"La Copa Bar is a great place with an incredible story; you'll truly feel the essence of a cantina as you sip the mixologist's latest mezcal creation. Behind our doors you will find us in a tropical rustic setting that will make you feel like home. If you're looking for food outside of what your accommodations offer, Plascencia has a lineup of recommendations. As for which beaches to explore, Playa Pescadero, La Pastora, or Playa Los Cerritos are among favorites for locals. They take very seriously the idea that a meal is a chance to come together, meet and laugh and exchange ideas and embrace community, and a meal in solitary cant compare. TRAVEL + LEISURE is a registered trademark of Travel + Leisure Co., registered in the United States and other countries. While the former hotel is studded with bright colors, Paradero's color palette is more muted. A dense foliage of palms and succulents surround an ojo de agua (watering hole), and the welcome desk of the namesake spa (Ojo de Agua Spa and Wellness Centre) is marked by little more than a centuries-old cactus named Grandma. We love hosting a variety of different events to bring together our community. Try the Baja oysters, one of my favorites, the wood-grilled chocolate clams, or the succulent grilled bone marrow. As soon as our reviewers have returned from this revitalising retreat in Baja California Sur and unpacked their sun hats and gardening gloves, a full account of their barefooted break will be with you.

But I motivated, and off we went. TheTacoSeriesevents is a collaboration between Chef Eduardo Rios and fourvisiting chefs from acclaimed restaurants in Mexico City, Tulum, Veracruz, and Culiacan. It was the mission of founders Pablo Carmona and Joshua Kremer to preserve the last remaining family-owned farming communities in Todos Santos without further developing untouched wilderness, so community mindedness and sustainability is at the core of everything Paradero does. In the meantime, to whet your wanderlust, here's a quick peek inside Paradero in Todos Santos. Its raw concrete exteriors blend into the desert, and in its interiors provides a counterpoint to the soft luxury of its rooms and suites. On my last day, I was scheduled to surf at Cerritos Beach with Mario Surf School. The space is quite accurately described by Paradero as a high-design landscaping project with luxurious suites and its quite unlike any hotel Ive ever visited. More hotels in Baja California Sur Hiking, mountain biking, farming, and surfing are just a few of the physically challenging experiences on offer. In about an hour, depending on your average speed, you'll enter the rich cultural haven of Todos Santos. You can follow her adventures at feedmywanderlust.com and on Instagram. The visiting chefs will put their own distinctive spin on thetacos using fresh, seasonal produce fromParaderosworking organic garden. Tablet Hotels is all about discovering the world's most exciting hotels places where you'll find a memorable experience, not just a room for the night. Though newly planted, the spa is shaded by almost 100 locally grown palm trees and other native species. When the landscape matures, it will surround the outdoor facility and appear like an oasis, inspired by the secret watering holes of the Sierra de la Laguna mountains. "The pastry chef and the coffee are incredible. For Plascencia, all of the hotels in Todos Santos "offer a unique charm and service experience," but just a couple made his list when planning out accommodations for 2021's Todos Santos & Pescadero Culinary Experiences. It's similar in size to Hotel San Cristbal, but, sitting about 20 minutes away from the beach, it offers a completely different escape. From the East Cape to the Pacific Coast, CaboViVO has you covered. While this trip was loosely about taking a break from winter, the true purpose was to check out Paradero Todos Santos, the newest hotel to open in the area (and one of Fathom's Best NewHotels for 2021). Garden Suites on the lower level extend into the landscape with outdoor lounges, hammocks, and outdoor soaking tubs. "I always enjoy surfing and spending time at one of the beaches in Todos Santos," he says. Dont bother bringing your surfboard Paradero has its own line of custom-shaped boards available. Through custom itineraries, the chef and his team were able to share the "unforgettable farms, beaches, and people" of the region. TheTacoSeriesdinnerthe anchoring event of a multi-day weekend programwill be bookended by a Cooking Master Class the following day, as well as a Tasting Menu dinner that night. We'd love for you to stop in for a visit! Please select destination / Please select travel dates. This strengthens our local economy, lowers our carbon footprint, and provides our guests with fresher food! Required fields are marked *. If you're able to grab one of the chairs on the western side of the hotel, don't give it up; the views of the waves, mixed with the descending position of the sun, will transfix any traveler. San Jos del Cabo Airport, to the south, is Bajas busiest and best-connected airport, with routes stretching all over the US and Canada. A 14-strong menu of craft beers, brewed entirely by hand on site, includes warm-weather-friendly sippers, blondes, and sours, runs through black IPAs and a brown ale, and culminates in the Ginja Ninja an experimental brew using local agave to sweeten the fermentation.

