What's it like in La Playa?

Travellers will be sure to find plenty to entertain them in San José del Cabo's La Playa neighbourhood. Are you looking for La Playa travel tips? Make sure that you visit Puerto Los Cabos and La Playita while you're in the neighbourhood.

Where is the best hotel for a stay in La Playa?

Based on our traveller data, Hotel El Ganzo - Adults Only is one of the top choices for your stay in La Playa. This resort is a short 1-minute walk from Puerto Los Cabos, and it offers a marina and 2 outdoor pools.

How many hotels are there in La Playa?

Expedia has 20 hotels and other accommodation options in La Playa to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater San José del Cabo area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in La Playa, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the best deals available in La Playa.

What is there to do around this San José del Cabo neighbourhood?

If you're looking for activities to do while you're in La Playa, look into Puerto Los Cabos and Puerto Los Cabos Golf Course. As you're discovering the neighbourhood, La Playita and East Cape Beach are some other places worth a visit. A few places to visit in the area around La Playa include Wirikuta Botanical Cactus Garden, San Jose Estuary and Plaza Mijares. While you're out sightseeing in San José del Cabo, make sure that you visit other sights such as Frank Arnold Art or Enrique Bascón Art Gallery.

Top 10 La Playa Hotels of 2026

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Our top choices for La Playa hotels

A room with a view of the beach, a TV mounted on the wall, wicker chairs, a small table, and a side table.

1. Hotel El Ganzo - Adults Only

La Playa

Peter Simon

RM1,361 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by stone walls and a small building with a thatched roof.

2. La Marina Inn

La Playa

James

RM888 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A modern living room with a white sofa, two wooden chairs, and a coffee table. There is a large window with plants and a view of a staircase.

3. Tropicana Los Cabos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Centro Histórico San Jose del Cabo, 2.6 km from La Playa

kathryn

RM872 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

A resort with multiple swimming pools, a beach, and a large building with balconies.

4. Royal Solaris Los Cabos & Spa - All Inclusive

Zona Hotelera, 3.5 km from La Playa

Reinier

RM1,116 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

A courtyard with a central fountain, a bench, and potted plants.

5. Hotel Colli

Centro Histórico San Jose del Cabo, 2.7 km from La Playa

John

RM366 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Nov - 28 Nov

A clear blue pool with white pillars and a view of distant mountains.

6. Flamboyan Hotel & Residences

Centro Histórico San Jose del Cabo, 2.6 km from La Playa

Jeffrey

RM721 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A pool area with blue umbrellas, lounge chairs, and a beach in the background.

7. Posada Real Los Cabos

Zona Hotelera, 3.9 km from La Playa

Coy

RM669 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Nov - 8 Nov

A modern indoor dining area with a central water feature, seating, and a bar.

8. JW Marriott Los Cabos Beach Resort & Spa

1.4 km from La Playa

Ayesha

RM1,290 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Nov - 18 Nov

An outdoor patio with wooden tables and wicker chairs, a covered area with a metal roof, and potted plants.

9. Hotel Posada Terranova

Downtown San Jose del Cabo, 3 km from La Playa

Enrique

RM313 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A courtyard with a wooden pathway, yellow buildings, and various plants.

10. El Encanto Suites

Centro Histórico San Jose del Cabo, 2.8 km from La Playa

William Ryan

RM908 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A woman sitting in a hammock on a balcony with a view of palm trees and pink flowers.

11. Casa Natalia Boutique Hotel

Centro Histórico San Jose del Cabo, 2.6 km from La Playa

Donald

RM954 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A poolside area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a clear view of the ocean, and a tiled pool.

12. Krystal Grand Los Cabos - All inclusive

Costa Azul, 5.8 km from La Playa

Gema Del Carmen

RM1,037 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A resort with multiple buildings, a large central pool, and palm trees.

13. Secrets Puerto Los Cabos - Adults Only - All Inclusive

1 km from La Playa

Casey

RM2,006 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Nov - 30 Nov

A resort with a central pool, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.

14. GR Solaris Lighthouse Los Cabos

Zona Hotelera, 3.6 km from La Playa

Adrian

RM1,051 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

A resort with a large swimming pool, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.

15. Hilton Vacation Club Cabo Azul Los Cabos

Zona Hotelera, 3.3 km from La Playa

Taylor

RM1,526 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern bedroom with a wooden headboard, two patterned pillows, a striped bedspread, and a book on the bed.

16. Six Two Four Hotel

3.5 km from La Playa

Antoine

RM552 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A multi-level hotel lobby with glass railings, a central staircase, and a decorative plant.

17. Hotel Boutique Plaza Doradas

Downtown San Jose del Cabo, 3.5 km from La Playa

Joel

RM260 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A modern building with tall palm trees in front.

18. Drift San Jose del Cabo, a Member of Design Hotels

Centro Histórico San Jose del Cabo, 2.7 km from La Playa

Jeffrey

RM856 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A courtyard with a palm tree, a wooden bridge, and a building with a white facade.

19. Santa Maria del Cabo

Zona Hotelera, 4.2 km from La Playa

Veronica

RM462 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Nov - 29 Nov

A hotel with multiple rooms featuring balconies, a swimming pool, and outdoor seating areas.

20. Laiva Hotel San Jose by Tasman

Centro Histórico San Jose del Cabo, 2.5 km from La Playa

Adrienne

RM641 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

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Compare popular hotels in La Playa

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Hotel El Ganzo - Adults Only	4.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,004 reviews	View
La Marina Inn	3.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 346 reviews	View
Tropicana Los Cabos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton	4.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 195 reviews	View
Secrets Puerto Los Cabos - Adults Only - All Inclusive	4.5 star property	9.2 Wonderful 1,260 reviews	View
JW Marriott Los Cabos Beach Resort & Spa	4.5 star property	9.2 Wonderful 757 reviews	View

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