The new Four Seasons Cabo del Sol resort is a secluded Mexican paradise

New York Post

01-05-2025

In 1535, Hernán Cortés established the first Spanish settlement at Cabo San Lucas, on Mexico's Baja peninsula. In the 1960s, Hollywood stars like Charlie Chaplin and John Wayne flocked to the then-remote area as an escape from the limelight. Drawn by its year-round sunny climate, they sought its promise of la buena vida — the good life — a blend of relaxation and adventure.
The Four Seasons Resort and Residences Cabo San Lucas at Cabo Del Sol is a new stunning resort in this now-famous destination, offering visitors the chance to indulge in their own version of la buena vida. The secluded paradise sits within the exclusive community of Cabo del Sol, midway along the corridor between Cabo San Lucas and San Jose del Cabo, and is inspired by both the charming Riviera-style villages of Europe and the magical towns of Mexico, known as pueblos mágicos. Embodying the country's deep cultural richness, art, food and traditions, the Four Seasons' latest Los Cabos property deftly combines luxury with the authentic spirit of Mexico.
3 The destination lures guest with its sparkling pools and its hacienda-style set up of villas, estates and guest houses.
Courtesy of Joe Thomas for Four Seasons Resort and Residences Cabo San Lucas
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The heart of the resort is La Casona — a nontraditional lobby and central gathering space. Upon check-in, guests are invited to order a spicy margarita crafted with house-flavored mezcal from La Casona Bar, settle into a plush sofa under the wall-sized local art and make themselves at home while gazing upon the stunning views of the Pacific Ocean.
The resort's design mirrors the elegance of a hacienda-style village, with 96 spacious guest rooms and suites, alongside 61 residences, villas and estates. Every room offers breathtaking views of the Sea of Cortez, but the oceanfront casitas take things a step further, with their private plunge pools, outdoor showers and easy access to the property's pools and the ocean beyond. Spread across a sprawling 1,800-acre property, the accommodations combine modern luxury with traditional Mexican charm.
3 Perched on the Baja peninsula, Palmerio restaurant serves Mediterranean-inspired meals — and stunning ocean views.
Courtesy of Four Seasons Resort and Residences Cabo San Lucas
As for the outdoor spaces: A palm-lined, family-friendly pool takes center stage, offering a variety of activities to keep everyone entertained beyond the kid's club. Across the lawn, a line of lounge chairs dot the small beach, providing an illusion of seclusion as you face the water. The adults-only infinity pool, meanwhile, has the professional sybarites covered with uninterrupted ocean views and unlimited service. Here, the attentive staff ensures every need is met, whether it's a refreshing horchata popsicle, a piña colada shot or binoculars for a spontaneous whale-watching experience from your poolside cabana.
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Culinary excellence is also a cornerstone of the Cabo Del Sol experience, with world-class dining options curated by renowned, contemporary-Latin chef Richard Sandoval. The beachfront Coraluz offers a childhood favorite of Sandoval's — guacamole adorned with beef cicerones, while Palmerio serves Mediterranean-inspired dishes like black ink pasta with lobster. Sandoval's Cayao blends Japanese and Peruvian cuisine, giving local seafood and produce an elevated twist with familiar Mexican ingredients. (Think: Japanese-inspired scallop ceviche.) At sunset, the place to be is Sora rooftop bar, where el sol sets on the fireside couches and the must-haves include the soft-shell crab and lobster tacos.
3 Exquisite culinary creations at the property are overseen by chef Richard Sandoval.
Courtesy of Four Seasons Resort and Residences Cabo San Lucas
Active types will find plenty to do at the resort's Baja 360° Adventure Center, from whale watching at the iconic granitic rock formation, El Arco, to snorkeling, free diving and world-class golfing at the Cabo Del Sol course. For those seeking rejuvenation, the resort's Tierra Mar spa offers holistic treatments inspired by the Kumiai indigenous people of Baja. Set in a lush tropical sanctuary, the spa offers both indoor and outdoor treatments, including a stretching massage with a traditional woven scarf.
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The heart of the property is La Plaza, an outdoor gathering area where guests can stroll through Mercado (the village's mini marketplace) for a morning pastry or midday ice cream, pop into Mandala for authentic fashion and jewelry, and peruse El Taller Artisan Studio, where local crafts and artwork are on display and guests are invited to create their own art under the tutelage of resident artists. It's an opportunity to connect with the culture in a meaningful way through lasting memories and personal mementos. While time at the resort doesn't stand still, it stretches out — much like the vibrant bands of color that light up the Baja sky.
Rooms from $1,200 per night at The Four Seasons Cabo San Lucas