11 Los Cabos Hotels for a Heavenly Mexico Getaway
Los Cabos and the surrounding Baja Peninsula have never been shy about their scenery. This is a place where desert cliffs drop straight into electric-blue water, whales breach just offshore, and sunsets take over the entire sky with awe-inspiring colors. Over the past decade, the region has evolved from a spring-break favorite into one of Mexico’s most polished and diverse hotel destinations. Travelers come for the easy flights from the US, but return over and over, like me, for the drama of the setting and the level of hospitality that keeps outdoing itself.
There is just so much on offer in Los Cabos. You can check into design-forward resorts carved into the coastline, quiet luxury escapes that feel almost meditative in their calm, lively beachfront stays centered around swimmable coves, or boutique hideaways that tap into Baja’s creative, sun-drenched spirit. And the growth continues with an array of high-end resorts slated to open by 2030 (hello, Aman!).
Ready to find your perfect fit? These are the 11 best hotels in Los Cabos worth checking into now.
How we choose the best hotels in Los Cabos
Every hotel review on this list has been written by a Condé Nast Traveler journalist who knows the destination and has visited that property. When choosing hotels, our editors consider properties across price points that offer an authentic and insider experience of a destination, keeping design, location, service, and sustainability credentials top of mind.
Gamaliel Garcia/La ValisehotelLa Valise Los Cabos
$$La Valise Los Cabos is a seven-casita hideaway on the East Cape that feels more like staying at a friend’s bohemian beach house than checking in to a traditional hotel. Accessible only by a long, bumpy dirt road and surrounded by desert scrub and wild coastline, it attracts travelers who prefer their getaways remote, soulful, and authentic. The property began as a cluster of homes built by American friends, but was taken over by Namron Hospitality in November 2025, which gently refined the decor while preserving its lived-in warmth. Each casa features adobe textures, hand-carved wood, and indoor-outdoor living—book the Penthouse for sweeping views and open-air sleeping. The food remains simple and home-cooked, the service casual and personal, and, although it’s still being updated, the property overall retains the offbeat charm that makes this stretch of the East Cape feel like a true escape.
Courtesy Four Seasons Resort Los Cabos at Costa PalmashotelFour Seasons Resort Los Cabos at Costa Palmas
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Readers' Choice Awards 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2025Set right on the beach, against the backdrop of the Sierra de la Laguna Mountains, the Four Seasons is one of the area’s sleekest stays. Exclusivity is of course a draw—a handful of celebrities from LA are rumored to have bought villas here—but there’s also a strong outdoor-adventure pull, including snorkeling in nearby Cabo Pulmo National Marine Park, where giant polka-dot whale sharks hunt for plankton, and quad-biking empty sand dunes. Toes-in-the-sand El Puesto is the spot for ceviche and margaritas; for a proper sit-down meal, an outpost of beloved Greek restaurant Estiatorio Milos serves seafood suppers. All 141 rooms are designed to blend into the surrounding desertscape with sliding glass doors that lead to private terraces, as well as views of the Sea of Cortez. And unlike on the rough, rocky Pacific side of Baja, the waters here are as tranquil as a lake. —Jen Murphy
Courtesy One&Only PalmillahotelOne&Only Palmilla
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Gold List 2018, 2020, 2022 Readers' Choice Awards 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2025Arriving at this spot on the very tip of the Baja Peninsula feels like coming home. Many of the staff are third-generation employees who remember not only your name but also whether you prefer your margarita made with tequila or mezcal (and which brand), and where you like your yoga mat to be set up in your room. The rooms themselves have whitewashed hacienda-style architecture brightened with hand-embroidered textiles, plus perks such as private butlers and, in the case of Villa Cortez, an exclusive fitness suite, spa room, and beach cabana. There is no shortage of glitzy new five-stars, but as the area’s first proper hotel, Palmilla has a serious advantage: real estate. Its secluded location on one of Cabo’s only swimmable beaches is unbeatable. In the ’50s, Hollywood’s elite flocked here, and today a fresh generation of A-listers does the same. A commitment to discretion and timeless glamour in an age of social-media noise, as well as constant reinvention (such as new wellness offerings), has allowed Baja’s big hitter to continue holding court. —J.M.
