El Arenal Travel Guide

Cabo San Lucas

Popular places to visit

Medano Beach

Medano Beach

A favorite among Cabo’s young revelers, this scenic beach stands out with its fun bars, watersports rentals and party atmosphere.

Medano Beach
The Arch featuring waves and rocky coastline

The Arch

This magnificent natural rock formation at the southern tip of Mexico’s Baja California peninsula marks the start of Land’s End, where the Sea of Cortez meets the Pacific Ocean.

The Arch
Marina Cabo San Lucas showing a coastal town and a lighthouse

Marina Del Rey

Luxury yachting, sport fishing and world-class golf courses are just some of the attractions in this harbor along the Sea of Cortez.

Marina Del Rey
Cabo San Lucas Bay

Cabo San Lucas Bay

Glass-bottom boats take vacationers around the picturesque coastline of this gorgeous bay, where you can participate in diving and whale watching.

Cabo San Lucas Bay
Santa Maria Beach

Santa Maria Beach

Check out the pools in the modern resort and delight in the utter serenity of this stunning bay and its marine sanctuary.

Santa Maria Beach
Chileno Beach

Chileno Beach

Traverse the raised walkway along the back of the beach, snorkel alongside the coral reef and investigate the boats and rock formations.

Chileno Beach

Things to do

Best ATV Cabo Adventure, Desert & Beach Ride whit Tequila Tasting

Cabo’s Best ATV Tour – Desert, Beach Ride & Tequila Tasting

Rp1.139.397
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Cabo’s Best ATV Tour – Desert, Beach Ride & Tequila Tasting
Los Cabos Land's End Experience

Los Cabos Land's End Experience

Rp966.011
per adult
Los Cabos Land's End Experience
Cabo San Lucas: Camel Ride & Off-Road UTV Combo Adventure

Cabo San Lucas: Camel Ride & Off-Road UTV Combo Adventure

Rp1.775.676
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
Cabo San Lucas: Camel Ride & Off-Road UTV Combo Adventure
Cabo San Lucas Sunset Cruise with Open Bar and Snacks

Cabo San Lucas Sunset Cruise with Open Bar and Snacks

Rp1.137.746
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Cabo San Lucas Sunset Cruise with Open Bar and Snacks
Clear Boat Ride in Los Cabos

Clear Boat Ride in Los Cabos

Rp247.695
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Clear Boat Ride in Los Cabos
Cabo San Lucas sightseeing and world famous Arch tour

Cabo San Lucas sightseeing and world famous Arch tour

Rp1.304.527
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Cabo San Lucas sightseeing and world famous Arch tour
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Top hotels in El Arenal

Hotel Riu Santa Fe - All Inclusive

Hotel Riu Santa Fe - All Inclusive

3.5 out of 5
Bahia Cabo san Lucas KM 4.5, Camino Viejo San jose del Cabo, Cabo San Lucas, BCS
Stay at this 3.5-star beach resort in Cabo San Lucas. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (5,709 reviews)
"There are options for food 24/7. Food is really delicious. Bed was very comfortable and with back support"

Reviewed on 16 Aug 2025

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Hotel Riu Santa Fe - All Inclusive
Hotel Riu Palace Cabo San Lucas - All Inclusive

Hotel Riu Palace Cabo San Lucas - All Inclusive

4 out of 5
Camino Viejo a San Jose del Cabo Km 4.5, Cabo San Lucas, BCS
Stay at this 4-star beach resort in Cabo San Lucas. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (4,676 reviews)
Would recommend to a friend
"Swim out pool was great. Service was great. Food was good, some restaurants better than others. Bar drinks were watered down but room had alcohol in it to fix that. All restaurants were centrally located and easy to find."

Reviewed on 16 Aug 2025

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Hotel Riu Palace Cabo San Lucas - All Inclusive
Hotel Riu Palace Baja California - Adults Only - All Inclusive

Hotel Riu Palace Baja California - Adults Only - All Inclusive

4.5 out of 5
Camino Viejo a San José, Km 3.5, Col. El Medano, Cabo San Lucas, BCS
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury resort in Cabo San Lucas. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (4,234 reviews)
"The food options were great! I disliked the way you had to make reservations but overall no complaints."

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2025

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Hotel Riu Palace Baja California - Adults Only - All Inclusive
Hyatt Ziva Los Cabos- All Inclusive

Hyatt Ziva Los Cabos- All Inclusive

4.5 out of 5
Paseo del Malecón l-5 D, San José del Cabo, BCS
The price is Rp7.049.684 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
Rp7.049.684
Rp7.049.684 total
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury resort in San José del Cabo. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,806 reviews)
"Great property, great staff, and great view"

Reviewed on 15 Aug 2025

Hyatt Ziva Los Cabos- All Inclusive
Pueblo Bonito Sunset Beach Golf & Spa Resort - All Inclusive

Pueblo Bonito Sunset Beach Golf & Spa Resort - All Inclusive

4.5 out of 5
Predio Paraiso Escondido S/N, Cabo San Lucas, BCS
The price is Rp7.809.627 per night from 22 Aug to 23 Aug
Rp7.809.627
Rp7.842.288 total
22 Aug - 23 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury resort in Cabo San Lucas. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 6 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,155 reviews)
"The resort is a short drive to town. The food options were the best I have experienced with an all inclusive hotel. We did not receive our VIP resort credit. Sky pool was not our favorite pool but the other pools had great service. The hotel was accommodating."

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2025

Pueblo Bonito Sunset Beach Golf & Spa Resort - All Inclusive
Marquis Los Cabos, An All Inclusive, Adults Only & No Timeshare Resort

Marquis Los Cabos, An All Inclusive, Adults Only & No Timeshare Resort

4.5 out of 5
Carretera Transpeninsular KM. 21.5, San José del Cabo, BCS
The price is Rp9.361.851 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
Rp9.361.851
Rp9.361.851 total
2 Sept - 3 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury resort in San José del Cabo. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,754 reviews)
"Resort was top notch, clean, beautiful! Food and drinks were wonderful."

Reviewed on 16 Aug 2025

Marquis Los Cabos, An All Inclusive, Adults Only & No Timeshare Resort
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Other neighbourhoods around El Arenal

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Ejidal Chamizal

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Ejidal Chamizal and surrounding area, you can visit Plaza Bonita Mall and Puerto Paraiso Mall.

Ejidal Chamizal
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Ampliación Juárez

Though Ampliación Juárez may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Marina Del Rey and Puerto Paraiso Mall.

Ampliación Juárez
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Juárez

While Juárez isn't home to many top sights, Marina Del Rey and Plaza Bonita Mall are some notable places to visit nearby.

Juárez
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Mariano Matamoros

While Mariano Matamoros isn't home to many top sights, Plaza Bonita Mall and Puerto Paraiso Mall are some notable places to visit nearby.

Mariano Matamoros
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Downtown Cabo San Lucas

5/5(2 area reviews)

The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Downtown Cabo San Lucas. A stop by Casa de la Cultura or Zen-Mar Mask Gallery might round out your trip.

Downtown Cabo San Lucas
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Colonia El Progreso

Though Colonia El Progreso may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Cabo San Lucas Country Club and Marina Del Rey.

Colonia El Progreso

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