The MICHELIN Guide had always been a benchmark in gastronomy. The 35 desert-facing guest suites are two-story structures built in an L-shape along the perimeter of the property. window.monetateQ = window.monetateQ || []; If you havent entered any dates, the rate shown is provided directly by the hotel and represents the cheapest double room (including tax) available in the next 60days. TheParaderorestaurant is helmed by Chef Eduardo Rios. Visiting chefs to include DaniGonzlezof Culiacans Casa Bon, Ezequiel Hernandez of Campo Baja, Juan Cruz of Tulums Sushi Batta, and finally, Erik Guerrero ofNemikin Veracruz. Photo: Courtesy of Todos Santos Tourism Board, Where to Eat and Drink on a Boho-chic Trip to Mexico's Baja California Sur, 10 Hidden Natural Wonders in Mexico When You Want to Avoid the Crowds. Champagne and burritos on the beach. CaboViVO was designed as an authoritative identifier and curator of all thats best in Los Cabos the best restaurants, the most luxurious resorts, the most one-of-kind bucket list adventures with expert sourcing and inclusivity. Your email address will not be published. Treatments are based around Mexican healing traditions such as the temazcal (a steam lodge for sound-healing ceremonies) and chakra balancing. Paradero provides transportation, towels, lounge chairs, an umbrella, and snacks. Open-air lounge and performance space, spa with a temazcal (steam lodge). Lets be honest here, weve all guiltily binged at least an episode or two of a trashy spring break reality show set in Cancun or Cabo, and the resorts of Mexicos Baja peninsula have an equally shady reputation, especially in the south. At Open Kitchen, chef Eduard Rios (previously of award-winning Pujol in Mexico City), combines his expertise in refined Mexican cuisine with ingredients native to Baja. Carnitas Machin is a local darling; their homemade corn tortillas are worth the short drive from the center of Todos Santos. It is relatively simple to bring an American-registered vehicle into Baja California and a road trip south is a standout adventure, but allow a few days to make the journey. Cancun or Cabo: Which Mexico Destination Is Better for You? The hotels driver met us at the airport in Cabo, and we drove past all of the tacky package resorts and out to the desert on the billiard-smooth highway 19. ", Your third and final meal of the day should be, according to Chef Plascencia, "Dm or Ristorante Tre Galline, hands down. Visit Las Tunas neighborhood in the northern reaches of Todos Santos and have unbelievable tostadas on the beach at The Green Room. And, above and beyond giveing us the ability to watch those salacious reality shows, TVs and streaming devices certainly werent missed. Executive Chef Rios beat out at least 20 top chefs who interviewed for the job. Located in the same open-air space (but with a swim-up hole-in-the-wall option for a poolside sip), the drinks list is heavy on margaritas and mezcal-based cocktails made almost exclusively with you guessed it more ingredients and garnishes sourced from the on-site farm. ", You can't go to Todos Santos without enjoying one of the phenomenal sunsets, cold cocktail in hand. Though the hotel has a shuttle that will take you wherever you want to go in the immediate area, I highly recommend renting a car, as part of the charm of Baja is exploring on your own. Rooftop Suites have panoramic rooftop living rooms with plush daybeds and built-in star nets for gazing. An hour up the west coast of Baja California from the hedonistic holiday hotspot of Cabo San Lucas is a place whose charms are a little more austere, though spectacular in their own right: Paradero Todos Santos, a luxurious all-suite boutique hotel in a highly disciplined Brutalist style which seeks, at least in part, to draw the eye outward, to the landscape architecture and the untouched surrounding ecosystems. Built entirely of concrete, the stunning pool faces the perimeter of the property and has unobstructed views of the desert. An impressive, concrete, open-air structure, the living room is where you will find reception, meeting space, lounge chairs, hammocks, and an outdoor fire pit. Similarly, a carafe of water, along with glasses and two reusable, branded water bottles are available in each suite. Chef Plascencia, like the town of Todos Santos itself, has a bit of a magical aura around him that "X factor" you just can't replicate. There is no traditional carpark or lobby. Directly behind the