Los Cabos has been one of our favorite escapes for more than a decade, from girls’ trips to family vacations, and it keeps getting better. Where the desert meets the sea at the very tip of the Baja Peninsula, you will find some of the most beautiful resorts in the world, a food scene now recognized by the Michelin Guide and a wave of glamorous new openings. Here is everything we would book for the most luxurious trip to Los Cabos right now.

Where to Stay

Grand Velas Los Cabos

Our home base on our last trip, and the best all-inclusive we have ever stayed at. Every suite faces the ocean, the infinity pools are endless and the spa is one of the best in Mexico. It is also home to Cocina de Autor, the only Michelin-starred restaurant in Los Cabos. Read our full Grand Velas Los Cabos review.

Las Ventanas al Paraíso, A Rosewood Resort

The gold standard for service in Cabo. Expect huge suites with private plunge pools, beautifully hushed grounds and a tequila and ceviche bar you will dream about long after you leave.

One&Only Palmilla

The original Los Cabos luxury resort, and still one of the most glamorous. Its biggest perk is a protected cove, one of the few truly swimmable beaches in the area.

Waldorf Astoria Los Cabos Pedregal

Reached through a private tunnel carved into the mountain, Pedregal is dramatic from the moment you arrive. Every room has its own plunge pool, and the clifftop setting is breathtaking.

Mar del Cabo

For an intimate, design-lover’s stay, this boutique retreat is a dream, with whitewashed villas, palapa-shaded lounges and a relaxed, barefoot-chic feel. Read about our stay at Mar del Cabo.

Amanvari

The newest and most exclusive address in Baja. Aman’s first resort in the region opened this August on the quiet East Cape with just a handful of secluded casitas. It is the ultimate splurge.

Where to Eat

Cocina de Autor

The only restaurant in Los Cabos with a Michelin star. The eight-course tasting menu is a work of art, and the dining room at Grand Velas makes it feel like a true occasion.

Manta at The Cape

Chef Enrique Olvera’s restaurant blends Japanese, Peruvian and Mexican flavors with stunning views of El Arco.

Flora’s Field Kitchen

A Cabo icon. Lunch at this farm in the foothills outside San José del Cabo is pure magic, with produce picked steps away, wood-fired pizzas and the most charming setting.

Acre

Another farm-to-table favorite with a Michelin Green Star, set in a lush palm grove. Go for dinner and stay for cocktails under the string lights.

Mezcal at Montage Los Cabos

The resort’s signature restaurant is Michelin-recognized and has a wonderful wine list. Ask for a table on the terrace.

El Farallon at Waldorf Astoria Pedregal

Seafood by the kilo on a terrace carved into the cliffs, with waves crashing just below. Arrive early for a glass of Champagne at the Champagne terrace.

Where to Grab Drinks

• The Rooftop at The Cape: The best sunset view of El Arco in Cabo. Arrive before golden hour.
• Sunset MonaLisa: Clifftop sunset cocktails with an Italian menu and some of the most romantic views in Los Cabos.
• The tequila bar at Las Ventanas: Book a tasting to learn about Mexico’s finest tequilas and mezcals.
• Ánima Village: The new luxury lifestyle village at Cabo del Sol is full of chic places for a sundowner, shopping and art.

Unique Los Cabos Experiences

Sunset sail to El Arco

Charter a private yacht or catamaran for a sunset cruise past Lover’s Beach and the famous rock arch at Land’s End. Bring Champagne.

Whale watching

From mid-December through April, humpback and gray whales migrate to the warm waters off Los Cabos. Book a small-group or private boat for the best experience.

San José del Cabo Art Walk

On Thursday evenings from November through June, the galleries in San José’s historic district open their doors with wine, music and art. It is the perfect way to start a night out.

A day in Todos Santos

This bohemian Pueblo Mágico about an hour away is full of boutiques, galleries and great restaurants. Make a day of it and catch the sunset on the Pacific.

Spa day

Cabo resorts have some of the best spas anywhere. Book a treatment at Grand Velas, Las Ventanas or One&Only Palmilla, and plan to linger in the hydrotherapy circuit.

Our Los Cabos Tip Sheet

• Getting there: Fly into San José del Cabo (SJD), which has nonstop flights from many U.S. cities including Dallas.
• When to go: November through April is high season, with perfect weather and whale-watching season in the winter. Summer is hot but quieter.
• Swimming: Many Cabo beaches have strong currents, so swim only where it is marked as safe, like Chileno Bay, Santa Maria Bay or the cove at One&Only Palmilla.
• Book ahead: Reserve Cocina de Autor, Flora’s and your sunset sail as soon as your dates are set, especially during the holidays.
• Getting around: Book a private driver for dinners off-property. The Tourist Corridor between San José and Cabo San Lucas is about 20 miles.
• What to pack: Chic swimwear, a few cover-ups, linen, a sun hat and one dressy look for dinner.

Planning your trip? Read about our stay at Paradisus Los Cabos too. Have you been to Los Cabos? Tell us your favorite spots in the comments!