Hotel Palmas de Cortez

I've stayed at this resort with a group of friends (8 couples) many times over the years. I would rate this hotel just "OK" but not worth what they charge now. It’s got very expensive with no noticeable improvement to the hotel facility. The town of Los Barriles is not the same little sleepy fishing village that I fondly remember from days past. This area of Baja is no longer the semi inexpensive vacation you used to get for your dollar. It's becoming a mini new Cabo with the same problems. With that being said, I am writing this review for the staff representatives they had working at the International Sports Expo in Sacramento, California. The three guys that sat in the Van Wormer resort's booth were rude and disrespectful towards people that were inquiring about the hotel. Why would you want people like this representing your business? These are the same three men that have sat in the booth the past few years and have acted the same way each time l've tried to engage with them about a possible future trip. They don't care and act as if they are mad for being there.If this resort wants new visitors, and old customers to return they need to change the face and attitudes of their representatives. These three employees are turning away possible guests to this resort, because of their attitude and rudeness. Hotel Palmas de Cortez & Van Wormer management staff need to be aware of how they're being represented. The group of friends that I travel together with will not be booking any more vacations at this hotel. Adios

I've stayed at this resort with a group of friends (8 couples) many times over the years. I would rate this hotel just "OK" but not worth what they charge now. This area of Baja is not the same semi inexpensive vacation you used to get. It's the new Cabo with the same problems. With that being said, I am writing this review for the staff representatives they had working at the International Sports Expo in Sacramento, California. The three old guys (I'm not calling them gentleman) that sat in the Van Wormer resort's booth were about exciting as a funeral and as friendly as a pack badgers. They were rude, disrespectful grumpy old men. Why the heck would you want them representing your business? I believe these are the same three clowns that have sat (not worked) in the booth the past few years and have acted the same way each time l've tried to engage with them about a possible future trip. They don't care. If this resort wants new visitors, and old customers to return they need to change the face and attitudes of their representatives. These three non-personality employees are turning away possible guests to this resort, because of their attitude and rudeness. Hotel Palmas de Cortez & Van Wormer management staff need to be aware of how they're being represented. The group of friends that I travel together with will not be booking any more vacations at this hotel. Adios

Overall the pool area was nice, kid friendly access, grounds were clean. Our room was dirty, mold growing on ceiling of our bathroom, damaged tiles in our bathroom that were jagged and unsafe, room had a very bright television outside of it that lite it up at night. We were moved to a different room the following day which was better. Food menu was kid friendly but pricing was not, expect to pay $75 CDN for family of 4 (breakfast) and dinner was $150 . They need a kids menu option and more affordable options for breaky. Service was great, staff is friendly and helpful. I would not stay here again.

Great location right on the beach. You are really paying for the location. This is a very quiet hotel and community in general located about an hour from Cabo. The restaurants they have offered a variety of options and the staff at the restaurants were very friendly and accommodating. It was a little cooler and windier during spring break than Cancun. The gym was closed during our stay with no alternative options offered. They do suggest a 10 percent gratuity for the entire stay, which seems high. I’d recommend this property for travelers looking to be away from the hustle of Cabo.

Looking forward to going again

We stayed there for a week, and everything was ready and clean when we arrived. Each day, we were given two bottles of water, which was a nice touch. The pool and hot tub area were always clean and well-maintained, and there was never any noise after 10 p.m.—even before that, it was pretty quiet. The best part was being right on the beach with easy access. It made our stay really relaxing.