property, you'll find steep trails to explore before the daily temperatures push you toward the pool. When you're done, grab a bathing suit and towel and head to the beach. We hiked down to the sand and walked to the end of the small cove where we came upon a family of wild horses lazing in the sun. And that, I did. I definitely earned my breakfast that morning. Mario Surf School sets its students up with a board, wetsuit, and one-on-one instruction, ensuring that everyone catches a wave. Every morning, Tony teaches yoga classes (at 9:30 a.m., neither too late nor too early) on the pool deck. In an arid desert amid fields of tomatillos and poblanos, with the Sierra La Laguna mountain range as backdrop and the salty winds blowing in from the Pacific nearby, theres loads to discover here in Baja California Sur. Not only did I get up on the board and ride a few waves, but I had a blast doing it. Holler Land Ahoy! in Cabo San Lucas marina, and spend a few days ashore inland. Copyright 2022 CaboViVO - All Rights Reserved, ParaderoTodos Santos will kick off its inauguralTacoSerieson, TheTacoSeriesevents is a collaboration between Chef Eduardo Rios and fourvisiting chefs from acclaimed restaurants in Mexico City, Tulum, Veracruz, and Culiacan. The hotel is nestled among the farms of Pescadero, the agricultural community just south of Todos Santos, about an hour north of Cabo. For those arriving by plane, rental cars are plentiful in Los Cabos and La Paz, and the hotel offers free secure parking. Options are varied, but there's no better place than chef Plascencia's farm-to-table restaurant, Jazamango. Its Brutalist architecture blends into the arid desert, and plays with light and shadow in ever more intriguing ways that enhance the cleverly landscaped setting. Vivid colours for the ladies. Budding green thumbs can take a two-hour sustainable-farming course from the La Mesa farming community who supply the hotels fresh produce, and there are gardening courses too, where guests are taught the basics of ecologically responsible garden care and design. I cant wait to return in a few years when the flora has had a chance to mature and fill out. In addition to the restaurant atParadero, other standouts include Tijuana born Javier Plascencias Jazamango, Barracuda Cantina, a beachside spot that featured in NetflixsTacoChronicles, TresGallineanorthernItalia, October: October 15-16 (Fri/Sat) Ezequiel Hernandez, TheTacoSeriesis the latest event to cementParaderosreputation as one of Mexicos. Think hammocks, floor pillows from Oaxaca, and outdoor tubs where you can soak in the peaceful nature of both the property and the area of Todos Santos itself. All our dishes are made to order right in our kitchen - including our bread, which is baked fresh daily! I visited Paradero in February, a couple of weeks after its opening and in the middle of the pandemic, which meant it was quiet, but full at limited capacity. Through the Paradero 360 program the hotel supports the local community, it is expanding its green program and sources produce locally, and the hotel offers farming courses as part of its extensive guest experiences. But Paradero, just outside of the intriguing town of Todos Santos, couldnt be further from this stereotype. "I like to offer different kinds of options in our menu and get creative. Beachgoers can decamp to nearby Playa Las Palmas for the day and take a surf lesson; more experienced surfers may want to ride the stronger swell at Playa Los Cerritos and sip cerveza in the adjacent laidback town of El Pescadero. And his knowledge of both the Mexican food world and the region of Todos Santos is exquisite (he was nominated for a James Beard Award in 2016 and has opened seven restaurants in the last 12 years). Copyright 2022 MICHELIN Guide. Tablet Hotels was added to the Michelin family in 2018 when it merged with the MICHELIN Guide and became the source of the hotel selection. The small property will attract travelers who are interested in minimalist, sustainable luxury, as well as those who seek to experience a different side of Mexico. Jessica is a landscape photographer and travel writer from Seattle. As we hiked for four miles along the dusty bluffs above the Pacific, Hernando taught me about the flora and fauna of Bajas environment. For a boozy knees-up turned dinner, a few rounds of margaritas and a spread of fish tacos at the beach-bar-style Barracuda Cantina on Playa Los Cerritos will have your SO grinning