Santa Cruz Penthouse, located in the best part of Huatulco. Beach 5 min walk!!
4.7
Outstanding(28 Reviews)Apartment in State of Oaxaca
9 guests · 5 bedrooms · 3 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Includes essentialsKitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner, Internet / Wifi and more
About this apartment rental
Enjoy your time in Huatulco and avoid the crowds in the hotels, rent your own private apartment!
We are centrally located in Santa Cruz, the best and most convenient part of Huatulco to base yourself! Its a quick 5 minute walk to Santa Cruz beach where you can swim in the calm protected bay, enjoy beverages at one of the many restaurants or rent a kayak or paddle board to explore the bay. If you choose - you can go snorkeling or just relax on the sand on the numerous other nearby beaches they are a short and inexpensive taxi ride away.
The Penthouse apartment is over 2000 sq ft, plenty of space to for everyone to relax with extra high ceilings and plenty of natural light. It has 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2 living rooms (1 with a pullout couch), 4 outdoor terraces (2 large and 2 small), a fully equipped kitchen and laundry room.
**In 2023 we upgraded the internet to high speed Starlink internet. No more slow WIFI or outages that typical in the area**
Located on the top floor of a 3 level building, It has high ceilings and good air flow that keep the apartment cool. Each bedroom has a ceiling fan & air conditioning if you need to cool off. Please not the living room and dining room area is cooled by ceiling fans and does not have AC.
There are numerous beach clubs with pool access within a 10 min walk of the building that fit a variety of budgets. If you prefer the pool to the ocean you have the best of both worlds!
Huatulco is in the border of Sierra Madre mountains and has 9 bays and 32 pristine beaches. It is a relaxed destination, with a focus on sustainability and environmentally friendly practices. In 2005, Huatulco was the first community in the Americas to be awarded the Green Globe International Certification as a sustainable tourist area.
To get to Huatulco:
From Canada
in the winter season there are many direct & charter flights from Canada; WestJet, Air Canda, Air-Transat, are a few companies operating these. seasonal routes.
From within Mexico
It's a 1 hour flight from Mexico City, options include Volaris, Vivaaerobus, Magnicharters and Aeromexico. Tijuana & Monterrey also have direct flights to Huatulco.
From the US
There are direct flights from Dallas on American Airlines as well as season routes from Chicago on Volaris Airlines.
From the airport to the house it is a 20 min taxi ride.
We are centrally located in Santa Cruz, the best and most convenient part of Huatulco to base yourself! Its a quick 5 minute walk to Santa Cruz beach where you can swim in the calm protected bay, enjoy beverages at one of the many restaurants or rent a kayak or paddle board to explore the bay. If you choose - you can go snorkeling or just relax on the sand on the numerous other nearby beaches they are a short and inexpensive taxi ride away.
The Penthouse apartment is over 2000 sq ft, plenty of space to for everyone to relax with extra high ceilings and plenty of natural light. It has 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2 living rooms (1 with a pullout couch), 4 outdoor terraces (2 large and 2 small), a fully equipped kitchen and laundry room.
**In 2023 we upgraded the internet to high speed Starlink internet. No more slow WIFI or outages that typical in the area**
Located on the top floor of a 3 level building, It has high ceilings and good air flow that keep the apartment cool. Each bedroom has a ceiling fan & air conditioning if you need to cool off. Please not the living room and dining room area is cooled by ceiling fans and does not have AC.
There are numerous beach clubs with pool access within a 10 min walk of the building that fit a variety of budgets. If you prefer the pool to the ocean you have the best of both worlds!
Huatulco is in the border of Sierra Madre mountains and has 9 bays and 32 pristine beaches. It is a relaxed destination, with a focus on sustainability and environmentally friendly practices. In 2005, Huatulco was the first community in the Americas to be awarded the Green Globe International Certification as a sustainable tourist area.
