Kimpton Mas Olas Resort And Spa
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Spa, yoga, farm-to-table dining, ocean views, private plunge pools
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Camino Sin Nombre Lote 545, 23310 El Pescadero, B.C.S., Mexico Get directions
Spa, yoga, farm-to-table dining, ocean views, private plunge pools
Camino Sin Nombre Lote 545, 23310 El Pescadero, B.C.S., Mexico Get directions
"[Editor's note: As of June 18, 2023, this property is temporarily closed.] Why book?To connect with nature, oneself, and the communities of artists and surfers in nearby Todos Santos. Set the sceneAt-adults only Rancho Pescadero, desert landscapes and on-site farms make clear that everything here is about nature. It can be visualized as botanical garden first, resort second. Thirty generous acres make it feel like you have the place to yourself, and yet it’s not so sprawling to require being chauffeured by golf cart. As such, I found myself blissfully lost near the chicken coop, where chef Sandro Falbo found me and asked if I wanted to select a few eggs, walk to the garden, and pluck herbs and vegetables for breakfast made at the open-air restaurant, Botánica. Experiences like this weren’t uncommon during my days at Rancho Pescadero: I followed the scent of barbacoa beckoned to a large Sunday brunch, I spotted whales breach the Pacific, I joined an essential oils class in the flower garden, and I learned the oral history of the resort from “Pescaderoites,” a passionate group of guests who have been returning to the resort since its inception, when there were only 12 guest rooms. Now, there may be 103 keys, but they assured me the spirit and ethos hasn't changed one bit. The backstoryIn the mid 1990s, Lisa Harper wanted a break as a retail fashion CEO and spent nearly a year camping out on a secluded beach that would soon become Rancho Pescadero. She bought the parcel of land from poblano farmers in 1997. She pretty much single handedly planted trees, drew up plans, and got to work on a hotel project that would soon become beloved by the “it” crowds of Los Angeles. The roomsDesigned for indoor-outdoor living, the rooms are carefully arranged around the views, and 98 percent of accommodations look out on the ocean. All of the rooms have plenty of space to unwind, and the ocean-front suites level up the experience further, each with its own fire pit, private plunge pool, and outdoor shower. Food and drinkAfter my happenstance tour with chef Sandro Falbo, I encountered him again during the Botánica signature smoke tasting menu, where each course arrived in a wooden box opened table-side allowing the fragrant smoke to fill the air. Falbo said that the charcoal treatment was one of his favorite ways to showcase the bounty from the surrounding gardens. Everything I tasted was insanely fresh, balanced, and indulgent without feeling heavy. Falbo’s passion shines through every dish, from the slow-roasted lamb tacos to the garden salad. A fine-dining seafood concept and a vegan casual spot are opening soon, too. The spaThe James Turrell-evoking, circular, indoor-outdoor 25,000-square-foot spa is the pièce de résistance of the property, offering a bounty of well-being practices, treatments, classes, and a lap pool. During my own experience with the wellness programs, relaxing to the masterful direction of our teacher during a sound bath, I found myself next to a couple of tech execs and a girls' trip. Beforehand, I totally got my butt whipped at the state-of-the-art gym, which had all of the machines and equipment anyone could want. The areaLocated an hour north of Cabo San Lucas near Todos Santos is a long dirt road that leads to the resort. During the 15 minute ride, I could feel my stress melt away with each bump in the road until finally I arrived at the front door. I passed through it, stepping into the botanical gardens, wanting only to soak up as much time as possible at this desert paradise. The serviceThe staff was laid-back, friendly, and seemed genuinely excited about Rancho. Eco effortThe footprint is minimal. Harper and husband and co-owner Billy Moore have placed great importance on sustainability. They've implemented expensive programs like transplanting thousands of plants moved during construction to their original locations, creating a solar farm, and installing a desalination plant. But they are also concerned about the strains that a luxury resort can bring to rural areas. They have created a housing complex for employees, implemented a technical education program for the community, and invested in a clean-air incinerator for the resort’s waste and also for local use. Anything left to mention?Waking up on my last day in my elegant-yet-beachy guest suite, designed head-to-toe by Harper (of course), and jumping into the private plunge pool overlooking the crashing waves, I found myself thinking, This is true well-being. A place to reconnect with what matters most and feel confident that the investment in this stay is eco-responsible and helping to uplift the people who live here." - Scott Bay
"Reimagined as a wellness-focused luxury resort with 103 rooms, the property was redesigned by a Mexican architect and sources nearly all furnishings from local artists and craftspeople; many accommodations have private roof decks and plunge pools. Culinary outlets draw heavily from nine on-site gardens (from citrus orchards to native succulents), and a 25,000-square-foot spa and fitness center features a Pilates reformer studio, dedicated indoor and outdoor yoga spaces, and wellness programming." - Mary Holland, Laura Dannen Redman, Devorah Lev-Tov
"Facing the beachfront, Kimpton Mas Olas Resort and Spa by IHG offers 5-star accommodations in El Pescadero and has free bikes, outdoor swimming pool and fitness center. The property provides a private beach area, as well as a garden and a terrace. The property has a 24-hour front desk, airport transportation, room service and free WiFi throughout the property. At the hotel, each room is equipped with a closet. At Kimpton Mas Olas Resort and Spa by IHG, the rooms include air conditioning and a safety deposit box. A continental, American or vegetarian breakfast is served at the property. At the accommodation you'll find a restaurant serving American, Mexican and Pizza cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and vegan options can also be requested. The wellness area at Kimpton Mas Olas Resort and Spa by IHG is comprised of a sauna and a hot tub. The area is popular for fishing, and car rental is available at the hotel. Los Cabos International Airport is 60 miles from the property." - My Boutique Hotel (en)
"While only about an hour’s drive from Cabo San Lucas, Kimpton Mas Olas feels like it’s in the middle of nowhere. Wedged between the desert and the sea, this boutique resort sits on a large waterfront property on Baja’s coastline, its beautifully landscaped gardens stretching out toward the sand dunes and the dramatic silhouette of the Sierra de la Laguna mountain range. Indoor-outdoor living is the ideal in a setting as spectacular as this — and with its breezy design and gorgeous open-air spaces, the adults-only Kimpton Mas Olas nails the assignment." - Tablet Hotels
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