The Cape, a Thompson Hotel Cabo San Lucas Review

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Ocean and Resort Pool View from the Rooftop Bar at The Cape Cabo during golden hour

If you're searching for one of the most stylish and instagrammable luxury hotels in Cabo San Lucas, The Cape, a Thompson Hotel consistently ranks at the top of the list.

Located on the Los Cabos coastline with uninterrupted views of El Arco de Cabo San Lucas, this Hyatt Property is a luxury boutique resort blending mid-century Mexican design, dramatic oceanfront scenery, and a lively social atmosphere.

Unlike many Cabo resorts that feel isolated behind gates, The Cape offers a modern, design-forward vibe with incredible dining, an incredible rooftop lounge, and some of the best sunset views in Baja California.

Whether you're planning a romantic getaway, a long weekend getaway, or a luxury stay bookable with points, here's everything you need to know before planning your next trip to Cabo.

Booking The Cape with Hyatt Points

One of the best parts about staying at The Cape is that it’s part of World of Hyatt so you can earn points as a loyalist and even better, you can redeem free nights with points!

Typical redemption rates for this property:

Category 6 hotel
21,000 – 29,000 Hyatt points per night

For a luxury Cabo property where nightly rates often exceed $700+, this can be an excellent value for savvy points travelers looking for luxury stays on points that yield maximum value.

Many travelers can earn Hyatt points through flexible credit cards with transfer partners:

BILT
Chase Sapphire Reserve / Chase Sapphire Preferred Card

Both transfer points to Hyatt at a 1:1 ratio which is an EXCELLENT value for points/dollar redemptions. Hyatt is consistently one of the strongest point redemptions for luxury hotels.

For travelers focused on luxury travel using points, The Cape is one of the best Hyatt redemptions in Mexico.

Location of The Cape

The Cape sits on the stretch of coastline between the main tourist zone of downtown Cabo San Lucas and San José del Cabo. Close enough to all of the action but secluded enough for total privacy and seclusion. The resort beach is right on a popular surf spot, Monuments Beach, so you will be sure to catch surfers out on the water.

Distance from key locations:

40 minutes from Los Cabos International Airport
10 minutes to downtown Cabo San Lucas
15 minutes to San José del Cabo

What makes the resort’s location so special is the direct view of El Arco, something only a handful of Cabo resorts can offer. Everywhere you turn, from the pool deck to the rooftop bar, you see waves crashing along the coastline with the famous arch in the distance.

For photographers, or your curated instagram profile, the Cape is easily one of the most Instagrammable hotels in Cabo combining its sexy architecture and chic interior design with stunning landscape and backdrops.

Design & Atmosphere

The resort is picture perfect and comfortable as designed to look like a modern Baja beach house.

Open-air corridors
Concrete and warm wood textures
Vintage Mexican tiles
Retro furniture
Ocean views EVERYWHERE

The design is minimalist but warm, and the entire resort is oriented toward the ocean.

One of my favorite details: every guest room faces the water.

No garden views. No parking lot views. Just the prime Pacific Ocean Coastline.

Rooms & Suites

The Cape has 161 rooms and suites on property, and each one features a private terrace facing the ocean.

Signature room features include:

Outdoor hanging daybeds
Freestanding soaking tubs overlooking the ocean
Rainfall showers
Floor-to-ceiling windows
Mid-century design details

Best Rooms to Book

Ocean View King category is a great entry-level option with full ocean views.

Junior Suite Ocean View category provides more space and better terrace layout.

Thompson Suite category is THE ultimate splurge with an oversized terrace and panoramic Cabo views.

Watching the sunset from the outdoor tub on your balcony is easily one of the most memorable parts of the stay and perfect for someone celebrating an anniversary or honeymoon.

Dining at The Cape

The Cape has some of the best dining in Cabo, including one of the region’s most acclaimed restaurants. I always recommend booking dinner reservations and sunset cocktails at The Cape regardless if you are staying on property as a guest.

Manta

Led by celebrity chef Enrique Olvera, Manta blends Mexican, Peruvian, and Japanese influences.

Signature dishes include:

Baja kampachi sashimi
Grilled octopus
Fresh ceviches

The restaurant’s glass walls open directly to the ocean, making sunset dinners unforgettable with views of El Arco, the sound of crashing waves, and the cool ocean breeze.

The Rooftop

The Rooftop at The Cape is THE must do activity and easily one of Cabo’s best sunset bars.

Expect:

DJ sets and live music
craft cocktails
fire pits
infinity pool views

If you only visit The Cape for one thing, make it sunset drinks here. Book your reservation ASAP to ensure you get a spot for sunset.

The Ledge

The Ledge at The Cape is the resort’s main restaurant and where breakfast is served.

Highlights:

chilaquiles
huevos rancheros
fresh juices
oceanfront terrace seating

Breakfast here with the sound of waves crashing below is pure Cabo magic.

breakfast buffet filled with plates and colorful juices of Mexican cuisine at the Hyatt The Cape Thompson Hotel

Pools, Beach & Spa

The Cape’s main infinity pool is the heartbeat of the resort featuring:

swim-up bar
fire pits
oceanfront loungers
panoramic arch views

Just below the hotel sits Monuments Beach, one of Cabo’s best surf spots where you will most likely be able to catch local surfers enjoying the waves. While Cabo isn’t known for swimmable beaches, watching surfers ride waves with the Cabo Arch in the distance is spectacular.

For relaxation, treat yourself to a spa day at the Currents Spa offering:

hydrotherapy circuit
ocean-inspired treatments
outdoor relaxation areas

Who Should Stay at The Cape

The Cape is ideal for travelers who want:

✔A stylish boutique luxury hotel

✔ Incredible sunset views

✔ A lively social atmosphere

✔ World-class dining

✔ Easy Hyatt points redemption

It’s particularly popular with:

couples
honeymooners
weekend travelers from Los Angeles

Families can stay here as well, but the vibe leans more adult-focused than family resort.

Is the Cape Worth it?

YES. This is a luxury resort and you will love everything about the property

the quality of service meets and exceeds what you can expect at a luxury property
the resort can easily be bookable with Hyatt Points or Transferable Credit Card Points
the stay is easily worth the high value cost even if paying out of pocket

Who It's NOT for?

Families with young children
People who are looking for all inclusive properties
Spring Breakers looking for a party

Final Thoughts

With dramatic views of El Arco, stylish architecture, and one of the best rooftop bars in Cabo, The Cape, a Thompson Hotel delivers a luxury experience that feels modern, vibrant, and distinctly Baja.

For travelers looking for a chic and fun luxury stay in Cabo San Lucas, The Cape remains one of the destination’s most iconic hotels.

When looking for the best hotel's in Cabo San Lucas, be sure to check out some of my other favorite properties including the luxurious Waldorf Astoria Los Cabos Pedregal or the Westin Los Cabos Resort Villas which are both bookable via Hilton and Marriott Points respectively.