To get to Huatulco:
From Canada
in the winter season there are many direct & charter flights from Canada; WestJet, Air Canda, Air-Transat, are a few companies operating these. seasonal routes.
From within Mexico
It's a 1 hour flight from Mexico City, options include Volaris, Vivaaerobus, Magnicharters and Aeromexico. Tijuana & Monterrey also have direct flights to Huatulco.
From the US
There are direct flights from Dallas on American Airlines as well as season routes from Chicago on Volaris Airlines.
From the airport to the house it is a 20 min taxi ride.
Amenities
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Hot tub or spa
TV
Map of State of Oaxaca
Reviews
4.7
Outstanding(28 Reviews)4.7
This property was in a great location & had a lot of food options around us.
4.7
Excellent accommodations. Lots of different spaces for everyone. Multiple balconies. AC works really well in each room. 3 flights of winding staircase but it’s part of the charm. Norma responds quickly to any concerns. We would stay again.
4.7
What a wonderful place! Large, airy beautiful apartment perfect for our family of 6. Super close to everything - the beach, shops, amazing street food vendors plus an amazing little taco right below. We cooked some great meals in the big kitchen.
Norma was always available via email to answers questions, make suggestions and provide anything that was needed.
Santa Cruz was great and felt very safe, our 3 teens were out and about on their own with no problems.
We rented a car for exploring and parked on the street with no issue.
Just a note that you are in the middle of town and the nighttime party buses can be pretty loud!
We loved this place and would return without question.
4.7
Chris met us as we arrived, couldn't have been an easier or quicker check in process. Thx place is a gorgeous, authentically Mexican styled, open concept, private, breezy, nice lighting options, AC, excellent WiFi (though, who cares?!), bird song when you wake, sounds of nightlife (not very late), excellent proximity to the ocean, to the Chedraui,to townships, to other beaches with brilliant opportunities for snorkeling, scuba diving (Anfibios), swimming, paddleboarding.... loved every minute. Hated to leave. Excellent hosts, excellent abode. Can't say enough. Go enjoy!!!
4.7
Property is spacious and as described. Plenty of space for two families of three. Within walking distances of area resources and town center. Heat made us use local taxi. Norma and Chris were quick to respond to any issues we had. They even assisted with search for medical supplies; facilitating a amazon purchase and delivery. It went above and beyond support for vacation. Unfortunately, trip overlapped ‘Carnaval’, first since COVID. Although we witnessed unanticipated rich local customs and practices, we were also intimately exposed to five days of little sleep. Third floor view of grounds with Music & Barkers, concerts and celebrants) was challenging. Chris and Norma were apologetic about unanticipated scope of events. No information was available online . We would suggest avoiding property, unless planning to attend the events. Wifi speeds for Remote work was not available available. Desk space was not ideal. Overall we would recommend, property, hosts were wonderful.
4.7
Outstanding locale for us - family of 6 adults. Loved the bird-filled park/square across the street, and 1/2 hr walk to La Crucecita. So many semi (and totally) deserted gorgeous beaches within relatively short drives and hikes. The apartment is great, albeit a serious challenge for the mobility impaired. Comfortable beds, great amenities and great communication w Chris/Norma. Pretty noisy at night, although this may be reflective of Christmas holiday. In a word - fabulous! Would definitely return.
4.7
Place is walking distance to pretty much anything, and owner responded quickly to our inquires/needs.
Definitely we would stay there again.
4.7
From first contact with the fabulous host Norma to our check out- this place did not disappoint!
The location was excellent!
The penthouse was spacious clean and comfy. There was nothing that we needed that wasn’t in the unit.
Can’t say enough great things about this place or the host!!
4.7
The apartment is centrally located near shops, restaurants, beach, marina, and there's a taxi stand right around the corner. The place is big and comfortable. Norma was a great host. We would definitely stay there again.
