Title: Visit Santa María: Best of Santa María Tourism | Expedia Travel Guide - Expedia.ca

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# Santa María

## Travel Guide

## Visit Santa María

Things to do

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- Santa María Hotel Deals
- Vacation Rentals in Santa María

![Courtyard by Marriott La Paz Baja California Sur](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8310000/8301400/8301335/59265d72_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Courtyard by Marriott La Paz Baja California Sur

Km. 7.5 Carretera a Pichilingue La Paz BCS

CA $190

CA $234 total

Mar 12 - Mar 13

includes taxes & fees

Book a stay at this golf hotel in La Paz. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...

9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,176 reviews)

Clean room nice staff

Reviewed on Feb 25, 2026

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![Hotel Indigo La Paz Puerta Cortes by IHG](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3780000/3773500/3773420/dbc3439f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Hotel Indigo La Paz Puerta Cortes by IHG

Carretera a Pichilingue Km 7.5 La Paz BCS

CA $390

CA $487 total

Mar 8 - Mar 9

includes taxes & fees

Book a stay at this beach hotel in La Paz. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...

9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)

The noise level was horrible. Far from relaxing. Perhaps because they had two wedding events, but the noise level was terrible. Our first night, we were not allowed to access the beach club to lounge due to a wedding. The surrounding tenants, were so pound it made it difficult to get some sort of ...

Reviewed on Feb 17, 2026

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![Club el Moro Hotel Suites](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7720000/7712600/7712581/8f41d36b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Club el Moro Hotel Suites

Km 2 Carretera a Pichilingue La Paz BCS

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

CA $115

CA $144 total

Mar 10 - Mar 11

includes taxes & fees

Stay at this hotel in La Paz. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Malecon ...

9.2/10 Wonderful! (630 reviews)

Room was clean, friendly staff and excellent pool. Breakfast at restaurant was excellent

Reviewed on Feb 25, 2026

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Puerta Cortés Residences by Lumina

KM 7.5 Carretera a Pichilingue La Paz BCS

Book a stay at this golf vacation home in La Paz. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 4 restaurants. Popular attractions Malecon La Paz and El Caimancito Beach ...

9.2/10 Wonderful! (153 reviews)

Gorgeous resort. The condo was large and perfect for a family. I recommend renting the golf cart to get around the resort since it's so big.

Reviewed on Feb 27, 2026

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![Casa Navarro](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117640000/117634300/117634204/60595679_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Casa Navarro

Antonio Navarro La Paz BCS

Stay at this condo in La Paz. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Malecon La Paz and Marina Cortez are located nearby.

9.2/10 Wonderful! (28 reviews)

Wonderful place. Great communication. Clean. I highly recommend.

Reviewed on Feb 27, 2026

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![Playa de La Paz by Lumina](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33910000/33902400/33902368/75530504_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Playa de La Paz by Lumina

Carretera Escénica a Pichilingue Km. 6.5 La Paz BCS

Book a stay at this beach apartment in La Paz. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 4 restaurants. Popular attractions Malecon La Paz and El Caimancito Beach are ...

9.8/10 Exceptional! (74 reviews)

Beautiful location just north of La Paz (about 15 min drive to the Malecón). Very peaceful, with a gorgeous view and access to a private beach. My kids loved the very large hot tub (the giant pool was a little cold for February). Service was ok - the cleaning staff only came by once instead of twice, ...

Reviewed on Feb 21, 2026

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### Popular places to visit

![sunset at the Malecon in La Paz Mexico](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635998074144/3211ed7e-ffa1-4468-ad7e-4b553fe9b307.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Malecon La Paz

After visiting Malecon La Paz, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in La Paz. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Malecon-La-Paz-Zona-Comercial.d553248635998074144.Vacation-Attraction)

![Playa El Coromuel showing general coastal views, tropical scenes and a sandy beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634722177654/11470ed0-faa6-428f-b90f-7b51c7cafede.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### El Coromuel Beach

This stunning beach has been converted into a water park, complete with clifftop slides that spiral down into the sea. Try fun watersports and see dolphins.

[](https://expedia.ca/El-Coromuel-Beach-La-Paz.d553248634722177654.Vacation-Attraction)

![Malecon Kiosk which includes night scenes and general coastal views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532630317/641386a1-9a68-43d6-a1c8-18e12b1e3a87.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Malecon Kiosk

Meet friends at this popular gathering point and admire the coastal views as you explore the many works of art decorating the esplanade.

[](https://expedia.ca/Malecon-Kiosk-Zona-Comercial.d553248621532630317.Vacation-Attraction)

![El Caimancito Beach la paz baja california sur. MEXICO](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/807379786254512128/d4c47bd3-3198-4ca4-8ee9-f4002e7f9d92.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### El Caimancito Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at El Caimancito Beach during your trip to La Paz? Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area. 

[](https://expedia.ca/El-Caimancito-Beach-La-Paz.d807379786254512128.Vacation-Attraction)

![Marina Cortez showing a coastal town and a beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532630319/1ba29f80-dde8-4500-bdf8-67e087a0da64.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Marina Cortez

At the esplanade’s southern tip stands a modern harbor with excellent dining options, stunning views and modern amenities for boat owners.

