Friends and families with big budgets can stretch out in these pinch-me-now, three-bedroom, three-and-a-half-bathroom cliffside villas overlooking the Pacific Ocean. The luxury development is a few miles outside of Cabo San Lucas within a gated community under the umbrella of Pueblo Bonito, with sister resorts here and closer to town. Montecristo, for its part, offers 151 bi-level houses that can sleep eight guests each. Villas are similar in design with high-end amenities such as infinity pools, gourmet kitchens, and stainless steel Weber grills, to name a few. Guests are granted free access to Montecristo's own facilities, as well as Pueblo Bonito's beach, pools, and restaurants (all-inclusive packages are available). Golfers also have access to the award-winning Quivira golf course. Free shuttle service is provided to key points around the resort and to town, though a car will come in handy.
Friends and families with big budgets can stretch out in these pinch-me-now, three-bedroom, three-and-a-half-bathroom cliffside villas overlooking the Pacific Ocean. The luxury development is a few miles outside of Cabo San Lucas within a gated community under the umbrella of Pueblo Bonito, with sister resorts here and closer to town. Montecristo, for its part, offers 151 bi-level houses that can sleep eight guests each. Villas are similar in design with high-end amenities such as infinity pools, gourmet kitchens, and stainless steel Weber grills, to name a few. Guests are granted free access to Montecristo's own facilities, as well as Pueblo Bonito's beach, pools, and restaurants (all-inclusive packages are available). Golfers also have access to the award-winning Quivira golf course. Free shuttle service is provided to key points around the resort and to town, though a car will come in handy.
Boasting scenery in every direction, this 250-room cliffside resort has enjoyed icon status ever since Keith Richards wed Patti Hansen here in ’83. Sandos has undergone expansion and renovations since then, but one thing didn't change: the panoramic views of the sea, the bay, and rugged mountains in between. All guests have unlimited access to multiple bars and restaurants, 24-hour room service, and a kids club; there are also an expansive beach leading to El Arco and four gorgeous pools. Simple rooms come with minibars and balconies, but romantic couples should consider upgrading to the Finisterra Suites for modern decor and access to VIP areas. Rates are among the most competitive in the area for an upscale resort; the Riu Palace Cabo San Lucas is similarly priced but larger and more crowded.
Boasting scenery in every direction, this 250-room cliffside resort has enjoyed icon status ever since Keith Richards wed Patti Hansen here in ’83. Sandos has undergone expansion and renovations since then, but one thing didn't change: the panoramic views of the sea, the bay, and rugged mountains in between. All guests have unlimited access to multiple bars and restaurants, 24-hour room service, and a kids club; there are also an expansive beach leading to El Arco and four gorgeous pools. Simple rooms come with minibars and balconies, but romantic couples should consider upgrading to the Finisterra Suites for modern decor and access to VIP areas. Rates are among the most competitive in the area for an upscale resort; the Riu Palace Cabo San Lucas is similarly priced but larger and more crowded.
This laid-back, mid-range boutique hotel has just 16 suites (all with kitchenettes, some with two bedrooms), plenty of authentic Mexican charm, and a central courtyard pool. It has an inland location on the outskirts of downtown Cabo San Lucas. There is no full-service restaurant but rates include daily breakfast on the patio and several dining options are within walking distance. We encountered extremely hospitable service (hugs were common!). Taxis are readily available, but a car rental would be helpful for exploring the area. Those willing to trade the charming, kitchenette-equipped rooms here for beach proximity may want to consider Bahia Hotel & Beach Club.
This laid-back, mid-range boutique hotel has just 16 suites (all with kitchenettes, some with two bedrooms), plenty of authentic Mexican charm, and a central courtyard pool. It has an inland location on the outskirts of downtown Cabo San Lucas. There is no full-service restaurant but rates include daily breakfast on the patio and several dining options are within walking distance. We encountered extremely hospitable service (hugs were common!). Taxis are readily available, but a car rental would be helpful for exploring the area. Those willing to trade the charming, kitchenette-equipped rooms here for beach proximity may want to consider Bahia Hotel & Beach Club.
