The 10 Best Huatulco Airbnbs (#5 Comes with Its Own Secluded Beach)
Looking for the best Huatulco Airbnbs?
You’re in the right place as I’ve called Mexico home since 2018, and I’ve stayed in 50+ Airbnbs all over the country — Huatulco included.
Huatulco has nine bays and 36 beaches on the Oaxaca coast, some of them inside Huatulco National Park — and some of Mexico’s best Airbnbs.
👀 Curious about my top pick? It’s the Luxe oceanfront condo with a private beach in Conejos Bay — check it out here.
The tricky part is that Huatulco is spread across 9 bays, and every listing promises the best view. That’s where I come in!
I’ve hand-picked a list of places with glowing reviews, from Airbnb Luxe residences to Guest Favorites.
My Top 3 Picks: The Best Huatulco Airbnbs
| Name | Neighborhood | Best for | See more |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1️⃣ Luxe Oceanfront Condo with a Private Beach in Conejos Bay | Conejos Bay | Luxury travelers, groups of up to 8, families | ➡️ Check it out |
| 2️⃣ Rooftop-Pool Loft a 5-Minute Walk from Santa Cruz Beach | Santa Cruz | Couples, friends, solo travelers, digital nomads | ➡️ Check it out |
| 3️⃣ Three-Bedroom Penthouse with a Private Rooftop Pool in Santa Cruz | Santa Cruz | Groups of up to 6, families | ➡️ Check it out |
⚠️ If none of these work, browse all the Huatulco Airbnbs here, and use their filters to narrow down your search to find your ideal place.
The 10 Best Huatulco Airbnbs
1. Luxe Oceanfront Condo with a Private Beach in Conejos Bay
- 📍 Neighborhood: Huatulco (Conejos Bay)
- ❤️ Best for: Luxury travelers, groups of up to 8, families
- ➡️ Check rates and availability on Airbnb
An Airbnb Luxe property, this oceanfront residence at Celeste Curamoria looks out over Tejoncito Beach in Conejos Bay.
Spend your mornings on the private beach, then paddle out on a kayak or paddleboard, both included in your stay.
Back at the residence, lounge by the infinity pool or unwind in the steam room.
Each of the 3 bedrooms has its own bathroom, walk-in closet and balcony.
Hotel-style services are part of your stay, and the concierge can arrange private chefs and excursions.
It sleeps 8 guests in 3 bedrooms with 3 bathrooms.
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2. Rooftop-Pool Loft a 5-Minute Walk from Santa Cruz Beach
- 📍 Neighborhood: Huatulco (Santa Cruz)
- ❤️ Best for: Couples, friends, solo travelers, digital nomads
- ➡️ Check rates and availability on Airbnb
Loft Zibá is a modern little hideaway in the heart of Santa Cruz, just a 5-minute walk from the beach.
Have breakfast on your private terrace, then head up to the shared rooftop, with a pool, 2 plunge pools and panoramic views.
The beach, the pier, restaurants and shops are all a few minutes’ walk away.
It sleeps 2 guests in 1 bedroom with 1 bathroom, with a king bed and a dedicated workspace.
It doesn’t accept children, so it’s perfect for a quiet couples’ getaway.
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3. Three-Bedroom Penthouse with a Private Rooftop Pool in Santa Cruz
- 📍 Neighborhood: Huatulco (Santa Cruz)
- ❤️ Best for: Groups of up to 6, families
- ➡️ Check rates and availability on Airbnb
This penthouse is spread across 3 floors, with its own private plunge pool and rooftop terrace.
It’s a short walk from Playa Santa Cruz (the town’s main beach), restaurants, cafés, bars, shops and the marina.
You can book it on Airbnb as a 1, 2 or 3 bedroom, so you only pay for the space you need.
Each bedroom has its own bathroom and a 55-inch TV, and there’s air conditioning throughout.
Starlink Wi-Fi and a dedicated workspace make remote work easy, and the building has a shared infinity pool and gym.
It sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms with 3 bathrooms, in a quiet building with just 12 apartments.
It’s on the 2nd to 4th floors, with no elevator.
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4. Hillside Ocean-View Villa with an Infinity Pool in Huatulco National Park
- 📍 Neighborhood: Huatulco (National Park)
- ❤️ Best for: Groups of up to 12
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Built into a hillside in Huatulco National Park, Casa de las Olas looks straight out over the Pacific.
Mix drinks at the poolside bar, then swim in the 82-foot (25 m) infinity pool, shared with just one neighboring villa that’s rarely occupied.
In season, you can even watch for whales from the terraces.
Two maids look after the villa, laundry included, and breakfast can be arranged each morning for an extra cost.
It sleeps 12 guests in 5 bedrooms with 5.5 bathrooms, and the nearest beach is about a 5-minute taxi ride.
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5. Tangolunda Villa with a Private Pool and Its Own Secluded Beach
- 📍 Neighborhood: Huatulco (Tangolunda)
- ❤️ Best for: Groups of up to 8
- ➡️ Check rates and availability on Airbnb
Take a 5-minute hike down from this hillside villa, and you’ll reach a small, secluded beach that comes with the property.
Back up top, the private pool overlooks Tangolunda Bay, next to open-air living and dining areas that catch the ocean breeze.
It’s rustic and beachy, surrounded by lush coastal forest, with air conditioning in every screened bedroom.
Your host, Dimas, gets rave reviews for his local tips.
It sleeps 8 guests in 4 bedrooms with 4.5 bathrooms, and a rental car makes it easy to explore the bays.
