Swimmable beaches can be hard to find in Los Cabos, Mexico. But leave your bagged lunch and cooler of cervezas behind because we know there’s more to Cabo’s swimmable beaches than a water taxi to Lover’s Beach! Visit some of our favorite luxury resorts with swimmable beaches and let someone else set up your beach umbrella.
The coveted Santa Maria Bay Beach is your backyard at Montage Los Cabos. A playground for outdoor enthusiasts and a sanctuary for marine life, this beach is perfect for snorkeling. The calm, shallow waters and large beachfront also make it great for kids. This beach draws in more tourists by boat than by foot, but it also feels the most remote. Read more about Montage Los Cabos on our blog.
Our clients enjoy exclusive Virtuoso amenities at Montange properties, including:
- Upgrade on arrival, subject to availability
- Daily $70USD breakfast credit per bedroom, available in the restaurant or through in-room dining (credit is non-cumulative, should be redeemed per day)
- $100 USD Resort Credit
- Early check-in/late check-out, subject to availability
- Complimentary Wi-fi
- Bookings in Beachfront suites and above will also receive a one-way airport transfer for up to 4 guests
As a guest at Chileno Bay Resort, you have exclusive access to their H2O Sports Cave at Chileno Beach, making it the ideal launch point for paddle boarding, snorkeling, kayaking, and more. Given its location in the tourist corridor, this beach, in particular, draws a bigger crowd than the other beaches. However, I wouldn’t let that stop you from visiting. It’s still a top-notch, fun hotel perfect for couples and families, and the beach is a huge selling point. You might even spot some sea turtles!
Pelican Beach, also known as Palmilla Beach, is another swimmable beach option at One&Only Palmilla, complete with shaded cabanas, lounge chairs, and a beach grill. Mezcal margarita is coming right up! This beach felt the most secluded from a privacy standpoint. An organic rock wall creates an informal division between the One&Only and the public side of the beach. Rest assured, there is noticeable beach security here.
One & Only Palmilla is one of our strongest go-to resorts for top-notch service anywhere in the world! Our clients love the genuine and thoughtful hospitality and care they receive from our friends at One & Only Palmilla, and these great Virtuoso amenities are the cherry on the cake.
- Upgrade on arrival to next room category, subject to availability
- Daily Continental breakfast for up to two in-room guests
- Two 30-minute Virtuoso Exclusive Spa Experiences per booking. (One per person, choice of head and shoulder massage, back massage, or foot rejuvenation)
- A complimentary round of golf for up to two people per room, including greens fees and cart rental, once during the stay
- Early check-in/late check-out, subject to availability
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
It’s important to note all beaches in Cabo are public, and no beach is truly private. However, each luxury resort has dedicated beach areas exclusive to guests, with many water sports and beach activities included. You’ll find that each luxury hotel also features privacy gates and/or beach security, making it impossible for the general public to access the hotel grounds without being a guest on the property.
Santa Maria Bay Beach, Chileno Beach, and Pelican Beach have each earned international Blue Flag certification, which signifies the highest environmental and water quality standards.
The only question is, which of these luxury resorts is the right fit for you?
