Mayan Monkey was the perfect Hostel for our Valentine's Day weekend stay . The location was…read moreconvenient and centralized location for our needs (food, excursions, activities, beach, etc) where a car was not needed . The customer service was great. At times there was issues what the language barrier but we worked it out . Hospitality was the key and the staff met our needs . We enjoyed the social activities and the pool . The price is rental and of course we booked a private room with the balcony facing the water . The WiFi on the smart tv needs to improve but we managed . Our next visit to Cabo, we definitely make Mayan Monkey our hostel private room stay .

THIEVES! CREDIT CARD FRAUD!!! I went to Mayan Monkey in November and they charged me TWICE! It has…read morebeen almost 8 months and they still have not given a refund. Do not let them ROB you at the counter! Here is what they did to me. I arrived to check-in, and the worker said my card was "denied." I tell him I purchased through Priceline and I see the money taken from my bank statement, as well as my processed reservation. He says my card associated with my reservation declined, and that he needs to charge another card. I show him AGAIN that my bank was charged, and my bank account has plenty of money. He tells me that my card was denied, and I ask him for the last 4 digits of the card he's talking about. Those are not the last 4 digits of ANY card I own. So I tell him he must be looking at someone else's reservation. Even the reservation number was different. This was OBVIOUSLY not my reservation he was looking at. He was rushing and being sloppy because the check-in line was long. He continues to claim my card was denied, and refused to check me in without running another card. I give him another card and keep a receipt. I called Priceline and they had no idea why Mayan Monkey said a card declined, because it showed as confirmed and processed on their end. This guy clearly made an error when looking up my reservation. The last day of my stay at check-out, I go to the counter. It's a new guy, ULISES MONTANO, and when checking me out, he sees that they charged me TWICE! He pulls up my Priceline reservation that was already paid for (which the first guy did not see), and he sees that I was charged separately. I was right all along. My initial reservation was paid for. He tells me they can process a refund, but since there's a long line of people waiting to check-in, he asks that I fill out a form and he'll have the office process it another time so he can check other people in. I agree, and follow up with him via email. I have been emailing Ulises Montano for MONTHS and they still never refunded my stay. Again, I was charged TWICE and they still have not refunded me. These people are thieves, and I think they are pocketing the second transaction. Stay somewhere else. The last email I got from Ulysses was December 19th, 2023. It is now July 16, 2024. I am attaching his last email. I responded that SAME DAY with my bank details for the wire transfer for my refund. I have not heard back, and I never received the wire. I think he took my bank information for fraud. I have sent him almost 10 emails since. No response. I also attached info@mayanmonkey.com, and no response still. I would give a higher rating if it weren't for this major inconvenience and lack of financial integrity. This one thing completely ruined the experience. I'm willing to give an updated review considering the things I liked once this is resolved, if it's ever resolved, but for now, it's a 1 star. I cannot reward robbery.

Very cool &secure place to stay. I'd highly recommend this for travelers on a budget and traveling…read morelight. Nice small, but clean rooms w/ bath. Open air community area and kitchen. The staff were always friendly and helpful. Walking distance to the malecon. Two thumbs up!

We had an incredible trip to La Paz and staying in the Peace Hostel made it complete…read more You will not find a better place to stay and better people to surround yourself with. We stayed in our own private room with the king bed which was huge (dresser, wardrobe, and big shower, Mexican sink). It was great for us because we brought our almost 3 year old son along and there was an extra bed in the room for him as well. It felt like a nice hotel room in an hacienda somewhere, not a hostel. They also have more hostel type shared rooms with bunkbeds. I really liked the hostel's common area. It is all under a palapa style roof. They had the furniture handmade by local carpenters and made with reclaimed wood which I think is really cool. Nacho and Marbe who run the place are great trustworthy people with lots of knowledge of the area. They both speak English and Spanish which is nice. They do tours themselves as he is a scuba instructor and she studied biology so you are in good hands. If they are too busy to lead their own tour then they will hook you up with a great tour at a discounted price. There are also bike rentals on site. If you have a rental car like we did you can park it inside the gated courtyard which was very convenient. If you don't they are a short walk to the beach and the Malecon. Oh and Chula, she is basically like the hostel's mascot, she is the sweetest dog you'll ever meet--an added bonus! Next time we're in town we will definitely return. Tip: try emailing or calling, you may get a better rate than if you go through one of those 3rd party websites. Also, if you are doing a long term stay I think they give free nights and discounts. Oh and their facebook page is https://www.facebook.com/PeaceH0stel/

First time in San Jose del Cabo and we stayed at the Drift. Great location! In the middle of all…read morethe action. Loved the vibe. Clean rooms and comfortable beds. Our room was very quiet. I did hear some bass from a local club but it wasn't enough to keep us awake after long days about town. Ate at the restaurant for breakfast and lunch and the food was delicious! The shrimp tacos were my favorite. They even brought our lunch to us at the pool. Breakfast was always excellent. Restaurant opens at 8am so if you are an early bird like me you will have to wait awhile for coffee. Staff were friendly and extremely helpful.

