A foodie’s dream, the Grand Velas Los Cabos boasts a total of seven gourmet restaurants on-site. The most famous of the bunch is Cocina de Autor. Helmed by Michelin-starred chef Sidney Schutte, it offers a 10-course tasting menu, which changes seasonally and features local ingredients. Other noteworthy options include Tomahawk steaks and seafood at Velas 10, ceviche at Cabrilla and fresh pasta at Lucca, which just so happens to have the region’s largest wine selection—2,500 bottles!
Beyond the food, there’s a lot to keep you busy at this luxury hotel. Soak up gorgeous ocean views from the multi-tiered infinity pool, stroll along a prime stretch of golden sand, hit up the 35,000-square-foot spa to book unique treatments like tequila massages (yes, really!) and partake in complimentary activities that include everything from aqua beer pong to yoga to art workshops. (Just be aware that some activities, such as cooking classes, mixology lessons and mezcal tastings, cost extra.)
Families of all ages will also appreciate the dedicated activities that will keep their kids busy. First, there’s the kids club, for ages 4 to 12, which has activities like piñata making, board games and a playground. And the teens club lets kids 13 to 18 sip non-alcoholic drinks at the “bar,” play a game of ping-pong or sing their favorite tunes at karaoke.
Last but certainly not least are the all-suite accommodations, which are just as spectacular as the aforementioned amenities. Each is seriously roomy—the “smallest” is 1,981 square feet!—and they have bonus features like ocean views, private terraces and Jacuzzis. Some boast private plunge pools as well.
Pros:
- Seven gourmet restaurants, including the critically acclaimed Cocina de Autor
- More than 1,000 square feet in each suite, plus postcard-worthy water views from the private terraces
- Idyllic beachfront location
Cons:
- Some restaurants don’t allow kids
- Non-swimmable beach
- With nightly rates more than $1,000 per night, it’s definitely a splurge