The waterfront stretching between the towns of San José del Cabo, Cabo San Lucas, and Todos Santos is a popular destination. A slew of beachfront hotels and resorts dot the area, but it can be hard to decide where to book a stay. Are you looking for a family-friendly all-inclusive? Or do you prefer a small boutique hotel? An eco-chic jungle hideaway? Whatever your idea of the perfect sun-filled break in Mexico, we have you covered. We’ve narrowed down from hundreds of places to stay to a tight shortlist of The Best Hotels of Los Cabos in Baja California – presented here in no particular order. We keep this list up-to-date regularly as new hotels launch and existing ones evolve. Enjoy!
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We still remember the high-end service and sophisticated luxury at the Mandapa, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve in Ubud (Bali). Zadún matches the level of sophistication and quality of the Balinese resort. Set on the dramatic coastline of San José del Cabo, the fourth Ritz-Carlton resort from the Reserve portfolio is a luxury retreat with 115 villas — many with private pools — and several Ritz-Carlton Reserve Residences. The resort boasts two championship golf courses and maintains a botanical park with desert flora.
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Website: Zadún, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve, San José del Cabo, Mexico. Photos © The Ritz-Carlton
Four Seasons Resort Los Cabos forms part of the exclusive Costa Palmas complex, situated alongside a three-kilometer, white-sand beach lapped by the warm waves of the Sea of Cortez. The development boasts a private marina and yacht club, and the 145-room hotel features a range of high-end facilities, including an 18-hole golf course. Four Seasons Resort Los Cabos has a full-service spa and multiple swimming pools, and part of the beach is designated for hotel guests only. Las Vegas-based TAL Studio designed the resort.
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Website: Four Seasons Resort Los Cabos at Costas Palmas, Baja California, Mexico.
Photos © Four Seasons Resorts
If villas are outside your budget, a good compromise is the Premier Oceanfront rooms. They have elevated sea views and extra space in the bedroom and balcony.
The combination of spa-pampering, fine dining, and luxurious accommodation makes the One&Only Palmilla an exceptional place. It’s a resort designed to ensure the utmost privacy, making it the favorite of the rich and famous.
Amid the beautiful swimming pools, the stunning spa clad in stone, and the excellent steakhouse dining venue, the accommodation stands out with the highest standards. The 160 rooms and villas are lavish and secluded, blending local stylistic influences with a contemporary sense of space.
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Website: One&Only Palmilla Los Cabos, Baja California, México. Photos © One&Only
Chileno Bay Resort & Residences has an upbeat, casual feel, with chic design and excellent amenities — and a claim as one of Cabo’s finest hotels. The style of the resort’s low-rise buildings is modern and minimalist, reminiscent of Greece’s whitewashed Mykonos houses with all-glass fronts. The beach-chic style inside features vibrant art. The hotel’s swimming pool, lined with lounge gazebos, is as long as a football field, though it curls around palms and cactus trees. The sea in front of the resort is swimmable, and the popular Playa El Chileno is next door, with a wealth of free beach activities. Guests of the Chileno Bay Resort & Residences can also enjoy a beautiful spa or the Comal restaurant, said to be one of the best in Los Cabos.
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Website: Chileno Bay Resort & Residences, Auberge Resorts Collection. Photos © Auberge Resorts
Designed by award-winning Mexican architecture studio Sordo Madaleno Architects, Solaz stands among the iconic Baja California Sur resorts.
Solaz Residences balances the human footprint with the natural site where the desert meets the sea. The resort has 128 rooms, a large, 12-room spa, six restaurants and lounges, and a 160-foot-long infinity pool overlooking the beach. In short, it’s not small. Still, the place feels authentic, focusing on original art, particularly work by the local artist César López Negrete. There is also a gallery exhibiting indigenous artifacts. Guest rooms feature patios or terraces and offer views of the sea or tropical forest, carefully cared for to ensure the endemic flora is protected.
