When it comes to luxury hotels in Cabo, there aren’t many options. Many hotels offer over-the-top amenities and posh rooms, but very few of them offer the same experience that guests would expect from a luxury hotel – let alone one with an upscale Japanese restaurant as its centerpiece. With only a handful of luxury hotels in Cabo available for travelers, the opening of the Nobu Hotel Los Cabos was a pleasant surprise. This new resort offers visitors a chance to experience luxurious accommodations, spa services, and dining experiences that are nothing short of amazing. If you are planning to visit Cabo and would like to know everything there is to know about this unique resort then continue reading for our comprehensive review.
What to Know Before You Go
First and foremost, it is important to keep in mind that this is not a traditional Mexican hotel. It is, in fact, a Japanese-owned hotel so you should expect to see some cultural influences throughout your stay. This hotel is located in the heart of Cabo’s Downtown/Zona Centro, which is roughly a 15-minute drive from the airport. This hotel is also a bit of a destination for foodies, as it is the only Nobu Hotel in the world that features a full-fledged Nobu restaurant. If you’re planning a romantic getaway, you might want to look elsewhere. This hotel is for the young, party crowd and loud music can be heard until the early hours of the morning.
Awards and Recognition
This hotel has been recognized by many top travel publications, including Travel + Leisure, Forbes, Conde Nast, and the New York Times, among others. It has also won a number of awards, including the Luxury Hotel Award and the Top Hotel Award, among others.
Best Season to Visit
The Nobu Hotel in Cabo is open year-round and has an average temperature of 25 degrees Celsius, so it is a good option for travelers visiting during any time of the year. That being said, the best times to visit this part of Mexico are between May and November. Dry season (November-April) has cooler temperatures, which are ideal for those who prefer milder weather. Although the rainy season has a higher chance of experiencing rain, it’s not uncommon for Cabo to have beautiful sunrises and sunsets during this time.
The Rooms, Food and Spa
The Nobu Hotel in Cabo is one of the few hotels in the area that offers rooms with private pools. These rooms are located on the second floor and feature a private terrace, plunge pool, and an outdoor shower. While these rooms are nice, the majority of the rooms are very small and feature minimal amenities. The beds are extremely firm and the rooms do not include a coffee maker or iron. The rooms are decorated with a Southwestern theme, with a mixture of modern and Japanese accents. All of the rooms include daily maid service, which is a nice bonus, given that most luxury hotels in Cabo do not offer this service. The spa at the Nobu Hotel is one of the best in the area. It offers a wide range of services, including massages, facials, body treatments, yoga, and meditation. The spa also has a beautiful indoor meditation room, which is the perfect place to wind down after a long day of exploring Cabo.
Rooms & Services Available
Deluxe King Room
3 maximum amount
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The luxurious accommodations offer tranquility through a harmonious blend of natural local materials, Japanese detailing and design, and views of the hotel, desert, pool, or garden. The bathrooms provide spacious open showers, double vanities, and Onsen teak soaking tubs for an authentic spa ambiance, created with handcrafted décor from local artisans.
Bath tubs/soaking tubs
Double vanities with Italian stone finish
Nespresso machine
In-room dining
Terry robes
Wt swimsuit bags
Laundry bags
In-room safe
65” TV’s
Minibars
Nightly turn-down service
Garment steamers available
Shoe-shine and laundry service*
Yoga mats
Natura Bissé bath amenities
Deluxe Double Room
4 maximum amount
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The luxurious accommodations offer tranquility through a harmonious blend of natural local materials, Japanese detailing and design, and views of the hotel, desert, pool, or garden. The bathrooms provide spacious open showers, double vanities, and Onsen teak soaking tubs for an authentic spa ambiance, created with handcrafted décor from local artisans.
Bath tubs/soaking tubs
Double vanities with Italian stone finish
Nespresso machine
In-room dining
Terry robes
Wt swimsuit bags
Laundry bags
In-room safe
65” TV’s
Minibars
Nightly turn-down service
Garment steamers available
Shoe-shine and laundry service*
Yoga mats
Natura Bissé bath amenities
Junior Suite
4 maximum amount
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Minimalist Japanese design is combined with locally sourced materials to create the Junior Suite, which offers a large, open living area and a full walk-in wardrobe. Open showers, double vanities, and Onsen teak soaking tubs are used in the bathrooms to create a truly spa-like atmosphere in tandem with handcrafted décor from local artisans.
Bath tubs/soaking tubs
Exclusive (Simmons) Nobu beds with high thread count, organic cotton linens
65” TV’s
Nespresso machines
Double vanities with Italian stone finish
Minibars
Garment steamers available
Nightly turn-down service
In-room dining
Shoe-shine and laundry service*
Yoga mats
Terry robes
Wet swimsuit bags
Laundry bags
In-room safe
Natura Bissé bath amenities
Deluxe Room (Swim-Up)
4 maximum amount
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With sliding glass doors and natural stone flooring, the Deluxe Swim-Up offers indoor-outdoor living with views of the pool or garden. You can gain direct access to the main swim-up pool from the privacy of your room via the open showers, double vanities, and Onsen teak soaking tubs that provide a spa-like environment. Handcrafted décor from local artisans is used to connect the bathrooms together.
