Zona Hotelera Travel Guide

San José del Cabo

Zona Hotelera
Zona Hotelera
Zona Hotelera
Zona Hotelera
Zona Hotelera

Upmarket resort hotels, white sand beaches, superb shopping, golf and watersports await at this popular tourist zone.

The Zona Hotelera is a busy vacation destination overlooking the perfect turquoise waters of the Sea of Cortez. It is a gateway to the golf and water-based activities that make San José del Cabo among Mexico’s most-loved coastal resorts. Visit Zona Hotelera and book accommodations here to be near sweeping beaches, a Jack Nicklaus-designed golf course and a protected reserve.

Playa Hotelera is a 1-mile (1.6-kilometer) long beach that runs in front of the area’s hotels. This is an ideal spot to work on your tan, enjoy a relaxed stroll along the seashore and ride on horseback. Due to strong undertows, swimming isn’t advisable but you can explore the water via rented Jet Ski. Look for an enclosure where sea turtles come to nest.

To the south of the main beach is Costa Azul Beach, which is the hub for the Los Cabos surf scene. Surf lessons and equipment rental are available here.

At the northern end is Playa del Estero, a beach that marks the ocean boundary of San Jose’s Estuary and Bird Sanctuary. Hundreds of species of wildlife, such as hawks, herons and turtles, inhabit the sanctuary.

Play the long fairways and pristine greens at the picturesque Club Campestre San José. The 18 holes were created under the guidance of the design team of legendary American golfer Jack Nicklaus.

For a change of scenery, sit beneath the shade of a palm tree at Parque las Palmas. Here, children will have fun playing on the swings and slides of the large playground. Dine on international cuisine and shop at boutiques and brandname stores at the Mall Plaza del Pescador. In February the mall is the host venue for the free San Jose Jazz Weekend.

The Zona Hotelera is a 10-minute drive from Downtown San José del Cabo and 35 minutes by car from Cabo San Lucas. Many of the hotels have free guest parking. Some hotels allow non-guests to use the swimming pools and other facilities with the purchase of a day pass.


Popular places to visit


Top hotels in Zona Hotelera

Hyatt Ziva Los Cabos- All Inclusive

Hyatt Ziva Los Cabos- All Inclusive

4.5 out of 5
Paseo del Malecón l-5 D, San José del Cabo, BCS
The price is ₹43,629 per night from 1 Aug to 2 Aug
₹43,629
₹43,629 total
1 Aug - 2 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury resort in San José del Cabo. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,809 reviews)
"Our stay at Hyatt Ziva Los Cabos was amazing! The food was great—especially the Italian restaurant, which really stood out. The resort itself is beautiful, clean, and well-maintained. The staff were all super friendly and attentive throughout our visit. The Kids Club staff were incredible—they made ..."

Reviewed on 12 Jul 2025

Hyatt Ziva Los Cabos- All Inclusive
Grand Decameron Los Cabos, A Trademark All-Inclusive Resort

Grand Decameron Los Cabos, A Trademark All-Inclusive Resort

3.5 out of 5
Boulevard Malecon S/N, San José del Cabo, BCS
The price is ₹17,434 per night from 5 Aug to 6 Aug
₹17,434
₹21,286 total
5 Aug - 6 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star beach resort in San José del Cabo. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,010 reviews)
"I really want to recommend this hotel 10 out of 10. They have grey customer service. All inclusive is the best. My kids love it."

Reviewed on 14 Jul 2025

Grand Decameron Los Cabos, A Trademark All-Inclusive Resort
Viceroy Los Cabos

Viceroy Los Cabos

5 out of 5
Paseo Malecon San Jose Lote 8, Zona Hotelera, San José del Cabo, BCS
The price is ₹31,780 per night from 6 Aug to 7 Aug
₹31,780
₹43,458 total
6 Aug - 7 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in San José del Cabo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 5 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,008 reviews)
"Great place, great staff, great food"

Reviewed on 14 Jul 2025

Viceroy Los Cabos
Hotel Posada Real

Hotel Posada Real

3 out of 5
Malecon San Jose S/N, Zona Hotelera, San José del Cabo, BCS
The price is ₹9,403 per night from 1 Aug to 2 Aug
₹9,403
₹11,930 total
1 Aug - 2 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in San José del Cabo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,172 reviews)
Amazing stay
"Amazing about the food and the staff really friendly the place was really nice and quite which i loved"

Reviewed on 14 Jul 2025

Hotel Posada Real
Royal Solaris Los Cabos & Spa - All Inclusive

Royal Solaris Los Cabos & Spa - All Inclusive

3.5 out of 5
Blvd San Jose Lote 10, Campo de Golf, San José del Cabo, BCS
The price is ₹24,293 per night from 21 Jul to 22 Jul
₹24,293
₹29,517 total
21 Jul - 22 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star beach resort in San José del Cabo. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,904 reviews)
"Clean place, staff super friendly. Great place to enjoy time with family."

Reviewed on 13 Jul 2025

Royal Solaris Los Cabos & Spa - All Inclusive
GR Solaris Lighthouse Los Cabos

GR Solaris Lighthouse Los Cabos

4 out of 5
Paseo Malecon San Jose, San José del Cabo, BCS
The price is ₹20,481 per night from 17 Jul to 18 Jul
₹20,481
₹25,370 total
17 Jul - 18 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in San José del Cabo. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions San Jose del Cabo Art District and ...
7.2/10 Good! (282 reviews)
"The hotel is clean and well maintained. The gem of this resort is the staff members. Luis, Angel,Dani, Gisele, Martha, Orlando, Bruno to name a few made sure that our stay was absolutely enjoyable. Always checking up on your needs without the need to summon them. Food can improve more but overall ..."

Reviewed on 12 Jul 2025

GR Solaris Lighthouse Los Cabos
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around Zona Hotelera

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Mauricio Castro

Though Mauricio Castro may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like San Jose del Cabo Art District and Old Town Gallery.

Mauricio Castro
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Costa Azul

While visiting Costa Azul, you might make a stop by sights like Costa Azul Beach and Playa Hotelera.

Costa Azul
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Centro Histórico San Jose del Cabo

While visiting Centro Histórico San Jose del Cabo, you might make a stop by sights like San Jose del Cabo Art District and Mission of San Jose.

Centro Histórico San Jose del Cabo
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Downtown San Jose del Cabo

The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Downtown San Jose del Cabo. A stop by San Jose del Cabo Art District or Mission of San Jose might round out your trip.

Downtown San Jose del Cabo
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Chula Vista

While there might not be top attractions in Chula Vista, you can explore the larger area and discover places like San Jose del Cabo Art District and Old Town Gallery.

Chula Vista
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El Rosarito

While El Rosarito may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like San Jose del Cabo Art District and Old Town Gallery.

El Rosarito

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