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Website: Solaz Residences, a Luxury Collection Resort, Los Cabos. Photos © Marriott International
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This spectacular beach resort offers a superb combination of glamour, privacy, and attentive luxury. Its high-end experience is geared toward romance — there is even a special Department of Romance, with a “director” helping to fine-tune the stay and make it extra special for couples and honeymooners. The resort comprises 71 suites in whitewashed adobe buildings and 12 beachfront villas. Many feature wood-burning fireplaces and alfresco Jacuzzis; all are inspired by Mediterranean and Mexican traditions and styles. The top category is the Warner mansion, with a glass-bottomed rooftop pool and a tequila bar. The resort facilities include eight magnificent swimming pools and a gorgeous wellness center shaded by palm trees.
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Website: Las Ventanas al Paraíso, A Rosewood Resort. Photos © Rosewood Hotel Group
Viceroy Los Cabos is not merely a luxury resort but a work of contemporary art, thanks to its architecture’s stunning geometry and symmetry, reflected in flat water surfaces. The cinematic concept of the resort, realized by the self-taught architect Miguel Angel Aragonés, intends to lure its guests into “a quiet state of mind.” The minimalistic buildings house 194 rooms, suites, and villas. The property features six restaurants and lounges, a beach bar, a swimming pool, a small private cinema, and a state-of-the-art fitness center and spa.
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Website: Viceroy Los Cabos, San Jose del Cabo, Baja California, Mexico.
Photos (including the leading shot at the top of the article) © Viceroy Hotel Group
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The Cape promises a five-star beach resort experience that combines sleek minimalism and unrestrained luxury with excellent facilities and a secluded location. The Cape overlooks El Arco, the arch-shaped rock formation that stands at the extreme southern end of Mexico’s Baja California peninsula (the 161 rooms and suites all have sea and El Arco views). The guest accommodation has luxury amenities and a contemporary look and feel, with large, glass-enclosed bathrooms, rainfall showers, balconies or terraces, and in-room cocktail bars. Some also feature private hot tubs and services such as in-villa check-in or butler service. The Cape resort has a full range of five-star amenities, with two swimming pools, world-class dining facilities, and a breathtaking spa. Its rooftop lounge bar is the only of its kind in Cabo.
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Website: The Cape, a Thompson Hotel, Cabo San Lucas. Photos © Hyatt Corporation
This is the debut of Nobu Hotels in Latin America. Coming from the hospitality brand founded by celebrity chef Nobuyuki Matsuhisa and actor Robert de Niro, the hotel focuses on wellness and culinary experiences. The restaurant and poolside bar offer Asian fusion menus, but there is also a Mexican diner and a steakhouse. The spa features hydrotherapy facilities and is regarded as one of the best in Los Cabos. The hotel’s whitewashed, low-rise buildings are interspersed with cactus gardens and swimming pools. The interiors are elegant and understated, and the guest rooms offer plenty of space and wall-high windows with Japanese-inspired wooden screens.
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Website: Nobu Hotel Los Cabos, Cabo San Lucas, Baja California, Mexico. Photos © Nobu Hotels
Among the more upscale beachfront hotels in Los Cabos, Esperanza stands out thanks to its design, inspired by hacienda living and designed in a rustic yet sophisticated style. Esperanza has 123 casitas, villas, and residences. The accommodation features large terraces with hammocks or plunge pools and bathrooms with side-by-side showers. The hotel has a luxury spa, a state-of-the-art fitness center, a beachfront infinity pool, and five excellent restaurants, including the sea-facing Cocina del Mar. The hotel is situated on the tip of the Baja Peninsula and nestled between two cliffs; its public areas and many rooms are placed for the best ocean views.
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Website: Esperanza, Auberge Resorts Collection, Cabo San Lucas. Photos © Auberge Resorts
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Montage Los Cabos is an idyllic beachfront resort set on 39 acres of land along the azure waters of Santa Maria Bay. Inspired by the local landscapes and authentic Mexican culture, the resort is designed to offer private sanctuaries in one of 122 expansive guestrooms, suites, and casas, as well as the 52 Montage Residences. Various accommodation categories feature floor-to-ceiling windows and private terraces, blending indoor and outdoor living. The resort is perfectly positioned for easy access to some of the finest swimming, snorkeling, and diving in the Los Cabos region. Guests also have access to a 19-hole golf course and an incredible 40,000-sq-ft spa. There are also three restaurants, three swimming pools, and tennis courts.
