Salaz Resort & Spa Review | Los Cabos, Mexico
INTRO
Opening take: may never stay at an all-inclusive again — Salaz changed the reviewer's view of resorts permanently.
Property: Salaz Resort & Spa, Los Cabos, Mexico — 33 acres, architectural design blending Baja Desert with the Sea of Cortez.
Reviewer is a preferred travel advisor for the resort and can arrange resort credit for bookings.
WHO THIS RESORT IS FOR
Best fit for guests who want:
- A design-led, serene, luxury escape with minimal crowds
- An intentional modern aesthetic with high-end art throughout
- Nature and desert landscapes without an open-air echo retreat feel
- Pools as the main attraction — beach is not safely swimmable
- Families, large groups, destination weddings, bachelorette parties (multi-bedroom villas available)
- A peaceful, quiet environment — not a party or lively resort
Not adults-only — kids are allowed but were described as remarkably quiet and barely noticeable.
GETTING THERE
Transportation not included — must arrange separately before arrival.
Recommended transfer: Vivo Luxe — family owned and operated, highly regarded.
Drive from airport: approximately 30 minutes.
CHECK-IN & ARRIVAL
Open-air lobby — immediately design-forward upon arrival.
Two sides to the property: Salaz Resort and The Club Residences — check-in process differs between them.
Every room on both sides includes an artisan butler — reachable via WhatsApp throughout your stay. Can arrange dinners, activities, hot tub setup, in-room chocolates, museum tours, and more.
ROOMS
Reviewer stayed in an Ocean View One Bedroom — highly recommends it, even over the plunge pool rooms.
Room features: sleek, modern design — some with private patios and plunge pools, some with hot tubs on the balcony.
Club Residences — multi-bedroom villas, up to 3–4 bedrooms sleeping up to 12 guests. Ideal for families, groups, weddings.
- Includes breakfast buffet option at on-site restaurant
- Some accommodations include private chef services for breakfast daily
- Full resort access included
Reviewer's tip: Skip the plunge pool rooms — the balcony hot tub rooms are a better experience.
ON-PROPERTY ACTIVITIES
Tennis and pickleball courts.
Workshops and classes.
Five heated pools.
Fire pits and hammock chairs overlooking the water.
On-site beach (note: not safely swimmable — see tips section).
Museum — unique offering; request a private tour through your artisan butler covering Baja region history, local wildlife, and the people who shaped the area.
Kids Club — not automatically included. Friday Night at the Museum event: kids stay overnight, movie screening, popcorn and snacks.
Teen club also on site.
SPA — Ojo de Libre
Described as world class.
Upon arrival, choose from an extensive aromatherapy menu customized to your desired experience (relaxation, energy, creativity, etc.).
Treatment rooms include an immersive shower inside.
Post-treatment: tea room with hydrotherapy — saltwater pool and freshwater pool in an outdoor courtyard.
Cryo chamber available for an additional charge (not included).
Reviewer tip: Allow enough time to use the full amenities outside of your treatment room.
Preferred advisor perk: reviewer can arrange resort credit for spa use — see pinned comment or description link.
DINING
Cosco Bell — daily breakfast buffet. Smaller than typical resort buffets but quality is high. Standouts: French toast, pork belly tacos.
Mako — casual restaurant open to the public, also available for pool ordering. Must-order: Mako burgers.
El Pyro — pre-Hispanic and contemporary Mexican cuisine, recently recommended by the Michelin Guide. Offers a nine-course tasting menu. Highlights: mole, and the churro dessert — described as worth returning to the resort for alone. Wine cave dining available (note: very cold). Reviewer dined here twice.
Risio de Mar — Italian cuisine with tableside chef service. Chef shared personal stories and childhood customs. Standout: fish cooked in salt with banana leaf. Ingredients adapted for the Mexican setting while staying true to Italian tradition.
Baja Beach — casual, open late, tacos and light bites.
Forresta — juice cafe.
Con: Food on-site is expensive. Local dining options nearby for Michelin-level or casual meals at a lower price point — highly recommended as a supplement to on-property dining.
TIPS & TRICKS
Arrange airport transfer in advance — Vivo Luxe recommended.
Plan comfortable heels or request a golf cart — significant uphill walking throughout the property.
Avoid the timeshare presentation upsell.
Best time to visit: October is excellent overall. Whale watching season is January through March — whales may be visible directly from your room.
Pack layers for whale watching season — breezy in late afternoon and evening.
Check for events or weddings before booking specific dates — can close down pools and restaurants.
Skip the plunge pool rooms — balcony hot tub rooms are better.
Beach is not safely swimmable despite what the website states. For swimming, go to Chileno Bay instead.
Not the right pick if you want a lively, upbeat, party resort.