Frequently Asked Questions
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How far is Grand Velas Los Cabos from the airport?
A Our luxury beach resort is just 24 miles from Los Cabos International Airport (SJD). It is a 20-minute ride by car, taxi or shuttle - a quick drive to utter bliss!
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How far is San Jose del Cabo from Cabo San Lucas?
A San Jose del Cabo is approximately 20 miles northeast of downtown Cabo San Lucas. Feel free to drive or take a taxi to get there. There is also a local bus that runs between the two towns.
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How much is a taxi from San Jose del Cabo to Cabo San Lucas?
A A one-way fare between Cabo San Lucas and San Jose del Cabo is roughly $40 USD, as prices are around $7 USD/mile. Taxis from the Tourist Corridor are generally easy to find all over town, rates to either town start at around $15 USD and can go as high as $70 USD. Prices cover up to 4 passengers with an additional change per passenger.
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How do I get to downtown Cabo from the resort?
A The Grand Velas Los Cabos is located in the area between Cabo San Lucas and San Jose del Cabo known as the Tourist Corridor. Getting to downtown Cabo San Lucas is a breeze. Just head southwest on Highway 1 (Carretera Transpeninsular No.1), which crosses the entire Baja Peninsula. It is about a 15-minute drive from our All-Inclusive resort.
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Do I need to rent a car to get around? Where can I rent a car?
A Since there are so many amazing places to check out in Los Cabos and the surrounding areas, guests find it easy to rent a car while in town. There are numerous car rental agencies at the San Jose Airport and in town, including Alamo, Avis, Enterprise, BBB Rent-a-Car, Budget, Dollar, Hertz, and National. Our hotel Concierge will be happy to assist you in making any arrangements from our resort. Renting a car in Los Cabos is generally more expensive than in the States but is probably cheaper than taking a taxi everywhere you go. All drivers must meet the following requirements: a valid driver's license, a credit card and the minimum age is 25.
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Is Los Cabos in Mexico or California?
A Los Cabos is located in Mexico and is one of the major cities in the Mexican State of Baja California Sur, which resides on the southernmost tip of the Baja California Peninsula on the Pacific West Coast.
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Which airport is the closest to Cabo San Lucas?
A Los Cabos International Airport in San Jose del Cabo is the closest airport to Cabo San Lucas. Our luxury beach resort is just 39 km (24 miles) southwest of Los Cabos International Airport (SJD), approximately a 20-minute drive to our hotel on Highway 1.
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Where is Los Cabos Mexico?
A One of Mexico's fastest growing resort towns, Los Cabos is located where the arid desert meets the open Pacific Ocean. It boasts a vibrant nightlife and laid-back beaches for a great vacation full of fun in the sun. You can also find a variety of eco-tours and activities to enjoy such as camel rides, yacht cruises and even snorkeling with sea lions in the Sea of Cortez.
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Are Cabo San Lucas and Los Cabos the same place?
A No, Cabo San Lucas and San Jose del Cabo are two cities that together are known as Los Cabos. They do share a coastline but are 20-minutes apart and offer two different atmospheres. Cabo San Lucas is known for a more vibrant party scene, while San Jose del Cabo tends to be more tranquil. Grand Velas Los Cabos is located right in the middle.
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Is there a pickup and drop off shuttle for the airport? How much does it cost?
A Yes, we offer a 24-hour airport shuttle service at an additional charge. You can schedule it at least 48 hours in advance with Blue Dreams. The cost is $300 USD for a roundtrip in a Suburban for up to 6 people from Los Cabos International Airport (SJD).
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What Is San Jose del Cabo?
A San José del Cabo is a town in the municipality of Los Cabos, it is located at the end of the Baja California peninsula in Mexico. San Jose del Cabo is next to the city of Cabo San Lucas and the 32-kilometer highway that separates them is known as the Corridor. Both are the tourist destination known as Los Cabos.
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Where is downtown San Jose del cabo?
A San Jose del Cabo is approximately 20 miles northeast of downtown Cabo San Lucas. Feel free to drive or take a taxi to get there. There is also a local bus that runs between the two towns.
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Where is San Jose del Cabo Baja california Sur Mexico?
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San Jose del Cabo is a picturesque town that takes part of Los Cabos beach destination, together with Cabo San Lucas. It is located at the southernmost part of the Baja California Peninsula, just 20 minutes northeast of Cabo San Lucas.
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Where is San Jose del Cabo Airport?
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The airport of San Jose del Cabo, Mexico is located 11 kilometers from the city of San Jose del Cabo in the state of Baja California Sur. The airport serves Los Cabos area which includes the municipalities of San Jose del Cabo and Cabo San Lucas. The airport has three terminals with 4 halls; Terminal 1 serves all local operations and some international flights, while Terminal 2 serves international flights only.
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What time zone is Los Cabos Mexico?
A Cabo San Lucas, Mexico is located in the Mountain Standard Time (GMT -7) time zone just like Denver, CO. It is one hour ahead of California's Pacific Standard Time, and two hours ahead of New York's Eastern Standard Time Zone.
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Los Cabos weather in december, january and february?
A The weather in Los Cabos during December, January, and February is dry and cool. The temperature ranges from 59°-79°F (15°-26°C). The days are warm and sunny and the evenings in this season are cool and breezy, so make sure to pack a jacket or sweater. Since this is outside of the rainy season, rain is a rare occurrence during this time of the year.
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Los Cabos weather in march, april and may?
A The weather in Cabo San Lucas in these month is dry and warm, comfortable by day and night. Temperature generally varies from 73°F to 74°F (23°C to 24°C).
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When is hurricane season in Cabo San Lucas?
A Hurricane season in Mexico runs from June 1st to November 30th. However, it's rare for Pacific hurricanes to make landfall in Los Cabos, and frequently dissolving into tropical storms that leave some rain behind.
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Los Cabos water temperature?
A Expect sunshine 350 days a year in Cabo due to its desert climate and the Sea of Cortez breezes. Sea water averages temperatures of 76°F (24°C). In winter you find mostly temperatures of 70°F (21°C); in spring 71°F (21.7°C); in summer 80°F (26.5°C) and in autumn 83°F (28°C).
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What airport is in Los Cabos Mexico?
A Los Cabos International Airport in San Jose del Cabo, the closest airport to Cabo San Lucas. Our luxury beach resort is just 39 km (24 miles) southwest of Los Cabos International Airport (SJD), approximately a 20-minute drive to our hotel on Highway 1.