Cabo San Lucas · Palmilla · Pedregal · San José del Cabo
Beachfront, hillside & resort-access estates where the desert meets the Pacific.
Hand-selected luxury Los Cabos villas across Palmilla, Pedregal, Cabo San Lucas and San José del Cabo — with private pool, daily housekeeping and 24/7 concierge as standard, and in-residence chef, butler and transfers arranged on request.
Live availability & pricing · or call +1 888 279 6444 and a Los Cabos specialist will curate a selection for you.
Why Los Cabos, Why Haute Retreats
Los Cabos is two distinct towns connected by a twenty-mile coastline at the tip of Baja California — lively Cabo San Lucas at one end, the cultural quiet of San José del Cabo at the other, with Palmilla, Pedregal and the Tourist Corridor in between. Our luxury Los Cabos villas collection spans all five enclaves: beachfront homes on Palmilla, cliffside hideaways in Pedregal, marina-front estates in Cabo, hacienda-style villas in San José del Cabo and golf-resort properties along the Corridor.
Haute Retreats is not an OTA or a marketplace. Each villa is reviewed, vetted and selected by our team, and key properties are visited directly by our destination specialists. Inclusions vary by villa: private chef, butler, daily housekeeping, drivers, in-villa spa, sportfishing, yacht days and tailored experiences may be included or arranged through our bespoke concierge service — and are confirmed in writing before booking.
Whom Los Cabos suits: families wanting one of the only swimmable beaches in Baja (Palmilla), couples seeking design-led privacy (Pedregal), golfers, milestone celebrations, and travellers chasing the dry-season whale migration between December and April.
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Where to Stay
Los Cabos isn't one place — it's a twenty-mile coastline with five distinct enclaves. Here's how our specialists frame the choice.
Marina & Nightlife
Best for: groups, first-timers, sport
The lively heart — the Arch, the marina, sunset cruises and walkable restaurants and bars.
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Swimmable Beach
Best for: families, beach lovers
The address — gated, beachfront, one of the only swimmable beaches in Cabo and the One&Only resort.
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Cliffside & Private
Best for: privacy, design, dramatic views
Architectural homes carved into the hillside above Cabo — gated, dramatic views, the most exclusive private address in town.
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Art & Slow Living
Best for: couples, honeymoons, slow travel
Cobblestone streets, galleries, the Thursday Art Walk and quieter beaches — the cultural counterweight to Cabo San Lucas.
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Golf & Resorts
Best for: golfers, families, resort access
The twenty-mile coast between the two towns — Cabo del Sol, Querencia, Diamante, Chileno Bay. Golf, beach clubs, ocean views.
Explore ›The Full Collection
Browse every villa across Cabo San Lucas, Palmilla, Pedregal, San José del Cabo and the Corridor.
View Collection ›Featured Properties
A handpicked starting point — a Palmilla ocean-view, a beachfront retreat estate, and a Pedregal cliffside hilltop villa.
Palmilla · Fully Staffed
An ocean-view Palmilla villa within easy walking distance of the swimmable beach — the easy choice for couples and families.
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Palmilla · Beachfront Estate
A direct-beachfront Palmilla estate built for large family retreats, wellness programmes and milestone celebrations.
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Pedregal · Fully Staffed
A cliffside Pedregal villa with dramatic panoramic views and the gated privacy of Cabo's most exclusive enclave.
View Villa ›Why Book With Haute Retreats
Each villa is reviewed, vetted and selected by our team. Key properties are visited directly by our Los Cabos specialists.
A team that knows the swimmable beaches, the right chef for ceviche night, the Pedregal villas with the best sunsets, and the tee times that book out early.
Chef bookings, sportfishing, golf, transfers, restaurant reservations, yacht days and tailored experiences — arranged by your specialist.
Luxury Lifestyle Awards Winner 2024–2026, ASTA Member and guest-reviewed on Trustpilot — the quiet credentials that matter.
