Villa del Palmar at the Islands of Loreto by Danzante Bay

Villa Del Palmar At The Islands of Loreto is absolutely the best resort. The staff is amazing and we keep coming back to see them. They make our trip so special. ||The Elite staff, Jessie, Josa, Nahum, Diana, Lupita and the manager, Sam, work very hard making sure all of our needs are met on a daily basis. ||Manny, the Elite pool server, does an excellent job! The food runner, Ivan, is amazing! He literally runs around the pool carrying big trays of food to everyone! Christofer, a pool employee checks on us through out the day making sure we are in the shade. A very kind person!||Casa Mia is our favorite restaurant. Excellent food and Juan sings most nights in the bar area. Rodolfo is an amazing skilled bartender! He can make any drink! The servers Alonso, Candelaria, Daniel, Eduardo, Manuel and Sergio do an amazing job.||All of these people and more make us love Loreto and we can’t wait to come back to see them again!

Villa Del Palmar Loreto is an absolute gem! It boasts breathtaking pools, hiking trails right on-site, a fantastic spa, and a well-equipped gym. The food is generally excellent, but it’s the exceptional service that truly sets this place apart.||Joshua at the Market for Breakfast and Sand at the market during dinner are the definition of attentive and enjoyable service. Dillon, Luis, and Gabby at the pool are the friendly food and drink runners, ensuring you’re always having a great time and never running out of water or anything else you need. Cristofer, with a smile and a caring attitude, always checks in to make sure you’re comfortable with the shade or sun you prefer. Erik at Casa Mia is a master of crafting the perfect martini or Manhattan. And let’s not forget the Beach staff, including Erik Luis, who make sure you have a fantastic time.||The resort’s location in a quiet bay with a shallow water depth is perfect for walking out into the water and enjoying the stunning views. The rooms are amazing, and the food is delicious. But it’s the exceptional service that truly elevates this resort to new heights.||The elite concierge staff is incredible and make you feel truly cared for and are incredibly helpful. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to wake up early one day and watch the breathtaking sunrise over the 17th hole!

We recently stayed at Villa del Palmar at the Islands of Loreto, and I can’t say enough about our experience.||First tip: Make sure your flight coordinates well with your hotel stay. Loreto Airport (LTO) is very small, and as of our visit, only Alaska Airlines flies in—often just one flight a day! Flights in and out are limited, so book early and double-check that your arrival aligns with your hotel check-in.||We arranged transportation through the resort, which was simple and convenient. While airport pickup was not complimentary, it was easy to book. I was impressed when the resort called me before our trip to inform us that, by local law, a car seat is required for children under the age of three. Since we were traveling with a 3-year-old, this was important. The resort provided a car seat for $40 round-trip, which gave us peace of mind and showed they really care about guest safety and following regulations.||We are a family of four (kids aged 3 and 10), and from the moment we arrived, we felt relaxed. The crowds were very light when we checked in—it felt laid-back and uncrowded, which made it feel like our own private oasis. However, by the day we checked out, we could tell that more guests had arrived and the resort was getting busier. Still, it never felt overwhelming.||One thing to note is that Villa del Palmar is an exclusive resort—only accessible to guests, and there are no other hotels or businesses nearby. You are truly tucked away in a serene coastal location. The main town of Loreto is about 40 minutes away, so if you’re looking for peace, quiet, and total relaxation, this is the place. Just know in advance that you won’t be walking out of the resort to explore shops or restaurants—everything you need is already on property.||Upon check-in, we were welcomed with fruit kebabs and popsicles—just a small taste of the thoughtful touches they offer (I won’t spoil the rest!). Even better, our suite was ready before the official check-in time, which was a great surprise.||We stayed in a one-bedroom suite with the all-inclusive package, which included a full kitchen, washer, and dryer—so convenient for a family stay. The package was generous, though Starbucks and premium steaks or drinks weren’t included, but we received 40% off those items, which made it reasonable.||Before our trip, the concierge reached out to help us plan our stay. She even booked our dinner reservations via OpenTable, which made everything seamless. This level of service really elevated our experience.||The property is spotlessly clean, peaceful, and incredibly beautiful—a truly exclusive, hidden paradise. If you’re looking for nightlife or party vibes, this isn’t the place. It’s meant for true relaxation.||We spent most of our time at the pool. There are adult-only and member-only pools, but also plenty of family-friendly pool areas. The pool bar offers food, drinks, and even a “hidden” kids’ ice cream menu—just ask! There isn’t a set drink menu, so we often got creative and asked other guests for recommendations.||As for restaurants, our favorite by far was Danzante. There’s an entrance fee, but kids eat free, and it was honestly so good we wished we’d eaten there every night. Casa Mia, the Italian restaurant, was also fantastic.||We took a short ride to the 17th hole of their championship golf course, which boasts breathtaking ocean views and is ranked #1 in Latin America. Even if you don’t golf, the scenery alone is worth it.||We didn’t book excursions through the resort. Instead, we used an outside company called Sea and Land Tours, and I’ll be reviewing them separately because they were excellent.||There’s still so much more I could say, but this review would go on forever. Bottom line: if you’re looking for a peaceful, family-friendly escape with thoughtful service and top-notch amenities, and you’re okay with being a little removed from the town, Villa del Palmar at the Islands of Loreto is the perfect destination. We’re already dreaming of our next trip back!

An absolutely beautiful setting. Everything is high end and the service is excellent. Rooms nicely appointed and beds comfortable. Food is good but not a lot of choice. The all inclusive is expensive but given the location of the resort other options are limited. They have event nights featuring different foods but I don’t like buffets so I would have liked more restaurant choices. As a time share resort it was frustrating that we couldn’t go to a nice local market and fill our fridge with our favourite Mexican goodies. The beach area is very accessible. The water calm and it takes a good walk out into the water to reach waist high depth. Kayaks are available and fun to take out. However, not much to do at the resort if you don’t play golf, and golf is expensive. The major downside is that the resort is far from the town of Loreto and although there is a shuttle to take to town, you pay for it. I found one week at the resort more than enough time and. I was bored the last couple of days. Not a place for active people or young adults.

Manu Lopez was our server and we could not have asked for better service!! So attentive, and he helped us order the absolute best meals to each of our taste. Our food was prepared by Chef Isaac and was exceptional! 10/10 recommend Casa Mia at Danzante Bay in Loreto!!

The resort was very secluded. Which was perfect for us! Very clean! And authentic! The food was great. The service was excellent Gabriella, Omar, Fidel, Jesus at the Spa and so many more were excellent.!! The perfect combination of relaxation and fun!

We just had another fantastic vacation at Villa Del Palmar, Loreto. The service is outstanding. Manny and Cristofer took care of us at the Elite pool. Edson, David, and Marcelo took care of us on the beach and at the beach bar. All of them made our time at the resort more enjoyable. |We also had great dining experiences. Emmanuel was our waiter at Danzante. Jesus was our waiter at The Club House. They were both very attentive and knowledgeable. The food at both restaurants was outstanding. |The resort is always clean and well maintained. We cannot wait for our next trip back!

Rooms are nice and the kids had so much fun! Christofer is an awesome pool boy he makes sure you have shade and your float's are aired up! David at the beach bar is awesome, have the kids ask for a surprise drink and they will get something fruity and colorful every time!