Stunning architecture, unparalleled service and fantastic food are all part of the awe-inspiring charm of the Viceroy Los Cabos. 
The view from the beach is just as impressive. 
Taking in the view from the pool. 
The Viceroy Los Cabos is the epitome of what a couple needs to rekindle and connect. 
The Nest is an encasement of woven branches that appears to hover over the water. 
Inside The Nest. 
The Viceroy Los Cabos’ intimate vibe sets it apart from other fine resorts. 
Soaking up the sun. 
The rooftop Cielomar restaurant offers fine dining and stellar service. 
Ready to relax? 
Romantic views amid vivid colors.
Have you been to Los Cabos in the southern tip of Baja California?
The flight time is 2 hours and 20 minutes from LAX to Cabo San Lucas, and the drive from the airport to the Viceroy Los Cabos is only 20 minutes.
Trust me. The Viceroy is where you’ll want to stay.
If you’re into stunning architecture, absolute luxury and over-the- top dining for breakfast, lunch and dinner, Viceroy Los Cabos will satisfy the soul and soothe the busiest of minds.
Equally outstanding is the staff. Genuine smiles, conversation and attention to detail will be noticed from the lobby to the sand.
Facing the Sea of Cortés, this magnificent property has features like no other resort. It’s all about tranquility, and the flow of water from your room to the sea.
Imagine walking into your luxurious suite, looking past the alluring bed and spacious room with the giant flatscreen TV (that you’ll never turn on) to the outdoor living space.
Floor-to-ceiling glass doors separate the bedroom from the terrace. This is the space and place where you can soak in your private bath — bath bombs and sea salt included. It’s quite the experience to lie on your full-size outdoor bed overlooking pools of water that gently flow down to the pristine beach below.
Meandering paths take you past four stunning pools and uniquely designed still bodies of water that strangely calm and excite the senses.
Weekends aren’t enough. Keys 2 the Coast highly recommends several days for your stay.
Enjoy morning espresso overlooking the mirrored pools reflecting the extraordinarily striking buildings from the Casero restaurant. Skilled chefs will prepare tasty dishes like savory mushroom and truffle oil omelets, red chilaquiles or ricotta avocado toast.
If you ask for fresh berries, you can expect the blueberries to be the size of concord grapes, and they’ll taste fresh off the bush.
Dinner at the rooftop Cielomar restaurant will provide an unforgettable evening. When it’s light, you can see the resort and revel in its outstanding beauty. After the sun sets, it’s a whole new experience. Waves crash in the distance as the buildings become lit in deep fuchsia and sky blues.
Wise ones will research the time of sunset and make reservations a half-hour before to enjoy both scenic sensations. The dinner menu offers many exciting and appetizing selections, and service is above and beyond.
I mentioned to our waiter that I love churros but can’t eat gluten, and 20 minutes later, I was graced with hot and crispy, gluten-free churros that were delicious beyond words. My mouth waters to this day thinking about how good they were.
Yes, I wrote about dessert first, but it was a vacation.
Try the sea ceviche freshly prepared with coconut and lime with a little heat from serrano pepper for starters. Or flavorful melted Oaxacan cheese and burned artichokes.
It was difficult selecting an entrée, and the whole grilled snapper was a perfect choice. The fish was tender, well-seasoned and perfectly prepared.
Dinner was fantastic — all artful, outstanding and tasty dishes worth writing home about.
The Viceroy’s famed Nest is architecturally unique in every way. I first noticed it from the lobby and wondered what it was.
Structurally, it is peculiar and enthralling. The Viceroy lobby pathway will lead you between the pools to a small restaurant and bar appropriately named Nido or “The Nest.”
The Nest is truly a sight to behold. The encasement of woven branches creates an enclosed nest that appears to hover over the water. This is the place for cocktails and an unforgettable dining experience.
It’s open-air, so dress accordingly. Follow the path a few more steps, and you’ll find yourself at the beach.
The Viceroy’s suites, pool, restaurant and bar and lounge boast stunning panoramic views of the beach. If you’re interested in snorkeling or swimming, Palmilla Beach is another gorgeous, swimmer-friendly beach and is a short 10-minute drive from the resort.
The resort is within walking distance from downtown San Jose del Cabo. Ask the front desk about renting a complimentary bicycle, or the staff is happy to arrange personal transportation or a taxi. Whichever transportation you chose, you’ll feel as if you’ve pedaled or driven straight onto a movie set.
The town has numerous charming restaurants and galleries. If you decide to go off-site, dinner at El Fish & Grill at the Plaza del Pescador is highly recommended. The seabass is delicious and Sergio, the owner, is a charmer.
Viceroy Los Cabos is a must-see luxury destination. The magnificent property was originally built in 2016 as Mar Adentro, and Viceroy took over in late 2018. The resort was conceptualized by Miguel Angel Aragonés and features a mixture of contemporary and modern Mexican architecture that is unlike anywhere else in the world.
It’s no wonder why Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards named it the No. 1 Resort in Western Mexico and Time magazine declared it one of the World’s Greatest Places to Visit.
The design is truly a sight to behold and somewhat hard to describe. The minimalist white buildings emerge from the surrounding pools, which mirror the structures. In the evenings, the purple and blue lights transform these reflections into something dreamlike and almost surreal.
The most seasoned traveler will appreciate the uniqueness and attention to every need and detail that the Viceroy Los Cabos fulfills. A few days away will delight and inspire with experiences that will be stamped on your memory.
Click here for more information about the Viceroy Los Cabos, or email loscabos.reservations@viceroyhotelsandresorts.com.
— Donna Polizzi is a regional travel expert and founder of Keys 2 the Coast, offering honest recommendations on the “Best Places to Wine, Dine and Explore.” She can be contacted at news@noozhawk.com. Connect with Keys 2 the Coast on Facebook. Click here to read previous columns. The opinions expressed are her own.