All the above! Seriously. The vibe was calm and unassuming. The food was delicious, and the…read morecoffee--could not even consider exploring elsewhere. The service was unobtrusive and available when needed. A great (and reasonable) find!!

This place is awesome. I stayed here for a little over two weeks and had the best time. The place…read moreis not only conveniently located but it is also VERY affordable. Along with that it is also very clean and comfortable with included breakfast, pool, swing chair and hammocks in the outside communal area, a big balcony with beautiful views in the morning/sunset. Besides all that, the staff is very friendly and professional (Sergio, Angelo, Silvia, Neto, Esperanza, Kevin). The owner, Benoit, is the very kind and the warmest host anyone can ask for. It is a "dive friendly" hostel but don't let that confuse you, the place offers a ton of activities and if you are not in the diving community you will too fall in love with this place. Whenever I return to Cabo I will for sure be staying here.

I loved the warm hospitality and at home feeling in the hostel. Benoit is a tremendous host. I got…read morelost on public transport on my way to the property and missed my stop which is really right in front of the hostel and Benoit or Ben(for short), the French owner, went out of his way to help get me safely to the hostel. There were countless ways by which he and his staff helped to make my stay better, whether it was teaching me how to use the remote control so that I could watch Netflix on screen, giving me pillows to sit on, or accommodating my specific requests. They are super nice and always make sure the fridge that contains the breakfast ingredients are stocked with fresh food. I liked the amazing home-like atmosphere that Ben and his lovely Filipina wife Yazzy foster there. Ben and Cecilia (the sweet, patient and cool staff person) are always willing and happy to answer all questions. I very much like the upper deck and it was my choice spot to enjoy breakfast that I had just cooked in their kitchen. I enjoyed the international atmosphere of the hostel a great deal. When I was there I met guests from Russia, Austria, France, the US and other parts of Mexico. The location is terrific with the marina and beach in walking distance. For me though one of the best things is the easy walking distance to some excellent restaurants. Affordable but delicious. Some stand outs are Las Paisas, Tony's Tacos, Gourmet (amazing breakfast place) and a resto that offers raw clams and oysters served with limes. I forget the name but it has "Mariscos" in it. That dish is sooo good. If you're into shopping, the place is near the big mall as well as smaller shops. Just be careful where you withdraw or exchange money, the rates are extremely variable. If you prefer not to walk, buses stop right outside the hostel to take you to main destinations and that includes a ride back to the airport. If you're on a budget or a solo traveller, I doubt any other place could rival the value that this place offers. If you're a group you can rent and enjoy the entire house. Highly recommended.

Bueno!!! This is my fifth year staying at this bonito garden style hotel, the friendliest staff and…read morefeels like you're going a bit back in time! Trees growing through the foyer beautifully accenting with the common area and the stairwells. New and very comfortable mattresses. Great "AC" and each room has a refrigerator. Actions speak louder than words, there's a reason I stay here every time I come here to go fishing! Gracias!!!

I was waiting to write my review until after check out to make sure all went well…read more Ever been to another South/Latin American country? Well, this hotel is similar to what you'll find in the local hotels there. No, this isn't the Hilton or Hyatt. This is a great private room hostel type hotel though. The rooms have comfortable and clean beds, chest of drawers, hanging space, small Tv, and bathroom. My room was cleaned daily with care and the sheets and towels refreshed. The sheets and towels are clean, if well worn. The hotel isn't spotless but it is clean. The AC runs nice and cold, and the fan is usually enough on a warm night. I didn't have the same issues with noise as some other reviewers mention, it was relatively quiet for the length of my stay. My one neighbor did bring his dog who didn't like to be left alone and he smoked outside of room, which wafted a bit in to mine (nothing major). The rooftop pool and lounge area is wonderful and relaxing and I found myself up there often. The hotel is also walking distance from everything. It takes less than 10 minutes walking to get to the beach. And it is steps from a ton of great restaurants. Checking and check out was a breeze. Staff were amiable and quiet. I got my key deposit back without issue. There's free coffee in the morning and you're welcome to use the common area kitchen (clean up after yourself!). Overall this is a great hotel, for a great price. I booked an Expedia package deal and I'm very happy! Highly recommend if you're this type of traveler.

