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5-star hotels in San Jose Del Cabo
A shortlist of the 5-star hotels of San José del Cabo, gathered for travellers who want a beachfront resort base on the Los Cabos corridor: couples, families and anyone planning a golf or spa holiday in Baja California Sur.
Staying in San Jose Del Cabo
San José del Cabo pairs a historic centre of galleries, restaurants and a plaza you can walk with a hotel zone built for pool-and-beach resort stays. The main beach is long and beautiful but its currents mean it is for walking rather than swimming; the calm coves at Palmilla, Chileno and Santa María lie along the Corridor, 10-25 minutes by car, and the estuary offers birds and gentle dawn walks.
Nearly every hotel on this list sits along the Transpeninsular highway at the kilometre markers of the hotel zone and the Corridor — from Kilometre 7.5 at Punta Palmilla up to Km 29 — with others on Paseo Malecón in the Zona Hotelera, Boulevard San José in Zona Fonatur, Avenida Paseo de los Pescadores at La Playita by Puerto Los Cabos, and Boulevard Mar de Cortez. Couples have adults-only houses, families have resorts with family rooms and kids pools, and golfers and spa-goers are well served.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Hilton Los Cabos
Carretera Transp. Km. 19.5, San Jose Del Cabo
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Fitness Center
- Family rooms
Why stay hereSet on the Transpeninsular highway at Km. 19.5, Hilton Los Cabos gives families and active guests plenty to work with: family rooms, a fitness center and a garden, with the beach nearby. Golfers have a golf course on hand, and diving and fishing can be arranged. A 24-hour front desk, free car parking and babysitting service cover the practical side, while bars and entertainment activities fill the evenings. It suits travelers who want a full-service 5-star base with sport and children's needs both accounted for.
See Hilton Los CabosKrystal Grand Los Cabos All Inclusive
Km. 29 Carretera Transpeninsular S N Cp, San Jose Del Cabo
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Bar/Snack/Café
- Fitness Center
Why stay hereThis all-inclusive at Km. 29 on the Carretera Transpeninsular is built for easy days: buffet and dinner service, bars, and a games room keep everyone occupied, with the beach nearby. Family rooms and babysitting service make it a workable choice for parents, and the fitness center, garden and entertainment activities round out the offering. Free car parking and a 24-hour front desk simplify arrivals, and currency exchange is on site. Divers and snorkellers have diving and scuba diving available. Best for families and groups who prefer their meals and activities arranged in one place.
See Krystal Grand Los Cabos All InclusiveParadisus Los Cabos Adults Only
Carretera Transpeninsular Km 19.5, San Jose Del Cabo
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Fitness Center
- Beach nearby
Why stay hereAdults only, this Carretera Transpeninsular Km 19.5 resort shapes itself around couples and friends traveling without children. Aerobics and a fitness center handle activity, the beach nearby and a garden provide the setting, and bars plus dinner service carry the evenings. Diving and fishing are available for those heading out on the water, and car rental service makes excursions simple. Express-style conveniences such as a 24-hour front desk, housekeeping, laundry service and free car parking keep the stay smooth. A good fit for a quiet 5-star stay centered on sport, water and dining.
See Paradisus Los Cabos Adults OnlyLas Ventanas al Paraiso A Rosewood Resort
Km 19.5 Ctra. Transpeninsular, San Jose Del Cabo
Best for: Drivers · Breakfast
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
- Fitness Center
Why stay hereA Rosewood resort at Km 19.5 on the Transpeninsular, Las Ventanas al Paraiso leans toward leisure with a golf course and floodlit driving range, a fitness center, and bicycle hire for getting around. The beach nearby and a garden set the scene, while bars, a cafe and breakfast cover dining through the day. Horse back riding and diving are among the activities on offer. Concierge, express check in and check out, free car parking and free wifi smooth the logistics. It appeals to guests who want golf, riding and water sports within one 5-star property.
See Las Ventanas al Paraiso A Rosewood ResortGR Solaris Lighthouse
Boulevard San Jose S N Zona Fonatur, San Jose Del Cabo
Best for: Families · Business trips
- Bar/Snack/Café
- Family rooms
- Beach nearby
Why stay hereOn Boulevard San Jose in the Zona Fonatur, GR Solaris Lighthouse mixes family practicality with resort activity. Family rooms and babysitting service serve parents, a business center and copy service serve working guests, and the buffet, bar/snack/cafe and dinner service keep meals easy. The beach nearby, entertainment activities and diving are there for free time, and a fireplace and fan appear among the room features. Express check in, a 24-hour front desk and currency exchange help on arrival. It suits families and business travelers who want a 5-star base in the hotel zone.
