While Cabo is renowned for its breathtaking beauty, it’s important to know that not all of its beaches offer safe swimming conditions due to factors like strong currents, jagged rocks and unpredictable waves.
If the idea of swimming in the ocean on your Cabo vacation is essential, choosing the right resort becomes paramount.
To help you narrow down where to stay, we’ve gathered a list of the best Cabo resorts with swimmable beaches that provide not only a picturesque backdrop but also other highly rated amenities.
Here are the top-rated resorts in Los Cabos that have swimmable beaches with calm water, and most of them are all-inclusive.
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Corazón Cabo Resort & Spa
Top choice for best rooftop pool and lively beach area
Why you should stay here:
- great location with swimmable beach
- 7 minute walking distance to town
- Free poolside cabanas
- located right on Medano Beach with a beach club & 4 additional pools
- Steps from Baja Brewing, the Office, Mango Deck & the Sandbar (best beachfront restaurants in Cabo)
- One of the best rooftop pools in Cabo
- Great for a girls trip, spring breakers
Hotel Tesoro
Top choice for affordability in the best location
Why you should stay here:
- Best location, in the middle of the best part of the Marina
- Pools are heated (perfect if you’re visiting in January or February)
- The rooftop pool has an incredible view of the marina and ocean
- Rooftop hot tubs
- Older resort, but affordable
- Close to so many restaurants, so you can save money by not doing all inclusive
- You can also buy a day pass and use the pool, beach & amenities (also includes food and drinks)
Villa del Palmar
One of the best resorts in Cabo San Lucas for kids
Why you should stay here:
- Swimmable beach
- Great for families with kids
- Kids pool has waterslide
- Fun pool entertainment
- Rooms have recently been updated in the last couple of years
- Downtown Cabo San Lucas accessible within a few minutes
Villa del Arco Beach Resort
Quiet resort with a great beach, minutes to downtown Cabo San Lucas
Why you should stay here:
- Direct access to a swimmable beach along the Sea of Cortez
- Quiet and chill resort
- Scenic oceanfront location, quick cab ride into downtown
- Higher-end property compared to Villa del Palmar
- Can use the restaurants and amenities at Villa del Palmar
- One of the best all inclusive resorts in Cabo with a swimmable beach
Casa Dorada Resort & Spa
Luxurious retreat in the middle of all the action in Cabo San Lucas
Why you should stay here:
- Beachfront resort
- Private swimmable beach for hotel guests
- 5 star resort property
- Steps from famous beach clubs, such as Mango Deck
Paradisus Los Cabos
Swim out rooms overlooking the beach
Why you should stay here:
- 5 star hotel
- Located halfway between Cabo San Lucas & Cabo Del San Jose
- Very good swimmable beach in a cove with a nice area for snorkeling
- 4 pools
- some rooms have swim-out pools
- a bus stop across the street (purple & yellow bus) just $2 US per person
- Adults-only
Hilton Los Cabos Beach & Golf Resort
Elegant hotel known best for its first class service
Why you should stay here:
- Elegant and upscale design
- Their swimmable beach is the most popular reason travelers choose this resort
- Small & calm cove that’s lovely for swimming separated by a breakwater
- Halfway between San Jose del Cabo and downtown Cabo San Lucas (visit each in only 15 minutes)
- Adult only pool
- Kids area
- Not all inclusive
ME Cabo
Highest-rated party resort in Los Cabos
Why you should stay here:
- 5-star hotel, one of the highest-rated hotels in Cabo
- Rooms with private hot tubs on the balcony or direct pool access
- Best party resort in Cabo San Lucas
- Chill beach lounge vibe
- Stunning location with front row views of the arch
- Not all inclusive
One&Only Palmilla
One of the newest hotels in Cabo, with a beach you can swim in and surf!
Why you should stay here:
- Luxury beachfront resort with stunning ocean views
- Very calm beach for swimming
- Free cabanas on the resort’s private beach
- Offers a Jack Nicklaus-designed golf course
- Private butler service for personalized experience.
