Los Cabos, MexicoPuerto Los Cabos
JW Marriott Los Cabos Beach Resort & Spa
Dune-carved desert haven
Puerto Los Cabos Los Cabos, Mexico
Opened
2015
Price
$$$
Rated for
Design Wellness ResortOutside the door
The house
MarriottDune-carved desert haven
Open breezeways of sandy concrete and travertine lead past terraced reflecting pools toward sweeping views where the desert meets the ocean.
“These are housed in buildings designed by Olson to look as though they ‘grow out of the environment’.”
What it’s good at
Remarkable
Jim Olson's desert architecture blends sandy concrete, open-air travertine breezeways, and ocean-facing infinity pools.
Notable
The extensive spa features an authentic adobe temazcal sweat lodge with ceremonies led by a master healer.
Notable
A dune-backed coastal campus with multi-tiered saltwater and infinity pools, several restaurants, and nearby championship golf.
What they say
Also in Condé Nast Traveler, Wallpaper* and AFAR.
Designed by by IDEA Asociados and Olson Kunding Architects, it's all clean lines, sharp angles, stone, concrete—and views of the Sea of Cortez.
Tucked away
A place apart: the property is the destination.
Set in Puerto Los Cabos, the grounds offer quiet coastline 15 minutes from the cobblestone streets and galleries of San José del Cabo.
The rooms
Ocean-facing terraces open onto sea views, while interiors feature desert palettes and travertine bathrooms fitted with deep soaking tubs.
The pool
Bring a swimsuit.
Tiered infinity pools step down through the dunes, aligning dark water with the Sea of Cortez horizon.
The spa and gym
Treatment suites open onto private plunge pools at Jasha Spa, and the fitness center includes dedicated yoga studios.
Niparaya JW Bar
Wood-screened terraces look out to sea, and the bar pours rare artisanal mezcals beside plates of fresh sashimi.
A sophisticated dining room opens to a terrace with breathtaking views of Cabo San Lucas Bay and, in the distance, city lights.
At the table
Thierry Blouet crafts French-Mexican tasting menus at Café des Artistes, and cocktails are served directly at the swim-up bar.
How it began
Opened in 2015, the property was built behind a 35-foot sand dune to organically merge Mesoamerican geometry with the surrounding desert coastline.
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Our shorthand
How we rate hotels.
The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.