{Hotel Review}: Sheraton Hacienda del Mar, Cabo San Lucas, Mexico

I already gave you a peek of our hotel in my first post here.  I'm starting these hotel reviews in the hope that if you travel to these destinations, you can read through my personal experiences there and it can help you decide whether to stay (or not stay) there.

Overall Review 
I would recommend this hotel and stay here again.  I rate it 4 stars out of 5 - it could have been 5 stars if the room itself was a bit warmer (in terms of decor) and it didn't charge random fees.  I increasingly get annoyed at hotels that charge for internet access or have ridiculous fees like $15 to use the refrigerator (seriously). I was pleasantly surprised though because I didn't have high expectations for a hotel chain - but this hotel was cozy and felt local yet was also sleekly styled for an international crowd (see the infinity pool above).

Room

We got a garden room which had a view of the first fountain in my last post and a bit of the infinity pool and ocean as well.  The balcony and lounge chairs were a nice extension of the room.  The room itself was a good size.  The bathroom was also large and even had a peekaboo window into the rest of the room (so close that portion when you have guests!)

Service

We had helpful, attentive service from the front desk, concierge, cleaning, and pool staff.  Everyone we encountered was warm and happy to assist.  It was of course nice that the front desk and concierge spoke English.

Pricing
The rate for the garden room was about $159/night in late February ($50 more for oceanfront view and $600 more for a suite); it certainly looks like we went during low season because prices start at $235/night now.  We booked a hotel/flight package through Orbitz and got one night free!  This was definitely good value for money.

Facilities
The property was large yet intimate.  The collection of multiple low buildings makes it more cozy and accessible though slightly confusing at first.  The infinity pool was gorgeous and there were also smaller pools throughout the property.   The restaurants were overpriced as per most hotel restaurants but had good, fast service.  The food was good, but not awesome.  This hotel also has an all inclusive package including meals if you are interested.

Pineapple trees by the pool make me happy!

If you have any experience at this hotel or the best recommendation elsewhere in Cabo, share!

CnC Living Travel Log: Bright blue vistas, fresh eats, and an intimate wedding in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico

Cabo San Lucas, Mexico is definitely a place I'd visit again.  Postcard-perfect blue skies and waters surrounded us in this tropical retreat (with temperature staying in the very comfortable 70s ℉.)

This was one of my first impressions of Cabo - the view from our hotel (hotel review here!)
We were presented with the most gorgeous shade of blue skies...

 

  

...which continued with the blue waters of the Sea of Cortez from El Arco de Cabo San Lucas

When we weren't enjoying the views, we were happily consuming food.  I couldn't tire of the tangy lime flavors, fresh seafood (though I shouldn't have much of it), and of course dessert.  More pictures, including one of a quatro leches cake on Flickr here.

Tamarind margarita - mmm!

Street food from a taqueria in San José del Cabo.  Tacos al pastor...good doesn't even describe it.

But of course we were there for a wedding and it was a beautiful event.  I love the intimacy and relaxed vibe of destination weddings.
View of the church

Topped off with mariachi after the wedding to start the reception

Hope you enjoyed a peek into my trip.  More pictures on Flickr and Facebook! 

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