Villa Del Arco Beach Resort & Grand Spa is a three-and-a-half-pearl all-inclusive resort that sits on Playa Medano, with great views of Land's End. This is a family-friendly spot, and the huge pool complex features a full-size pirate ship. There are also two oceanfront restaurants for casual dining, and the three-floor spa and gym is one of the largest in Cabo San Lucas. The 222 rooms feature an excellent list of amenities, including kitchenettes (or full kitchens) and furnished balconies, but Wi-Fi isn't free and timeshare sales can be pushy. The hotel’s stretch of Medano Beach is beautiful, though the sea out here can border on dangerous, and reaching downtown requires a car. For less money, guests will find most of the same amenities at the four-pearl Playa Grande Resort & Grand Spa.
Villa Del Arco Beach Resort & Grand Spa is a three-and-a-half-pearl all-inclusive resort that sits on Playa Medano, with great views of Land's End. This is a family-friendly spot, and the huge pool complex features a full-size pirate ship. There are also two oceanfront restaurants for casual dining, and the three-floor spa and gym is one of the largest in Cabo San Lucas. The 222 rooms feature an excellent list of amenities, including kitchenettes (or full kitchens) and furnished balconies, but Wi-Fi isn't free and timeshare sales can be pushy. The hotel’s stretch of Medano Beach is beautiful, though the sea out here can border on dangerous, and reaching downtown requires a car. For less money, guests will find most of the same amenities at the four-pearl Playa Grande Resort & Grand Spa.
Villa la Estancia is the flagship property in a mini-compound of three sister resorts in Cabo San Lucas. The 150-room, three-and-a-half-pearl hotel features a solid list of amenities including a large, zero-entry pool, two restaurants with alfresco dining, and a broad stretch of beach. At a minimum, every room features flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, and private balconies or terraces; upgraded Villas add outdoor barbecues and whirlpool tubs. However, the a la carte restaurants can be pricey (although all-inclusive packages are available) and the beach -- while beautiful -- can be choppy. While its beach isn’t as accessible, the massive Playa Grande Resort & Grand Spa offers more amenities -- including additional restaurants and pools -- for less money.
Villa la Estancia is the flagship property in a mini-compound of three sister resorts in Cabo San Lucas. The 150-room, three-and-a-half-pearl hotel features a solid list of amenities including a large, zero-entry pool, two restaurants with alfresco dining, and a broad stretch of beach. At a minimum, every room features flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, and private balconies or terraces; upgraded Villas add outdoor barbecues and whirlpool tubs. However, the a la carte restaurants can be pricey (although all-inclusive packages are available) and the beach -- while beautiful -- can be choppy. While its beach isn’t as accessible, the massive Playa Grande Resort & Grand Spa offers more amenities -- including additional restaurants and pools -- for less money.
This upper-middle-range resort opened in the 1980s and sees a steady stream of regular time-share owners and families. It offers distinct rounded Mexican-style architecture, stellar views of El Arco rock formation, a location on Medano Beach, and two outdoor pools with pool bars. When not using their in-room kitchenettes, guests can snack on poolside sushi and enjoy nightly themed events at the beachfront restaurant with their toes in the sand. The 113 villas have one to four bedrooms and are (purposefully) without phones and TVs. The location is walking distance to town for more action, though a short taxi ride is safer at night. Parking is free, as is Wi-Fi in common areas.
This upper-middle-range resort opened in the 1980s and sees a steady stream of regular time-share owners and families. It offers distinct rounded Mexican-style architecture, stellar views of El Arco rock formation, a location on Medano Beach, and two outdoor pools with pool bars. When not using their in-room kitchenettes, guests can snack on poolside sushi and enjoy nightly themed events at the beachfront restaurant with their toes in the sand. The 113 villas have one to four bedrooms and are (purposefully) without phones and TVs. The location is walking distance to town for more action, though a short taxi ride is safer at night. Parking is free, as is Wi-Fi in common areas.