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    El Cielo

    3.7 (207 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 7:00 pm

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    Sherman T.

    Remote resort and winery hosting about 30 individually standing buildings made up of three separate suites all encircling the grapevines tended by the staff. About an hour and a half drive from the US/Mexico border stands El Cielo ready to welcome you into their quiet neighborhood surrounded by lush lands and hills often grazed by their many cattle and other livestock. Within the vicinity, you'll find little, but a few high end eateries exist. The dirt paths are roads less travelled, however, you're not too far from the port city of Ensenada. As you drive into the long entrance to the main lobby, you'll notice the openness of it all. The horizon is just barely obstructed and the land is extremely flat with the exception of the hills nearby. The property has a lake and serves as a beautiful and serene place to take a walk. In the evenings, the stars are extremely clear and bright against the pitch dark sky. Bask in the tranquility as the only sounds you'll hear are the occasional croaks from the native frogs or chirps of crickets and whistling night breeze. If you came during the day, however, and haven't melted already, the first step out will be a shocker due to the immense heat you'll feel being just a smidge closer to the equator. The staff greeted us with some cold glasses of refreshing white wines as we checked in. Upon getting our suite and room keys, they offered to shuttle us to our rooms but if you drove in yourself, feel free to drive on over and park in the driveway. For those with electric vehicles, they do have charging available right outside each suite. The rooms are spacious, well ventilated and adequately illuminated. The beds are soft and the mattress and pillows are super comfortable. The bathrooms are clean and modern; water pressure is good. Amenities were appreciated - bottles of drinking water (was told to refrain from consuming water from tap in Mexico so this was a big plus), clean towels, hygiene and supplemental kits were available, and mirrors were abundant (long, standard, and close up). Each room also comes with a TV and localized air conditioning and fan unit, giving full control over room climate. There's also a balcony but it was much too hot to be out during the day. The evenings were cool and provided a nice place to sit back and enjoy the stars. There's a shared outdoor pool, a gymnasium and a chapel house. I only got to use the pool and it was relatively clean aside from the occasional bug that might have fallen in. There were towels and chairs for patrons to use. The lake was a nice stroll but it's not too big and much of the path is fully exposed to the sun. Breakfast occurs between 8-9:30 am at the main building on the second floor. They'll check you in at the front desk for your name and room number and you'll have the option to sit indoors in the dark but elegant dining room or outdoors on the patio. The food is self service and included a variety of options including eggs, beans, meats, dairy, nuts and fruits. They also have a dessert section where I got to try a chia seed parfait with fresh berries. Orange juice and coffee are also served with your meal. The service is phenomenal here. The staff are friendly and very welcoming. For non-Spanish speakers, it wasn't too difficult to communicate our needs. Overall, El Cielo is a great vacation spot to disconnect from all your worries and engage in the present. There's not a whole lot to do here specifically, but the downtime offers room to connect with your loved ones. With its proximity to other hot spots and eateries, El Cielo proved to be a humble and comfortable rest spot in between the tourist attractions, explorations, and wine and dining. If you're looking for a place that has nearly everything taken care of for you to enjoy a stress free vacation, El Cielo has you covered. You just need to make your way down here!

    Nancy L.

    The grounds are beautiful but the service, very lacking! We were hoping to try out the restaurant but it was pretty empty-didn't seem too appealing and the prices are so steep that we opted for a bottle instead. The server was not helpful in suggesting a bottle so we just chose one randomly. He brought out the bottle and disappeared, we were the only table there so it wasn't a good sign at all. There are so many other location options that we will try next time and definitely not interested in coming back here again.

    Ben Y.

