Choose a holiday rental for your Santa Elena getaway
Learn about the unique charm of Santa Elena with a stay in a holiday home rental. This city is well-known for its shopping and restaurants. With a holiday rental, you get a home away from home – many rentals offer full kitchens and outdoor grills for some home cooking.
Activities and attractions in Santa Elena
Are you looking for top things to see and do in the city? Venture out of your cosy holiday rental and experience everything that makes Santa Elena a fun place to get away to. These are some of the most popular attractions to explore, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Municipal Spa of Bacalar (12.3 mi / 19.8 km)
- Manatee Sanctuary (15.7 mi / 25.3 km)
- Payo Obispo Zoo (5.6 mi / 9 km)
- Santuario del Manati (6 mi / 9.6 km)
Exploring the natural landscape of Santa Elena
Whether you're looking for exciting outdoor activities or just want to appreciate the scenery, Santa Elena is a great spot to appreciate mother nature. Here are some of the area’s noteworthy sights, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Laguna Milagros (2.8 mi / 4.5 km)
- Cenote Azul (10.7 mi / 17.2 km)
- Cenote Cocalitos (10.9 mi / 17.6 km)
- Cenote Esmeralda (11.3 mi / 18.1 km)
- Laguna Bacalar Ecological Park (13 mi / 21 km)
- Lake Bacalar (19.8 mi / 31.9 km)
Transport options to and around Santa Elena
Fly into Chetumal, Quintana Roo (CTM-Chetumal Intl.), the closest airport, located 4.1 mi (6.5 km) from the city centre. If you're unable to find a flight that fits your schedule, you could book a flight to Corozal (CZH), which is 7.9 mi (12.8 km) away.