Make the Right Choice
The shortest possible answer to "where should we stay?"
| Area | Best for | Scenery / setting | Dining / lifestyle | Airport / access | Best season |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cabo San Lucas | Groups, sport, first-timers | The Arch, marina, Medano Beach | Marina dining, beach clubs, nightlife | SJD · 45 min | Nov–May |
| Palmilla | Families, beach lovers | Swimmable beach, gated, walkable | One&Only resort access, beach clubs | SJD · 20 min | Nov–May |
| Pedregal | Privacy, design, couples | Cliffside, dramatic views, gated | In-villa · nearby Cabo dining | SJD · 40 min | Nov–May |
| San José del Cabo | Couples, art lovers, slow travel | Cobblestone Old Town, quieter beaches | Farm-to-table, Art Walk, mezcal bars | SJD · 15 min | Nov–May |
| The Tourist Corridor | Golfers, families, resort access | Twenty-mile coast, golf-side estates | Cabo del Sol, Querencia, Chileno Bay | SJD · 25–35 min | Nov–May |
By Travel Style
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Multi-Gen
Multiple ensuite bedrooms, kid-safe pools, kids' programmes at Palmilla and Chileno Bay beach clubs, and the only swimmable beaches in Baja.
Request a Shortlist ›Private Chef
Ceviche nights, mezcal pairings, fresh-caught seafood and chef-prepared breakfasts — chef service may be included or arranged depending on the villa.
Request a Shortlist ›Fully Staffed
Butler, housekeeping, chef and on-site manager for the smoothest hands-off stays — common across Pedregal, Palmilla and Querencia.
Request a Shortlist ›Beachfront
Direct beach access in Palmilla and the Corridor, plus dramatic cliffside ocean-view homes across Pedregal and Cabo del Sol.
Request a Shortlist ›Celebrations
Event-ready estates with the space, terraces and infinity pools for ceremonies, milestone birthdays and family reunions — planning handled end-to-end.
Request a Shortlist ›Retreats
Discreet estates suited to brand offsites, board retreats and wellness programmes — spa, chef, yoga decks and AV arranged on request.
Request a Shortlist ›Direct Answers
Concise, factual answers from our Los Cabos specialists — written for travellers, not search engines.
It depends on the trip. Cabo San Lucas for marina-front living, the Arch and the social scene; Palmilla for one of the only swimmable beaches in Cabo, gated calm and resort access; Pedregal for dramatic cliffside privacy above Cabo; San José del Cabo for art, slow living and quieter beaches; the Tourist Corridor for golf-and-beach-club estates between the two towns.
Many are, but not all. Our Los Cabos collection includes fully staffed estates with butler, housekeeping and in-residence chef on request, alongside partially staffed villas (housekeeping and concierge included, chef arranged on request) and self-catering homes with concierge support. Each villa's staffing model is confirmed in writing before booking.
A private chef is included as standard at some Los Cabos estates and arranged on request at others. Common formats are full board, chef on call (booked per service) or in-villa catering for specific occasions — ceviche nights, fresh-caught seafood, mezcal-paired tasting menus. Our concierge confirms chef availability, cuisine preferences and cost before booking.
For Christmas, New Year, Presidents' Day and Easter , plan 9 to 12 months ahead — the best villas in Palmilla, Pedregal and along the Corridor sell out early. For high season (January to March), four to six months ahead is comfortable. For shoulder season (May and June) three months is usually enough. Weddings and milestone celebrations should be enquired about 9 to 12 months in advance.
Yes — particularly Palmilla , with one of the only swimmable beaches in the region, gated security, kids' programmes at the One&Only and walkable access to family beach clubs. The Tourist Corridor (especially around Chileno Bay) is also family-friendly with calm coves. SJD airport sits under an hour away with direct flights from most major US cities.
