14 Best Hotels in Los Cabos and the Baja Peninsula, Mexico

Professional and amateur surfers alike claim the prime ocean-view rooms in this small hotel on the cliffs above Playa Costa Azul that has successfully blended surfing and pampering into one property. Tastefully decorated with surfing photographs, rooms have marble floors, huge terraces, minibars, king beds, and pull-out sofas; some have French doors that open to the sea breezes. Guests mingle by the two swimming pools and in the 7 Seas Seafood Grille (which has great fish tacos), and they schedule their day's activities around the daily surf report. A second "quiet pool" makes for a nice resting place after morning yoga. The hotel has a surf school, and surfboard rentals. The small Sea Spa & Salon offers massages developed specifically for surfers' wave-taxed muscles, with many other treatments for nonsurfers, too. Unlike most surf hotels, this property is not pet-friendly and rooms are not for budget travelers. Book early at this popular spot.

As the grand dame of the valley, this magnificent country inn surrounded by vineyards welcomes you with brick archways, fountains, and a pasture with white horses. Owner Tru Miller has won several awards for her unique blended wines, helping to bring outside attention to the valley. Established in 1997, Adobe Guadalupe was one of the first vineyards to be planted in the region, and today it remains among the best with lovely wines (and rooms) named after angels. A fountain courtyard separates rooms from the main house where breakfast is served at a long wooden table. Most come here to relax and enjoy the wines, meaning rooms are simple with king beds, terra-cotta tile flooring, and a European feel that exudes both warmth and elegance. The inn's talented chefs do an admirable five-course dinner in the romantic dining room beside the fire, generously paired with Adobe Guadalupe wines, for $110 per person; the three-course lunch with wine is available for $82. Tru's stable of beautiful horses—she'll take you around the property—is yet another draw (one hour, $100).

Since its opening in 2021, Baja Club has been considered the hotel to stay at in La Paz; the first of now several high-end boutique properties to make themselves home in the capital city. Built in a restored colonial-style villa on a central stretch of the malecón, the hotel has some space limitations but makes the most of it with creative and attractive design. Spring for a balcony room; the outdoor area largely expands the size of your room and having a private space to enjoy the remarkable sunsets is a fine luxury.

Husband and wife duo Fabrizio Cavallo and Nilú Feregrino have dedicated their lives to "conscious living," and Desierto Azul ("where the desert meets the ocean") is their brainchild. Not a single detail was overlooked when designing this four-room microhotel ("we're not boutique, but petite," they say): the property is solar-powered, the beds are fitted with organic sheets and linens, the bath products are locally made and reef-safe, and the bar serves natural wine. They also offer plant-based nutrition workshops twice a month at an on-site cooking studio.

This casual, unfussy resort is touted as a romantic getaway, but with an average of five weddings a week, it's more a destination for families and wedding parties with guests of all ages in attendance. Guests simply check in at the restaurant or bar of their choice, rather than having to wear the brightly colored wristbands synonymous with all-inclusives. The best restaurant of the six is Bordeaux, however, no children under 18 are permitted. Rooms have poster beds, faux-oak furnishings, a lounge area, and stocked minibar and microwave. The U-shape building wraps around two huge pools, with one set aside just for families. The spa, tennis courts, and nightly entertainment keep guests happy for days. Roughly a third of the rooms are timeshare properties, so expect to be pitched with an offer to buy. Wedding and honeymoon packages are offered.

This family-friendly, optional all-inclusive resort is a standout in every sense of the word and every aspect of the experience offered to guests; it’s luxury mixed with class and upscale service. With four gourmet restaurants and three snack bars, the dining options are hard to match in the region, and the "optional" label of the all-inclusive program allows guests to explore the famous dining scene of Los Cabos. However, the best part is the huge size of the rooms---two-bedroom suites come at 1,980 square-foot and include every little amenity you can think of, from a freestanding bathtub, separate rain shower, terrace with a hammock, and even a Nespresso machine. Eight swimming pools, including one for kids and one for adults on a spectacular rooftop terrace, round out an overall remarkable experience for guests of this resort.

Architecture melds perfectly with natural surroundings as hotel suites dramatically hug cliff and sea and subterranean stone passages open to infinity pools framed by cactus gardens and raked sand. The resort is practically on top of its namesake rock formation, a sight that will not cease to amaze at any point of your stay. Solmar has been owned by one of Cabo's founding families (before becoming a hotelier, patriarch Don Luis Bulnes Molleda managed the old fish cannery; today, there's a statue by the marina in his honor) for over 50 years; though the property has been rebuilt and reimagined since, it's still a special slice of San Lucas history.

