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Laguna Santa Elena

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Laguna Santa Elena is a breathtaking beach located in Santa Elena El Tule, Mexico. The beach is about 1.5 kilometers long with soft white sand and clear blue waters

Amenities at the beach include bathroom access and shaded palapas for relaxing. Dogs are also allowed on the beach. Laguna Santa Elena has few amenities, so visitors should plan their trip accordingly, although it does have bathroom access and shaded palapas.

Visitors can enjoy a variety of activities including swimming, snorkeling, fishing, and kayaking

There is a parking lot available at Laguna Santa Elena, and it is free to park.

Fun fact: The beach is named after the nearby Santa Elena Lagoon, which is a large coastal wetland that is home to a wide variety of bird species.

Attractions near Laguna Santa Elena include the San Agustinillo Beach, the Ventanilla Ecological Reserve, and the town of Mazunte, which is known for its sea turtle sanctuary.

There are several restaurants near Laguna Santa Elena, including El Cafecito which serves Mexican cuisine, and Las Casitas de Guixhiú which serves seafood.

There are a variety of hotels near Laguna Santa Elena, including the Casa Sol de la Costa, which is a luxurious beachfront hotel with a swimming pool and stunning ocean views. The Hoteles Las Golondrinas is another nearby hotel with comfortable rooms and a restaurant on site.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Does Laguna Santa Elena have parking? If so, is it free or paid?

Laguna Santa Elena does not have dedicated parking but has street parking near the entrance.

Does Laguna Santa Elena have lifeguards?

No, Laguna Santa Elena does not have lifeguards monitoring the beach – please be careful when swimming on this beach.

Is Laguna Santa Elena a family-friendly beach?

Laguna Santa Elena is not family-friendly and does not have restrooms, lifeguards, and nearby food.

Is Laguna Santa Elena good for swimming?

Laguna Santa Elena is not generally considered a good swimming beach.

Does Laguna Santa Elena have restrooms?

Laguna Santa Elena does not have restrooms on or near the beach.

Is Laguna Santa Elena a nude beach?

No, Laguna Santa Elena maintains a family-friendly atmosphere and does not allow nude bathing.

Is there food near Laguna Santa Elena?

Laguna Santa Elena does not have nearby food options – please plan your beach day accordingly.

What are the activities at Laguna Santa Elena?

Laguna Santa Elena is not known for any activities in particular.

Does Laguna Santa Elena have accommodations for people with disabilities?

Laguna Santa Elena does not have accommodations for people with disabilities.

Is Laguna Santa Elena a dog-friendly beach?

Laguna Santa Elena is not dog-friendly.

Is Laguna Santa Elena good for surfing?

Laguna Santa Elena is not generally considered to be good for surfing.

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