Cabo is paradise — it’s situated at the tip of the Baja peninsula on the Sea of Cortez. Stunning sunsets and turquoise water and generally great weather. Los Cabos is what the area is called — and consists of Cabo San Lucas and San Jose del Cabo. I think Cabo is one of the best spots to visit in Mexico — there are many beautiful resorts and delicious, fresh foods. There are a few things to consider about Cabo when visiting. I shared our exact itinerary and what I’d do differently next time.
Stay
We stayed at the Esperanza and it delivered — classic, impeccable service and location, beautiful views, and a private beach. It was totally luxe and a wonderful place to relax and recharge.
Here’s what I didn’t know — the private beach was small and not walkable. You also can’t really get in the ocean because it’s so rocky. Knowing this, I probably would’ve chosen to stay somewhere with a beach for morning walks (one of my favorite things to do on a beach vacation). We thoroughly enjoyed our stay though and I definitely recommend it (as long as you don’t mind the beach).
Years ago I stayed at the One & Only Palmilla in Cabo. It was extraordinary – top notch service, beautiful grounds. And key for me — a walkable beach. [I don’t believe you’re able to get in the water though for the same reasons as Esperanza — a rocky beach].
Another place we visited during our trip and that I would love to stay in a future trip is The Cape. Absolutely beautiful view and trendy and modern design. The restaurant, Manta, was one of our favorite meals during our trip. Another spot I’d check out in the future is Chileno Bay, which is on one of Cabo’s swimmable beaches.
There are seven accessible beaches in Cabo. If walking on the beach and/or getting into the water is important to you — research before and make sure whatever hotel you choose is on an accessible beach.
Do
Food
San Lucas
Los Cabos
San Jose
Shop
Our itinerary
Day 1 (we arrived on a Saturday afternoon)
Pool, napped, and dinner at resort
Day 2
Morning + Day
Breakfast + massages + lunch at the resort
Hang in beach cabana + read + enjoyed watching the ocean
Evening
Dinner at Manta at 5:30p
Next time: get to The Cape at 4:30-5p and watch sunset from rooftop bar then head to dinner around 6pm
Day 3
Morning + Day
Up early to watch the sunset from the beach
Breakfast at resort
Hang in beach cabana + read + enjoyed watching the ocean (I worked on an upcoming program too)
Fish tacos for lunch on the beach
Evening
Arrive to Nobu hotel – watched sunset from the bar
Dinner at Nobu (delicious and beautiful grounds – worth the trek). Plan to get there early so you can watch the sunset.
Day 4
Morning + Day
Breakfast at resort
Hang in beach cabana for a work call
Lunch at resort
Laid by pool to read + nap + enjoy the beauty
Evening
Arrive at Waldorf hotel – watched sunset from the bar
Dinner at El Farrallon, which was on a beautiful beach — great location. Plan to get there early so you can watch the sunset at the bar or on the grounds.
Day 5
Morning + Day
Breakfast at resort
Laid by pool overlooking the ocean + read + enjoyed the beauty
Lunch at Acre Baja
Toured Acre Baja grounds — saw all the rescue animals (!)
Walked around Flora Farms + checked out the shops
Evening
Dinner at Toro
Next time: tbh I’d skip Toro
Day 6
Morning + Day
Breakfast at resort
Laid by pool overlooking the ocean + read + enjoyed the beauty
Lunch at resort
More laying at the pool + reading 😉
Evening
Drove into San Jose for the Art Walk – walked around and checked out the local artists
Shops near the square (Cobalto, Indian Hands, and others we popped into)
Dinner at Don Sanchez
Notes + What I’d do differently/next time
- Plan around sunset (we came during November so sunsert started around 5:15pm) – make dinner reservations for 6pm or later. Everywhere we went on the beach had an amazing space to sit and enjoy the sunset.
- There are seven accessible beaches in Cabo. If walking on the beach and/or getting into the water is important to you — research before and make sure whatever hotel you choose is on an accessible beach.
- I liked that we left the resort a few times and saw both Cabo San Lucas and San Jose del Cabo (collectively known as Los Cabos).
- There is an Art Walk on Thursday nights in San Jose (I believe from November to April). It was touristy but fun to check out — we’re glad we went.
- I want to have lunch or dinner at Flora Farms — the grounds were beautiful (it gave me San Ysidro Ranch vibes in Santa Barbara).
- Watch a sunset from The Cape rooftop bar.
- Try El Huerto for lunch or dinner.