Barbara Kraft/Courtesy Montage Los CaboshotelMontage Los Cabos
$$ | Readers' Choice Awards 2020, 2021Located on 39 quiet acres of beachfront between the overdeveloped hotel zones of Cabo San Lucas and San José del Cabo, Montage looks out on the serene, divinely swimmable waters of Santa Maria Bay. As impressive is the fact that all of the 122 guest rooms, suites, and casas (not just top-tier rooms) have ocean views, expansive terraces with daybeds, dining areas, and outdoor showers—just the sort of breezy indoor/outdoor setup you want on a beach holiday. And in a town where things can go from place-defining to cliché quickly, Montage gets it right. Interiors have a Mexican 2.0 aesthetic that leans into local materials well-executed in a sophisticated desert palette (lots of native wood, earth-toned woven throws and hanging tapestries, and creamy sandstone), and landscaping embraces native, drought-resistant plants like agave, flowering desert figs, and saguaros. The real treat, though, is to sit by the pool with a book and michelada, knowing that the Pacific is there waiting when you’re ready for your plunge. —Rebecca Misner
Courtesy The Cape/Photo by Francisco EstradahotelThe Cape, A Thompson Hotel
$$ | Hot List 2016 Readers' Choice Awards 2016, 2017, 2019, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025The Cape, A Thompson Hotel brings urban-cool energy to one of Cabo’s most dramatic stretches of coastline, where every room faces the Pacific and the Cabo Arch steals the spotlight. The Deluxe King Ocean View room comes with a daybed terrace perfect for watching surfers carve through Monuments Beach and for sunsets that turn the entire bay electric. The infinity pool sits so close to the shoreline that it feels like it spills into the surf—coveted in-pool chairs vanish early, so plan ahead. The vibe is undeniably social—expect lounge beats, a packed rooftop at sunset, and a crowd of stylish 30-somethings looking to see and be seen. Dining is a standout with Manta drawing food-savvy travelers for its Baja-meets-Asian plates, and The Rooftop serves some of the best cocktails in town (with exceptional views to match).
Courtesy Paradero Todos SantoshotelParadero Todos Santos
$$$ | Hot List 2021 Readers' Choice Awards 2023, 2024, 2025Though experience-based lodgings are old news in countries throughout South America and Africa, Paradero claims to be the first hotel brand to introduce the model to Mexico. The resort, set in front of a palm tree oasis about 20 minutes from the beach, is made up of a series of brutalist-inspired structures designed by architects Ruben Valdez and Yashar Yektajo. They took note of the landscape’s sunbaked hues and designed the property in golden shades to blend into the sandy natural surroundings. The buildings’ desert tones also allow the plants in the resort’s 100,000-square-foot botanical garden to pop: red sand verbena, Mojave yucca, and Shaw’s agave. Though the resort’s outdoor spa and half-moon-shaped infinity pool make it hard to leave the grounds, it would be a shame to miss out on guided hikes through cactus fields to reach the deserted Las Palmas beach, taco tours of the best local spots in Todos Santos, or private surf lessons. The hotel has custom boards positioned in the open-air living room, an airy sanctuary where guests kick back and relax post-adventure in anticipation of seafood-centric meals prepared by chef Eduardo Ríos, an alum of Enrique Olvera’s Mexico City restaurant Pujol. —Michaela Trimble
Baja Club HotelhotelBaja Club Hotel
$$ | Hot List 2022The opening of Baja Club Hotel along the esplanade of La Paz in 2021 brought the coastal town its first proper boutique hotel. Attracting the creative, artistic elite of Mexico City and beyond, the 32-room, Spanish colonial–style property serves as a base for further explorations in the Sea of Cortez, from swimming with the area’s seasonal visitors—whale sharks and blue whales—to boating trips to the biodiverse Espíritu Santo island. The rooms all have either a balcony, terrace, or private outdoor patio, with cream-and-coral striped banquettes as well as Grupo Habita’s classic minibar staple: a house bottle of mezcal for guests to enjoy. —M.T.