Excellent — several Los Cabos villas are event-ready, with the space, terraces and infinity pools for ceremonies, milestone birthdays and family reunions. Our team arranges the planner, florals, catering, music and guest accommodation across nearby villas. Tell us your date and guest count and we'll propose the right venue.
Most stays include private use of the villa, daily housekeeping and 24/7 concierge support. Private chef, butler, drivers, in-villa spa, golf bookings, sportfishing, yacht days and beach-club reservations may be included or arranged depending on the property. Taxes, final cleaning, food and beverage, security deposits and special-event fees may apply. Services vary by villa and are confirmed before booking.
Privacy, space and personalisation. A villa gives you the whole property — private pool, gardens, multiple ensuite bedrooms and the option of full private staff — for the cost of (and often less than) equivalent rooms at a five-star resort. Better still for families and multi-gen groups who'd otherwise be split across rooms, and for celebrations needing whole-property privacy.
Rates vary significantly by villa, season, size and staffing. As a guide, our luxury Los Cabos villas start from around $1,020 per night , with most fully staffed estates ranging from $3,000 to $8,000 per night, and Palmilla and Pedregal flagships pricing higher in peak season and festive weeks. Detailed quotes including taxes, cleaning, chef and any event fees are confirmed in writing before booking.
A Note From Our Founder
"Los Cabos rewards travellers who plan it well — the right area for what you want, the right villa, and a concierge who knows where to find swimmable beaches, the best chefs and the right tee times. That's what we do."Sabrina Piccinin Founder, Haute Retreats · 25+ years in luxury hospitality
How It Works
A dedicated Los Cabos specialist handles every detail end to end — before, during and after your stay.
Dates, group size, kids' ages, must-haves and the kind of week you want. By phone, WhatsApp or our enquiry form.
Three to five villas matched to your brief — with notes on each enclave, services included and what we'd choose for your trip.
Chef nights, sportfishing, yacht days, golf tee times, restaurant holds, transfers and any wedding or event production.
VIP airport greet at SJD, immigration fast-track, private SUV transfer and concierge support on a live WhatsApp thread.
When to Visit
Each season has its own personality — from festive peak weeks to the warmest, quietest sea.
High · Dec–Apr
Dry, sunny, 75–82°F days. Humpback whales migrate past the coast December through April. Christmas, New Year, Presidents' Day and Easter book 9–12 months ahead.
Sweet Spot · May–Jun
Warm, sunny, with the sea at its calmest. Substantially lower rates than peak weeks and excellent availability — a specialist favourite.
Best Value · Sep–Oct
Warmest sea temperatures and the year's lowest villa rates — with a modest weather risk from passing storms. Trade some weather risk for substantial savings.
Festive · Christmas & NYE
The most celebrated time of year. Minimum stays and festive supplements apply at most villas — secure availability for 2026–2027 well in advance.
Guest Reviews
Verified reviews from past Haute Retreats guests.
"10/10 trip and villa experience. I felt I had a whole team working for me, looking out for me, thinking ahead for what I might need — all while feeling like we'd become good friends."
"Coordinating a group of 20 is no small task, yet they handled it with ease and grace. The staff anticipated our needs so well that we never had to worry about a thing."
"The villa I rented for my husband's milestone birthday was completely stunning. If you're thinking of using Haute Retreats — STOP — and look no further."
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Discover ›Rates & Inclusions
Rates vary significantly by villa, season, size and staffing. Most stays include private use of the villa and concierge support. Daily housekeeping, private chef and butler service may be included or arranged depending on the property.
Taxes, final cleaning, food and beverage, security deposits and special-event fees may apply. Festive weeks (Christmas, New Year, Easter) typically carry premium pricing and minimum stays of 7 to 14 nights.
Our specialists will tell you honestly when to add a chef, when to push for resort access and when to leave space for spontaneity. Exact inclusions are confirmed in writing, with a clear quote covering every cost line, before any commitment.
Pricing guidance below is illustrative. Each villa is quoted individually based on dates, guests and staffing model.
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