[](https://expedia.ca/Marina-Cortez-Zona-Comercial.d553248621532630319.Vacation-Attraction)

![Sanctuary of the Virgen of Guadalupe featuring a church or cathedral and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532977151/4e0ca269-2860-48c8-8043-832033b02e38.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Sanctuary of the Virgen of Guadalupe

See this modern church come to life during festivals. It has a glorious dome and a bright interior filled with religious artworks.

[](https://expedia.ca/Sanctuary-Of-The-Virgen-Of-Guadalupe-Pueblo-Nuevo.d553248621532977151.Vacation-Attraction)

### Things to do

![City Tour & Beaches from La Paz](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2769520/25cece60-10ae-4b46-bfa1-898233ea0ac9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### City Tour & Beaches from La Paz

CA $130

per adult

**100%** of travellers recommend

[](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/city-tour-beaches-from-la-paz.a2769520.activity-details)

![Whale Shark snorkeling tour in a reduced group with local marine biologist](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1383241/b7bb8bd0-bec3-4b52-a41a-d32e36e7b098.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Whale Shark snorkeling tour in a reduced group with local marine biologist

CA $255

per adult

**100%** of travellers recommend

[](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/whale-shark-snorkeling-tour-in-a-reduced-group-with-local-marine-biologist.a1383241.activity-details)

![Balandra, La Paz & Todos Santos](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49275035/a83483a3-ffb3-4f46-ad31-03adb1061d9e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Balandra, La Paz & Todos Santos

CA $158

per adult

[](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/balandra.a49275035.activity-details)

![Want to try something new, fun and out of the ordinary? Try our Sunset Sandboarding Tour at La Paz! ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4308524/39c384c2-22f2-4b36-a481-122e4520fc3e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Sunset Sandboarding at La Paz Dunes Tour

CA $122

per adult

[](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/sunset-sandboarding-at-la-paz-dunes-tour.a4308524.activity-details)

![Sandboard & Paddleboard](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45988384/7a7f42f7-f43b-4802-8c89-7e797c6b73ea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Half Day Sandboarding and Paddleboarding Experience in La Paz

CA $120

per adult

**100%** of travellers recommend

[](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/half-day-sandboarding-and-paddleboarding-experience-in-la-paz.a45988384.activity-details)

![La Paz: Sunset Sandboarding at La Paz Dunes Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48238294/e021daa5-d649-4c8a-801e-fa94171bdcde.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### La Paz: Sunset Sandboarding at La Paz Dunes Tour

CA $149

per adult

[](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/la-paz-sunset-sandboarding-at-la-paz-dunes-tour.a48238294.activity-details)

[See all activities in Santa María](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Santa-Maria.d553248635975867504.Travel-Guide-Activities)

## Cities near Santa María

![Balandra Beach featuring general coastal views, a beach and tropical scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6269493/8bf49f71-eab7-4acd-8691-27653da19874.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### La Paz

- Cities near Santa María
- Places of interest

[La Paz](https://expedia.ca/La-Paz.dx2005)

- [Malecon La Paz ](https://expedia.ca/Malecon-La-Paz-Zona-Comercial.d553248635998074144.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Balandra Beach ](https://expedia.ca/Balandra-Beach-Pichilingue.d6269493.Vacation-Attraction)
- [El Coromuel Beach ](https://expedia.ca/El-Coromuel-Beach-La-Paz.d553248634722177654.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Malecon Kiosk ](https://expedia.ca/Malecon-Kiosk-Zona-Comercial.d553248621532630317.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Marina Cortez ](https://expedia.ca/Marina-Cortez-Zona-Comercial.d553248621532630319.Vacation-Attraction)
- [El Tecolote Beach ](https://expedia.ca/El-Tecolote-Beach-Pichilingue.d6269506.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Pichilingue Beach ](https://expedia.ca/Pichilingue-Beach-Pichilingue.d6269501.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Baja Ferries Pichilingue ](https://expedia.ca/Baja-Ferries-Pichilingue-Pichilingue.d624031434978439168.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Tesoro Beach ](https://expedia.ca/Tesoro-Beach-Pichilingue.d6269579.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Nuestra Senora del Pilar Cathedral ](https://expedia.ca/Nuestra-Senora-Del-Pilar-Cathedral-Zona-Comercial.d6269499.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Anthropology and History Museum of Baja California Sur ](https://expedia.ca/Anthropology-And-History-Museum-Of-Baja-California-Sur-Zona-Central.d6269517.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Whale Museum ](https://expedia.ca/Whale-Museum-Zona-Central.d6269586.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Dove of Peace Monument ](https://expedia.ca/Dove-Of-Peace-Monument-La-Paz.d6269510.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Professor Jesus Castro Agundez Cultural Center ](https://expedia.ca/Professor-Jesus-Castro-Agundez-Cultural-Center-Zona-Central.d553248621532977152.Vacation-Attraction)

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