    I'm going to steal another reviewer's comment. It's a 4 start resort in 1 star surroundings. To be fair the same can be said for pretty much all of the "nice touristy" spots in Valle. All of the resorts/wineries/fine dining spots are located on a nice property tucked away from the barren undeveloped surroundings. The property itself is pretty nice, it's basically like a gated townhouse community surounding a couple of man made lakes. The rooms were fairly large and well furnished. Quality of said furnishing were decent. Overall the service was great and we didn't have any issues communicating with the staff in english. I would consider the price cheap by US resort standards but more than I would expect to pay in Mexico

    Bad service again from Fausto. Why? So sad
    Avelino C.

    I returned to give this ace another chance. I tried one white, one Rose and two reds. The white wine was fresh and crisp and had a nice vanilla and guava flavoring. The rosé was also crisp and the best rosé that I've had from this place. The wine was from 2022 and it had a taste of white cherries. The Tempranillo red wine was not good. It was very tart and very bitter. The Malbec was delicious. Alex Garcias did an excellent as our wine specialist. So I'm changing to 3 stars.

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    Norbert K.

    What we have here is a 4-star resort in 1-star surroundings. Basic concept is multiunit "houses" built around a working vineyard, within vineyards. The grounds themselves are welcoming and well maintained, but all the roads in the resort are unpaved. The dusty environment is inherent to Valle de Guadalupe and the Ensenada "Wine Route". From the time you enter the resort from Carretera Francisco Zarco (which is more minefield than paved road), you're driving on dirt. Reception and bell staff are very good. However, the guards at the entrance speak little to no English. Yes, I know it's Mexico. But El Cielo is marketing itself to Americans as a destination resort. Basic hospitality English can be expected.

    Jennipher C.

    This was our first stop in the Valle and we are so glad we decided to go to El Cielo. We chose to taste whites and reds. After we finally figured out where to go to do our tasting, we were greeted by Angel. He was so friendly and upbeat. He brought out each wine at a good pace. We didn't have to wait too long between pours. He told us about each wine and highlighted the awards they've won. We ended up taking home a few bottles because they were really good. The outdoor seating area is covered from the sun and was the perfect setting for wine tasting. I couldn't recommend this place more.

    Lynzee H.

    My husband and I were able to secure a wine tasting last minute here during our trip to Valle. The grounds were huge and there were tons of activities including golf cart tours, etc. we opted for a simple tour on the patio. It was very crowded, but our server was still great. Although I had a good experience, I can only recommend this as a last minute stop. It felt like a Hilton hotel in a way.

    Coffee for the wine hangover
    Maricel P.

    What a beautiful property. The view from the bedroom balcony is so peaceful & a perfect place to have morning coffee or an evening glass of wine. Love, LOVE, LOVE this property. The restaurants were all amazing and service was great. On-site vans are Mercedes-Benz, super clean an on time. We did the wine "cave" tasting and while it wasn't what we expected, still delightful. The chocolate pairings were surprising, but fun.

    Kristin L.

    Five stars for the rooms. Very luxurious, we could have definitely stayed here for a week. The rooms were spacious and comfortable with large bathroom, lovely shower, sitting area and balcony. Deducted three stars because the service was so-so. Breakfast service was great. The front desk service was poor. The neighbors next to our unit brought their own 3 foot tall speaker and were blasting music late into the night. Now I'm all for a good time and celebrating but frankly this was excessive and disrespectful. We paid just as much as the neighbors to stay at the resort so we deserve to sleep at 1am. The front desk was pretty useless in doing anything about it. Really disappointed in that aspect

    Shalini G.

    OH EM GEEEEEEE!! I had no idea what i was in for when my friends called and said they had 2 seats for a prix fixed dinner in Valle... it wasn't cheap (by baja standards) ...$200 pp, but it was soooo worth it and i would do it again. By the way..price included wine, tax & tip. ..so ya not as pricey as i initially felt. 6 courses ..each one better than the last one. wine was flowing the wine is good! ...others in our party work in the wine industry in Napa and they loved the wines! room was breathtaking!! i felt like it was in a Disney movie! imagine Beauty and the Beast dining room (minus the talking dishes) courses (see images for details) 1st- Black ceviche 2nd - Sheep Tzic 3rd - Duck Salbut 4th - Pork belly taco (best pork belly i have EVER eaten!) 5th - smoked sheep 6th - guava dessert. and i remember a tray of flaming tequila at about this point. ... just do it! it was one of the best meals i have ever eaten in my life!!

