The Best Hotels And Guest Houses in Baja California Sur

Baja California Sur has long attracted an eclectic stream of visitors. A land of distinct and contrasting character, the southern tip of the westernmost state of Mexico is a unique place where the desert meets the ocean, and ancient cacti thrive side by side with unexpected, lush palm tree groves. 

For decades, its dusty trails, surf breaks, abundant marine life, farmlands, and mountain ranges have drawn travelers in search of nature and outdoor adventures, while the more populated centers have instead become known for their young and extra lively visitors. 

While Cabo has been a hub for mega, all-inclusive resorts for a long time, now, more creative hotel lovers — and makers — are flocking to the peninsula as alternative lodging options start to abound, and several new projects are in the pipeline. We have our eyes on Aman’s Baja outpost, Amanvari, and Habitas Todos Santos, opening in 2024. 

The greater news is that there are already cool and inspiring options for every budget. We rounded up some of our favorite independent hotels and guest houses — with recommendations of what to do in the area inside each hotel review.

We grouped the hotels in four areas: San José del Cabo, Todos Santos & Pescadero, La Paz, and The East Cape, and pinned them on a super user-friendly map you can save directly to your devices and have the whole region at your fingertips.

San José del Cabo

ACRE RESORT

Tucked away in the foothills of San José del Cabo, the only area where palm trees naturally grow, Acre Resort is a playground for all. With 13 thatched treehouses, villas, organic farms and an award-winning bar and restaurant, much like its Canadian owners, you will not want to leave this private jungle oasis. They also have an animal rescue sanctuary and adoption center on the grounds. Even if you don’t plan on staying there, it is definitely worth it to go for a meal and walk around their stunning gardens. 

Acre Resort
Rates from $375
Calle Rincón de las Animas S/N, Animas Bajas, 23407 San José del Cabo, B.C.S., Mexico
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EL GANZO

Close to Los Cabos International Airport and Cabo’s nightlife, El Ganzo has quickly become the go-to spot for those looking for soundtracked sunsets — and sunrises (their beach clubs El Ganzo De Playa, Veleros Beach Club, and Crania are now solid stops in the international DJ circuit). It also has a subterranean recording studio, so you will find world-class musicians sipping margaritas between yoga class and farm-to-table dinner.

Check out Irina Lazar’s review of El Ganzo on A Hotel Life

El Ganzo
Rates from $280
Blvd. Tiburon s/n, La Playita, 23403 San José del Cabo, B.C.S., Mexico
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Todos Santos & Pescadero

PARADERO 

Making it to our Best Hotels of the Year 2022 list as Best Desert Retreat, Paradero is a magical, brutalist wonderland emerging in the midst of ancient cacti fields, framed by the stunning Sierra Laguna mountains of Baja California Sur. From meditating as the mountains turn purple on sunset to grooving to ethereal tunes, daily yoga and surf classes to mountain expeditions, all with a side of good food and mezcal cocktails — the thoughtfully created experiences are naturally spontaneous, led by intuition to further your human-nature connection.

Check out Ben Pundole’s review of Paradero on A Hotel Life

Paradero
Rates from $500
La Mesa KM 59 +3100, Degollado, 23300 Todos Santos, B.C.S., Mexico
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CASA MELINA

A true labor of love from the collaboration between talented chef and hospitality enthusiast Ernesto Kut and architect Yashar Yektajo of Paradero fame, Casa Melina is a guesthouse in the historic center of Todos Santos. Keeping the essence and its stories intact, the guesthouse, revived from a 30-year abandoned building, is a stay like no other. 

Casa Melina
Rates from $175
Calle, C. Álvaro Obregón 372, Centro, 23300 Todos Santos, B.C.S., Mexico
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EL PERDIDO

Designed and landscaped to make guests feel they are lost and found in a desert dream, El Perdido has seven casitas with a living area, kitchen, outdoor bathtub and shower, heavenly bed, and your own telescope. The food at Coyote Canyon restaurant is an attraction in itself, and their service simply does not miss a thing.

