Waldorf Astoria's Baja property — 115 keys on Cabo San Lucas cliffside, accessed through a private mountain tunnel.
BrandWaldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts
DestinationCabo San Lucas
RegionMexico Central America & Caribbean
Price TierTier 2 ($2k-$5k)
SettingCliffside location along the Pacific Ocean
Best ForCouples on milestone trips seeking Forbes-recognized service, families wanting private beach access with luxury-tier amenities, repeat Cabo visitors who have done the corridor's beachfront options.
PrivacyHigh
ServiceBespoke concierge service
ButlerHigh
Private PoolYes
Built2009
Renovated2019
Waldorf Astoria Los Cabos Pedregal opened in 2009 on the Pacific cliffs of Cabo San Lucas, with a 2019 renovation updating the property. The 100 rooms and 15 signature suites sit on cliffside terrain accessed through a private tunnel carved through the mountain — the tunnel approach is the property'
Key Features
Private beach access
Multiple fine dining options
World-class spa and wellness center
Infinity pools with ocean views
Personalized concierge services
Dining
El Farallon
Don Manuels
Crudo
The Beach Club
Signature Experience
Dinner at El Farallon — the cliffside seafood restaurant built into the rock face above the Pacific, with waves breaking directly below the terrace.
Forbes Five-Star recognition for both hotel and spa, rare in Cabo San Lucas at this tier. The private tunnel entrance and cliffside beach access give structural privacy that the corridor's beachfront resorts can't match.
Signature Suite: Beachfront Suites
Dramatic ocean views, luxurious amenities
Accolades
TripAdvisors Travelers Choice Awards, Forbes Travel Guides Five-Star Hotel, Forbes Travel Guides Five-Star Spa, #1 Best Resort Hotel in Cabo San Lucas - Travel + Leisure Worlds Best Awards 2023, 2025 Global Recognition Award, 2026 Forbes Travel Guide Star Awards - Five Stars
Best time: November through April offers ideal conditions — warm sunny days, low humidity, calm Pacific and Sea of Cortez waters perfect for sport fishing, snorkelling, and beach luxury.
Demand: Peak demand concentrates December through March when North American winter flight volumes surge. Spring Break in March creates intensity at the lower end; top ultra-luxury properties insulate their guests effectively.
Pricing: Christmas and New Year command absolute peak pricing. January and February offer equivalent conditions with 20-30% rate reductions. Shoulder season May and November deliver strong value.
Insider tip: The best snorkelling at Lover's Beach is at dawn before pangas arrive. Ultra-luxury properties can arrange private boat access — request this at booking rather than on arrival.
Avoid: August and September bring the risk of tropical storms and hurricane season. Humidity and heat are at maximum with reduced visibility for water activities.
