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Mar Del Cabo By Velas Resorts

Carretera Transpeninsular Km. 18 Corredor Turistico, San Jose del Cabo 23405 Mexico
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#5 of 54 hotels in San Jose del Cabo
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Mar del Cabo is the first property of Velas Resorts under the concept of European Plan, distinguished as a charming reminiscence that revives the Mexican experience visitors enjoyed in the early golden days of Los Cabos. Now fully restored and decorated, this boutique hotel showcases soaring arches, red tiles and stark whiteness contrasting with the azure seas. Enjoy local gastronomy at its restaurant, bar and Pool bar. Each of the 48 suites reflects the majesty of Mexican architecture combined with ancient Greek elegance. Amenities • Suite Service • Daily turndown service • Terrace or front porch with sitting area • Bathroom with step-in shower (rain and hand shower) • King or Queen size beds • Air conditioning • Digital cable TV • 49" Smart TV • Telephone
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Free parking
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Fishing
Adults only
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Outdoor pool
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3.0 of 5 stars
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Quaint
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Carretera Transpeninsular Km. 18 Corredor Turistico, San Jose del Cabo 23405 Mexico
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Mar Del Cabo By Velas Resorts
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Lisa J wrote a review Jan 2024
Portland, Oregon8 contributions
We came here for a friends wedding and loved it! The staff is so attentive(Pablo, Sergio, Eurofracia, Victor, Franco to name a few 😉) Always friendly and hustling for the guests. It’s so cute and quaint, unlike the surrounding resorts. It’s so beautiful and peaceful at this spot. There are a lot of stairs, in case you are traveling with anyone with limited mobility… Beds were comfy but the pillows were not. The tacos were a bit pricey but worth it. I’ll be dreaming about those shrimp tacos on jicama tortillas for awhile 🤩 Also ask at the front desk for the continental breakfast which includes: fruit, yogurt, granola, pastries, eggs, coffee and juice for $12!
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Date of stay: January 2024
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Response from Gerardo Vela, Director General at Mar Del Cabo By Velas Resorts
Responded 31 Jan 2024
It was our pleasure, Lisa, to introduce you to our style and brand of carefree vacations. Your kind comments reflect the overall feel and flow of the hotel. Our culinary team will be excited to learn that their spiced shrimp tacos on jicama tortilla were one of the highlights of your stay. And you can be assured that we will revise the quality of our pillows so as to win back your coveted 5 stars on your next trip to your vacation, "Sweet Spot." On behalf of the women and men who make Mar del Cabo the new place to be in Los Cabos, I thank you for electing to attend your friend's beautiful wedding. It certainly appears that you were not only witness to their beloved union, but you've also found your go-to place for an enchanting getaway. We continue to place ourselves at your service, and please extend our best wishes to the newlyweds. Thank you, GERARDO VELA DIRECTOR GENERAL MAR DEL CABO
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Anthony D wrote a review Jan 2024
Portland, Oregon2 contributions1 helpful vote
This was a very chill place nestled between two massive resorts. I really enjoyed the feel and the rooms, but the staff really was the best part. Victor and Eurafacia and Pablo and Pablo were all so wonderful. Super prompt service and always greeted with a friendly smile. Javier and the crew working upfront were efficient at loading / unloading and always made sure to checkin when we walked up front. It’s a chill resort with a mellow vibe, it was perfect for us.
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Date of stay: January 2024
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Response from Gerardo Vela, Director General at Mar Del Cabo By Velas Resorts
Responded 31 Jan 2024
Thank you, Anthony, for reserving with us at Mar del Cabo and rediscovering the "chill" feeling that our wonderful hotel is renowned for. The easy-going vibe that you enjoyed was a combination of architecture that's soothing to the eyes, along with the genuine friendliness you felt from our staff. There's no rush or timetable at Mar del Cabo, just frozen moments in time that produce a warm sense of fulfillment and vivid memories, all of which you can admire well into the future. We look forward to having you back with us to relax and recharge when the next opportunity to get away from it all presents itself. Until then, we remain at your service, GERARDO VELA DIRECTOR GENERAL MAR DEL CABO
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quinnburton wrote a review Jan 2024
Phoenix20 contributions47 helpful votes
This place is so special!! WE loved it!! I hope it never gets swallowed up by the larger Velas properties on either side. It's so quaint, beautiful, amazing beach & pool area, incredible service. I do have a few recommendations for the property!! #1). could use a decor update. The rooms are amazing (2 bedrooms with kitchenette), but the furniture/pillows in sitting rooms are a little dated. #2). food is EXPENSIVE -- too expensive, but delicious. Breakfast is amazing!! And the bar and pool service incredible. One other side note - the taxi you called for us promoted dog fighting. I was sick to my stomach!!! He also had strange interactions (switching headlights on and off) with other taxis. But the property is amazing & we highly recommend staying
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Date of stay: January 2024
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Response from Gerardo Vela, Director General at Mar Del Cabo By Velas Resorts
Responded 31 Jan 2024