Check out Tansy Kaschak’s review of El Perdido on A Hotel Life

El Perdido
Rates from $750 for a three-night minimum
Calle El Pescadero 111 El Pescadero, 23300 La Paz, B.C.S., Mexico
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RANCHO PESCADERO 

On a peaceful stretch where desert-meets-sea near the artist haven of Todos Santos, Rancho Pescadero brings world-class wellness, culinary experiences, and refined oceanfront living — all keeping sustainability front of mind. The resort channels the free spirit of the land through a variety of experiences, from ariel yoga and paddle-boarding to snorkeling, surfing, and swimming with whale sharks. 

Rancho Pescadero
Rates from $596
Camino a la Playa s/n Lote 545, 23310 El Pescadero, B.C.S., Mexico
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LA BOHEMIA BAJA

In the heart of Todos Santos, within walking distance to town and restaurants, La Bohemia’s six rooms are filled with pieces collected by the owners in travels around the world. Tasteful design, a homely atmosphere, good service, and a full bar with great happy hour every night.

Check out Jade Moyano’s review of La Bohemia Baja on A Hotel Life

La Bohemia Baja
Rates from $150
108 Calle Rangel Entre Hidalgo e Obregon, 23300 Todos Santos, B.C.S., Mexico
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KAANOPIA

A tropical haven in Todos Santos designed by Art Maltby, Kaanopia features nine open-air homes — from Bali-inspired A-frames to luxe casitas. While a pristine beach is just a stone’s throw away, the hotel also has a 45-foot-long pool, curated wellness programming by Emma Post, and access to a secret horse ranch, making it an exciting healing destination.

Kaanopia
Rates from $175
La Cachora, Todos Santos, B.C.S., Mexico
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HOTEL SAN CRISTóBAL

Located on the southwestern edge of the Baja peninsula in Todos Santos, Hotel San Cristóbal sits on the beach with spectacular mountain views. Designed by Bunkhouse, led by legendary hotelier Liz Lambert, the 32-room hotel is styled with impeccable taste and a keen eye for detail — each room is cozy and comfortable, and most come with their own private balconies. Benno, the restaurant, serves food sourced from the freshly grown bounty of the land and sea surrounding it. Go for the beautiful flora and fauna, we hear it’s a stop for whale migration, the stunning teal pool, and the perfect sunsets — a truly authentically Mexican package.

Check out Mei Kwok’s review of Hotel San Cristóbal on A Hotel Life

Hotel San Cristóbal
Rates from $733
Playa Punta Lobos, Carretera Federal N°19, Km 54+800, 23300 Todos Santos B.C.S., Mexico
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La Paz

BAJA CLUB

Located right in front of the Sea of Cortez in the center of La Paz, the capital of Baja California Sur, urban sophistication meets seaside relaxation at Baja Club. Combining a 1910 house and a new, sleek building, it has 32 rooms, offers exquisite food and service, and is great value for its rates.

Check out Tansy Kaschak’s review of Baja Club on A Hotel Life

Baja Club
Rates from $250
Paseo Álvaro Obregón 265, Zona Comercial, 23006 La Paz, B.C.S., Mexico
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The East Cape

THE WHITE LODGE

A ten-suite, eco-luxury property, The White Lodge makes you one with the nature around it — from the desert to the ocean it overlooks. Rooted in holistic wellness practices of the land, the ZENICA Ancestral Spa on the property offers rituals based on ancestral knowledge to heal the body, mind, and spirit, while the aromatic wood-fired sauna, Temazcalli, is available for a bodily detox. The hotel also offers electric bikes to ride to the beach and whale-watching tours.

The White Lodge
Rates from $339
Camino Cabo Este s/n, 23405 San Jose del Cabo, B.C.S., Mexico
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Check out our Easy Guide To ABC Art Baja California, and read Ben Pundole’s Baja: The Great Escape

And don’t forget to save our Baja California Sur map! You can save it on your devices and browse all our handpicked hotels.

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