4.7
Our host Norma was available to us for every query and help. The location was perfect and the spacious size with four bedrooms was just what we needed for our family get away. As the penthouse is old and authentic Mexican, some updates will be required but we were comfortable and happy.
4.7
Location, spacious, authentic Mexico
Our host Norma was available to us for every query and help. The location was perfect and the spacious size with four bedrooms was just what we needed for our family get away. As the penthouse is old and authentic Mexican, some updates will be required but we were comfortable and happy.
4.7
The condo is huge and capable of sleeping 8 -10 people. It's on the third floor of a mixed use building in Santa Cruz. The condo is dated but has everything you need.
Access can be a challenge as there is no lift and you must navigate a very tight circular staircase to get to the unit. There are not really any views as the other buildings block any sight lines save a few.
The TV and internet were a constant issue. Many hours were spent without either as the service (?) in the area is so poor. The host did hire a service tech to stop by and fix but there really was no fix. Internet in other nearby locations was better (eg. Holiday Inn lobby next door). This was the biggest problem we had.
The hot water was broken for 10 days of our visit but the host got it fixed as fast as possible (10 days).
The neighbourhood people were pleasant and helpful. Area can be noisy at night as it's in such a popular location (people and cars).
Perfect for the four of us as we each had our own bedroom. So great for larger groups.
If internet and TV are important to you please discuss this matter with the host before booking.
The host was pleasant to deal with and wanted our stay to be enjoyable. Host was willing to work with us during Covid times when the cancellation policy had to be more liberal.
4.7
Lots of Space, Great Location
The condo is huge and capable of sleeping 8 -10 people. It's on the third floor of a mixed use building in Santa Cruz. The condo is dated but has everything you need.
Access can be a challenge as there is no lift and you must navigate a very tight circular staircase to get to the unit. There are not really any views as the other buildings block any sight lines save a few.
The TV and internet were a constant issue. Many hours were spent without either as the service (?) in the area is so poor. The host did hire a service tech to stop by and fix but there really was no fix. Internet in other nearby locations was better (eg. Holiday Inn lobby next door). This was the biggest problem we had.
The hot water was broken for 10 days of our visit but the host got it fixed as fast as possible (10 days).
The neighbourhood people were pleasant and helpful. Area can be noisy at night as it's in such a popular location (people and cars).
Perfect for the four of us as we each had our own bedroom. So great for larger groups.
If internet and TV are important to you please discuss this matter with the host before booking.
The host was pleasant to deal with and wanted our stay to be enjoyable. Host was willing to work with us during Covid times when the cancellation policy had to be more liberal.
4.7
Fantastic location
Super quick walk to the beach, very central to walk to many of the fantastic restaurants that are close by. We loved our time here!
4.7
The house is close to the beach and had chance to enjoyed the beach at night very safe place to walk at night . This house is beautiful, peaceful we will come back .
4.7
Less than 5 mns walk to the beach
The house is close to the beach and had chance to enjoyed the beach at night very safe place to walk at night . This house is beautiful, peaceful we will come back .
4.7
Perfect location
Loved our stay in Santa Cruz. Accommodations were excellent. Norma was always quick to answer any questions we had. Will definitely return.
First time I hualtuco and we loved it.
4.7
We had a fabulous time at Casa Normita! Chris and Norma were super helpful. Great hospitality, great location close to the beach and marina. Overall it was a fantastic holiday.
4.7
Great Location
We had a fabulous time at Casa Normita! Chris and Norma were super helpful. Great hospitality, great location close to the beach and marina. Overall it was a fantastic holiday.
4.7
This is the third year in a row that our family has stayed here and we love it! The penthouse is so spacious and beautiful and it’s so close to the marina, park and beach! Norma is always a pleasure and easy to work with also!
4.7
Love this place!
This is the third year in a row that our family has stayed here and we love it! The penthouse is so spacious and beautiful and it’s so close to the marina, park and beach! Norma is always a pleasure and easy to work with also!