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    Ashley R.

    Pretty and more on the fancy side. Has tours, restaurants, shops and more. Beautiful area. A bit pricy but very relaxed and you feel like you're on vacation. Would return.

    The barrel
    Monica N.

    This place is so classy, well put together and well ran, organized. The staff is super friendly and nice. Greeting you with a good morning and a smile and so willing to answer any questions. The house we stayed at was all to ourselves, but equipped to be broken down into 3 separate rooms if you're not able to rent the whole house. Beautiful view, man made lake with the houses surrounding it, they even have a church with active service on Sundays. We came for New Years, but if you want to come see the grapes, they say the best time of the year is around August or September. We visited the "cueva", which means cave, and that's where all the barrels of wine are kept. The wine tasting had a tour of the place, along with some history. Had dinner in one of their restaurants Latitud, food was ok, maybe I expected more, this place is so upscale. Overall I would love to stay here again, it's beautiful here.

    Malbec
    Johana T.

    This is a pretty place, with the prices being a little bit more on the higher end. We wanted to sit outside but it was pretty cloudy and cold so we sat inside instead. You're surrounded by their merch and other items for sale.. I kind of wish there was another area to sit down at that didn't look like you were in the middle of a store. We got a bottle of Malbec which was really good. Our server was okay, he only passed by once after bringing us our bottle. Perhaps if he would have been a little more attentive we would have purchased more wine.

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    Beautiful and enchanting ambiance! Food was excellent and service was great. Highly recommended

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    Great service! Love the ambience and customer service. We were so taken care of! Samantha was the best!

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    The food at their place is really amazing. It's great for kids and it's also super relaxing.

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    Great place for a night or two getaway. All the staff were great. I only wish they had a spa on site. We will ba back.

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    After returning the ATVs we were led to the wine tasting room underground to sample 1 white and 2 red wines.

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    Vena Cava Vinícola - Stroll through the vineyard

    Vena Cava Vinícola

    4.3(76 reviews)
    2.3 km
    $$

    Vena Cava was our third tasting of the trip and easily the most laid-back of the three. After the…read morepolish of Monte Xanic and the artsy moodiness of Bruma, Vena Cava was a totally different speed. Still five stars. Okay, the setting. The roof is literally made of old fishing boats flipped upside down over the cellar. The owner is a retired ship captain, so once you walk inside it all clicks. It's funky and a little weird, and I loved it. Our host was a gem. Knowledgeable, attentive, generous, and so into what he was pouring that he kept slipping us extras to try beyond our tasting. We tried some of their natural wines, and I LOVED them. The orange wine, especially. They reminded me of a good sour beer, kind of funky and tart, and I was very into it. Heads up, though: the rest of my group of four hated them. Natural wines are a love them or leave them situation. After our tasting, we hung out on the grounds and grabbed food from the Troika food truck out front, and honestly, we could have stayed all afternoon. The whole place is so unhurried, and after two more buttoned-up tastings, it was exactly what I needed. Different from the others, not better or worse. I really enjoyed the wine and the whole hangout, and I'll absolutely be back on our next trip.

    AMAZING FUN UNIQUE WINES. Can't wait to be back one day. The person who guided us through the wines…read morewas very well knowledgeable and fun to talk to.

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    Walked up to see the goats!

