Best in MexicoEMPTYJET rank #11

Las Ventanas al Paraiso, A Rosewood Resort

Name: Las Ventanas al Paraiso, A Rosewood Resort
Address: San José del Cabo, MX
Telephone: +52 624 144 2800

FirstSuites Score

10.17 / 10

10.00 = a flawless five-star; above it, the sixth and seventh stars.

Carretera Transpeninsular Highway Km. 19.5 Cabo Real, 23400 San José del Cabo, B.C.S., Mexico

Distinctions

Forbes Travel Guide
Among the world's finest
Global excellence index
Reader distinction
Industry awards
Advisor network
Card travel programme

EMPTYJET Consensus

93.8 / 100

Our own composite of guest reviews across Google, Tripadvisor, Booking, Agoda and every major platform — the praise and the complaints.

EMPTYJET 6-star

Analysed from 3,171 guest reviews across Tripadvisor, Google and Trip.com.

Most noted: rooms.

Best for

couples
honeymoon
wellness
beach
food & wine

About Las Ventanas al Paraiso, A Rosewood Resort

Las Ventanas al Paraiso, A Rosewood Resort, is an EMPTYJET 6-star property set on a private beach in San José del Cabo, Mexico. Guests can choose from several dining options, including Arbol for coastal cuisine, Alebrije for Italian, and Sea Grill for Mexican dishes. The resort features multiple bars, such as La Cava and a Prohibition Era-inspired speakeasy, La Botica. The Spa at Las Ventanas offers a Four Elements menu inspired by ancient Baja healers. Dedicated 24-hour Villa Host butler service and premium airport transfers are provided.

The resort has been recognised with a Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star rating and is listed in La Liste's Top 1000 hotels for 2026, with a La Liste score of 99.5/100 and an EMPTYJET Consensus rating of 94/100.

Why it stands out

Las Ventanas al Paraiso is listed for its EMPTYJET 6-star status, Forbes Five-Star rating, and inclusion in La Liste's Top 1000 hotels. Its location on a private beach in San José del Cabo, range of dining venues, innovative spa, and dedicated butler service make it a standout choice in Mexico.

Key facts

Official classification: 5-star (google_maps)
Type: Beach, Wellness, Romantic

Amenities

Verified 19 Aug 2026

Activities

Private beach — views of Baja’s famed beaches and the Sea of Cortez
Beach access — views of Baja’s famed beaches and the Sea of Cortez
Swimming pool — evidence: infinity-edge pool or a swim in warm, aquamarine waters

Dining

Multiple restaurants — Arbol; Alebrije; Sea Grill
Bar — Travel back in time to the 1920s at this Prohibition Era-inspired speakeasy bar

Policies

Adults only — evidence: Oceanfront Serenity Adult Only

Rooms

Rooms with private pool — infinity-edge pool or a swim in warm, aquamarine waters
Butler service — evidence: dedicated 24-hour Villa Host services

Services

Airport transfer — evidence: premium airport transfers

Wellness

Spa — The innovative Four Elements spa menu, inspired by ancient healers of Baja

Dining

Verified 22 Aug 2026

Restaurant: Arbol — coastal cuisine
Restaurant: Alebrije — Italian
Restaurant: Sea Grill — Mexican
Restaurant: Arbol — coastal cuisine
Restaurant: Alebrije — Italian
Restaurant: Sea Grill — Mexican
Restaurant: La Cava
Restaurant: Tequila & Ceviche Bar
Restaurant: Arbol — coastal cuisine
Restaurant: Alebrije — Italian
Restaurant: Sea Grill — Mexican
Restaurant: La Cava
Restaurant: Tequila & Ceviche Bar — Mexican-Japanese fusion
Bar: La Cava
Bar: Tequila & Ceviche Bar
Bar: La Botica
Bar: La Botica
Bar: La Botica
Arbol cuisine: elevated coastal cuisine with delicate Asian influences and exotic spices from India and the East
Alebrije cuisine: Italy’s rich culinary heritage
Sea Grill cuisine: freshly grilled fare, fresh ceviche and shellfish, traditional Mexican dishes
La Cava use: wine room available for private dining
Tequila & Ceviche Bar cuisine: innovative ceviche, original Mexican-Japanese sushi fusion and tequila
La Botica theme: 1920s Prohibition Era-inspired speakeasy bar
Restaurant: Arbol: Arbol — elevated coastal cuisine with Asian and Indian influences
Restaurant: Alebrije: Alebrije — Italian
Restaurant: Sea Grill: Sea Grill — freshly grilled fare, ceviche, shellfish, traditional Mexican
Restaurant: La Cava: La Cava
Restaurant: Tequila & Ceviche Bar: Tequila & Ceviche Bar — ceviche, Mexican-Japanese sushi fusion, tequila
Restaurant: La Botica: La Botica
Arbol cuisine: Elevated coastal cuisine with Asian and Indian influences
Alebrije cuisine: Handcrafted Italian dishes
Sea Grill cuisine: Fresh seafood and Mexican flavors
Tequila and Ceviche Bar cuisine: Fusion of classic Mexican and Japanese sushi
La Cava use: Exclusive wine cellar setting for private dining
La Botica theme: Prohibition Era-inspired speakeasy bar
Restaurant: Arbol: Arbol — chef Khampan — Asian-style coastal cuisine with Indian influences
Restaurant: Sea Grill: Sea Grill — Mexican seafood
Restaurant: Tequila and Ceviche Bar: Tequila and Ceviche Bar — Mexican-Japanese fusion
On-property restaurant: Arbol, Indian and Asian–influenced cuisine
On-property bar: La Botica speakeasy piano bar
Restaurant: Arbol: Arbol — Indian and Asian–influenced

