Palmilla is the epitome of luxury resort living. The One&Only Palmilla is a stunning Los Cabos resort offering lavish accommodations, fantastic dining options, and a sensational spa. There are countless pastimes to make the most of your stay in this premier Baja California retreat. If you enjoy the finer things in life, appreciate privacy, and adore sweeping ocean views, book your stay at the One&Only Palmilla for an unforgettable Mexican escape.
Eat
For a Baja-inspired meal served in a blissful oceanside setting, head to Agua. This exceptional upscale restaurant serves thoughtfully prepared dishes using the finest in local, seasonal produce. Open from morning to night, you can enjoy the Mexican-Mediterranean fares at Agua anytime. Start your day with daily green juice and some classic chilaquiles. For lunch, share a delightful Baja seafood platter with your partner, featuring oysters, shrimp, chocolate clams, lobster, Alaskan king crab, tuna sashimi, Baja sea bass ceviche, and sauces for dipping. Try chef Garcia’s degustation menu for dinner, featuring ceviche trios, grilled prime beef tenderloin, and sweet tacos for dessert. No matter the time of day, you can delight in a delicious meal at Agua.
Relish a Japanese dinner with a Mexican twist as One&Only Palmilla’s Suviche. This fine dining establishment is named after its two signature dishes – ceviche and sushi. A vibrant ambiance, dramatic views, and a creative menu make Suviche a must-visit. For a fresh start, try the sashimi nori salad dressed with a zesty jalapeño wasabi dressing. Savor some decadent Wagyu and Kobe beef cooked on a hot stone before moving on to some nigiri which ranges from classic yellowtail and shrimp to decadent tuna with black truffle and foie gras. Share a warm chocolate cake or yuzu-infused strawberries for dessert. Get dolled up and stop by Suviche for an elegant and memorable dining experience.
When craving a juicy steak and seafood of the highest caliber, reserve a table at Seared. This steakhouse offers fine cuts of meat, fresh seafood, tantalizing side dishes, and an extensive wine list. A decadent dinner begins with Petrossian Daurenki caviar, served with chive creme fraiche and warm blinis. Keep the luxurious dishes coming by savoring some oysters on the half shell and beef carpaccio prepared with black truffle fritters and aged balsamic. Try the Kobe ribeye or delicate salmon with some warm asparagus on the side for the main event. The menu is posh, straightforward, and teeming with sumptuous dishes that will impress any discerning palate.
If you are looking for a casual location to grab a tasty breakfast, lunch, or dinner, head to Cream Café & Pizza Bar at The Shoppes at Palmilla. This relaxed eatery serves European-style coffee, pastries, sandwiches, snacks, salads, and pizza. Guacamole and chips or beetroot hummus are great options for those in a snacky mood. Acai bowls make a great breakfast choice, as does Lorena’s special avocado toast made with a poached egg atop sourdough bread. Order a scampi shrimp pizza or Roma toast sandwich for lunch, or opt to build your own pizza. Your kids will munch on tasty mac & cheese while you delight in the veggie-centric Budda bowl. This spot is great for a family lunch date.
Shop
The Shoppes at Palmilla is a popular retail and dining destination offering exceptional shopping, dining, and entertainment options to Los Cabos residents and visitors. Whether you are looking for elegant resort apparel or fine tequila to savor on your private oceanfront patio, you can find it at this central shopping plaza.
For a timeless and contemporary selection of apparel, jewelry, and accessories for women of all ages, check out Four Coconuts. Shop the beautiful and unique Latin American offerings of LAGO. Cultural heritage is the focus of the outstanding fashion, jewelry, and accessories found here. If you need to add some resort-friendly pieces to your wardrobe, stop by SAX Boutique. Here you can find a plethora of fair trade, earth-friendly, locally made artisan pieces, from custom jewelry to breezy, beachy resort wear.
Tequila is an integral part of Mexican culture. When seeking exceptional tequila made with love and care, stop by Clase Azul. Jaime’s artisanal creations vary in tasting notes and represent millennia of spirit-making traditions. All Clase Azul tequila is made with 100& blue agave and is produced at one of the highest points in Jalisco, where the climate and land properties offer a distinctive tequila flavor. No matter the flavor profile you prefer, Clas Azul’s tequilas will delight all your senses.