Bath tubs/soaking tubs
Double vanities with Italian stone finish
Nespresso machine
In-room dining
Terry robes
Wt swimsuit bags
Laundry bags
In-room safe
65” TV’s
Minibars
Nightly turn-down service
Garment steamers available
Shoe-shine and laundry service*
Yoga mats
Natura Bissé bath amenities
Deluxe Room, Private Pool
2 maximum amount
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With indoor-outdoor living areas, natural stone flooring, and sliding glass doors, the Deluxe King Private Pool offers an unparalleled private pool experience and serene relaxation. The bathrooms have spacious open showers, double vanities, and Onsen teak soaking tubs to create a truly spa-like experience, all tied together with local artisans' handcrafted decor.
Bath tubs/soaking tubs
Double vanities with Italian stone finish
Nespresso machine
In-room dining
Terry robes
Wt swimsuit bags
Laundry bags
In-room safe
65” TV’s
Minibars
Nightly turn-down service
Garment steamers available
Shoe-shine and laundry service*
Yoga mats
Natura Bissé bath amenities
Suite (Zen)
3 maximum amount
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The Zen Suite offers two sets of sliding doors that enable you to experience an endless vista of the sea, as well as a separate living and sleeping area with a full dining table, a large walk-in closet, and a spacious bathroom.
Bathtubs/soaking tubs
Exclusive (Simmons) Nobu beds with high thread count, organic cotton linens
65” TV’s
Nespresso machines
Double vanities with Italian stone finish
Minibars
Garment steamers available
Nightly turn-down service
Butler service
In-room dining
Shoe-shine and laundry service*
Yoga mats
Terry robes
Wet swimsuit bags
In-room safe
Natural Bissé bath amenities
Suite (Sake)
3 maximum amount
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With live-edge millwork, handcrafted furniture, and large sliding doors leading to the outside world, this open concept corner suite's one bedroom includes a living area and dining area with views of the Pacific. To enhance and celebrate the environment, this suite includes a variety of special attributes, including double shower heads, double vanities, and Onsen teak soaking tubs. Handcrafted décor created by local artisans is used in the bathrooms for a truly spa-like experience.
Bath tubs/soaking tubs
Exclusive (Simmons) Nobu beds with high thread count, organic cotton linens
65” TV’s
Nespresso machines
Double vanities with Italian stone finish
Minibars
Garment steamers available
Nightly turn-down service
Butler service
In-room dining
Shoe-shine and laundry service*
Yoga mats
Terry robes
Wet swimsuit bags
Laundry bags
In-room safe
Natura Bissé bath amenities
Suite, 2 Bedrooms, (Miyabi)
6 maximum amount
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The Miyabi Suite includes a living area and bedroom with a full dining area, wet bar, and a large walk-in closet leading to the bathroom. Sliding doors provide access to the outside from both the living area and the bedroom.
Bath tubs/soaking tubs
Exclusive (Simmons) Nobu beds with high thread count, organic cotton linens
65” TV’s
Nespresso machines
Double vanities with Italian stone finish
Minibars
Garment steamers available
Nightly turn-down service
Butler service
In-room dining
Shoe-shine and laundry service*
Yoga mats
Terry robes
Wet swimsuit bags
Laundry bags
In-room safe
Natura Bissé bath amenities
Amenities
The Nobu Hotel in Cabo offers free Wi-Fi. The hotel also has a sun deck, a pool bar, and a rooftop bar, making it an ideal destination for both relaxation and socialization. The hotel offers a 24/7 gym, which overlooks the pool, making for the perfect place for morning workouts. The Nobu Hotel also offers a free shuttle service to the nearby beach town of San Jose del Cabo.
Getting There
If you are flying into Los Cabos International Airport, you’ll have to take a cab or an Uber to Downtown. Expect the ride to cost around $40-50 USD. If you are driving to the hotel, you’ll have to take the same route as the cab or Uber. It’s a long ride, so make sure you are well-rested before the journey!
Pros & cons
Pros:
- Excellent dining experience - the Nobu restaurant is one of the best in the world and offers an incredible dining experience.
- The rooms with private pools are a unique feature that you won’t find at most hotels in Cabo.
- Excellent spa services.
Cons:
- While the Nobu Hotel offers excellent dining and spa services, its rooms are very small and lack amenities.
- It’s located in the heart of Downtown, which can make it challenging to get a good night’s rest if you are a light sleeper.
- The hotel is also a bit of a party hotel, so it’s not ideal for a romantic getaway if that’s what you are looking for.
Final Thoughts
The Nobu Hotel in Cabo is one of the few hotels in the area that offers the type of experience that you would expect from a luxury hotel, given the price tag. It is not the cheapest option in town, but if you are looking for a high-end experience in Cabo, the Nobu Hotel is your best option. If you are looking for a more budget-friendly option, you can always check out our other reviews for luxury hotels in Cabo. When it comes to luxury hotels in Cabo, there aren’t many options. Many hotels offer over-the-top amenities and posh rooms, but very few of them offer the same experience that guests would expect from a luxury hotel – let alone one with an upscale Japanese restaurant as its centerpiece.