See GR Solaris LighthouseOne&Only Palmilla
Carretera Transpeninunsular Kilometro 7.5 Punta Palmilla, San Jose Del Cabo
Best for: Families · Breakfast
- Breakfast in room
- Bar/Snack/Café
- Family rooms
Why stay herePunta Palmilla, at Km. 7.5 on the Transpeninsular, is the address for One&Only Palmilla, a resort with a chapel on site and a strong dining setup: bar/snack/cafe, breakfast in room and dinner service. The beach nearby and a garden shape the grounds, and a fitness center, diving and fishing cover active days. Family rooms and babysitting service welcome children, while a business center and car rental service handle work and excursions. Concierge, express check in and a 24-hour front desk look after guests. It fits celebrations, families and travelers who want a full-service 5-star stay at Palmilla.
See One&Only PalmillaThe Westin Los Cabos Resort Villas
Carretera Transpeninsular Km 22.5 Los Cabos Baja California, San Jose Del Cabo
Best for: Families · Breakfast
- Breakfast
- Bar/Snack/Café
- Fitness Center
Why stay hereAt Km. 22.5 on the Carretera Transpeninsular, The Westin Los Cabos Resort Villas is aimed at longer stays and families: family rooms, a dishwasher and a fireplace in the units, plus breakfast and breakfast in room. Aerobics and a fitness center keep guests moving, the beach nearby and a garden provide outdoor space, and bars plus dinner service cover evenings. Concierge, express check in and free parking-adjacent conveniences such as a 24-hour front desk make arrival easy. It works well for groups and households who want villa-style space within a 5-star resort.
See The Westin Los Cabos Resort VillasViceroy Los Cabos
Paseo Malecón San José Lote 8 Zona Hotelera, San Jose Del Cabo
Best for: Drivers · Breakfast
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
- Fitness Center
Why stay hereOn Paseo Malecón San José in the Zona Hotelera, Viceroy Los Cabos pairs a beach-nearby setting with a fitness center and free wifi, plus bicycle hire and darts for downtime. Breakfast and breakfast in room, bars and coffee keep the day running, and a fireplace adds a room-level comfort. Concierge and a 24-hour front desk handle requests, and free car parking removes a chore. Diving and fishing are available for outings on the water. It suits design-minded travelers and couples who want a 5-star base close to the hotel zone's own streets.
See Viceroy Los CabosJW Marriott Los Cabos Beach Resort & Spa
Fraccion Hotelera Fh5 C1, San Jose Del Cabo
Best for: Families · Breakfast
- Breakfast in room
- Bar/Snack/Café
- Family rooms
Why stay hereJW Marriott Los Cabos Beach Resort & Spa, at Fraccion Hotelera Fh5 C1, is a broad 5-star operation: a business center and copy service for work, family rooms and babysitting service for parents, and a fitness center plus diving for recreation. Bar/snack/cafe, breakfast in room and bars handle food and drink, and the beach nearby anchors the setting. Concierge, express check in, currency exchange and car rental service cover the practical side. It suits families and business travelers who want a full-service resort with spa and beach access in San Jose Del Cabo.
See JW Marriott Los Cabos Beach Resort & SpaMarquis Los Cabos an All Inclusive Adults Only & No Timeshare Resort
Carretera Traspeninsular Km 21.5, San Jose Del Cabo
Best for: Breakfast · Business trips
- Breakfast in room
- Bar/Snack/Café
- Beach nearby
Why stay hereAdults only and no timeshare, Marquis Los Cabos sits at Km. 21.5 on the Carretera Transpeninsular. Archery and a fitness center add activity beyond the beach nearby, while bars, bar/snack/cafe and dinner service plus breakfast in room cover dining. A business center and copy service are available for work, and car rental service and currency exchange simplify outings. Concierge, express check in and a 24-hour front desk keep things running. It fits couples and friends who want an all-inclusive 5-star stay with sport and quiet, without sales presentations.
See Marquis Los Cabos an All Inclusive Adults Only & No Timeshare ResortSecrets Puerto Los Cabos Golf & Spa Resort
Avenida Paseo De Los Pescadores S N La Playita Sa, San Jose Del Cabo
Best for: Breakfast · Business trips
- Breakfast
- Bar/Snack/Café
- Beach nearby
Why stay hereSecrets Puerto Los Cabos Golf & Spa Resort, on Avenida Paseo De Los Pescadores in La Playita, combines golf with an all-inclusive format. Aerobics, archery and darts give the days variety, a fitness center supports routines, and bicycle hire opens up the surroundings. Bars, bar/snack/cafe, breakfast in room and dinner service keep guests fed, and the beach nearby is a short step away. A business center, currency exchange and car rental service are on hand. It suits couples and golfers who want an adults-oriented 5-star resort near the marina area.