at the mere idea. The mellow waters of the Baja peninsula and its countless secluded beaches were seemingly dreamed up for yacht cruising. And the traditional luxury-hotel virtues are not overlooked a sunset cocktail is a must, as is dinner at the Paradero restaurant, with its open kitchen and Oaxacan clay oven. The charming Pacific Coast town is home to a booming culinary scene, thanks to its Mediterranean climate, farm-to-table ethos, and vibrant community of ranchers and farmers. Checking in was simple and straightforward (temperature check, sanitation, credit card registration, and room key). Dusty trails sinuously trace the surrounding farming land, deserts, hidden subtropical oases, coastal regions and mountains, and these are best explored by guided bike rides or hikes, as either a morning kick-start or sunset sundowner. The minimalist, sand-colored concrete buildings blend into the wild landscape and take advantage of the panoramic views of the rustic terrain. AddressCalle Horizonte S/N, La Cachora23300 Todos Santos, B.C.S.

Since my flight was significantly delayed, I arrived in the evening when it was already pitch black. Other events this fall and winter 2021 include special themed dinners celebrating theDiade la Independencia (September 15),Diade los Muertos (November 2), Thanksgiving (November 25), Christmas (December 24), and New Years Eve (December 31). When you've had enough of the sand, head to the center of town. Since Paradero prides itself on sustainability, you wont find small bottles of shampoo, a mini bar, or coffee machine in your room. If you're looking for an activity to work up a sweat, Plascencia directs visitors to Punta Lobos: "The hiking is amazing, with views that are absolutely to die for." For Plascencia, Todos Santos, in particular, has everything. As Todos Santos is renowned for its seafood, guests can expect creative takes on classic Baja fishtacos, ceviche tostadas, and other regional specialties. For the gentlemen, a pressed white shirt unbuttoned to the sternum, naturally. Discerning travelers; those who seek to experience something new through travel, and first-time visitors to the area. The activities are centered on the environment, from farming and gardening instruction to hiking; theres yoga in the morning and group meditation sessions as well. Here, you'll find the sixth busiest airport in Mexico, the famed el arco rock formation, the birthplace of Casamigos tequila (and George Clooney and Rande Gerber's vacation compound with the same name), and plenty of spring breakers taking advantage of the weather, nightlife, and all-inclusive deals. 2022 Smith Global Ltd Boutique and luxury hotels and villas, La Mesa Km 59 +3100, Carretera Todos Santos - Cabo San Lucas, See more pet-friendly hotels in Baja California Sur. If you have never surfed, drag yourself out of bed and go! Exhausted from travel (and maybe a few too many tequilas), my first experience began with an 8 a.m. date with Hernando, Paraderos hiking guide. La Esquina is literally translated as "the corner" in English. Baja California isnt typically known for its hipster-driven coffee scene, but the caf culture in Todos Santos is surprisingly well developed. Heaven or, indeed, an oasis well allow it, just this once. WiFi is good and strong throughout the entire property. (Im not making this up.) Using the word oasis to describe a spa is a tired crutch of the unimaginative, but no, this spa is a literal oasis in the desert. The chefs will draw on their own culinary backgrounds to createtacos that reflect the authentic flavors of Todos Santos. Travel + Leisure is published by Meredith Corporation under license from Travel + Leisure Co. This is a good thing. Budget travelers and those seeking a full-service, beachfront resort experience. For some travelers, it's the epitome of a tropical getaway. How do travelers ever choose what to add to their itineraries? Paradero is some 780 miles south of the US border, and connected by the surprisingly smooth Highway 1. We walk through desert sands to an opening in the wall, cleverly designed by architect Yektajo Valdez taking full advantage of the bright sun to create imposingly contrasting shadows and dark spaces, which evoke the coolness of a cave as you escape the midday heat. Those in the mood to drive a bit further about five miles outside of the town will be rewarded with delicious, filling breakfast tacos. By clicking Accept All Cookies, you agree to the storing