One of the first luxury hotels in Los Cabos, set on the rocky tip of Punta Palmilla since 1956.
One&Only Palmilla
From
2,081.505 €
“Private beach on the Sea of Cortez, at the tip of Punta Palmilla, far from the bustle of Cabo San Lucas.”
The One&Only Palmilla occupies the tip of Punta Palmilla, where the Basse-Californie desert plunges into the Sea of Cortez. Opened as early as 1956, it is one of the first luxury hotels in Los Cabos, a precedence that can be felt in the space left between the buildings. The lime-washed walls and red tile roofs take up the vocabulary of Mexican haciendas, without excess of folklore. The private beach stretches out facing the ocean, calm most of the time but sometimes too rough for swimming, as is often the case on this Pacific coast. We sleep here from 2 081 € the night, a rate that includes access to an infinity pool and a complete spa. The wellness centre and the fitness room occupy a separate wing, far from the noise of families on holiday. The true luxury remains the rarity: few rooms, plenty of space between them, and a score of 9.6/10 on 78 reviews that confirms the consistency of the service. 😌
Who is it for?
Who we recommend it to
We recommend the One&Only Palmilla to couples on honeymoon looking for isolation without sacrificing service. It is also an address for families with children, thanks to the family rooms and the generous space between the buildings. Business travellers or fans of urban nightlife will be less at ease, the place remains focused on rest and the beach.
The building
Architecture and interiors
The One&Only Palmilla extends across Punta Palmilla, facing the Sea of Cortez. The architecture follows Mexican hacienda codes: white walls, tiled roofs, shaded arcades. The low volumes favour the view over the horizon rather than height, a rare choice on a coast where some complexes rise several storeys. The exteriors, with their patios and cactus gardens, contrast with more contemporary interiors, light and pared-back.
At the table
Restaurants, bar, service
The hotel offers an on-site restaurant, with no details shared on the menu or the chef. Room service completes the offer, useful for meals in the room facing the ocean. We regret the lack of precise information on the tables, a point to check directly with the hotel before booking.
Highlights
- Private beach directly accessible from the rooms and the main pool.
- Airport shuttle included, around 40 minutes from San José del Cabo.
- Complete spa and wellness centre, separate from the fitness centre.
- Free on-site parking, rare for a 5-star in this category.
- Pets allowed, an uncommon choice among beachfront palaces.
Location & access
Where the hotel sits in Los Cabos
The One&Only Palmilla stands on the Carretera Transpeninsular, at kilometre 7.5, in the tourist corridor between San José del Cabo and Cabo San Lucas. San José del Cabo international airport is around thirty minutes by car, served by the hotel shuttle. The area remains residential and low-density, far from the bustle of the marinas in Cabo San Lucas. The immediate surroundings are mainly occupied by private villas and other high-end hotel complexes.
Good to know
Before you book
- Pets
- Pets allowed, conditions to confirm directly with the hotel.
- Parking
- Free parking available on site.
- Wi-Fi
- Free Wi-Fi, available throughout the property.
- Pool
- One pool on site, hours not communicated.
- Airport shuttle
- Airport shuttle available, reservation recommended in advance.
Facilities
1 pool
Airport shuttle
Non-smoking rooms
Beachfront
Fitness centre
Spa and wellness centre
Restaurant
Room service
Free parking
Family rooms
Wi-Fi available throughout
Pets allowed
Free Wi-Fi
Location
Where One&Only Palmilla is located
Exact address
One&Only Palmilla
Address
Carretera Transpeninunsular Kilometro 7.5 Punta Palmilla
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