Small domes and barrel tile roofs top eight buildings at this lovely, hacienda-style resort in the Cabo Del Sol development. Make your way past tiered fountains to the rooms with wrought iron and wood furnishing, Mexican textiles, and terra-cotta floors. The whirlpool tubs and large balconies with ocean views take the hotel beyond chain standards. Standard rooms have either two double beds or one queen, with ocean or garden views. Huge, luxurious pools are surrounded by palms and all the chaise lounges guests need. The 450-yard beach is beautiful, and sometimes the sea in this sheltered cove is calm enough for a swim.

Privacy, comfort, and quality are the pillars of this hacienda-style property that draws a loyal clientele for the central location and reasonable rates. Housed in a two-story building, rooms overlook the pool and vineyard where grapes are produced for their private Melchum label. Four stand-alone rooms at the back are slightly larger and more modern. When not wine tasting, guests can explore the hiking trails or dine at the popular main restaurant (closed Tuesday) where pork, fish, beef, and weekend brunch are served. With an elegant on-site winery, you can sample from their seven labels and enjoy chocolate and wine pairing. For cocktails and simple fare, visit their newest restaurant-bar Aledaño, open for lunch and dinner (closed Monday). 

In the heart of Baja's wine country sits this modern 10-room boutique hotel within walking distance of Valle's top restaurants. Five sleek freestanding structures, reminiscent of upcycled containers, each house two suites with private entrances and rooftop terraces where you can sip a glass of wine while soaking in mountain-and-vineyard views. Wedding parties often book out all five units since the massive bathrooms with vanities (a rarity for Valle hotels) are perfect for brides preparing for their big day. Nespresso coffee pods, smart TVs, stocked minibars, and custom-made bath amenities are a few of the perks that set this property apart from the pack. Seamless comfort starts with the towels and bathrobes and ends at the king-size beds, perfectly firm with linens that have a ridiculously high thread count. Since this hotel is part of the Finca Altozano "compound," you can walk to several restaurants including Animalón, ¡Lupe!, and Gelateria Ramonetti while justifying that second (or third) pour with, "Since I'm not driving ..."

Break out the bottle service: ME Cabo is the perfect base for affluent travelers looking to let loose. Thanks to a partnership with Grupo Rosa Negra, Mexico's premiere high-end, high-energy restaurant group, there's on-site action every afternoon and evening, and beautiful people abound. The same can be said for the scenery; the view of Land's End from the open-air lobby is particularly jaw-dropping. ME Cabo sits on one of the only swimmable beaches in town and was the first hotel in Los Cabos to receive a Queer Destinations distinction for commitment to inclusivity.

This beachside all-inclusive adults-only resort has fabulous rooms decorated in beachy tones of turquoise and gold, with private terraces overlooking the ocean or gardens as well as swim-up rooms, part of The Reserve upgrade section. Step inside the white-and-gold lobby and grab a cocktail from the hip Gastro Bar where chill-out music will make you lose track of time. By day, guests can play volleyball or lounge by the pool, and by night, enjoy movies under the stars or listen to live music. The resort offers one of the largest meeting centers in the region, holding up to 1,100 guests.

This strictly adults-only boutique arts hotel is one block back from the malecón, but the views from the towering (for the area) fifth floor rooftop cannot be beat. While the exterior architecture looks a bit unusual from afar, the interior design of the lobby, restaurants, and rooms are outstanding. Some design choices, however, take the "aesthetic" too far and disrupt the functionality of the space.

Built by prominent Mexican artist Javier Sordo Madaleno, the colorful design and architecture reflecting the famous Arco (arch) make this Westin more memorable than some of the others in the Corridor. The rooms, some set high above the beach, are among the best in their price range and have ocean views and Westin's trademark Heavenly Beds with cushy pillows and comforters. Junior suites have balcony Jacuzzis, marble floors, extra pullout beds, and connecting rooms for families or larger parties. The dramatic setting of the hotel means you'll get plenty of exercise moving from one area to another, which is good for some and less appealing for others. The restaurants receive mixed reviews, with most leaning toward the expensive but mediocre in terms of satisfaction.