Thank you so much, Quinn, for thinking of Mar del Cabo as a highly special place for you. It certainly appears we left you with a magnificent impression. Our easily navigable size, sense of open air, freedom, and flow are what separates us from the larger resorts. And you can be assured that we will defend ourselves to the end so that no mega-resort tries to "swallow" us up. We like our style and brand just the way it is. Quinn, thank you for your wonderful review. You can be assured that we are assessing where to prioritize our maintenance funds for this year, so please return and share with us your observations once again, As always, we remain at your faithful service, GERARDO VELA DIRECTOR GENERAL MAR DEL CABO
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Patricia M wrote a review Jan 2024
Mexico City, Mexico1 contribution
Eventhough I call before I arrived to let them know that I was going to have a late ckech in, they didn't respect the reservation that was already paid for an ocean view room and they gave me a room near the restaurant with a lot of noise and they didn't even apologize for this. That for me is not having any respect for their clients. I ask them to tell the manager about this but they didn't do anything about it. Very bad customer service
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Date of stay: December 2023
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Response from Gerardo Vela, Director General at Mar Del Cabo By Velas Resorts
Responded 22 Jan 2024
Thank you very much, Patricia, for bringing your issue to my attention. As the director of the property, I owe you my most sincere apologies for not having left with you the wonderful impression of the service that characterizes our boutique hotel. We certainly realize the importance of creating excellent first impressions, which applies whether you arrive early in the day or late in the evening: your comfort and satisfaction are our mission. Patricia, you can be assured that we will take the proper steps to avoid another situation like this one in the future. And I hope that the positive aspects of your visit convince you to return and receive the Guest Experience you so truly deserve. We place ourselves at your faithful service, and again, our apologies go out to you, GERARDO VELA DIRECTOR GENERAL MAR DEL CABO
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Pawan B wrote a review Jan 2024
Houston, Texas3 contributions1 helpful vote
An excellent resort with phenomenal customer service. The American breakfast is very wholesome and a complete meal to explore the day ahead. Victor Torres at the restaurant provided exceptional service with a smile; customizing our breakfast and a great coffee service. Thanks to his attention to detail, we spent a couple of hours over breakfast each day! Overall, five stars all the way.
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Date of stay: January 2024
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Response from Gerardo Vela, Director General at Mar Del Cabo By Velas Resorts
Responded 18 Jan 2024
Thank you for making the short trip from Houston to vacation with us at Mar del Cabo. As a team, we are proud to learn of your wonderful recommendation of the hotel to other potential guests. In particular, our restaurant crew will be excited to read that their breakfasts were spot-on and the service exceptional. With the glorious view from our restaurant, two hours of breakfast enjoyment is never too long. And you can be assured that we will have your preferred table set and waiting for you on your next trip to our paradise. As always, we place ourselves at your service for all your future needs and wishes. Take care, GERARDO VELA DIRECTOR GENERAL MAR DEL CABO
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Cam Schwab wrote a review Jan 2024
San Francisco, California2 contributions
We did a buy out for our wedding in February of 2023. It was the best decision we ever made. Our friends and family loved the hotel - the vibe, the location, the staff, the food. Everyone here made our wedding weekend so special and we will remember it forever. Victor, Eufracia, Javier, Sergio, and all of the staff are incredibly caring and took care of our every need. We had 120 guests who all have a lot of opinions and high expectations :) for a group that size to all feel well taken care of and have an amazing trip is very unique and special. If we could do the wedding weekend all over again we would!! Highly recommend for a total buy out, a couples get away, friend trip or all of the above. If you go I. Whale season it is insane. You can sit in your room, on the beach or at
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Date of stay: February 2023
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Response from Gerardo Vela, Director General at Mar Del Cabo By Velas Resorts
Responded 10 Jan 2024
Cam, as a team, we are thrilled that the vibrant memories of that special moment continue to brighten your day. In fact, your wonderful review has just brightened the day of all our staff as we, too, continue to remember the joy and love that flowed throughout that entire weekend. It would be wonderful if, one day in the future, you all returned to the place where it began and enjoyed a celebration of your eternal love here on the beautiful shores of The Sea of Cortez. Congratulations to you both on your upcoming first anniversary, GERARDO VELA DIRECTOR GENERAL MAR DEL CABO
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Road30431732510 wrote a review Jan 2024
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The best boutique experience in Cabo!! Rooms are huge, views are amazing, we saw whales every day, food is spectacular! The service is second to none. All of the staff knew our names and treated us like family. Victor in the morning. He is such a social sweet person and always took care of us. Eufracia is so sweet and always indulged me trying to speak Spanish. She is always smiling and joyful. Javier is kind and helpful. Sergio is also so kind and helpful. Really everyone here is so kind and helpful. Danna made check in and check out so easy and relaxed.
