Grand Velas Los Cabos
About Grand Velas Los Cabos
Grand Velas Los Cabos is a luxury all-inclusive resort on the tourist corridor between San Jose del Cabo and Cabo San Lucas. All 307 suites face the Sea of Cortez, each one is larger than 1,180 square feet, and some come with a private plunge pool. A triple-height lobby opens straight onto the ocean view as you arrive.
The resort describes itself as the only all-inclusive in the world to hold Forbes Five Stars, AAA Five Diamonds and a Michelin star at the same time. In practice that means very high service, serious restaurants and a large spa, all included in one rate. It works for couples who want a refined stay and for families who want kids and teens clubs at a top-tier property.
At a glance
Highlights
- Forbes Five Stars, AAA Five Diamonds and a Michelin star
- Michelin-starred Cocina de Autor restaurant
- All suites face the ocean and exceed 1,180 sq ft
- SE Spa with 16 treatment rooms
- Kids and teens clubs included
Amenities
Rooms and suites
Every suite has a private terrace with ocean views, original local artwork and binoculars for spotting whales and other marine life from the balcony. Ambassador suites are about 1,081 square feet and sleep up to four, and the larger categories add private pools and more living space.
- Ambassador Suite Ocean View
- Ambassador Pool Suite Ocean View with private plunge pool
- Larger suite categories with additional living space and private pools
Restaurants and bars
Grand Velas has eight dining venues, five of them gourmet restaurants. Cocina de Autor holds a Michelin star and serves a tasting menu for guests 16 and older. Most dinner venues require reservations and have a dress code. The bars include the Aqua Bar, a sports bar and a mezcal and tequila bar.
- Cocina de Autor: Michelin-starred tasting menu, dinner, ages 16+
- Sen Lin: Asian, dinner, ages 12+
- Frida: Mexican, dinner
- Lucca: Italian, dinner
- Velas 10: grill, dinner, ages 12+
- Azul: international buffet, breakfast and lunch
- Cabrilla: breakfast and lunch
- Amat Cafe: coffee and pastries
- Bars: Aqua Bar, Sky Bar (sports bar), Mezcal and Tequila Bar, and Miramar Bar
Beach, pools and spa
The resort sits on the Sea of Cortez, and the pool deck is designed around the ocean view, with a separate children’s pool. Ocean conditions on this stretch of coast change with the season, so check with the staff before swimming in the sea.
SE Spa covers more than 30,000 square feet and has 16 treatment rooms. The spa also runs oceanfront yoga sessions.
Activities and entertainment
The Kids’ Club looks after children aged 4 to 12, and the Teens’ Club for ages 13 to 17 has video games, billiards and a dance floor. Paid babysitting is available. Daily activities and nightly entertainment are part of the all-inclusive plan, and 24-hour room service is included.
Outside the resort, the corridor location gives easy access to both towns. Cabo San Lucas, with the marina, El Arco and boat trips, is to the west, and the galleries and restaurants of San Jose del Cabo are to the east. The resort concierge can arrange golf, fishing, whale watching in season and desert excursions.
Who it’s best for
Grand Velas Los Cabos makes the most sense for special trips where you want one of the best all-inclusives in Mexico and plan to spend most of your time at the resort enjoying the food, spa and suites.
- Best for: couples and families who want a top-rated luxury all-inclusive with excellent food, a large spa and very spacious ocean-view suites.
- Consider another resort if: you want a lively party resort, a calm swimming beach right in front of your room, or a lower budget.
Getting there from Los Cabos International Airport
Grand Velas Los Cabos is on the Transpeninsular Highway at Km 17.3, between San Jose del Cabo and Cabo San Lucas. Los Cabos International Airport (SJD) is the nearest airport, and the drive follows the highway along the coast. To skip the taxi lines, you can book a private Los Cabos airport transfer in advance so your driver is waiting when you land.
At Los Cabos airport, the exit after customs is lined with sales desks offering transport and timeshare presentations. If you have a pre-booked transfer, keep walking outside to the meeting point where drivers hold name signs. Booking ahead fixes the price and avoids waiting in line after a long flight.
Good to know
Los Cabos is dry and sunny for most of the year. Winter, roughly December to April, is high season and also whale-watching season, when humpback and gray whales visit the area. Summers are hot, and the Pacific hurricane season runs from mid-May to November. Many beaches here have strong currents, so swim only where the beach is marked as safe.
- Check-in 3:00 pm, check-out 12:00 pm
- Age limits apply at some restaurants (12+ or 16+)
- Dinner restaurants require reservations and have a dress code
- Babysitting is available for an extra fee
- A local environmental tax is paid at the hotel per room, per night
- Spa treatments are not included in the all-inclusive rate
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FAQ about Grand Velas Los Cabos
Is Grand Velas Los Cabos all-inclusive?
Yes. Meals, snacks, drinks, activities, entertainment and 24-hour room service are included.
Is Grand Velas Los Cabos adults only?
No. Families are welcome, with a Kids' Club for ages 4 to 12 and a Teens' Club for ages 13 to 17.
Does Grand Velas Los Cabos have a Michelin star?
Yes. Its Cocina de Autor restaurant holds a Michelin star and is for guests 16 and older.
How many restaurants does Grand Velas Los Cabos have?
There are eight dining venues, including five gourmet restaurants.
How many suites does Grand Velas Los Cabos have?
The resort has 307 suites, all with ocean views.
Do suites at Grand Velas Los Cabos have private pools?
Some suites, such as the Ambassador Pool Suite, have a private plunge pool.
How big is the spa at Grand Velas Los Cabos?
SE Spa covers more than 30,000 square feet and has 16 treatment rooms.
Which airport is closest to Grand Velas Los Cabos?
Los Cabos International Airport (SJD) is the nearest airport.
What time is check-in at Grand Velas Los Cabos?
Check-in is at 3:00 pm and check-out is at 12:00 pm.
Is Grand Velas Los Cabos good for families?
Yes. It offers kids and teens clubs, a children's pool and spacious suites that sleep up to four.