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6. Oceanfront Two-Bedroom Condo Steps from Arrocito Beach
- 📍 Neighborhood: Huatulco (Arrocito)
- ❤️ Best for: Groups of up to 7, families, budget travelers
- ➡️ Check rates and availability on Airbnb
Stroll through botanical gardens to the calm, swimmable shore of Arrocito Beach, where you can snorkel right off the sand.
This bright condo has partial ocean views and a big patio for dining outdoors.
The complex has multiple pools, a full gym and BBQ areas, and floaties, beach towels and a cooler are included.
It sleeps 7 guests in 2 bedrooms with 2 bathrooms, with in-unit laundry and covered parking.
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7. Four-Bedroom Home with a Shaded Private Pool and Palapa
- 📍 Neighborhood: Huatulco (Sector N, La Crucecita)
- ❤️ Best for: Groups of up to 8, families, budget travelers
- ➡️ Check rates and availability on Airbnb
Casa Arena de Mar is a tropical oasis full of warm textures and bright colors inspired by the Isthmus of Tehuantepec.
Cool off in the private pool, shaded from the strong Huatulco sun, then fire up the traditional brick grill under the palapa.
The palapa even turns into a private spa area, where you can book a massage for an extra cost.
The kitchen is stocked with Talavera dishes, perfect for a glass of Oaxacan mezcal.
It sleeps 8 guests in 4 bedrooms with 3.5 bathrooms, and Chahué Marina is about a 15-minute walk.
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8. Four-Bedroom Cliffside Villa with an Infinity Pool and a Hidden Cove
- 📍 Neighborhood: Huatulco (Tangolunda)
- ❤️ Best for: Groups of up to 8
- ➡️ Check rates and availability on Airbnb
Set on a cliff inside Huatulco National Park, this villa looks out over Tangolunda Bay and the Pacific.
Picture yourself floating in the private infinity pool, open 24 hours, gazing out over the bay.
When you want the sand, a trail leads down to a hidden, semi-private cove, with a shared palapa close to the water.
The living and dining areas are open air, and the screened bedrooms can be closed up to use the AC.
Fire up the BBQ grill for dinner outside, and there’s a dedicated workspace with fast Wi-Fi.
A daily cleaning is included, except on Sundays.
It sleeps 8 guests in 4 bedrooms with 4.5 bathrooms, and La Crucecita is about a 10-minute drive.
Heads up: the house sits in a thick coastal forest, so expect some bugs, and the beach is down a long set of stairs.
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9. Penthouse with a Private Rooftop Terrace Steps from Santa Cruz Beach
- 📍 Neighborhood: Huatulco (Santa Cruz)
- ❤️ Best for: Groups of up to 10, families
- ➡️ Check rates and availability on Airbnb
Terraza del Mar is a big, breezy penthouse in the heart of Santa Cruz Bay, a few steps from the beach.
Its huge rooftop terrace is just for you, with a hammock, a grill and views of the mountains and the marina.
Restaurants, a craft market and the dock for bay tours are all nearby.
It sleeps 10 guests in 3 bedrooms with 3 bathrooms, with air conditioning and a dedicated workspace.
It’s on the third floor, with stairs only, and the area can be lively, so the hosts offer earplugs if there’s a big event.
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10. Six-Bedroom Beachfront Villa with a Private Pool on Tangolunda Bay
- 📍 Neighborhood: Huatulco (Tangolunda)
- ❤️ Best for: Groups of up to 12
- ➡️ Check rates and availability on Airbnb
Perched above Tangolunda Bay, this six-bedroom villa is ranked in the top 1% of homes on Airbnb.
Picture your whole group lounging by the private pool, soaking up the Oaxaca sun with the Pacific spread out below.
Follow the trail down to a semi-private cove for swimming and snorkeling, or hike up to the sundeck, shared with just one other villa.
The open-air living and dining areas are made for entertaining, and every bedroom has AC.
There’s fiber-optic internet, a dedicated workspace and a 45-inch TV with Netflix.
It sleeps 12 guests in 6 bedrooms with 5.5 bathrooms, and La Crucecita is about a 10-minute drive.
Heads up: the beach is down a very long flight of stairs, and there are no stores or restaurants within walking distance, so a rental car helps.
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Best Huatulco Airbnbs FAQ
What is the best area to stay in Huatulco?
Santa Cruz is the best area if you want to walk to the beach, restaurants and the bay tour dock, while Conejos, Tangolunda and Arrocito are quieter bays with oceanfront condos and villas.
La Crucecita, the town center, is close to the markets, the supermarket and the bus station.
Still deciding on an area? Read my guide to where to stay in Huatulco.
Prefer a resort? Check out the best Huatulco all-inclusive resorts.
Do you need a car in Huatulco?
Not if you stay in Santa Cruz or La Crucecita, but a car (or taxis) makes it much easier to explore the bays from the quieter areas.
Several hosts on this list recommend renting a car, especially for the hillside villas.
Planning to drive? Read my tips on renting a car in Huatulco.
First time in town? Start with my Huatulco travel guide.
Do Huatulco Airbnbs have private pools?
Many do: the Santa Cruz penthouse at #3 has a private rooftop plunge pool, and the three Tangolunda villas (#5, #8 and #10) and Casa Arena de Mar each have a private pool.
Most condos, like the ones in Arrocito, share several pools with the rest of the complex.
Ready to explore the bays? Check out the best beaches in Huatulco.
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