El Zalate in San Jose del Cabo, a fabulous vacation destination for families or couples, is home to 'Our Palapa'. With the help of on-site staff, enjoy your private patio and large pool area. Take advantage of excursions coordinated by Top Shelf Management company and relax with a massage on the balcony. Your beach days will be memorable with oversized towels and four beach chairs provided.
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1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire condo
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4130 sq m
Popular amenities
Ocean view
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
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About this property
'OUR PALAPA' TRANQUILITY AWAITS - UPDATED AND REMODELED
"Our Palapa" is located at El Zalate in San Jose del Cabo, a fabulous vacation destination for families or couples. With the help of our dedicated on-site staff, we strive to make our home as clean and comfortable as possible. Top Shelf Management company will arrange transportation from and to the airport, coordinate excursions, a personal chef, or a massage on the balcony. Whatever you desire, our team is here to help. El Zalate is a small complex, you have a private patio, the pool area is large enough for social distancing, and the beach is not crowded. You will find the staff at El Zalate very friendly and helpful. The security guards speak Spanish and English and are eager to teach you a few phrases. They will call you a cab and greet you cheerfully as you come and go throughout the property. We hope your vacation is filled with fun-filled unforgettable memories.
Enjoy our private secure balcony with a beautiful luxurious rattan couch, chairs, BBQ, and a dining table for six. The home includes two bedrooms and two full bathrooms including a pillow-top king bed and two full beds. The kitchen is equipped with all the amenities for cooking or BBQ, a washer and dryer, and ample storage in closets, and dressers. TV, internet. A safe is provided for your valuables. English-speaking helpful 24-hour security guards, a locked beach gate, and ample lighting provide a safe environment. El Zalate has a gym available to all our guests. It is clean and private for owners and their guests only. 2024 NEW Pickleball and a NEW gym are on-site and available for our guests. The gym includes an elliptical machine, row machine, bicycle, treadmill, weight machines, and free weights. All the equipment is new in 2024. The gym is open 24 hrs. and has AC and a bathroom.
If you like organic dining check out Acre and FloraFarm. They are located east of San Jose in Las Animas and offer a unique outdoor dining experience.
H, located in San Jose is another fabulous dining experience. Luis, the owner, and chef will treat you like family. reservations are recommended.
On Thursdays, San Jose del Cabo hosts an Art Walk. Many art galleries, artists, and shop owners are on hand to greet you. There is something for everyone at the Art Walk. Restaurants, bars, and stores are open for your pleasure. The streets of Downtown are closed and families and couples roam the town enjoying art, fashion, music, and food.
On Fridays, Palmilla has a Farmers Market. Nestled among upscale boutique shops are farmers with produce and homemade goods straight from the farms.
If you need accommodations before or after your stay here at 'Our Palapa'' you may want to experience, El Encanto, a quaint hotel in downtown San Jose, its ambiance is quiet and has an old-world Mexico flavor.
We provide oversized towels for the pool and beach, four beach chairs, hairdryers, and basics in the kitchen. Bring your bathing suit and toothbrush! That's all you need for an awesome time!
Enjoy!
Property amenities
Beach
On the beach
Beach loungers
Beach towels
Pool/Spa
Communal pool
Heated pool
Hot tub
Internet
Available in the condo: WiFi
Parking and transport
Car not required
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Ice maker
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Dining
Chef service
Dining table
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
In-room accessibility
Lift
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Meal delivery service
Phone
Safe
Location highlights
In the city centre
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near the marina
Near the ocean
Things to do
Bicycles
Golf
Gym
Heated pool
Kayak
Water sports equipment
Birdwatching nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Parasailing nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Swimming nearby
Theme park nearby
Whale watching nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
This is a no-smoking complex. According to Mexican Law, smoking is not allowed on the balcony, pool area, or beach.
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
We should mention
A car is not required for transport to and from this property
Frequently asked questions
Does 'OUR PALAPA' TRANQUILITY AWAITS - UPDATED AND REMODELED have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.
Is 'OUR PALAPA' TRANQUILITY AWAITS - UPDATED AND REMODELED pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at 'OUR PALAPA' TRANQUILITY AWAITS - UPDATED AND REMODELED ?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at 'OUR PALAPA' TRANQUILITY AWAITS - UPDATED AND REMODELED ?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at 'OUR PALAPA' TRANQUILITY AWAITS - UPDATED AND REMODELED ?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is 'OUR PALAPA' TRANQUILITY AWAITS - UPDATED AND REMODELED located?