If catching some surf is one of your vacation priorities, head to Del Cabo Shop, where you can purchase every necessity for a fun-filled day on the water. Surfwear, short and long surfboards, boogie boards, skimboards, and anything else needed to surf Cabo can be found here. If you’re a surf novice, you can opt to rent a surfboard and even take a lesson or two.
Play
Palmilla offers a variety of amusing pastimes suitable for every age and objective. Whether you prefer to explore the art and culture of the region, soak up some sun on the beach, or hit the green to work on your golf stroke, Palmilla has it all.
One&Only Palmilla offers an array of thrilling adventures by the sea. Board a luxurious 77-foot yacht to experience an unrivaled whale watching experience. Embark on a two-hour excursion or delight in a full-day adventure. A custom-tailored adventure awaits you! Note that December through April are the best months for viewing whales as they embark on their seasonal migration from Alaska. Los Cabos crystal blue waters allow for snorkeling with sea turtles and swimming with dolphins year-round. Spot sharks from January to July and scuba dive beside schools of flying manta rays from May to August.
The waters off One&Only Palmilla are one the best places to fish in Mexico. Resort staff will happily design an ideal fishing excursion for you, where a world-class yacht, professional crew, and top-quality sportfishing tackle are provided. You’ll reel in striped marlin and yellowfin tuna that resort chefs will prepare for the freshest “sea-to-table” treat of your dreams. For a lavish day on the Gulf of Cortez, book a private charter. The captain and crew will cater to your every desire, whether partaking in sport fishing or scoping out surf spots.
Get a feel for the local culture via the Pez Gordo Gallery, featuring several well-established and emerging artists’ work. The gallery’s roster currently comprises over 40 local artists who create using a broad range of techniques. Whether you prefer photographs or oil paintings, the gallery’s eclectic collection will undoubtedly have some work you can appreciate. Pez Gordo also hosts weekly painting parties, which are great for inspiring and expressing your inner artist.
Put on some suntan lotion, grab a towel, and head to Playa Palmilla for a fun-filled day on the water. This white sand beach is perfect for taking a dip in the sea, working on your tan, and relishing various watersports. Local anglers can be seen launching their boats and catching snapper and groupers daily. Feel free to buy the daily catch directly from them to cook in your resort kitchen. Head to the playa to glimpse majestic marine life via snorkeling, or enjoy a moment of solitude beside the calming ocean waves.
Tee up on the signature courses of Palmilla Golf Club. The club is a short ride from the resort and has been rated one of the Top 100 in the World by Great Golf Resorts of the World. Boasting three different courses to play, each course is nestled among diverse landscapes. The Arroyo nine-hole course offers sweeping Sea of Cortez views where you play amongst mature Cardon cacti, canyons, and wildlife.
Head to the Ocean Course for a challenging game with the sea as the backdrop. Lush greenery and mountains frame the attractive Mountain Course. The golf shop provides an excellent selection of apparel for the whole family. Rent clubs for gameplay and luxuriate in a fantastic day on the fairways of Palmilla Golf Club.
In addition to the world-class One&Only Palmilla resort, an affluent master-planned community is currently in development in Los Cabos. Upon completion, the exclusive resort community will feature over 1,000 upscale properties plus all the extravagant amenities luxury travelers adore.
Live
If you’re interested in experiencing life to the fullest, Palmilla is the place for you. This renowned resort exemplifies luxurious living. As one of Los Cabos’ first full-scale, master-planned developments, this innovative and inspiring community encourages its guests and residents to celebrate the joy of living in the foothills of the Sierra de la Laguna Mountains.
Nearby, another exemplary lifestyle option is Villas Del Mar, which offers similarly stunning views of the cerulean beach. Whether residents opt for an oceanfront villa or panoramic mountain views at their new casita, the breathtaking beauty of Los Cabos is always on display.
Once you’ve booked your stay at One&Only Palmilla, you’ll indeed desire a Palmilla luxury villa to call home. Contact Los Cabos real estate agent Emily Rice to aid in your search for Palmilla beach homes for sale. Emily is a Los Cabos native whose tenacity and unrivaled knowledge will ensure you find a perfect Palmilla property.
* Header image : One&Only Palmilla Resort Exterior. Credit: Leonardo.
