The Hotelito

I normally don't post reviews, but Hotelito was easily one of my favorite hotels in the world. It was the perfect place to go after my friend and I were on a longer diving trip and wanted a place to relax. It is easy to access the busier parts of Todos Santos, but it feels like a welcome relief from the hyper-touristy areas in the center of the city. Jenny, the owner/designer, is absolutely lovely and was very present/available to make sure we were well taken care of. There is a great deal of space, but it feels really intimate. We stayed in Casa Violeta and had a ton of privacy. The bungalow was impeccably decorated and felt whimsical but lived-in and homey. The pool area is absolutely gorgeous and has plenty of space to relax in. The farm with the animals is incredible, and we visited the animals every morning. They each have a story, and Francisco and Jenny will be happy to tell you about them. Daily breakfast was delicious, and the staff are friendly and seem to have a great relationship with Jenny. They also have a focus on sustainability and ask their guests to be mindful of waste (but there is dependable A/C and great water pressure). A lovely walk farther up the driveway takes you to a completely gorgeous beach that was isolated every time we went. It was hard to leave the hotel to go anywhere else. I can't wait to go back.

Jenny is a great host, readily available and providing helpful info on the area. She designed and built The Hotelito, which has a colorful and bold architectural look with well designed rooms that are comfortable and practical for travelers. Very well maintained. Lots of seating areas outside so you can follow the sun or shade as the day progresses. Nice views from the hillside location. The pool area is large and a nice place to hang out. We walked down the quiet, narrow dirt road to the beach (15 mins) but drove into town (10 mins or less, depending on your destination). Jenny’s restaurant suggestions are useful (Mejibo & Jazamango❤️). We loved the town and couldn’t imagine staying at a better place.

My family stayed at the hotelito this past July and not only was it an amazing place, but so much more than we hoped for or expected. It is even prettier in person and the layout and design is so well-thought out to make the rooms and patios feel expansive and private, and the communal spaces designed to be comfortable and friendly. It is one of those places where when you need something, you see it has already been thought of, from filtered water in the rooms, to reusable travel water bottles to bring on excursions. ||The huge saltwater pool is lovely to swim in and it is almost surreal how pretty the setting is. The breakfast is the perfect way to start the day and Jenny thoughtfully leaves out a nightcap for those who want to have a drink before bed. You can tell the staff enjoy working there and it is just a very happy and creative space that sets the tone for your visit. Our toddler loved getting to meet the very happy pig who resides on the grounds. ||On another note, we were worried that Todos Santos might feel too touristy and not really like visiting Mexico, but thanks to Jenny's very opinionated restaurant and "to-do" guide we really got to experience the best of the traditional local scene there and the more new and experimental food scene brought in by Mexican chefs from other regions. ||We can't wait to go back! |

My girlfriend and I spent two delightful nights here on the end of our backpacking through Baja California Sur. Jenny and her stadd were lovely and very welcoming. The rooms and buildings have a nice architecture and have a relaxing vibe. Breakfast was delicious and so was the pool! There is a beach nearby which has big impressive waves and a beautiful sunset. It's a 20 minute walk to get into Todos Santos and a 20-30 minute walk to get to the beach (no swimming!). We ended our stay with a visit to the farm animals. We met everyone, the donkeys, goats and the famous Colette. A great ending to a delightful stay.

Hacienda Chilicote (the 3 BR house at El Hotelito): Fantastic, large, colorful contemporary home with private gardens, airy bedrooms and super comfortable beds. Gorgeous bathrooms with powerful showers. Great to have a kitchen for cooking and lots of places to eat outside including an upstairs terrace with stunning views! One cool night, we really enjoyed having a fire in the fireplace. Swimming in the Hotel's salt water pool surrounded by lounge chairs under the palms was much appreciated! ||The Location: Superb and peaceful location within walking distance of a beautiful yoga/movement studio, a very hip outdoor cafe serving good food and live music and the beach--where we delighted in watching migrating Humpback Whales! We found the center of town to be too noisy so we were very pleased with the quiet of El Hotelito.||Our Host: Jenny greeted us with the best Margarita my family had ever tasted and she accommodated our changing needs with grace. Putting down roots in Todos Santos for the last 20 years, she is a big-hearted, English woman who cares deeply about the local people. She has also rescued several animals who now live on the property-- including a very saucy pig named Collete who rampages through the fridge and now stars in a movie. I love her creative and philanthropic vision!|| We had a very happy 10 days at El Hotelito where we felt extremely safe and well cared for and we would book there again if we returned. We highly recommend this beautiful and very unique boutique hotel to all!||||||

What a treat! Jenny was so welcoming as well as the rest of the staff. The rooms were really comfortable, we stayed in Azul and Rosa. It was nice to have a mini fridge and also a big carraf of drinking water on arrival. The pool was fantastic. The salt water was so smooth on the skin and didn't leave you with a chlorine smell after. It was lovely and heated, allowing us to enjoy it in the evening and in the morning. The setting is gorgeous. I watched a number of woodpeckers pecking away at the tops of the palm trees. Thanks Jenny and team!

Beautiful property. So well-kept and quiet and private. Loved all the decor and outside space. Beds were so comfortable with lovely linens. Enjoyed breakfast on our private patio area each morning. This place is a gem!!!! Would definitely return and highly recommend! Owner was very responsive to inquiries and there to meet us and gave us helpful information on Todos Santos. Couldn't have been better.

A truly magical hotel, we rented the villa on the property and it was perfection. The owner Jenny is a world class host, amazing restaurant recommendations, tips etc. Genuine care for her guests. Luxury linens, desert design, impeccably clean and a short stroll from a superb quiet beach. And the rescue animals are a lovely addition (Colette the pig!). Crazy good value. What more can one ask for? Just book it.