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Palmilla — Cabo San Lucas Neighborhood Guide

The legendary headland where Los Cabos luxury began. Home to One&Only Palmilla, a Jack Nicklaus golf course, and one of the best swimmable beaches in all of Los Cabos.

The Vibe

Refined, serene, old-money elegant. Quiet luxury on the Sea of Cortez with swimmable turquoise water, championship golf, and the kind of understated polish that attracts discerning travelers.

Best For

CouplesFamiliesGolfersBeach swimmersLuxury seekers

Key Attractions

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One of Cabo's best swimmable beaches

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Jack Nicklaus 27-hole golf course

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One&Only Palmilla resort

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Calm Sea of Cortez water for families

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Close to San Jose del Cabo Art Walk

Villas in Palmilla

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Villa Las Brisas, Palmilla - Walk to BeachPalmilla

Villa Las Brisas

Mid · Walk to Beach · 5 bedrooms · Up to 10 guests

From $900per night, plus taxes
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Villas Del Mar Casita 17, Palmilla - Family FriendlyPalmilla

Villas Del Mar Casita 17

Luxury · Family Friendly · 3 bedrooms · Up to 6 guests

From $2,000per night, plus taxes
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Villa Esperanza, Palmilla - Walk to BeachPalmilla

Villa Esperanza

Luxury · Walk to Beach · 6 bedrooms · Up to 14 guests

From $2,500per night, plus taxes
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Casa Manana, Palmilla - BeachfrontPalmilla

Casa Manana

Premium luxury · Beachfront · 5 bedrooms · Up to 12 guests

From $4,000per night, plus taxes
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Casa Elije, Palmilla - Onsite Villa StaffPalmilla

Casa Elije

Premium luxury · Onsite Villa Staff · 10 bedrooms · Up to 20 guests

From $35,000per night, plus taxes
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Things to Do Near Palmilla

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Luxury Two-Bay Snorkel — adventure in Cabo San Lucas4.9out of 5

Luxury Two-Bay Snorkel

4 Hours

$149per person · plus 16% IVA · $4 dock fee paid on the day
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Luxury Whale Watching in Cabo — adventure in Cabo San Lucas4.9out of 5

Luxury Whale Watching in Cabo

2.5 Hours

$138per person · plus 16% IVA · $4 dock fee paid on the day
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Cabo Whale Watching — adventure in Cabo San Lucas4.8out of 5

Cabo Whale Watching

2 Hours

$108per person · plus 16% IVA · $4 dock fee paid on the day
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Luxury Snorkel Catamaran Cruise — adventure in Cabo San Lucas4.8out of 5

Luxury Snorkel Catamaran Cruise

4 Hours

$179per person · plus 16% IVA · $4 dock fee paid on the day
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Sunset Party Cruise — adventure in Cabo San Lucas4.8out of 5

Sunset Party Cruise

2.5 Hours

$89per person · plus 16% IVA · $4 dock fee paid on the day
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Cabo Snorkel & Land's End Arch — adventure in Cabo San Lucas4.7out of 5

Cabo Snorkel & Land's End Arch

3 Hours

$98per person · plus 16% IVA · $4 dock fee paid on the day
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Camels + Arch + Lunch — adventure in Cabo San Lucas4.7out of 5

Camels + Arch + Lunch

4 Hours

$149per person · plus 16% IVA
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Outdoor Adventure 4x4 + Cabo Zipline + Rappel — adventure in Cabo San Lucas4.7out of 5

Outdoor Adventure 4x4 + Cabo Zipline + Rappel

3.5 Hours

$149per person · plus 16% IVA
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Palmilla FAQs

Is Palmilla Beach swimmable?▾
Yes, Palmilla Beach is one of the safest swimmable beaches in Los Cabos. The calm Sea of Cortez waters are warm, clear, and ideal for families with children. You can swim, snorkel, and paddleboard right from the sand.
How far is Palmilla from the airport?▾
Palmilla is approximately 20 minutes from San Jose del Cabo International Airport (SJD). It sits along the Corridor, about 15 minutes from Cabo San Lucas and 10 minutes from San Jose del Cabo.
What is the Palmilla golf course like?▾
The Jack Nicklaus Palmilla Golf Club features 27 holes across Mountain, Ocean, and Arroyo nines. The Ocean nine with holes overlooking the Sea of Cortez is particularly stunning. Green fees range from $200-350.
Is Palmilla good for families?▾
Excellent for families. The calm beach, quiet community, and family-friendly restaurants nearby make it ideal. Resort villas in the area add pools and kids-friendly amenities.
What restaurants are near Palmilla?▾
Palmilla is close to some of Cabo's best dining. Flora Farms and Acre (farm-to-table) are 15 minutes away. The Corridor restaurants like Sunset Monalisa are just minutes from Palmilla. San Jose del Cabo's Art District dining is 10 minutes away.

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