Overview
Santa Elena is a quiet Yucatán town of 3,800 people serving as a practical base for visiting the Puuc region's famous Maya ruins. It lies just 16 km from Uxmal and 10 km from Kabáh, making day-trip logistics easier than staying farther away.
Budget Travel · Day Trips · History
Before you go
Transport
Santa Elena serves as a transit point for Puuc region travelers. Buses connect to Mérida and Valladolid.
Weather
Yucatán's dry season runs November-April; the wet season (May-October) brings afternoon showers.