Located in Costa Azul, this beachfront condo building is in the city centre and within a 5-minute walk of Costa Azul Beach and El Zalate Beach. Playa Hotelera and Mar y Sierra are also within 15 minutes.
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Reviews
Reviews
Exceptional
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Great location and well appointed facility with a fantastic view of the pool grounds and beach. Great patio to also relax and watch the whales swimming offshore.
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lovely condo, clean, beautiful view, well equipped kitchen. Particularly liked that there were a few important staples in the kitchen. Gorgeous property, clean and well maintained.
This condo is beautifully decorated! It has everything you need. We cooked a lot and ate in at this beautiful place with a Wonderful view! Beds are comfortable and really feels like home!
Sheila B.
Stayed 12 nights in Apr 2024
Verified
8/10 Good
Sheela
5 Apr 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
The condo is very well outfitted and clean. The view is gorgeous and the balcony is huge and fabulous. We would have appreciated more clarity about the beach- it’s accessible but it is not “swimmable” unless you’re a very strong swimmer (mostly red flag conditions) and has very high rough waves and strong undertow. The hot tub and 2 pools are not accessible to kids under 12- only one pool is- this was enforced by security. Since we were expecting a beach holiday with our 6 and 9 year old kids, this is not what we would have booked had the ad been more forthcoming. Be aware that a lot of tours leave from Cabo San Lucas which is a costly uber ride each way. The property contact Kathy was very helpful. We did try an 8pm swim but one of the co-residents was immediately emphatic that we had to be very quiet. One of the rules is basically no running, horseplay, yelling or loud music in any common area (especially the pool area) at any time - hard to feel like this property is meant for excited kids. It really isn’t that kid friendly though a number of grandparents seem to own there and their grandkids visit. Overall clean and nice property but would not suggest for families with young kids who want to swim in the ocean or have any boisterous play or have access to all amenities. It’s great for adults who want to very quiet vacation and aren’t super keen to swim in the ocean.
We have an incredible time at this condo. It is in the perfect location in San Jose del Cabo. It is on a beautiful and quiet beach. The view is fantastic and the grounds are great. The condo is super comfortable and well maintained. The beds are comfortable and the kitchen is very well stocked for cooking. We will definitely come back. 5 stars!
We had a great stay in this very comfortable condo with amazing views. We swam in the pools every day and visited most of the recommended restaurants. It felt a little like we had our own personal concierge, as the recommendations and available services were spot on. We enjoyed it all!
My husband and I just returned from a one week stay at Dan and Judy's beautiful condo. It was spotlessly clean when we arrived, comfortable and well decorated. We had a few questions during our stay and they were answered quickly by the owners and/or property managers. We have stayed at El Zalate many times in other condos. You cannot find a more serene and secure spot with the most incredible views! We plan to return in a year and are already looking forward to the trip.
Beautiful condo with a great balcony and incredible views
We loved this condo and barely wanted to leave it. The view from the balcony was so nice and everything was upgraded in terms of appliances and furniture. The kitchen was stocked and they supply things like boogie boards and beach chairs. The beach and pool weren’t crowded at all. Very peaceful environment. A lot of good food options within walking distance, and San Jose Del Cabo was a quick uber. We went into Los Cabos twice, but were so happy we weren’t staying there. Kathy and Rudy were very helpful! Thanks for a great vacation.
Leigh Ann W.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
RICHARD
14 Nov 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We liked the fact that was place was clean, the view was fantastic, and grounds were kept up. The beach was almost part of the property it was so close. Having our own kitchen was so nice, made it nice for small meals or you can cook a meal too. Our communication with the property managers was very good and helpful. It was peaceful there. But, if you wanted some excitement a uber ride to town was less than 10 minutes away, you could walk it through the beach if you wanted to. Were already planning on a return visit, highly recommend this condo.
My wife and daughter stayed here for 6 nights during spring break - 3/15 to 3/21. We've been to SJC multiple times and stayed at a few all inclusive resorts and boutique hotels. After staying at El Zalante and this particular unit I don't think we'll stay anywhere else on our next visit. The unit was recently remodeled and the floors are a beautiful large format tile which flowed seamlessly out to the veranda. Very nicely decorated too. Morning coffee on the comfortable veranda furniture was a daily routine and equally inviting for happy hour and meals. The hosts were very communicative and awesome to deal with. They even helped get me set up with the group of golfers that go out weekly. The grounds and pool are very well maintained. We will be back for sure and looking forward to it! Thanks J & D!
