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One&Only Palmilla

Location: Mexico

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Year joined

2024

Membership number

616 – 0149

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A Mexican Escape for Families

Set on one of the few swimmable beaches in Los Cabos, One&Only Palmilla has been welcoming families for generations. Combining timeless Mexican charm with exceptional service, spacious accommodation and unforgettable experiences, the resort offers the perfect setting for families to reconnect beside the Sea of Cortez.

Highlights

  • KidsOnly programme with supervised activities
  • Whale watching and marine adventures
  • Spacious family suites and private villas
  • Championship golf
  • Extensive wellness facilities

Quick facts

  • In San José del Cabo, Baja California Sur
  • 174 rooms, suites and villas
  • 7 restaurants and bars
  • Unique swim-friendly beach in Los Cabos
  • 20 minutes from Los Cabos International Airport

Where Every Day Brings a New Adventure

From mornings spent on the beach to afternoons exploring the wonders of Baja California Sur, One&Only Palmilla encourages families to discover Mexico together. Younger guests can immerse themselves in creative experiences through KidsOnly and One Tribe, while parents unwind by the pool, enjoy the spa or simply relax by the sea.

Accommodation ranges from elegant oceanfront rooms to expansive family suites and spectacular private villas, offering space for every type of family holiday. Dining celebrates the vibrant flavours of Mexico alongside international cuisine, while curated experiences on land and at sea create memories that will stay with every generation long after the journey home.

Rooms, Dining & Facilities

Two bedroom oceanfront family room

A spacious oceanfront retreat sleeping up to six guests, with connected living spaces and direct access to the resort's beautiful beachfront.

Two bedroom oceanfront family suite

Designed for larger families, this elegant suite sleeps up to six guests and offers generous indoor and outdoor living with spectacular Sea of Cortez views.

Villa Cortez

The resort's most exclusive residence, featuring four bedrooms and accommodating up to 10 guests, with expansive indoor and outdoor living spaces, private pools and dedicated butler service.

Agua

A signature oceanfront restaurant celebrating contemporary Mexican cuisine with locally sourced ingredients in a relaxed, family-friendly setting.

Seared

An elegant steakhouse serving premium cuts and fresh seafood in a sophisticated yet welcoming setting, perfect for memorable family dinners.

Sea of Cortez adventures

Explore the coastline aboard a private yacht or enjoy paddleboarding, kayaking, fishing expeditions and watersports, creating unforgettable family memories on the Sea of Cortez.

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