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lands end / los cabos

TOP SUITES of LOS CABOS

At the southernmost tip of the Baja Peninsula—where the Pacific Ocean meets the Sea of Cortez—the unsurpassed natural beauty of Los Cabos
serves as the backdrop for world-class resorts. By Emily Liebert

infinity pool / one&only palmilla

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presidential suite / Las ventanas beach front casita / marquis los cabos
LAS VENTANAS AL PARAÍSO,
A ROSEWOOD RESORT
THREE-BEDROOM PRESIDENTIAL SUITE
Key selling points | This suite features two master bedroom
suites with king beds (upstairs and downstairs) and a second
bedroom suite with two queen beds. There’s also a large
private terrace with an infinity-edge pool and a Jacuzzi.
Standout service | The hotel’s Director of Romance will create a
video-taped marriage proposal, or a romantic meal for two.
Style | Mexican-Mediterranean, by Wilson Associates, 1997
Special amenities | Bulgari toiletries, choice of Italian linen,
satin or sateen sheets
Square footage | 3,600
Number of rooms in suite | Six
Number of bathrooms | Four
Number of rooms, suites and villas in resort | 71
Who’s slept here? | Jennifer Aniston, Sandra Bullock,
LeAnn Rimes, John Travolta
Nightly rate | From $4,700
Location | Corridor between San Jose del Cabo and
Cabo San Lucas
Contact | Managing Director Lionel Álvarez,
52-624-144-2800; lionel.alvarez@rosewoodhotels.com;
www.lasventanas.com
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MARQUIS LOS CABOS
BEACH FRONT CASITA WITH PRIVATE POOL
Key selling points | Just steps from the ocean, the casita of-
fers spectacular views of the Sea of Cortez—especially from
its private terrace. Its own botanical garden contains palm
trees, cacti and a private swimming pool.
Standout service | A welcome cocktail and a bottle of cham-
pagne are served by your 24-hour butler.
Style | Mexican contemporary, by Elias & Elias Design, 2003
Special amenities | Breakfast delivered daily through a
private niche, Bulgari toiletries, Frette bed linens
Square footage | 1,675
Number of rooms in suite | Four
Number of bathrooms | One full and one half-bath
Number of rooms, suites and villas in resort | 237 suites
Who’s slept here? | Susan Sarandon, Adam Sandler,
Spike Lee, Magic Johnson
Nightly rate | $1,200
Location | Corridor between San Jose del Cabo and
Cabo San Lucas
Contact | General Manager Ella Messerli,
52-62-4144-2004;
ellamesserli@marquisloscabos.com;
www.marquisloscabos.com
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villa cortez / one&only Palmilla

