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Aparthotels & serviced apartments in San José del Cabo
5 stays · 4 aparthotels and 1 serviced apartments
Aparthotels and serviced apartments in San José del Cabo are found in the historic town and closer to the beach, in the Los Cabos area. Wikivoyage describes San José del Cabo as less commercial than Cabo San Lucas, with a historic centre that has kept its character, and says tourism growth has been steered outside the town centre, especially to the south where the beaches are. For a short explanation of the format, see what is an aparthotel.
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Where to stay in San José del Cabo
Historic centre
- galleries
- walking
Wikivoyage describes Plaza Mijares as the main public square in the heart of the Gallery District, with boutique shops, art galleries and restaurants around it, and says most major attractions are within walking distance of downtown. The mission church stands at the west end of the plaza. Wikivoyage also lists a weekly Art Walk in the plaza from November to June.
Stays in or near Historic centre
- Flamboyan Hotel & Residences · in the area
Zona Hotelera
- beach
- golf
Wikivoyage describes the tourist area as lying between the town and the shoreline, with a nine-hole golf course and a line of hotels and resorts facing the ocean. It puts the walk from the hotel zone into the town centre at about 30 minutes and adds that this may be uncomfortable in the heat.
Stays in or near Zona Hotelera
- SM APARTMENTS · about 400 m away
Estero San José
- birdwatching
- walking
Wikivoyage describes the Estero San José as a marsh with walking trails along a sheltered lagoon, just east of downtown, and calls it the best place in Cabo for birdwatching.
Western beaches
- beaches
Wikivoyage names two beaches west of town that can be reached by car or public transport, and describes a tourist corridor of resorts, hotels and golf courses along the coastal highway between San José del Cabo and Cabo San Lucas.
Getting around San José del Cabo
Los Cabos International Airport serves both San José del Cabo and Cabo San Lucas, according to the airport operator, and Wikivoyage places it north of downtown San José del Cabo. Wikivoyage says shared shuttles and taxis run into town, and that a public bus links the airport with San José del Cabo and Cabo San Lucas along the coastal highway.
Wikivoyage says buses around San José del Cabo connect downtown with points north and west, and that local buses run between San José del Cabo and Cabo San Lucas, stopping at most major attractions and beaches along the highway. It calls the town relatively walkable for a resort town.
Living in San José del Cabo for longer
In the historic centre, Wikivoyage lists galleries, restaurants and shops around Plaza Mijares, and says the town has resisted large shopping malls and chain stores. The Zona Hotelera lies between the town and the shoreline, about a 30-minute walk from the centre according to Wikivoyage.
Wikivoyage lists intercity bus services to Cabo San Lucas, La Paz, Todos Santos and other nearby cities. See the long-stay accommodation checklist for what to compare.
When to visit San José del Cabo
Wikipedia gives San José del Cabo a tropical desert climate, with tropical cyclones occasionally approaching from the south and bringing very heavy rain, although many years pass without significant rain. Wikivoyage describes high season for visitors from the United States and Canada as October to May.
Wikivoyage lists a weekly Art Walk in Plaza Mijares from November to June, and says the biggest sport fishing tournament takes place in October.
This page compares four areas, explains how the airport and local buses work, and covers the desert climate. For the neighbouring resort town, see Cabo San Lucas, and for the country overall, the Mexico hub.
Long-stay tips for San José del Cabo
Of the 5 properties here, 2 offer an in-apartment washing machine, 2 list a laptop-friendly workspace, 1 include some form of housekeeping and 3 have a 24-hour front desk. Each property page has a facts box, so you can compare apartments before you book.
4 properties list a full kitchen and 1 only a kitchenette, so check the room type if you plan to cook more than simple meals.
Where room sizes are published, the median apartment here is 75 m².
Moving for work? Our guide to serviced apartments for relocation explains what to look for.
Other cities in Mexico
Travelling further? See aparthotels in Mexico City, Tulum, Playa del Carmen, Guadalajara, Puerto Vallarta, Cancún, Isla Mujeres and Mérida.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best area to stay in San José del Cabo?
The historic centre around Plaza Mijares suits walking, galleries and restaurants, while the Zona Hotelera is the tourist area between the town and the shoreline.
How do I get from Los Cabos airport to San José del Cabo?
The airport operator says it serves both San José del Cabo and Cabo San Lucas, and Wikivoyage places it north of downtown. Wikivoyage says shuttles, taxis and a public bus run into town.
Is San José del Cabo walkable?
Wikivoyage calls it relatively walkable for a resort town and says most major attractions are within walking distance of downtown. It puts the walk from the hotel zone into the centre at about 30 minutes.
When is high season in San José del Cabo?
Wikivoyage describes the high season for American and Canadian visitors as October to May.
How many aparthotels are there in San José del Cabo?
We currently list 5 aparthotel and serviced apartment properties in San José del Cabo.
Do aparthotels in San José del Cabo have kitchens?
5 of the 5 properties we list have a kitchen or kitchenette in at least one apartment type.
Which aparthotels in San José del Cabo have a washing machine?
2 properties list an in-apartment washing machine. Use the facts box on each property page to check.
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