of cookies on your device to enhance site navigation, analyze site usage, and assist in our marketing efforts. The setting dusty agriculture meets high design with a sustainable twist results in a property that is a sanctuary for both the comfortable and the chic. TODOS SANTOS, Mexico In early February, I ditched the foot of snow that had just fallen in Seattle and headed south to Baja for some much-needed Mexican sunshine. And families, as Paradero is an adults-only hotel. For 20+ years we've scoured the earth, evaluating hotels that meet every taste and budget, creating a hand-picked selection that's proven and inspired. The hotel has its own cars and drivers to provide transfers (at a cost) to ensure guests are able to experience the local area. Room rates include a traditional Mexican breakfast of burritos, eggs, fruits, juices, and tea and coffee. Below, see chef Javier Plascencia's recommendations for where to say and what to see, eat, and drink in Todos Santos, Mexico. Those "culinary moments" include Plascencia's newest brainchild, the Todos Santos & Pescadero Culinary Experiences, a food festival that took place in June 2021 and will return in 2022. 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Though a virgin beach is just down the road, Paradero chose this location because it wants to direct travelers attention to the distinct ecosystems of the area, which, in addition to beaches, includes incredible 200-year-old cacti, the Sierra de Laguna Mountains, an oasis of 5,000 palm trees, and fertile farmland. A cactus and agave-strewn botanical amphitheatre is the focal point at Paradero Todos Santos, a community-minded,eco-centric desert resort offering a distinctly different flavour of escapism to what is typically found in Baja California Sur. "You can find extraordinary culinary moments, surrounded by the deep blue ocean, incredible views of the desert, tropical palm trees, and picturesque, colorful streets," the all-star chef told Travel + Leisure. Go surfing at Cerritos Beach followed by tacos at Barracuda Cantina. Though I am familiar with the lay of the land and had the benefit of Google Maps, the hotel was not easy to find in the dark. In fact, you wont see excess plastic anywhere on the property, which we heartily applaud. For a hedonistic night out, theres the infamous bars and clubs of Cabo San Lucas, not that Mrs Smith knows anything about thoseBe sure to arrange a pre-booked rendezvous with Paraderos driver before the first round of tequila is ordered. While the hotel does have air-conditioning, the windows are strategically placed within the suites to promote cross ventilation of fresh air. All guests may want a patterned woollen poncho once the sun sets and the Pacific breeze blows fresh. There are no televisions. Gastronomes may prefer the Taco Tour, which samples a laundry list of the regions best tacos, and guests can meet the local chefs who are reinventing these traditional recipes with energising new flavours. Thick netting is strung across a void between two elements of the rooftop terrace grab a few cushions and a favourite companion, and spot shooting stars and far-away constellations till the wee hours. During the hands-on session, guests will learn the art of nixtamalization, a traditional maize preparation process, and create heirloom corn tortillas to take home. Abscond the midday heat, cool your feet on its river-pebble floor and every once in a while paddle over to the triangular hole-in-the-wall bar for a mezcal martini. Locally sourced soaps and shampoos are provided in refillable bottles. ParaderoTodos Santos will kick off its inauguralTacoSerieson September 17,2021with esteemed chef Dani Gonzlez of Culiacans Casa Bon. Behind the beach, we picked up the trail and headed inland through an oasis of fresh water streams and a canopy of thousands of palm trees. Double rooms from 404.93 ($493), including tax at 16 per cent. In the suite, the bedroom is separated from the bathroom by an outdoor patio space. Outside of Paraderos experiences, Todos Santos is reputedly home to the Hotel California, the mysterious subject of the 1977 hit album by the Eagles. Prices have been converted from the hotels local currency (USD425.00), via openexchangerates.org, using todays exchange rate. After a few U-turns on the highway, I finally turned down the correct dirt road where signage and security for the hotel suddenly appeared. Copyright 2022 Travel + Leisure Co. All Rights Reserved.