See Secrets Puerto Los Cabos Golf & Spa ResortLe Blanc Spa Resort Los Cabos Adults Only
Carretera Transpeninsular Km 18.4 Lomas Del Tule 23400 San José Del Cabo Baja California Sur, San Jose Del Cabo
Best for: Drivers · Breakfast
- Free car parking
- Breakfast in room
- Bar/Snack/Café
Why stay hereLe Blanc Spa Resort Los Cabos Adults Only, at Km. 18.4 on the Carretera Transpeninsular in Lomas Del Tule, is designed for couples: adults-only throughout, with bars, bar/snack/cafe and breakfast in room for dining, and a fitness center plus diving and fishing for active days. The beach nearby is the main draw, and free wifi and free car parking are included. Concierge, express check in and a 24-hour front desk handle the details. It suits travelers who want a polished 5-star, adults-only escape with water activities close by.
See Le Blanc Spa Resort Los Cabos Adults OnlyZadun Los Cabos a Ritz Carlton Reserve
Boulevard Mar De Cortez, San Jose Del Cabo
Best for: Families · Breakfast
- Breakfast
- Bar/Snack/Café
- Family rooms
Why stay hereZadun Los Cabos a Ritz Carlton Reserve, on Boulevard Mar De Cortez, is a 5-star property with family rooms and babysitting service alongside a fitness center and bicycle hire. Breakfast and breakfast in room, bar/snack/cafe and dinner service cover dining, and the beach nearby sets the location. Diving and fishing are available for time on the water, and concierge, express check in and a 24-hour front desk keep service responsive. It suits families and couples who want a reserve-style resort with both quiet comforts and activities on site.
See Zadun Los Cabos a Ritz Carlton ReserveSolaz a Luxury Collection Resort Los Cabos
Km 18.5 Carretera Transpeninsular Csl Sjc, San Jose Del Cabo
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Kids pool
- Free car parking
- Breakfast in room
Why stay hereAt Km. 18.5 on the Carretera Transpeninsular, Solaz a Luxury Collection Resort Los Cabos brings a fitness center and gymnasium, a jacuzzi, massage and a kids pool, with the beach nearby and a garden on the grounds. Breakfast in room and a market cover food, and bars are on hand for later. Free wifi and free car parking are included, and concierge plus a 24-hour front desk manage requests. It suits families with children and travelers who want wellness facilities and beach access in one 5-star resort.
See Solaz a Luxury Collection Resort Los CabosCasa Maat At JW Marriott Los Cabos Beach Resort & Spa
Fraccion Hotelera Fh5 C1, San Jose Del Cabo
Best for: Families · Breakfast
- Breakfast
- Bar/Snack/Café
- Family rooms
Why stay hereCasa Maat At JW Marriott Los Cabos Beach Resort & Spa, at Fraccion Hotelera Fh5 C1, offers a more contained 5-star stay with family rooms and babysitting service, a business center and copy service, and a fitness center within the wider resort. Breakfast, breakfast in room and a buffet plus bar/snack/cafe and dinner service handle meals, and the beach nearby is the setting. Concierge, express check in, currency exchange and darts add convenience and play. It suits families and guests who want a smaller-feeling base with access to a full resort's facilities.
See Casa Maat At JW Marriott Los Cabos Beach Resort & Spa
The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Parking | Breakfast |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hilton Los Cabos | ★★★★★ | Yes | – |
| Krystal Grand Los Cabos All Inclusive | ★★★★★ | Yes | – |
| Paradisus Los Cabos Adults Only | ★★★★★ | Yes | – |
| Las Ventanas al Paraiso A Rosewood Resort | ★★★★★ | Yes | Yes |
| GR Solaris Lighthouse | ★★★★★ | – | – |
| One&Only Palmilla | ★★★★★ | – | Yes |
| The Westin Los Cabos Resort Villas | ★★★★★ | – | Yes |
| Viceroy Los Cabos | ★★★★★ | Yes | Yes |
| JW Marriott Los Cabos Beach Resort & Spa | ★★★★★ | – | Yes |
| Marquis Los Cabos an All Inclusive Adults Only & No Timeshare Resort | ★★★★★ | – | Yes |
| Secrets Puerto Los Cabos Golf & Spa Resort | ★★★★★ | – | Yes |
| Le Blanc Spa Resort Los Cabos Adults Only | ★★★★★ | Yes | Yes |
| Zadun Los Cabos a Ritz Carlton Reserve | ★★★★★ | – | Yes |
| Solaz a Luxury Collection Resort Los Cabos | ★★★★★ | Yes | Yes |
| Casa Maat At JW Marriott Los Cabos Beach Resort & Spa | ★★★★★ | – | Yes |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For families
Krystal Grand Los Cabos All Inclusive, One&Only Palmilla, The Westin Los Cabos Resort Villas and Zadun Los Cabos a Ritz Carlton Reserve all list family rooms and babysitting service, and each has a fitness centre and beach nearby.