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Website: Montage Los Cabos, Cabo San Lucas. Photos © Montage Los Cabos
Paradero Todos Santos is surrounded by five acres of private land with a large botanical garden, and it describes itself as “a high-design landscaping project with luxurious suites.” It is a chic, bohemian retreat with expansive views of the ocean, mountains, and farmlands. There are only 35 suites; the Garden Suites blend indoor and outdoor spaces (favorite feature: an outdoor hot tub). Guests of the Rooftop Suites benefit from panoramic views. The hotel provides a five-star stay for surfers and outdoor enthusiasts. Wellness enthusiasts will appreciate Ojo de Agua, the subterranean facility inspired by local traditions for rejuvenating the body and mind.
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Website: Paradero Todos Santos, Baja California, Mexico. Photos © Paradero
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The 118-room Waldorf Astoria Los Cabos Pedregal can be reached through “Mexico’s only private tunnel,” cutting through the cliffs surrounding the resort. Hidden between the cliffside and the Pacific Ocean, Waldorf Astoria promises a tranquil retreat in luxurious surroundings. The resort’s elegant style celebrates the heritage of Mexican culture. Guest accommodation is spread across multiple categories, but the top choice is the “casitas,” or villas, with private pools and ocean views. All guest accommodation has expansive bathrooms; many have terraces with hot tubs. Tailor-made for honeymoons or special celebrations, the resort has a superb spa and offers candlelit evenings.
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Website: Waldorf Astoria Los Cabos Pedregal, Baja California, Mexico. Photos © Waldorf Astoria
Hotel San Cristóbal sits directly on the beach on the southwestern edge of the Baja peninsula in Todos Santos. The property wows with its romantic luxury and striking views, while the small size (there are only 32 rooms and suites here) creates an intimate atmosphere. The interiors have a touch of retro about them. There is a restaurant offering a fusion of Mexican and Mediterranean, and bar, a library, and a small retail shop. The hotel also offers various spaces designed for celebrations and weddings. These include La Capilla, the hotel’s beautiful chapel and event hall, and the ruins of an old cannery.
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Website: Hotel San Cristóbal, Todos Santos, Baja California, Mexico. Photos © Hotel San Cristóbal
JW Marriott Los Cabos is a brilliant beachfront resort boasting sophisticated style and luxury amenities, including no fewer than six restaurants and bars and the expansive Jasha Spa. The resort designers drew inspiration from the desert landscapes in the region and used stucco, concrete, and travertine marble for elevated interiors. The rooms and suites capture attention with elegant décor and inspiring ocean views.
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Website: JW Marriott Los Cabos Beach Resort & Spa, San Jose del Cabo. Photo © Marriott
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Baja Club, from Grupo Habita, was born from an imaginative refurbishment of a 1910s hacienda. Known then as Casa Antigua, the property became Baja Club after a redesign and a four-story extension. The project blends heritage architecture with contemporary lines, and its interiors embrace earthy colors and textures. Baja Club has thirty-two guest rooms and suites, a pool and spa, and a restaurant. The rooftop bar, offering expansive views of La Paz Bay, is the most fashionable sundowner spot in the historic center of La Paz.
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Website: Baja Club Hotel, La Paz, Baja California, Mexico. Photos © Baja Club
Rancho Pescadero is a quiet, adults-only beachfront resort in Mexico’s Todos Santos. It’s a 103-key property featuring oceanfront villas with private plunge pools, fire pits, and outdoor showers. Surrounded by farmland and botanical gardens, Rancho Pescadero stands out thanks to its boho-chic decor and relaxed atmosphere — and the highlight is the extensive wellness facilities. The onsite spa includes an apothecary where guests can create blends of homegrown herbs for treatments. Additional leisure facilities include a hydrotherapy circuit and an indoor/outdoor gym. The resort also has a garden restaurant, cocktail bar, and a rooftop breakfast bar. The resort operates sustainable initiatives that include a solar farm to support its goal of having a fully independent power grid.
Website: Rancho Pescadero, Mexico. Photos © Rancho Pescadero
Did we miss anything? What names didn’t quite make it to the above list of the best hotels of Los Cabos? Here are some additional hotels and resorts that are still worth checking out.
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Author: Travel+Style. Last updated: 15/01/2024
