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When the temperature drops, a lot of my clients start dreaming about the same thing: warm sun, calm water and a resort where nobody needs to plan anything. Four Seasons Resort Los Cabos at Costa Palmas checks every one of those boxes, and right now there's a resort credit offer for stays booked and taken by mid-December.
I'm the independent travel advisor behind Book with the Captain, affiliated with Fora Travel. Cruises are my first love, but the hotels around them (and the trips that need no ship at all) are a big part of what I plan. Here's my winter guide to this East Cape resort.
Why Costa Palmas feels different from the rest of Cabo
Most people picture Los Cabos as the busy Corridor between Cabo San Lucas and San José del Cabo. Costa Palmas sits somewhere else entirely: the East Cape, on the shores of the Sea of Cortez, about 45 minutes by car from Los Cabos International Airport (SJD), according to the resort.
That location brings three big advantages:
- A swimmable beach. The resort sits on a 2-mile stretch of beach with calm, lake-like water, which isn't a given on the Pacific side of Cabo.
- Space and quiet. It feels removed from the Corridor crowds.
- Nature on your doorstep. The Sea of Cortez is the body of water Jacques Cousteau called "the aquarium of the world."
Rooms, suites and villas
The resort opened in October 2019 and has 141 accommodations: 114 guest rooms and 27 suites, per its press fact sheet. Every room has an ocean view and a private terrace, and many options include private plunge pools.
Room categories to know
- Oceanfront Room with Plunge Pool, with direct beach access in prime locations
- Oceanfront One-Bedroom Suite, with separate living and sleeping spaces
- Sunrise Two-Bedroom Suite with Plunge Pool, a ground-floor suite facing the sunrise
- Three-Bedroom Beachfront Presidential Villa, with terraces, three plunge pools and direct beach access, ideal for families or groups
Which one fits your crew?
- Couples: an oceanfront room with a plunge pool is hard to beat.
- Families with kids: a one- or two-bedroom suite gives everyone room to spread out.
- Multigenerational groups: a villa or residence keeps everyone together with privacy built in.
I'll help you weigh layout, location and value, and check availability for your dates.
Pools, beach and the marina
Seven pools
The resort has seven pools: a lap pool, two family pools, one adults-only pool and three arroyo pools. That variety matters in winter, when families and couples are both traveling. Kids can splash in the family pools while adults find quiet at the adults-only pool.
The private marina
Costa Palmas has a full-service private marina that can accommodate yachts and sailboats up to 250 feet. For guests, it's the launch point for sunset sails and day trips. The resort says it's the only Los Cabos beach resort with direct access to Cabo Pulmo from its marina, a protected marine area known for snorkeling and diving.
Winter on the water
Winter is a popular time to visit Baja for wildlife, and the Sea of Cortez is known for its marine life. I'll help you look into seasonal excursions and what's realistic for your dates, since wildlife sightings are never guaranteed.
Golf, spa and fitness
- Costa Palmas Golf Club: an 18-hole course designed by Robert Trent Jones II, with desert, dune and ocean views.
- Oasis Spa: treatments rooted in indigenous ingredients, with 10 treatment rooms.
- Fitness Centre and Sports Club: more than 67,000 square feet, with tennis, basketball and volleyball courts.
Dining
The resort lists 13 options for dining and drinks, plus 24-hour in-room dining. With a resort this secluded, having that much variety on site matters: you won't feel the need to drive into town every night unless you want to.
Kids and teens
Kids For All Seasons is the resort's supervised, year-round kids' program, and there's a dedicated teen centre. For winter break and holiday trips, it gives parents a little time to themselves while kids stay busy.