- Award-winning spa for ultimate relaxation
- Variety of gourmet dining options
The Cape, a Thompson Hotel
Glam and chic hotel with the best rooftop lounge in Los Cabos
Why you should stay here:
- Located on the most popular beach for surfing in Cabo
- Best rooftop bar vibes with stunning sunset views
- Infinity pool with swim up bar
- Modern, chic hotel with panoramic views of the Sea of Cortez.
- Unique rooms with private balconies and private plunge pools
- Trendy poolside vibe and beach access
- Stunning ocean views everywhere!
Marina Fiesta
While not on the beach, it’s one of the best value hotels in Cabo San Lucas, walking distance to Medano Beach for swimming
Why you should stay here:
- Not on beach, but a 5 minute walk to Medano Beach (the most swimmable in downtown Cabo San Lucas)
- Great value for budget-conscious travelers
- Located in the heart of the Marina, steps from great restaurants and nightlife
- Older hotel but well maintained
- Hotel guests can use the sister property resort (Hacienda Encantada) for free, accessed by a complimentary shuttle.
- Great option if you prefer low-key resorts
Breathless Cabo San Lucas
Adult-only party vibe with DJs and pool parties
Why you should stay here:
- Lively Adults-Only scene
- Overlooks the swimmable Medano beach
- Located in the Marina close to all the action (nightclubs, bars, restaurants, shopping
- Party pool overlooks the beach and a quiet pool overlooks the marina
- With a focus on entertainment, the resort hosts themed parties, live music, and DJ sets
- Great for bachelor and bachelorette parties, friends trips or couples who like to party
- à la carte restaurants don’t require reservations (this is a HUGE plus in my opinion)
- No wristbands!
Grand Velas Los Cabos
Cabo’s best all-inclusive resort because of the highly-rated food
Why you should stay here:
- All-inclusive luxury resort with spacious suites.
- Gourmet dining options with international cuisines.
- Expansive spa with hydrotherapy circuit.
- Infinity pools with ocean views.
- Personal concierge service for tailored experiences.
Pueblo Bonito Resorts (Blanco and Rose)
Best value resorts for their prime location
Why you should stay here:
- Located on Medano Beach in a very calm area
- Rose is the larger resort, Blanco has a smaller boutique resort feel
- Choose the Pueblo Bonito Rose if you are a family with kids
- All inclusive is optional if you prefer to check out the amazing restaurants steps away
- Free shuttles to use amenities at each of the 3 Pueblo properties
Chileno Bay Resort & Residences
Sophisticated and trendy resort that appeals to travelers in their 30s and 40s
Why you should stay here:
- Contemporary resort with modern Mexican design.
- Direct access to the resort’s private beach or Chileno Bay, a popular swimmable beach
- 3 infinity pools
- Some rooms have luxurious outdoor showers, private hot tubs and plunge pools
- High-end gym and fitness center
- Family-friendly with kids’ club and family pool.
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Best Cabo San Lucas Resorts Day Passes (with swimmable beaches)
If you just want to spend one day on the beach in Cabo with some nice drinks and food, there are several resorts with swimmable beaches that also let you visit for the day by purchasing a resort pass.
Hilton Los Cabos Beach & Golf Resort
Price: $115 USD
Includes:
- $80 USD food & beverage credit
- Adults-only pool with swim-up bar
- Beach access with lounge chairs
- Poolside food & drink service
Casa Dorada Los Cabos Resort & Spa
Price: $125 per adult, $63 per child
Includes:
- $80 USD food & beverage credit
- 1 complimentary bottle of house wine per couple
- Beach access
- Swim up bar
- Hot tub
Why are some beaches in Cabo not swimmable?
Some beaches in Cabo are not safe for swimming due to factors like strong currents, rip tides, rocky shorelines, unpredictable waves, undercurrents, sudden drop-offs, marine life, and weather conditions.
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