Yuu-lee Casa Bendita Huatulco

On Mexico’s sun-soaked Oaxacan coast in Huatulco’s Santa Cruz neighborhood, this budget-friendly small hotel sits steps from Santa Cruz Bay. You’re minutes from La Entrega, Chahue and Violin beaches and within a short drive of Tangolunda — a convenient, family-friendly base for beach days and boat trips.

A compact property with about a dozen rooms, each offering private balconies or patios, air-conditioning and flat-screen TVs. Expect simple, modern décor, daily housekeeping, private bathrooms with complimentary toiletries and hair dryers, plus extras like onsite massages, bike rentals and a tour desk to help plan excursions; babysitting and an airport shuttle are available for a surcharge.

Grab free self-parking, concierge help and a staffed front desk, then unwind on the terrace with bay views. Onsite perks include a restaurant, bar/lounge, coffee shop, 24-hour room service, laundry/dry cleaning and amenities geared to leisure travelers who want easy access to beach life.

A small business center and complimentary wireless internet keep you connected for work or streaming while on the road.

The hotel’s restaurant serves lunch and dinner, with a coffee shop for snacks and 24-hour room service when you want to dine in. Cooked-to-order/full breakfasts are available in the morning for a fee, and excellent local seafood spots — like nearby Don Porfirio Lobster and Steak House — are just a short walk away.