10 Best Hotels in Loreto, Mexico [2024 Insider’s Guide]

Nestled on the Sea of Cortez side of the Baja California peninsula, Loreto, Mexico, is one of the region’s most tranquil, laidback towns, seemingly impermeable to the growing commercialization of much of the rest of the region.

A crop of newer hotels and even some oversized resorts have sprung up as the area has grown, but at its heart, Loreto remains a chilled-out beach town with basic but beautiful and endlessly welcoming hotels to prove it. Read on for our guide to the most impressive Loreto hotels and resorts, handpicked by travel experts and locals.

Best Loreto Hotels and Resorts

Our guide to the best places to stay in Loreto is brimming with the best picks by travel experts and locals – but perhaps you’re just looking for a few quick recommendations of the best of the best. These are our top picks of Loreto hotels for every type of traveler.

Read on for our full review of all the best places to stay in Loreto, from simple seaside hotels to modern properties and amenity-rich resorts on the outskirts of town that are increasingly drawing travelers from far and wide to this stunning region of Mexico.

Hotel Oasis

Best Affordable Hotel in Loreto

$ – $$ | Downtown Loreto

Long one of the most beloved hotels in Loreto, the beachfront Hotel Oasis is the best affordable place to stay in Loreto – hands down! Simple yet comfortable, clean rooms face a covered terrace with hammocks and sweeping ocean vistas at this Loreto institution, complete with a pool, on-site restaurant, and family-friendly service that keeps guests coming back year after year.

Even if you don’t end up staying at Hotel Oasis, you’ll certainly want to stop by. The hotel sits along a wide stretch of beach at the southern end of Loreto’s Malecón oceanfront promenade and has a giant terrace perfect for sunset drinks. Chowing down on fresh seafood at the hotel’s weekly Saturday evening beach barbeque is one of the best things to do in Loreto.

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Hotel Posada de las Flores

Best Boutique Hotel in Loreto

$$ | Downtown Loreto

Facing Loreto’s main town square, the colonial-style Hotel Posada de las Flores is easily the most appealing place to stay in Loreto for Mexican charm. Rooms, though small, are bursting with local touches and thoughtful details.

This boutique hotel also has more to offer than will instantly meet the eye: a rooftop pool and lounge offer plenty of space to enjoy morning coffee and sunset drinks, and the plaza-facing restaurant located on the hotel’s ground floor is one of the best in town. Keep in mind that the central location of Hotel Posada de las Flores means you’ll probably experience some street noise in the evenings and mornings, so bring along earplugs and a white noise machine if you’re a light sleeper.

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Villa del Palmar at the Islands of Loreto

Best Resort in Loreto

$$ – $$$ | Playa Ensenada Blanca

If you’re looking for the comforts of a resort-style stay and don’t mind being further from central Loreto, Villa del Palmar at the Islands of Loreto is the ultimate place to stay. Not only is this resort among one of the best resorts in Mexico – but more affordable than many other properties that make that list! – but it offers more adventure than a traditional resort stay and is located along a gorgeous coastline between soaring mountains and shimmering sea.

Activities range from sailing excursions at nearby islands with hidden beaches to hikes through red rock canyons and world-class sport fishing charters. However, there’s plenty of rest and relaxation to be had at Villa del Palmar at the Islands of Loreto, too. A championship golf course, an award-winning spa, and numerous dining options across the beachfront property mean you never have to leave the resort to enjoy the best of a Baja beach getaway.

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Aventuras Hotel

$$ | Nopoló – Loreto Bay

The brand-new boutique Aventuras Hotel offers sleek, modern rooms that include kitchenettes and plenty of space, making them perfect for guests who want to enjoy a longer stay in Loreto. Located within the Loreto Bay community just 15 minutes south of the heart of Loreto, this hotel is walkable to the restaurants, cafes, and other amenities of this gated community, which include swimming pools, beachfront, and a golf course.

Guests looking for pure rest and relaxation won’t mind Aventuras Hotel‘s distance to town and will appreciate the peace and quiet that come with this community location. However, you’ll need to catch a taxi or use a rental car to get into Loreto, so if you plan to explore, consider staying somewhere closer to the heart of Loreto’s chilled-out “downtown.”

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Posada del Cortes

$$ | Downtown Loreto

Located just one block from both the Malecón oceanfront promenade and central plaza in Loreto, Posada del Cortes is a close contender for our favorite mid-range hotel in the heart of the city. Colorful and comfortable yet simple decor gives the colonial-style property a real Mexican charm in this quiet yet central location.

The beautiful rooftop terrace with an ocean view is an indisputable highlight of Posada del Cortes, though it’s the warm, welcoming hospitality that has earned it an unending stream of return visitors over the years.

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Hotel Santa Fe Loreto

$$ | Downtown Loreto

Hotel Santa Fe Loreto is one of the larger hotels in Loreto, though it doesn’t necessarily feel like it. With 116 rooms and suites surrounding a lush central courtyard with a pool, it feels like a boutique resort within the heart of the city, making it a perfect choice for those looking for a little more from their accommodations while staying within walking distance of the conveniences of downtown Loreto.

Even the standard studio rooms at Hotel Santa Fe Loreto feature a kitchenette, which makes this one of the best hotels in Loreto for a longer stay.

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Loreto Bay Golf Resort & Spa

$$ | Nopoló – Loreto Bay

For those looking for a place to stay in Loreto with all the amenities of a resort, Loreto Bay Golf Resort & Spa is a great choice. Rooms are comfortable and spacious, and many offer great views of the oceanfront and golf course that have made the area so popular with short-term visitors and long-term expat residents.

Loreto Bay Golf Resort & Spa is located within the gated Loreto Bay community, just 15 minutes south of downtown Loreto. The area has plenty of amenities including shops and markets, restaurants (we recommend Ocotillo and Gastroteca AZUL!), multiple pools, beach access, and an 18-hole golf course, and is easily reachable from town by taxi.

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Hotel La Misión Loreto

$$ | Downtown Loreto

Oceanfront Hotel La Misión Loreto really does have it all: spacious rooms, an incredible location in the heart of Loreto on the Malecón oceanfront promenade, and attentive service that earns it countless rave reviews. The design feels a bit dated at times, but it’s totally comfortable, immaculately clean, and well-kept, with rooms that offer tremendous views towards the islands of Loreto.

Hotel La Misión Loreto also has two popular on-site restaurants that even locals stop in for; Los Olivos offers a great Sunday brunch spread, including both international favorites and Mexican classics.

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El Tiburón Casitas

$ – $$ | Downtown Loreto

For travelers looking for an affordable and convenient place to stay that exudes unbothered beach town cool, El Tiburón Casitas is one of the best hotels in Loreto. Each colorful casita offers a kitchenette, air-conditioning, strong wifi, and everything you’d need to settle into your home away from home in the heart of Loreto.

Amenities like a swimming pool and free parking on site make it popular with guests returning year after year as an escape from colder climates. This lends a family-friendly feel to El Tiburón Casitas that you’ll sense the second you step on the property.

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Coco Cabañas Loreto

$ – $$ | Downtown Loreto

Much like El Tiburón Casitas, Coco Cabañas Loreto is just what you’re picturing if you’re looking for a laid-back, affordable beach getaway in Loreto. Simple but comfortable rooms and two different pool spaces make it a welcoming spot that both families and couples will love.

Coco Cabañas Loreto offers kitchenettes in every room, wifi, parking, and plenty of space to spread out and enjoy, whether for just a day or two or an entire season. The convenient location – close enough to feel ocean breezes and within walking distance of all the best restaurants, shops, and stores in the heart of Loreto – is yet another plus.

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