This is one of the most beautiful hotels I've stayed in. We came for the "Viva El Gonzo" Festival…read moreto which the hotel provides free boat rides to and from. I didn't know what to expect. When I walked in after a long trip, I was astounded and mesmerized by the interior. We were very early to check in and the reception treated us so kindly with drinks, comfortable couches to sit, and the restaurant is excellent! I checked out the store within and instead of the usual touristy stuff, there were items from Mexican artists and other countries! Rosie who works there was unbelievably nice ! And friendly! EVERYONE was so nice and friendly and accommodating ! Only thing is, we didn't have much time to enjoy the pools, music there, due to the festival taking up most of our time. I will return in a heartbeat!

Love this place. Amazing view and vibes. I have some here a couple of times and each time is…read moreequally amazing if not better than the last. The staff is courteous, the food is great, the hotel music and vibe is so relaxing. I'd highly recommend this hotel to anyone looking for an adult only not all inclusive option in San Jose del Cabo.

I have been coming down to Cabo and the Baja area for 30 years…read more Actually had a place over on the pacific ocean that I regret selling years ago. BUT......Esperanza is on a different level and if you have the means....by all means I HIGHLY recommend staying here. The ocean view suites are stunning with amazing views. Service is the finest you will find. You have your own concierge who knows you when you arrive. Everyone there is friendly and wants to make your stay the best. Location is the best. The beach is great to swim. The pools are great. The restaurants offer varied options....although we only ate at one and it reminded me of a Luau. Gold courses close by. Pickleball and Tennis courts. Basketball courts. Great gym and spa. With so many options and so many new places popping up...I think Esperanza still is the tops with it's gorgeous grounds and stunning service.

This place was an absolute dream. The spa, the FOOD, I am not kidding when I say I ordered the…read moregrilled oysters like 5 time a day. It's easily the most flavorful thing I have ever had. The property is just gorgeous, as are the rooms. It's a huge property & the staff are so efficient at getting you to & from in carts if you choose not to walk. The gym is amazing, they have this awesome stretching machine in there as well as pilates equipment. I would stay here again without hesitation. I could keep going on honestly but the last thing I'll say is this place feels romantic so if you're looking to get away with your partner this is the perfect place. Cheers

Wooooah there's a lot of bad reviews. I don't agree with a lot of these people. I stayed at Royal…read moreSolaris for 1 week and I had a great time!! This was my first time coming and I would definitely come back again. The room had great air conditioning and was a good size. I had an ocean/pool view with a hot tub on the balcony. The food was good and the cafe deli was my favorite spot. (mocha latte - FIRE) The best part of the entire trip was the staff. They are all very polite and attentive. They will make you feel like family. A special shout out to the pool staff Diana , Luna and Sebastian. They did such a good job creating a fun environment out by the pool. I thought it was so cool that they play a lot of the activities with you. (Volleyball , Ping Pong) They made my trip 10x better. The bar staff Sergio , Guillermo and Ramon were also great!! I went on this trip solo and left with a lot of new friends! 10/10 would recommend

The only good thing about this resort was the entertainment! The dancers, the DJs, the hosts, and…read morethe pool entertainers were amazing!! Very professional and organized. Everything else was a joke. The food (if you got a reservation.) was horrible. Nothing was seasoned/tasted right. They had advertised fresh sushi daily under one of their huts and nope. The hamburgers under the hut was literally so burnt and thin that my daughter gagged when taking her first bite. The bathroom shower NEVER DRAINED so water was EVERYWHERE. the toilet rooms smelled like damp rags and they gave us such a hard time ordering more towels for their wet floors! When walking around the pools people were CONSTANTLY tripping and falling. And all around the pools there was cockroaches, and birds.

Been coming here 20+ years, I deifinitly like the vibe but the rooms are bit outdated. I like how…read morethere isn't a bunch timeshare people always trying to sell you something and this hotel is located outside of the hustle and bustle. We stay in the presidential suite every year with two full-size rooms and three bathroom and a wraparound terrace to look over the marina. Housekeeping comes every single day and you have to get your ice from the front desk. The pool areas are very nice always have a 241 happy hour special and the views from the pools are breathtaking.

Our cousins own a time share here and wow! Of all the resorts here in Cabo? THIS is the place to…read morestay! The rooms are just awesome! With an extra large balcony off the main living room sporting incredible views, and the bedrooms have their own small balconies as well! Kitchen has everything you need... large screen TVs in all rooms etc... The pool area bar and dining here at The Ridge (breakfast/lunch) is great! The service always top notch! Shout out to Ophelia! She was great! Fun friendly helpful and attentive! The other gentleman who waited on us were also great! Our breakfasts were excellent and our snacks, lunches... they have the best homemade guacamole and pico de gallo! Their tacos are bomb! Loved the fried fish tacos and my favorite were the chicken! We enjoyed chicken wings and the Mediterranean plate as well! Love it here!