Santa Elena Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Pyramid of the Magician which includes heritage architecture
Uxmal Archaeological Site featuring heritage elements as well as a small group of people
Uxmal Archaeological Site showing heritage elements
Pyramid of the Magician which includes heritage architecture as well as a small group of people
Uxmal Archaeological Site which includes heritage architecture

Where to stay in Santa Elena

Uxmal Archaeological Site which includes heritage elements as well as a couple

Uxmal

Historical sites, archaeological sites and restaurants are some highlights of Uxmal. Make a stop by Pyramid of the Magician or Uxmal Archaeological Site while you're exploring.

Uxmal
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Sayil

Travellers like the museums in Sayil, and Eco Museum of Cacao is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Sayil
The Lodge At Uxmal

The Lodge At Uxmal

4.5 out of 5
In heart of Archeological Park of Uxmal, Highway Merida-Campeche Km78, Santa Elena, YUC
The price is ฿6,937 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
฿6,937
฿8,394 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury lodge in Santa Elena. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Pyramid of the Magician and Nunnery ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (201 reviews)
Lodge in a natural paradise ideal for Uxmal
"The Lodge at Uxmal is a special place just outside the entrance to the archeological site so ideal for staying at to see the sound and light show at night. The room was comfortable and clean with nice bedding and the place is set amongst trees so there are abundant birds and nature all around. Really ..."

Reviewed on 21 Feb 2025

The Lodge At Uxmal
Hotel Mundo Maya Nuevo Uxmal

Hotel Mundo Maya Nuevo Uxmal

3 out of 5
Cam. a San Felipe, Ejido Calkiní y Hda, S/N, Santa Elena, YUC
The price is ฿3,867 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
฿3,867
฿4,678 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Santa Elena. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Governors Palace and House of the Turtles are ...
7.6/10 Good! (4 reviews)
"Excellent Hotel. Love it."

Reviewed on 14 Jun 2025

Hotel Mundo Maya Nuevo Uxmal
Hacienda Uxmal Plantation & Museum

Hacienda Uxmal Plantation & Museum

3.5 out of 5
At the heart of the archaeological park, Santa Elena, YUC
The price is ฿8,006 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
฿8,006
฿9,687 total
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star spa resort in Santa Elena. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
"Beautiful property well situated to lots of attractions (pyramids, planetarium, eco-park/museum) but the restaurant staff ranges from mostly disinterested to somewhat dishonest (pretty obviously did not bring back correct change, helping herself to a very nice tip) and as other travelers have noted ..."

Reviewed on 16 Dec 2024

Hacienda Uxmal Plantation & Museum
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HACIENDA HISTÓRICA Blanca Flor Del Siglo XVI

HACIENDA HISTÓRICA Blanca Flor Del Siglo XVI

3 out of 5
Carretera Mérida - Campeche KM 65.5, Camino Real, Hecelchakan, CAM
Stay at this 3-star villa in Hecelchakan. Enjoy air conditioning and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Iglesia de San Francisco de Asis and Camino Real Archaeological ...
HACIENDA HISTÓRICA Blanca Flor Del Siglo XVI
HACIENDA Blanca Flor CAMPECHE

HACIENDA Blanca Flor CAMPECHE

3 out of 5
Carretera Mérida - Campeche KM 65.5, Camino Real, Hecelchakan, CAM
Stay at this 3-star villa in Hecelchakan. Enjoy air conditioning and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Iglesia de San Francisco de Asis and Camino Real Archaeological ...
HACIENDA Blanca Flor CAMPECHE
HACIENDA Blanca Flor CAMINO REAL

HACIENDA Blanca Flor CAMINO REAL

3 out of 5
Carretera Mérida - Campeche KM 65.5, Camino Real, Hecelchakan, CAM
Stay at this 3-star villa in Hecelchakan. Enjoy air conditioning and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Hecelchakan Plaza and Camino Real Archaeological Museum ...
HACIENDA Blanca Flor CAMINO REAL
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Popular places to visit

Progreso Beach

Progreso Beach

4/5(7 reviews)

Nothing says holiday like spending a lazy day at Progreso Beach, a popular beach in Mérida. Stroll along the area's seaside or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Progreso Beach
Paseo de Montejo which includes night scenes and a monument

Paseo de Montejo

4.5/5(7 reviews)

Walk down this beautiful tree-lined avenue for a little taste of all the things that make Mérida such a charming place to visit.

Paseo de Montejo
Merida Cathedral showing heritage architecture, a church or cathedral and a sunset

Mérida Cathedral

4.5/5(10 reviews)

Visit chapels and survey impressive works of religious art inside this ancient church, an imposing building in the historical center of Merida.

Mérida Cathedral
Yucatan International Convention Center

Yucatan International Convention Center

Learn about the events happening in Yucatan International Convention Center during your trip to Mérida. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.

Yucatan International Convention Center
Celestún Beach

Celestún Beach

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Celestún Beach during your travels in Mérida?

Celestún Beach
Uxmal Archaeological Site which includes heritage elements

Uxmal Archaeological Site

5/5(1 review)

Learn about the local history of Santa Elena with a stop at Uxmal Archaeological Site. While in this relaxing area, you can savour the local chocolate shops and restaurants.

Uxmal Archaeological Site

Things to do

Chichen Pueblos Magicos,Izamal,Valladolid & Chichikan Cenote Day Trip

Chichen Pueblos Magicos,Izamal,Valladolid & Nool Ha Cenote Day Trip

฿1,945
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Chichen Pueblos Magicos,Izamal,Valladolid & Nool Ha Cenote Day Trip
Progreso: Escapatta beach club All-Inclusive Option

Progreso: Escapatta beach club All-Inclusive Option

฿1,218
per adult
Progreso: Escapatta beach club All-Inclusive Option
Mayan Train Adventure Chichen Itza Cenote and Izamal

Mayan Train Adventure Chichen Itza Cenote and Izamal

฿3,212
per adult
Mayan Train Adventure Chichen Itza Cenote and Izamal
Cenote Yuum Kimil

4 Cenotes Tour in Homún all inclusive from Merida

฿2,132
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
4 Cenotes Tour in Homún all inclusive from Merida
Come see one of the seven wonders of the world.

Chichen Itza & 2 Cenote & Valladolid from Playa del Carmen

฿3,731
per adult
Chichen Itza & 2 Cenote & Valladolid from Playa del Carmen
Turibus Panoramic Sightseeing Tour of Merida

Panoramic Sightseeing Tour of Merida

฿242
per adult
Panoramic Sightseeing Tour of Merida
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Cities near Santa Elena

Paseo de Montejo which includes night scenes and a monument

Mérida