The current offer: "Experience More" (verified Oct 22, 2026)
Here are the terms as listed on the Fora portal:
- Up to $1,500 resort credit for villa or residence stays (3-night minimum; terms apply), per stay:
- $500 for a guest room
- $1,000 for a suite
- $1,500 for a villa or residence rental
- What the credit covers: resort food and beverage, golf at Costa Palmas Golf Club, Concierge-booked East Cape water and land activities (whale shark swims, Cabo Pulmo snorkeling, surf safari, ATV, waterfall hike, mountain biking, ziplining, horseback riding), tennis lessons and spa
- What it doesn't cover: the room rate, transportation, third-party activities or retail, or extra gratuities
- Blackout dates apply. Not combinable with other offers. Not for groups. No cash value.
- Travel through December 18, 2026
Offer from Four Seasons; select dates, terms apply. Subject to availability.
What this means for a winter trip
Because travel must happen by December 18, 2026, this offer suits early-winter getaways: a pre-holiday escape, a December birthday or anniversary, or a family trip before the holiday rush. Holiday-week stays after December 18 fall outside the window.
When to visit in winter
Winter is one of the most popular times to visit Los Cabos. That's great for weather, but it also means the best rooms and villas can book up around the holidays. If you have flexible dates, early December can be a sweet spot, and it lines up with the current offer.
Pairing it with a cruise
Los Cabos is also a port on many Mexican Riviera cruises. If you're combining a cruise with a resort stay, I can help you plan the hotel nights around your sailing. Since Costa Palmas is on the East Cape, it's better as a stand-alone stay or a pre- or post-trip escape than a quick night before a ship.
How booking with me works
- Tell me your dates, who's coming and the kind of trip you want.
- I check availability across room types and whether your stay qualifies for the offer.
- I explain the options plainly and book what fits.
- I'm your one real person before, during and after the trip.
There are no Book with the Captain fees and no markup on cruise and hotel bookings.
Keep planning: prefer to see the South Pacific by small ship? Read my Tahiti cruise guide. Thinking about pairing a resort stay with a cruise? Start with my first cruise checklist.
FAQ
Where is Four Seasons Los Cabos at Costa Palmas?
Four Seasons Resort Los Cabos at Costa Palmas is on the East Cape of Los Cabos, on the Sea of Cortez near La Ribera. It's about 45 minutes by car from Los Cabos International Airport (SJD), which keeps the transfer manageable while giving you a quieter setting away from the busier parts of Los Cabos.
Is the beach swimmable?
Yes. The resort sits on a 2-mile swimmable beach on the calm Sea of Cortez. That's a real advantage in Los Cabos, where not every beach is safe for swimming. It makes the resort a great choice for families and anyone who wants to spend their days in the water.
Is it good for families?
Yes. The resort has two family pools, the Kids For All Seasons program, a teen centre, and multi-bedroom suites and villas. That mix gives kids and teens their own spaces while giving parents room to relax, which makes it a strong pick for families and multigenerational trips.
Is there an adults-only pool?
Yes. One of the resort's seven pools is adults-only, so couples and grown-up travelers have a quieter place to relax. With family pools elsewhere on the property, it's easy for everyone to find the setting they prefer, whether that's a lively family scene or a calm afternoon by the water.
What's the current offer?
The "Experience More" offer includes a resort credit for stays of at least 3 nights, booked and taken through December 18, 2026: $500 for a guest room, $1,000 for a suite and $1,500 for a villa or residence rental. Offer from Four Seasons; select dates, terms apply.
Does it cost more to book through a travel advisor?
No. There are no Book with the Captain fees and no markup on cruise and hotel bookings. When you book with me, I compare your options, recommend specific cabins or rooms, handle the booking, and stay with you before, during and after the trip, so you have one person to help.
Get your free Four Seasons Los Cabos quote
Tell me your dates and who's coming, and I'll check room and villa availability and whether your stay qualifies for the current offer. Request your free quote.
Book with the Captain is an independent affiliate of Fora Travel. If you book through us, we may earn a commission from the supplier at no extra cost to you. Offer from Four Seasons; select dates, terms apply, subject to availability.
Sources
- Four Seasons Resort Los Cabos at Costa Palmas, fourseasons.com/loscabos (amenities, getting here)
- Four Seasons press fact sheet, press.fourseasons.com/loscabos/hotel-facts
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