance that jade held in ancient Mesoamerican cultures at this fascinating museum, where you will find replica masks and jewelry.
Santo Domingo Handicraft Market
Spend a delightful morning perusing the myriad colorful stalls at the city’s famous outdoor crafts market. Buy some souvenirs to take home.
Ex-Convent of Santo Domingo
With its spectacular ornamental church, two museums showing beautiful Mayan textiles and a bustling market, this spot in Chiapas is quite popular.
Plaza 31 de Marzo
Join locals at the city’s main square where evening music, leafy trees and a plethora of impressive colonial buildings await.
Arches of Carmen
Stand in the peaceful square and appreciate the beauty and unique architecture of this impressive colonial tower, which belongs to the adjacent church.
Things to do
San Juan Chamula and Zinacantán Indigenous Communities
Rancho Nuevo Caves and Arcotete Ecotourism Center
San Cristobal: Sumidero Canyon, Chiapa de Corzo, & Miradores
Indigenous Peoples Zincantán and San Juan Chamula
Sumidero Canyon and Chiapa de Corzo Tour Compartido
Top hotels in San Martin
Hotel Sombra del Agua
"clean, comfortable bed/rood, hot water, friendly staff, great location short walk to main square, restaurant food/menu = fabulous, sister spa was great! we would definitely consider staying here again!!!"
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Hotel Cielo y Selva, San Cristobal de las Casas
"Is a great place to stay"
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Hotel Ciudad Real Centro Histórico
"Great location. Just a short walk to a number of excellent dining options and right across the street from the park."
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Hotel Mukul Na
"Muy limpio y excelente ubicación"
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Hotel Hacienda Don Juan
Hotel Rocaval
"Good place to stay, they are doing some renovations , A/C maybe only not fully working but overall quite good place"
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Where to stay in San Martin
Zona Centro
Unique features of Zona Centro include the museums and gardens. Make a stop by Plaza 31 de Marzo or Mesoamerican Museum of Jade while you're exploring the area.
Santa Lucía
If you're spending some time in Santa Lucía, Santo Domingo Handicraft Market and Arches of Carmen are top sights worth seeing.
Barrio de Guadalupe
While Barrio de Guadalupe may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Na Bolom Cultural Museum and Santo Domingo Handicraft Market.
Barrio de La Merced
While visiting Barrio de La Merced, you might make a stop by sights like Amber Museum of Chiapas and Regional Costume Museum.
Barrio del Cerrillo
If you're spending some time in Barrio del Cerrillo, Na Bolom Cultural Museum and Ex-Convent of Santo Domingo are top sights worth seeing.
