Santa Elena

Travel Guide

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

Where to stay in Santa Elena

Uxmal Archaeological Site showing heritage elements as well as a couple

Uxmal

Historic 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
S i t i M a y a A n c o r a N a s c o s t i.

Sayil

Travelers 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 ₩175,153 per night from Sep 21 to Sep 22
₩175,153
₩211,935 total
Sep 21 - Sep 22
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury lodge in Santa Elena. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Pyramid of the Magician and Nunnery ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (203 reviews)
"Un lugar fenomenal, mágico y espiritual ! El personal muy amables, la atención fue extraordinaria inolvidable. Sin duda alguna deseamos visitar pronto nuevamente ese hermoso lugar con su gente atentos cordiales."

Reviewed on Sep 14, 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 ₩144,648 per night from Sep 21 to Sep 22
₩144,648
₩175,024 total
Sep 21 - Sep 22
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Santa Elena. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Governors Palace and House of the Turtles are ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (7 reviews)
"Excellent Hotel. Love it."

Reviewed on Jun 14, 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 ₩269,026 per night from Sep 21 to Sep 22
₩269,026
₩325,521 total
Sep 21 - Sep 22
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star spa resort in Santa Elena. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our 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 Dec 16, 2024

Hacienda Uxmal Plantation & Museum
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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 Camino Real Archaeological Museum and Hecelchakan Plaza ...
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 Camino Real Archaeological Museum and Hecelchakan Plaza ...
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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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Popular places to visit

Progreso Beach

Progreso Beach

Nothing says vacation 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 showing a monument and night scenes

Paseo de Montejo

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

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 at 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
A tour to the Flamingos of Celestún It's a very popular spot and absurdly it's cheaper if you're 6 people or more than if you're alone. So make sure to find other people before

Celestún Beach

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Celestún Beach during your travels in Mérida?

Celestún Beach
Uxmal Archaeological Site featuring heritage elements

Uxmal Archaeological Site

Learn about the local history of Santa Elena when you take a trip to Uxmal Archaeological Site. While in this relaxing area, you can savor the local chocolate shops and restaurants.

Uxmal Archaeological Site

Cities near Santa Elena

Paseo de Montejo showing a monument and night scenes

Mérida

Calkini

Calkini

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