One&Only Palmilla, Los Cabos
MX
One&Only Palmilla is a Forbes Five-Star luxury beachfront resort located in San José del Cabo, on the southern tip of the Baja Peninsula in Los Cabos, Mexico. Nestled where the Pacific Ocean meets the Sea of Cortez, the resort is set against a dramatic landscape of azure waters, desert mountains, and lush tropical gardens — creating an unparalleled natural backdrop.
Originally built in the 1950s as a private hacienda, the property has preserved its authentic Mexican character throughout, with intricate architectural details, red-tiled roofs, whitewashed walls, colorful azulejo tiles, and idyllic fountain courtyards framed by swaying palms and tropical blooms.
The resort offers 174 elegantly appointed rooms, suites, and private villas, nearly all featuring breathtaking ocean views and private terraces or balconies. Accommodations range from deluxe rooms to expansive multi-bedroom villas, including the exclusive Villa One — a 1,390 square-metre, four-bedroom private residence at the resort's highest point. All rooms are attended by a dedicated butler service and feature premium furnishings, hi-tech amenities, and thoughtful touches such as in-room binoculars for whale watching and personalized aromatherapy turndown service.
Dining at One&Only Palmilla is a celebration of authentic flavors and world-class culinary artistry. The resort features four distinct restaurants and bar venues, offering a range of dining experiences from locally inspired Mexican cuisine to innovative international concepts, as well as exclusive private dining options.
Guests are invited to indulge in the resort's Forbes Five-Star Spa, where a comprehensive menu of treatments and therapies awaits. Spa facilities include a Terrace Garden and pool, juice bar, indoor sauna, steam rooms, experience showers, and outdoor hot and cold plunge pools — all accessible on a complimentary basis. A fully equipped fitness center and complimentary daily fitness classes are also available.
For families, One&Only Palmilla offers an outstanding array of amenities, including the complimentary KidsOnly Club for children aged 4 to 11, a dedicated family pool with a splash and play area, children's menus at all restaurants, and connecting-door family room configurations. The resort is also home to one of the very few swimmable beaches in Los Cabos — Pelican Beach — a truly rare gem in the region.
Active guests may enjoy a wealth of on-property activities, including an 18-hole Jack Nicklaus-designed golf course, tennis and pickleball courts, water sports, and a full program of on- and off-property excursions arranged by the resort's concierge team, including snorkeling, scuba diving, deep-sea fishing, and yacht excursions.
Located just 17 km from Los Cabos International Airport, One&Only Palmilla is consistently recognized as one of Mexico's finest luxury resorts, offering an unrivalled combination of natural beauty, authentic culture, world-class amenities, and intuitive service.