El Arenal Travel Guide
Cabo San Lucas
Popular places to visit
Medano Beach
A favorite among Cabo’s young revelers, this scenic beach stands out with its fun bars, watersports rentals and party atmosphere.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Chileno Beach
Traverse the raised walkway along the back of the beach, snorkel alongside the coral reef and investigate the boats and rock formations.
Things to do
Cabo’s Best ATV Tour – Desert, Beach Ride & Tequila Tasting
Cabo San Lucas Sunset Cruise with Open Bar and Snacks
Glass Bottom Boat Sightseeing Tour in Cabo San Lucas
Cabo San Lucas: Tour paseo al Arco + bajada en playa
Beach & Desert UTV Tour in Cabo w/ Hotel Pickup
Whale Watching and The famous Arch in Cabo
Top hotels in El Arenal
Hotel Riu Santa Fe - All Inclusive
Great atmosphere! Non stop entertainment for kids and adults. Great views. Beach not swimmable but 15 min walk u get to a swimmable beach. Great stay overall!
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Hotel Riu Palace Baja California - Adults Only - All Inclusive
We had a great room and experience except for the large cockroach that I had to kill in the bathroom. My wife could not rest at night after that.
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Hotel Riu Palace Cabo San Lucas - All Inclusive
We went only to the adult pool. Got good service but when getting a drink, it was like asking a robot. He did it but I dont like an eye roll
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Hard Rock Hotel Los Cabos All Inclusive
Excellent food. No much to do for the kids, but the facility was impeccable! Very clean
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Hyatt Ziva Los Cabos- All Inclusive
Pool is very clean and cozy.
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Royal Solaris Los Cabos & Spa - All Inclusive
I loved Cabo.
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around El Arenal
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.
Ampliación Juárez
Though Ampliación Juárez may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Medano Beach and Marina Del Rey.
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.
Juárez
While Juárez isn't home to many top sights, Cabo San Lucas Bay and Medano Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.
Downtown Cabo San Lucas
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.
Ildefonso Green
While visiting Ildefonso Green, you might make a stop by sights like Casa de la Cultura and Zen-Mar Mask Gallery.