4.7
Our time and Norma and Chris’s place was fantastic
This condo is fantastic! There is lots of room the bedrooms are very spacious and the layout of the condo is great.
You are in walking distance to everything, there is a pharmacy right on the ground level and a convenient store right in front of the apt building. The beach is just a few minutes walk from the condo which is fabulous.
Norma and Chris are fantastic to deal with and if we had any questions they got back to us right away and checked in with us to see how things were going.
There is a market every Saturday in the park right by the condo. One of the vendors make the best piaya that I have ever had.
4.7
My family of 7 stayed at this beautiful home. Very spacious with many rooms and bathrooms! Enjoyed the location because we could walk to the beach, plaza, or take a quick taxi ride to crucecita. Our flight arrived few minutes early and Norma was able to get the property manager to open for us so we didn’t have to wait. I enjoyed my stay and will return! Thank you Norma!
4.7
Beautiful, spacious home with great view and location
My family of 7 stayed at this beautiful home. Very spacious with many rooms and bathrooms! Enjoyed the location because we could walk to the beach, plaza, or take a quick taxi ride to crucecita. Our flight arrived few minutes early and Norma was able to get the property manager to open for us so we didn’t have to wait. I enjoyed my stay and will return! Thank you Norma!
4.7
It was horrible we left after the 3 day and checked into the books at inn next door.
Our stay was horrible blood stains sheets and pillows and when I showed Romnel he said they were washed just stains. Idk who would want to spend their vacation to sleep in some strangers blood stains pillow and sheets. The air conditioner in master did not work at all and it leeks and ruins a good portion of my clothing. Also the kitchen is invested with ants. I called norm told her I was leaving after day 3 the conditions were so horrible she apologized and promised to refund my money but never has and will not respond to my emails. Also shower is either super hot or freezing cold there was no in between. We finished the rest of our stay at a nearby hotel.
4.7
Un condo spacieux à Santa Cruz de Huatulco. Très bien divisé, avec une très belle vue.
Norma, notre propriétaire, bien que résidant à Vancouver, s'est toujours souciée de notre bien-être. Rommel, son homme de confiance sur place, nous a également facilité notre installation.
Nous n'avons pas eu besoin de faire appel à lui au cours du mois où nous occupions le condo (février), mais il aurait été disponible, et avec le sourire.
La literie est excellente (côté à ne pas négliger, surtout pour un séjour assez long).
Le seul hic: le manque de piscine. Dans une région chaude comme celle de Huatulco, la piscine est un gros avantage. Nous y avons suppléé en allant dans les piscines des environs (Chahué Bay à 15 minutes de marche, ou dans un hôtel à 5 minutes de marche). Chaque fois il fallait cependant payer 100 pesos par personne.
Le condo est très bien situé si on veut explorer la région; beaucoup d'excursions sont possibles, et elles nous permettent de belles découvertes. De même, les différents services d'épicerie ou autres sont très proches.
En bref, un beau séjour possible.
Jean-Michel Lienhardt
4.7
LOVE LOVE LOVE THIS PLACE!!
Not only is hualtuco in itself an amazing place to visit but Norma’s place is OUTSTANDING! Perfect location, amazing view, cozy place to relax after days of exploring...LOVED my stay!!! Thank you Norma!
4.7
Casa Normita - Lovely Spacious Condo
We (4 adults) recently spent 10 days at this spacious condo. Other than the bedrooms (which are all air conditioned), the condo is completely open to the wonderful smells and sound of the ocean a short distance away. We enjoyed sitting on the deck, drinking our coffee and watching the cruise ships arrive.
The beach near the condo is very nice and has many good restaurants.
The recent addition of a BBQ is a great option to use for cooking dinner as the kitchen can sometimes get a little hot. There is plenty of seating, cutlery and dinnerware.
There is a market and small grocery store a 2 minute walk from the condo or there are 2 large markets a 15 minute walk or a short cab ride away.