Courtesy The Luxury CollectionhotelSolaz, a Luxury Collection Resort, Los Cabos
Readers' Choice Awards 2019, 2021, 2023, 2024, 2025Solaz, a Marriott Luxury Collection Resort, sits on the Los Cabos corridor, perfectly positioned between Cabo San Lucas and San José del Cabo. Its striking stone-and-glass architecture by Javier Sordo Madaleno Bringas blends into the desert landscape, with commissioned Mexican art and more than 150 endemic plants reinforcing its four design pillars: art, architecture, landscape, and wellness. Rooms are sleek and minimalist, featuring pale stone, huanacaxtle wood, and terraces with plunge pools, cacti, and sandy patches that feel like private beaches. Oceanfront Suites offer the best views, while multi-bedroom residences with kitchens and dining areas cater to families and groups. Dining is a highlight, especially Michelin-recognized Al Pairo and Riccio di Mare’s Italian seafood, while villas and residences can host resort-provided chefs for a spectacular meal at home. With its seamless blend of design, culture, and Baja’s raw landscape, Solaz feels like a modern sanctuary by the sea.
Courtesy HiltonhotelHilton Los Cabos
$$Set above one of Cabo’s rare swimmable beaches, Hilton Los Cabos delivers a polished, high-end experience with a strong culinary program. Talavera brings real personality to the dining scene with its modern Mexican dishes, while the mezcal bar, cooking classes, mixology sessions, and themed evenings give the resort a sense of fun that guests don’t always expect from a larger brand. You’ll see families by the often-calm cove and splash-friendly pools, and couples gravitating to the quieter pockets of AltaMar. Hilton Los Cabos, with its warm and attentive service, manages to deliver a high-end beach escape without the stiffness or price tag of Cabo’s most exclusive names.
Blake Marvin/Waldorf Astoria Los Cabos PedregalhotelWaldorf Astoria Los Cabos Pedregal
$$$ | Gold List 2018 Readers' Choice Awards 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025Waldorf Astoria Los Cabos Pedregal is one of those exceptional resorts where the location does half the talking. The private tunnel arrival through Pedregal Mountain feels cinematic, but it’s the calming crash of the Pacific Ocean that really lets you reset. Days here are unhurried, studded with long breakfasts, hours by pools that seem to merge with the ocean, bites of ceviche from the Crudo Bar, and cliffside sunset dinners at El Farallón. Rooms lean into Baja’s textures of stone, wood, and soft neutrals, while the private plunge pools make it hard to justify leaving. This property is an escape that feels secluded without drifting into remote, with service that is confident and never fussy. Pedregal appears on best-of lists year after year, and it only takes a moment on property to understand why.
Zadún, a Ritz Carlton ReservehotelZadún, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve
$$$ | Hot List 2020 Readers' Choice Awards 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2025Zadún, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve, brings the limited Reserve brand’s ultra-luxury ethos to San José del Cabo. Perched high above the dunes with cinematic views of the Sea of Cortez, the resort feels more like a private estate than a hotel, with each guest cared for by a personal tosoani ("dream watchers") under Ritz-Carlton’s elite “Ladies and Gentlemen” philosophy of service. The 114 rooms and suites come with a variety of plunge pools, terraces, and views that stretch to the horizon, with multi-bedroom residences and a villa catering especially well to families. Add in whale watching from your terrace, the Cousteau-inspired Ambassadors of the Environment program for kids, and a sensory-led wellness program, and Zadún will leave you rested, restored, and ready to plot your return.
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