Paradero Todos Santos

My stay at Paradero in August was nothing short of extraordinary. From the moment I stepped onto the property, I knew I was somewhere very special. Dyann welcomed me with a cold glass of hibiscus infused with a sprig of rosemary—a small but incredibly thoughtful detail that immediately set the tone for the entire stay. The open-air lobby is stunning, and I was warmly greeted by the staff and Carlos, the manager. But it was my room that truly felt like it had been designed with me in mind. The juxtaposition of the desert flora and fauna against the bold brutalist architecture was absolutely perfect. I had my own soaking tub and little garden, which became a wonderful gathering place for birds and lizards. The entire experience felt connected to the landscape rather than separate from it. And then there was Eduardo, my butler, who was truly magnificent. He anticipated what I needed and took such wonderful care of me throughout my stay. One evening, he surprised me with a rooftop sunset experience complete with a soaking tub filled with herbs and flowers, chilled champagne, and a little fire and to top it off a beautiful dessert for me to enjoy. It was one of those completely unexpected moments that you know you’ll remember for a very long time. The catamaran experience on the Sea of Cortez was another highlight. Eduardo, the chef, bartender, captain, and guide all went above and beyond to create exactly the kind of experience I wanted. Nothing felt rushed or overly structured—it was simply an incredible day on the water with people who genuinely cared about making it special. I spent a couple of days at the pool doing very little other than relaxing, enjoying the beautiful surroundings and being wonderfully taken care of by Abraham and Emanuel. The spa experiences were equally memorable. Lupita and Dora gave me incredible facials and massages, and the incorporation of sound healing was such a beautiful and unexpected touch. And I have to mention the kitchen at Tenoch. The food was beautiful, thoughtful, and clearly prepared with intention. My morning açaí bowl was, without exaggeration, the best I have ever had. What makes Paradero so special is that it doesn't feel like a traditional luxury hotel. It feels like an immersive experience—one that allows you to slow down, reconnect with nature, and appreciate thoughtful design and genuine hospitality. You do have to be comfortable with nature and indoor/outdoor living, but that is part of what makes the experience so unique. I traveled alone for the first time, and I always felt completely safe, cared for, and pampered. Every person I encountered contributed something meaningful to my stay, and the attention to detail was exceptional. I left Paradero feeling rested, inspired, and already thinking about when I could return. This was more than a hotel stay—it was an experience I will carry with me for a long time. Five stars, without hesitation.

I feel my review only applies during the off-season, as we went during August. I unfortunately can’t recommend going during the peak of summer, as the weather is extremelyyy hot and unpredictable. I don’t feel like the hotel was built for the off-season, since it is intentionally meant to be primarily outdoors, there simply is nowhere besides your bedroom to escape the heat and the bugs (of which there were many this time of year, which unfortunately negatively impacted our ability to fully enjoy and relax during our time here). We basically ended each meal in a full sweat and likely bitten more than a few times by bugs. The estate also was… interesting. They definitely leaned into the natural desert flora vibe but also mixed it with mirrors in random places - it felt a little like a Coachella influencer Airbnb that is trying a little too hard to be vibey despite it quite literally being in the middle of the desert. Our room was nice, and the AC was definitely working overtime to try to keep our room cool enough to comfortably sleep in. I’ll note that the bathroom for the room requires you to go outside (still within the “room” but not the AC bedroom), and my girlfriend definitely encountered a few larger bugs on her way which made her somewhat uncomfortable. The hospitality was pleasant - everyone was extremely nice and welcoming, however we did notice that, particularly with the restaurant, everything was quite slow. Any request for anything would take quite a long time, and some staff were not very attentive (not all however as there were some who were very attentive!), but we felt we had to wave staff down while at the restaurant fairly often, which in our experience is unusual given the traditional high standard of Mexican hospitality. It seemed like some staff were fairly untrained, and it felt somewhat disorganized. The restaurant was pretty good, however given the prices of the meals (a dinner for with 2 entrees and 2 drinks would easily be >$100), we definitely weren’t blown away. The coffee was pretty amazing though I will note. I’d recommend anyone who visits to rent a car and travel to Todos Santos as there are some nice restaurants in town as well. I think because of the persistent flies, mosquitos, and biting gnats we weren’t really able to enjoy the meals as much as we would have otherwise. The best part of the experience by far was the experiences. Since we stayed 4 nights we received a complimentary day on the catamaran, which was absolutely amazing - the crew were super nice and friendly, the chef that made the meals did an amazing job, the drinks were fantastic, and we received an incredible tour of the famous 7 Bays. If we had not had this day included we likely would have left our stay from the hotel somewhat disappointed for the price we had paid, but the catamaran definitely made the trip more worth it. We also did the surf day which was so much fun, the surf guide was very nice and we learned a lot! Overall, I unfortunately don’t think we would plan on returning to Paraderos Todos Santos, but perhaps we are not the target market for the hotel. I feel bad because while many of the staff were genuinely very kind and welcoming, we unfortunately were not able to really truly relax given the heat, bugs, and slow service at the restaurant. I imagine my review would be different had we visited during the winter/spring when it is actual peak season for surfing, weather, etc. and there’s more people and things to do. I’m honestly surprised the hotel remains open during these hot months as there weren’t a ton of guests and I can’t imagine they are covering their operating costs.

One of the best hotel experiences I've ever had. The staff was kind and knowledgeable. The room and grounds were beautiful and well-maintained. The quiet environment allowed for deep sleep and the opportunity to enjoy the nature around us. I enjoyed the art walk experience, and appreciated a local perspective on Todos Santos. The hike was spectacular and should not be missed. Yoga was a delight. The cooking class was a joy, and an excellent experience with the chef and a very skilled crew (and being able to cook in a dream kitchen was an added bonus). Paradero has a stunning pool overlooking the desert landscape that allowed for amazing relaxation with ample shade available as needed. I can't wait to return!

Perfect hotel, food and staff!

This is a MUST! The location is ideal for those seeking serenity among big sky, lush desert, and stunning hues at sunset. Ample rooms with a lovely feel, extremely comfortable. Clean and crisp. A variety of activities and treatments to choose from; something for everyone. Excellent service. The staff was attentive, polite, and made us feel at home, amazing food at Tenoch, and a variety of delicious cocktails. We will be back! Thank-you Paradero!