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    The tasting room (rosé)

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    Casa Frida - Mezcal shots

    Casa Frida

    3.4(259 reviews)
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    We went in a Friday night with our daughter and it wasn't busy at all, they let us choose where to…read moresit. Our waiter was great, he gave a lot of great recommendations as far as beer and how to eat the oysters. My husband enjoyed his oysters with the sauces and his octopus tacos. My daughter just got the pizza which she enjoyed (loved that is was sourdough) and I just got some basic tacos wasn't too hungry. I also got the granizado con fresa! It was delicious ! After we ate we walked around for a bit and bought some beer at the store. It's a really nice place for pictures.

    Our stay at Casa Frida in Valle de Guadalupe was a mixed experience. The biggest downside is the…read morelocation. It is very remote with very little nearby. You have to drive at least 5 miles just to find other restaurants or attractions, and it's about 14 miles to Ensenada if you want more options. The hotel only has one restaurant currently open, and while it was convenient, the food was overpriced for what it offered. The staff was friendly, welcoming, and helpful throughout our stay, which we appreciated. Unfortunately, the property itself felt a bit neglected. There were several maintenance issues, including a broken toilet paper holder and a broken shampoo/conditioner dispenser that wasn't replaced until the following day. The paint in the room didn't match in several areas, and overall it could use some upkeep. The pillows were very uncomfortable, and the property was extremely dusty, making it difficult to enjoy being outside, so we ended up staying indoors most of the time. We also booked a room advertised with a "valley view," but our view was mostly trees and a ditch, which was disappointing and not what we expected. On the positive side, the room itself was modern, clean, and nicely designed inside. With a few minor repairs and better maintenance, it could be an excellent place to stay. The hotel was also very quiet, which made for a peaceful atmosphere, although the room had great AC. Overall, I would rate Casa Frida 3 out of 5 stars. It has potential thanks to its friendly staff

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    Casa Frida - Adjunct to the entrance pathway

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    Trevista Vineyards - Wine barrel sinks for the bathrooms

    Trevista Vineyards

    5.0(30 reviews)
    5.5 km
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    Wow. What an experience. The vibes, views, hosts, food, and wine were all immaculate. And the…read moretasting was barely more money than the wine only one we had at nearby wineries. Easily the highlight of the trip for our entire group. I'll definitely be returning here every time I visit Valle de Guadalupe.

    I don't know where to even begin with my review of our experience at Trevista so I will begin with…read more"Hay no coincidencias" I had saved Trevista before our visit and didnt realize the requirement for pre reservations at most places in the Valle rather than just winging it so I emailed on Friday hoping to manage a reservation for the next day. I was thrilled to see an email on Saturday saying we were welcome for the 2nd tasting of the day and then filled with panic as I saw when it was sent, didn't have service and that time was quickly approaching. Thankfully i got wifi, replied that we would love to be there, got a reply saying we were good to go and off we went. I will thank our luck a large amount on the weather as many people cancelled due to pouring rain and flooded roads. The roads are rough, especially in the rain so a larger vehicle or a tour driver would definitely be beneficial but we made it happen. Upon arrival we were greeted with hugs, conversation, drinks and blankets and it honestly felt like we just showed up to the home of a family member. With the weather, it ended up just being the two of us and another couple who drove out for the day and previously was married at the vineyard which made for the most intimate afternoon tasting. My fiancé (oh that's still weird to say haha) is not really a wine drinker and I don't usually drinks reds but we both loved all 3 years of the tasting and the tapas that come with each were so delicious. One of the pairings was a taco with meat that I don't eat so I gave it to him and was more than thankful when Hilda noticed and asked her team to make a potato taco for me to take part. With the impeccable vibes, Carlos decided this was the right time and place and completely unbeknownst to me he had let James and Hilda know about his plan and they assisted in the greatest intimate proposal I could have ever dreamed of, rain and chilly temperatures and all. After our tasting we all spoke around the table like we had known each other for years and it really was the most special day and experience I could have ever asked for. We will definitely be back sooner than later, especially since we both fell in love with not only the humans on site but vineyard good boy Corcho. Thank you both for your hospitality, I honestly can't express it enough.

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    Trevista Vineyards
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