Krystal Grand Los Cabos All Inclusive · One&Only Palmilla · The Westin Los Cabos Resort Villas · Zadun Los Cabos a Ritz Carlton Reserve
For golf and sport
Las Ventanas al Paraiso A Rosewood Resort lists a golf course and a floodlit driving range; Secrets Puerto Los Cabos Golf & Spa Resort sits at La Playita beside Puerto Los Cabos golf and marina; Paradisus adds aerobics and diving to its sports facilities.
Las Ventanas al Paraiso A Rosewood Resort · Secrets Puerto Los Cabos Golf & Spa Resort · Paradisus Los Cabos Adults Only
For all-inclusive stays
Krystal Grand, Marquis Los Cabos and Secrets Puerto Los Cabos all name all-inclusive in their titles and list bars, buffet or dinner service and entertainment activities, so meals and evening programmes are part of the stay.
Krystal Grand Los Cabos All Inclusive · Marquis Los Cabos an All Inclusive Adults Only & No Timeshare Resort · Secrets Puerto Los Cabos Golf & Spa Resort
Where to stay in San Jose Del Cabo
Zona Hotelera
Viceroy Los Cabos sits on Paseo Malecón in the Zona Hotelera, the resort strip the site recommends for a pool-focused beachfront stay. The hotel lists a fitness centre, free parking and free wifi, and the main beach is nearby — good for walking, though the currents keep swimmers out.
Our picks here: Viceroy Los Cabos
La Playita
Secrets Puerto Los Cabos Golf & Spa Resort stands on Avenida Paseo de los Pescadores at La Playita, the address given for the Puerto Los Cabos area the site describes for golf and a new marina. The resort is all-inclusive and adults-only, with a fitness centre and beach nearby.
Our picks here: Secrets Puerto Los Cabos Golf & Spa Resort
Punta Palmilla
One&Only Palmilla takes its address from Punta Palmilla at Kilometre 7.5, the Palmilla area the site names among the swimmable coves of the Corridor. It lists family rooms, a chapel and a fitness centre among its facilities.
Our picks here: One&Only Palmilla
Plan your stay
Getting there and around
The site's guidance is practical rather than route-by-route: the historic centre is the part you cover on foot, for galleries, restaurants and the plaza, while a resort stay in the hotel zone is a base from which you drive. Swimmers are told to plan on driving to Palmilla or Chileno, and the swimmable coves — Palmilla, Chileno and Santa María — lie along the Corridor, 10-25 minutes by car. Several hotels on this list sit at highway kilometre markers along that same corridor, so a car makes the coves, the centre and the golf and marina area at Puerto Los Cabos easy to reach.
Questions, answered
Can you swim at the beach in San José del Cabo?
Not at the main beach: the site says it is long and beautiful but has strong currents and almost never flies a green flag, so it is for walking rather than swimming. For a real swim, drive to Palmilla, Chileno or Santa María along the Corridor, 10-25 minutes by car.
Which hotels suit families?
Krystal Grand Los Cabos All Inclusive, One&Only Palmilla, The Westin Los Cabos Resort Villas and Zadun Los Cabos a Ritz Carlton Reserve all list family rooms and babysitting service. Solaz a Luxury Collection Resort Los Cabos lists a kids pool.
Are there all-inclusive options?
Yes. Krystal Grand Los Cabos All Inclusive, Marquis Los Cabos an All Inclusive Adults Only & No Timeshare Resort and Secrets Puerto Los Cabos Golf & Spa Resort name all-inclusive in their titles; each lists bars and dining among its facilities.
Where are the hotels located?
Most sit along the Transpeninsular highway at kilometre markers from 18.4 to 22.5, with others at Km 29, at Punta Palmilla at Km 7.5, on Paseo Malecón in the Zona Hotelera, on Boulevard San José in Zona Fonatur, at La Playita and on Boulevard Mar de Cortez.
Is there golf near the hotels?
Las Ventanas al Paraiso A Rosewood Resort lists a golf course and a floodlit driving range, and Secrets Puerto Los Cabos Golf & Spa Resort sits at La Playita in the Puerto Los Cabos area, which the site names for golf and a new marina.
Do the hotels have fitness centres?
Almost all of them do, including Hilton Los Cabos, Krystal Grand, Paradisus, Las Ventanas, GR Solaris Lighthouse, The Westin, Viceroy, JW Marriott, Marquis, Secrets, Le Blanc, Zadun and Solaz. Casa Maat lists no fitness centre of its own but shares the JW Marriott address.
Where can I walk to galleries and restaurants?
The site recommends the historic centre for galleries, restaurants and the plaza on foot. Among the listed hotels, Viceroy Los Cabos on Paseo Malecón in the Zona Hotelera is the closest to that resort-strip setting; the rest are highway addresses along the Corridor.