As mentioned by others, you need to be able to walk 3 flights of stairs on a circular staircase... not an issue if you are reasonably fit or just take them a little slower. The stairs are also a great way to work of the 1 or 2 pina coladas you might drink on the beach. LOL.
Water in Huatulco is safe to drink. We still used bottled water for drinking but used tap water for brushing teeth, washing vegetables, etc. and never once did any of us have an issue, as we have in many other places in Mexico.
Norma is very responsive to emails and very accommodating to all your needs as a guest. Thanks Norma!
We had several great PRIVATE tours using Arturo Martinez. VRBO will not allow me to post the URL (really... they read the reviews very closely but won’t answer direct emails I send them) for his website so just google his name if you’re interested. During one of our tours, Arturo advised us part way through the day that he just found out there would be a turtle hatchling release that afternoon. What a wonderful surprise and experience!
4.7
Excelente lugar para descansar.
Es un excelente lugar para descansar, la ubicación es muy buena, el trato con Norma es muy bueno, y con Rommel también.
El acceso a los distintos lugares de Huatulco, es muy fácil, tienes a la mano casi todo, y sino el centro está relativamente cerca, en fin es muy recomendable, definitivamente regresariamos sin dudarlo. Gracias Norma.
4.7
Beautiful vacation home and great service!
Our family loved our week long stay in Norma's condo...the views are amazing, Norma was extremely helpful and informative and the condo is super nice! We will def stay again!
4.7
Beautiful, relaxing, joy filled holiday!!
What a wonderful relaxing time my family had. Huatulco and its many beaches,local vendors and great food was a treat. So many memories...
The condo was a perfect place to end the day of exploring the country side and swimming in the ocean. We loved that it was in a central location and easy to navigate.
Morning coffee is not quite the same back home.. the fresh sea air, the large balcony with the hammock - HEAVEN!!!!!!
Thanks for the great time and the wonderful accommodations! The pictures do not do it justice.
Till we meet again...
4.7
Great Location and Views!
We loved the location of Norma's home! Easy to walk to the beach, marina, restaurants, and access to all transportation. Our favorite spot in the condo was on the balcony - loved seeing all the action, particularly during the Festival of the Cross. We definitely had the best place to watch the fireworks from. Norma was very prompt to reply to any questions we had. Look forward to our next visit to Huatulco!
4.7
Location, location, location
Norma`s condo was just as it is showen in the pictures. The location was perfect for my wife and I, roughly 400 yards from the beach and calm waters of the pacific. Norma was prompt and informative in all our correspondence. As a first time visitor Norma arranged her agent to pick us up and take us to the condo, Rommel was very gracious and gave us a quick but informative tour of downtown LaCrececita a big Thanks!! One small negative would be the stairs accessing the condo, there are three flights, circular in nature, that were a bit narrow. For people with mobility issues this would be a concern.
The condo is excellent for everything else, good eating nearby, markets, entertainment in the public square almost every nite. The walkway into town is brightly lite and easy to walk.
All in all, I would recommend Norma`s condo to anyone wanting to have a great location and relaxing holiday. Thank you Norma!
4.7
Huge Pad with Amazing Views
The property was in an excellent location for visiting Hautulco and a really comfortable, safe place to lay your head after the day was done! Definitely will be staying again, thanks Norma :)
FAQs
How much does this apartment cost compared to others in State of Oaxaca?
The average price for a rental in State of Oaxaca is R 1,322 per night. This rental is R 3,224 above the average.
Is parking included with this apartment?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Santa Cruz Penthouse, located in the best part of Huatulco. Beach 5 min walk!!. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this apartment?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this apartment. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Santa Cruz Penthouse, located in the best part of Huatulco. Beach 5 min walk!! pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this apartment is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Santa Cruz Penthouse, located in the best part of Huatulco. Beach 5 min walk!!?
We found 8 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, and laundry.
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