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Date of stay: January 2024
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Response from Gerardo Vela, Director General at Mar Del Cabo By Velas Resorts
Responded 10 Jan 2024
Thank you very much for considering Mar del Cabo as having "The best boutique experience in Cabo." Regarding the people you kindly praised, their gift for extending warm smiles and mindful attention comes naturally. Their personalities are quite alluring and make each day of your vacation a superb experience, and that in itself is simply priceless. Your kind words made a difference to our staff today, and I thank you for that amazing gesture. You can be assured that on your next visit, you will find the same positive vibe as you have on this occasion. As always, we remain at your faithful service, GERARDO VELA DIRECTOR GENERAL MAR DEL CABO
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Sonia H wrote a review Jan 2024
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The People are so amazing, Omar, Daniel , Javier, Victor. They are so helpful, nice, enthusiastic and positive actitud. Always ready to help with a nice smile. Clean rooms, nice decoration, calm and beautiful views. Familiar and peaceful. Relaxing areas. The gym is too small, machine in bad conditions, not really clean, wall without paint, just one mat.
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Date of stay: December 2023
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Responded 6 Jan 2024
Thank you very much, Sonia, for your warm praise for Omar, Daniel, Javier, and Victor, four of the main pillars of our wonderful staff. Your kind comments will serve to motivate an already highly motivated group of professionals. At the same time, your observation of the condition of our gym is quite valid, and you'll be happy to know that we are on the cusp of remodeling that area, complete with brand-new equipment. That said, I hope you'll make plans to return soon and see for yourself just how much consideration and attention we place on our guest's feedback. Until next time, we wish you all the best for a wonderful 2024, GERARDO VELA DIRECTOR GENERAL MAR DEL CABO
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Natalia Castillo wrote a review Jan 2024
Katy, Texas1 contribution
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My family’s stay was wonderful, it was one of the nicest boutique hotels I have been to and would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a peaceful stay in Cabo. It is quite small and quiet but that is part of its charm, truly what makes it so delightful is all of the kind workers. Javier, Daniel, Victor, Omar, Alejandro and many more were so especially kind and welcoming to my family and I. But in general, the attention and care from the entire staff was superb. My only small complaint is the gym which is in dire need of some improvement and remodeling. However, our stay at Mar del Cabo was for the most part very nice and relaxing, perfect for getting away from all the noise and chaos of most resorts.
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Date of stay: December 2023
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Responded 6 Jan 2024
On behalf of the management and staff at Mar del Cabo, I thank you and your family for selecting our beautiful hotel as the setting in which to spend some quality time together. Natalia, after receiving your kind words of praise in person, it still thrills us to read your thoughts and perceptions on this public forum. Since we reopened Mar del Cabo's doors, it's been our mission to provide discerning travelers like yourselves with a vacation option distinct from the competition. If you're looking for quality over quantity and refinement vs. "noise and chaos," then Mar del Cabo is your ideal spot to gather and reflect on all that has brought you to this point in life. And to enjoy all that in the loving company of family and good friends is the best way to spend a highly fulfilling vacation experience. Thank you for allowing us the privilege to cater to your needs and wishes. We look forward to reliving all these wonderful moments with you in the near future. As always, we place ourselves at your service, GERARDO VELA DIRECTOR GENERAL MAR DEL CABO
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pegnbuck wrote a review Dec 2023
San Diego, California819 contributions98 helpful votes
We loved our five days at the Mar del Cabo. It is such a pretty, private place, and the staff couldn't do enough for us. I loved that this hotel still exists, cheek to cheek with the gigantic AIs, and you'd never know they were there. The food at Encanto was excellent. They had several special offerings for the holidays and the regular menu was outstanding. Make sure you have the shrimp offerings. We don't really get good shrimp here and these were delicious. Our room was lovely, huge with kitchen, dining, and living areas separate from the bedroom. The nice bath and walk-in closet made living easy for our stay. We saw whales and jumping mantas from the beach and the pool was a great temperature. The staff is excellent, from the concierge service before our arrival to everyone
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Date of stay: December 2023
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Response from Gerardo Vela, Director General at Mar Del Cabo By Velas Resorts
Responded 30 Dec 2023
We're grateful you chose to journey from San Diego to spend quality time with us at Mar del Cabo. Your firm seal of approval is our greatest reward. In reading your wonderful comments, it certainly seems that Mar del Cabo has all the essentials you look for in a "Beautiful Christmas Stay." The hotel's unwavering charm has stood proud for many decades, and we couldn't be happier to have spruced up its interiors, making your stay "easy" and comfortable. Then add in the warmth and charm of the staff, and what you have is five days of inspired vacation time in the loving company of that special someone. And after it's all said and done, you can think to yourself that the entire experience was priceless and worthy of a repeat. On behalf of Daniel, Pablo, Javier, Alejandro, and all of the staff at Mar del Cabo, I thank you for choosing our beautiful hotel to spend Christmas. We hope to see you soon and wish you and the family all the best for a healthy and prosperous 2024. Thank you, GERARDO VELA DIRECTOR GENERAL MAR DEL CABO
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$532 - $672 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
LOCATION
MexicoBaja CaliforniaBaja California SurLos CabosSan Jose del Cabo
NUMBER OF ROOMS
48
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