Beautiful beach front condo, expensive airport pickup
The property was very nice, spacious and tastefully decorated. Amenities were great, except the hot tub was not functioning the entire week. Beach was very secluded and we saw whales offshore on several afternoons! Communication with the owners was prompt. Good suggestions given for nearby restaurants and spa services. Art Walk was wonderful, it’s a must! Warning: the on-site property manager, Rudy, recommends airport transportation by Aldo at Dunes Tours and Travel. The charge was 70 one way for a 20 minute trip. I should have checked Uber, it was on 16 one way. I suggest you take an Uber everywhere. Cheap and good service!
Loved the location. 3 great restaurants within a short walk and Ubers everywhere for easy access to anything you need! (Oxxo next door for quick simple purchases and beautiful Grocery only 1km away) The condo was clean and comfortable with easy access to the pool and beach. Pool was heated and perfect temp. (Kids under 12 not allowed in hot tub tho and strictly enforced by neighbours. All very nice ;) It was also valuable to know in advance that beach was not safe to swim in. The Owners were easy to contact and very responsive. They were gracious enough to accommodate us one more night at the last minute when our flight was cancelled. We loved the condo and were Very happy with our stay! Thank you!
The place was very nice and had a beautiful view. Very quiet & low key place if that is what you are seeking. It was nice to be able to use a gym one mile away for free. Had everything you needed.
****Only issue was our friends who stayed in the guest room only had luke warm water in shower. The Master bathroom shower was hot but not guest room bath. That is something we complained about but supposedly nothing could be done about it. So if I paid half for the condo, I’d want to know that going into it.
Otherwise it was a nice stay and very responsible manager & owner.
My first time staying in this property. Nothing negative can be said about it - just exclamation marks! Thank you Judy for such a wonderful experience!
Incredible place with resort feel but without the noisy bustle. The place was clean and well stocked. We loved the lanai with the beautiful sunrises, 3 temperature pools and direct access to the beach. Our only critique would be that there was no hot water to the master shower but it didn't take away from us recommending this place.
We loved Dan and Judy's place, it was so clean and had anything and everything we needed. Beds were super comfortable! The Lanai was spacious and so nice.The location was perfect, close to Grocery Stores and great places to eat. So convenient to San Jose, where we enjoyed the Art Walk and Restaurants there as well. Both Judy and the property Managers were so nice to work with. Just great people !! I highly recommend !!
Cant wait to stay here again !! Thank you Judy and Dan :)
My wife and I spent 8 days here, and it was really nice to be at a low key property ( no time share pressure) the week was very relaxing with some golf and Thursday night art walk. We had meals at the palapa as well as Mama Mia’s next store just steps on the beach away! It was wonderful sitting on the balcony watching sunrise and drinking Mexican coffee!! A 5star get away, hoping to return again soon….. thank you Dan and Judy! Oh yeah we saw whales from the balcony too !!
Mark C.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
25 Mar 2018
Another perfect stay!
This was our second visit to Dan and Judy’s condo and we loved it just as much if not more than our first. El Zalate is a great property- beautifully maintained pool and grounds and views that take your breath away. The condo itself is such a pleasure to stay in. It is obvious there is pride of ownership here. It is one of the nicest and best equipped VRBO properies we have ever stayed in. Everything you need is here. Our favourite spot is the huge deck.We spent many happy early mornings drinking our coffee watching the sunrise and loved our candlelit dinners at the outdoor dining table.
Thanks so much,Dan and Judy,you really do have a little piece of paradise here. We’ll be back- Bruce and Paula
Verified traveller
Stayed 21 nights in Mar 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Diane M.
18 Jan 2018
Home with a View
My husband, college student son and I just returned from a week at this beautiful property. Other reviews have referred to the comfort of this well maintained condo, but I will add that it is clearly a well loved home, with all the conveniences you might want provided with high end style. The complex is within walking distance of a few good restaurants, but we found it helpful to have a car. There is a fair amount of construction all over Cabos and the property was a tranquil oasis; Always quiet, on a near empty broad beach. (We did not try to swim there, though a handful of people did.) Dan and Judy were always available and helpful hosts. I highly recommend this property for anyone looking for relaxation.