Spa & wellness

Verified 22 Aug 2026

Spa: The Spa at Las Ventanas — Four Elements spa menu inspired by ancient healers of Baja
Spa: The Spa at Las Ventanas — Four Elements spa menu inspired by ancient healers of Baja
Spa menu inspiration: Four Elements spa menu inspired by ancient healers of Baja
Spa hours: 8 am - 8 pm daily
Signature Spa Treatment: Las Ventanas Collection is a 210-minute bespoke wellness experience including body polish, wrap, and 90-minute full-body massage.
Four Hands Mezcal Massage: 90-minute massage with two therapists using mezcal, inspired by Mexican heritage and ancestral wellness rituals.
Stones CBD Massage: Therapeutic massage combining CBD and stones to soothe muscle tension and reduce inflammation.
Stress Relief Treatment: Signature upper body treatment using pressure points, aromatherapy, and sound healing to release tension and stress.
Wellness for Two - Romance Ritual: 180-minute couple's experience with body polish, 90-minute massage side by side, face splash, signature amenity, and bath for two.
Wellness for Two - Sea and Stars: 120-minute couple's experience with full body massage and romantic bath with salts, champagne, and chocolate-covered strawberries.
Milk and Honey Ritual: Body scrub with crystallized honey, warm honey wrap, scalp massage, milk & honey bath, and hydrating massage.
Flor De Luna Ritual: Full-body exfoliation with sugar scrub made from Pitaya and moonflower, finished with hydrating skin moisturizer.
Sunshine Recovery Therapy: Cooling body therapy with iced stones, aloe vera mask, scalp massage, and targeted facial for sun-exposed skin.
Intuitive Massage: Personalized healing massage available in 60, 90, or 120 minutes tailored to individual needs.
Signature Massage: 60 or 90-minute massage blending techniques to release stress and alleviate tired muscles.
Thai Massage: Dynamic fusion of assisted yoga stretches and acupressure performed fully clothed without oils.
Raindrop Aromatherapy Massage: Restorative massage with ten therapeutic-grade essential oils dropped along the spine to calm the nervous system.
Reflexology: Targeted foot therapy rooted in Traditional Chinese Medicine available in 30 or 60 minutes.
Soothing Head Massage: 30-minute scalp massage using gentle rhythmic movements and light fingertip pressure to release stress.
Back Relief Massage: Aromatic anti-fatigue back massage infused with therapeutic essential balm to ease tension and aches.
Foot Reviver Massage: Rejuvenating foot massage using Swedish or acupressure techniques to release fatigue and improve circulation.
Signature Bellefontaine Skin Treatments: Bespoke 360° Discovery Treatment tailored to skin needs for rebalanced, glowing skin.
Anti-Aging Cellular Treatment “Cellstemine”: Treatment with energizing massage techniques to reshape face, neck, and decolleté for rejuvenation.
Ty Warner Mansion massage: Signature Mansion Massage for each guest

Beach

Verified 22 Aug 2026

Beach: Beachfront escape on the Sea of Cortez with panoramic ocean views, private cabanas, and exclusive amenities.
Beach Cabanas: Oceanfront cabanas with private pools, Jacuzzi, butler service, and endless ocean views.
Beach: Private beach
Beach: Beach access
Beach: Private beach

Rooms & suites

Verified 22 Aug 2026

Junior Suites size: 1,400 square feet of indoor and outdoor living space
Villas size range: 3,900 to 7,800 square feet
Signature Residences size range: 5,200 to 9,200 square feet
Ty Warner Mansion size: 28,000 square foot
Ty Warner Mansion size: 28,000 square feet
Suites features: Family-friendly two or three bedroom suites with handcarved furniture, cream Conchuela limestone floors, colorful Mexican tiling
Number of rooms: 84
Starting room size: 960 square feet
Private patios size: 300 square feet

Services

Verified 19 Aug 2026

Butler service: Yes
Butler service: Yes
Butler service: Yes
Airport transfer: Yes
Airport transfer: Yes
Airport transfer: Yes

Location

Verified 22 Aug 2026

Location: KM 19.5 Ctra. Transpeninsular San Jose del Cabo, Baja California Sur 23405, MX
Location: Located at KM 19.5 Ctra. Transpeninsular, San Jose del Cabo, Baja California Sur, Mexico.
Airport Proximity: 20-minute drive from San José del Cabo International Airport (SJD).
Airport Transfers: Private airport transfers in Cadillac Escalade for USD180 each way; luxury vans for groups up to 12 for USD220.
Location: On the water's edge with panoramic views over the Sea of Cortez
Location: Los Cabos, Baja California Sur, Mexico

History

Verified 22 Aug 2026

Opened: 1997

Awards & affiliations

Forbes Travel GuideFive-Star2026
The World's 50 Best HotelsList · #442025
La ListeTop 10002026
Condé Nast TravelerReaders' Choice Awards
World Travel AwardsWinner · Mexico's Most Romantic Resort2018
World Travel AwardsWinner · Mexico & Central America's Leading Resort2015
American ExpressFine Hotels + Resorts
VirtuosoMember
American Express Fine Hotels + Resorts

Location

22.9788, -109.7699

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Las Ventanas al Paraiso, A Rosewood Resort

About Las Ventanas al Paraiso, A Rosewood Resort

Key facts