ONE&ONLY PALMILLA
Villa Cortez
Key selling points | This sprawling 13-room villa features
its own 12-person private screening theater, editing/produc-
tion media studio, full Kinesis gym, spa facilities, a private
infinity-edge pool with whirlpool, and live-in household and
culinary staff.
Standout service | Guests can charter a 50-foot Azimut 
43S yacht.
Style | Traditional hacienda, by Paul Duesing, 2008
Special amenities | Lady Primrose bath products,
Bose audio system, flat-screen TV with DVD/CD player
Square footage | 8,500, plus 2,000 of outdoor space
Number of rooms in villa | 13
Number of bathrooms | Five and one half-bath
Number of rooms, suites and villas in resort | 173
Who’s slept here? | The resort’s repeat celebrity guests
include Jennifer Aniston, Sienna Miller and Kate Beckinsale.
Nightly rate | From $7,000
Location | San Jose Del Cabo
Contact | General Manager George Sotelo,
52-62-4146-7043;
george.sotelo@oneandonlypalmilla.com;
www.oneandonlyresorts.com
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villa 372 / villas del mar presidential suite / me cabo
VILLAS DEL MAR AT PALMILLA
VILLA 372
Key selling points | Built on a hillside with unobstructed
views of the Sea of Cortez, Villa 372 is only steps from a pri-
vate beach. It contains its own infinity pool, spa, and spacious
outdoor living and dining area. A personal chef prepares
breakfast and lunch daily, while a butler sees to guests’
every need.
Standout service | Access to Club Ninety-Six, a luxury beach
club for the exclusive use of Villas Del Mar homeowners and
rental guests
Style | Mexican with European influences, by Cuvee Design
& Development, 2006
Special amenities | Original artwork, iPod speaker station,
HDTVs with satellite programming, DVD players, wireless inter-
net, printer/copier/scanner/fax machine with dedicated line
Square footage | 6,278
Number of rooms in villa | Six
Number of bathrooms | Four and one half-bath
Number of rooms, suites and villas in resort | 40
Who’s slept here? | James Taylor
Nightly rate | $4,200
Location | Palmilla
Contact | General Manager Sean Emmerton, (949) 388-8590;
emmerton@ix.netcom.com; www.villasdelmar.com
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ME CABO
PRESIDENTIAL SUITE
Key selling points | The two-bedroom Presidential Suite,
which combines a Loft Suite with a Petit Suite, features liv-
ing and dining areas, and a large private sun deck with an
outdoor Jacuzzi and fire pit. The suite is located on
The Level, an exclusive hotel-within-the-hotel.
Standout service | Guests who stay on The Level have
access to The Living Room, a private lounge featuring signa-
ture cocktail service and a state-of-the-art home theater.
Style | Sexy serenity, by Rebeca Perez, 2007
Special amenities | Paintings and sculptures by celebrated
Mexican artist Yuri Zatarain, martini bar, in-room
aromatherapy, Aveda bath products
Square footage | 1,925
Number of rooms in suite | Two
Number of bathrooms | Two
Number of rooms, suites and villas in resort | 150
Who’s slept here? | Cindy Crawford, Adam Sandler, Chris
Noth, Bret Michaels, Pink, Adrian Grenier, Chelsea Handler
Nightly rate | $2,959
Location | Playa el Médano
Contact | General Manager Ernesto Luna, 52-62-4145-7802;
ernestol@sol-group.com; www.me-cabo.com
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presidential penthouse / cabo azul resort
CABO AZUL RESORT
PRESIDENTIAL PENTHOUSE
Key selling points | The oceanfront Presidential Penthouse
features three private bedrooms and bathrooms in addition
to a 1,227-square-foot terrace. Unique lighting and play-
ful effects like flaming fire sculptures augment the suite’s
appeal.
Standout service | Guests can dine privately on gourmet
cuisine prepared by their own in-villa chef.
Style | Edgy and dramatic, by Dodd Mitchell, 2007
Special amenities | GE Profile kitchen appliances, Philips
electronics, Gilchrist & Soames toiletries
Square footage | 3,682
Number of rooms in suite | Six
Number of bathrooms | Three
Number of rooms, suites and villas in resort | 143
Who’s slept here? | Jennifer Esposito, Ali Larter
Nightly rate | $2,000
Location | San Jose del Cabo
Contact | General Manager Bob Gaul, 52-62-4163-5100;
bob.gaul@monarchgrand.com; www.caboazulresort.com
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penthouse suite / esperanza resort
ESPERANZA RESORT
PENTHOUSE SUITE
Key selling points | The Penthouse Suite boasts panoramic
ocean views and 2,000 square feet of indoor/outdoor living
space, including an expansive living room and private eleva-
tor entry.  
Standout services | A complimentary neck and shoulder
massage, complimentary poolside treats, private butler
service
Style | Fresh sophistication, by Wilson Associates, 2008
Special amenities | Original art, handcrafted furnishings,
deep soaking tubs, showers built for two, infinity-edge
hot tub
Square footage | 2,000
Number of rooms in suite | Two
Number of bathrooms | One
Number of rooms, suites and villas in resort | 57
Who’s slept here? | Leonardo DiCaprio, Hilary Swank,
Jennifer Aniston, Gwyneth Paltrow and Chris Martin have all
been spotted at the resort.
Nightly rate | From $1,800 to $3,500
Location | Just outside Cabo San Lucas
Contact | General Manager Severino Gomez,
52-62-4145-6454; sgomez@esperanzaresort.com.mx; 
www.esperanzaresort.com
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terrace / penthouse suite

penthouse suite / casa dorada

CASA DORADA LOS CABOS, RESORT & SPA Coming Soon to Cabo
THREE-BEDROOM PENTHOUSE SUITE
Set to open in 2012, Montage Los Cabos will
Key selling points | With spectacular views of the iconic
sit amid 1,300 acres of desert arroyos and will
Land’s End rock formation and Medano Beach, the Three-
feature 74 luxury guestrooms, 74 luxury casita
Bedroom Penthouse Suite features vaulted ceilings, large
suites, five presidential suites and a Fred Cou-
living, dining, and kitchen areas, three bedrooms and an
ples signature 18-hole golf course. The three-
expansive terrace with Jacuzzi.
bedroom Presidential Suites will span from
Standout service | The resort’s OneCall command center
3,000 to 3,800 square feet of indoor living space
answers at the touch of a button to attend to guests’ needs.
plus 700 to 1,000 square feet of outdoor space.
Style | Global and Mexican accents, by Adriana Hoyos, 2008
Contact: Kacey Spies-Bruno, (949) 715-6116;
Special amenities | Four flat-screen satellite TVs, Bulgari
kbruno@montagehotels.com;
toiletries, whirlpool tubs and separate showers
www.montagehotels.com
Square footage | 4,500
Number of rooms in suite | Three
The deluxe Bahia hotel and private beach
Number of bathrooms | Three and one half-bath
club—perched on a hilltop above the world-
Number of rooms, suites and villas in resort | 186
famous El Medano Beach—will open its doors
Who’s slept here? | Brody Jenner
this fall. Its 81 rooms will include 44 studio
Nightly rate | $1,497
guest rooms, 22 deluxe guest rooms, 12 ju-
Location | Playa el Médano
nior suites, and three two-bedroom “decked
Contact | General Manager Victor Gomez,
out” suites, each over 1,000 square feet. The
52-624-163-5702; victor.gomez@casadorada.com;
Board Room, located on a second floor deck,
www.casadorada.com
will feature late night partying with top DJs.
Contact: Evan Lambert, (914) 713-2190;
elambert@sklpartners.com;
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