Pool day passes in Los Cabos

Los Cabos splits into two distinct areas for pool day passes: Cabo San Lucas with its lively Medano Beach hotels, and the quieter San José del Cabo corridor to the north. Six hotels currently offer non-guest pool access, from walk-in beach clubs to all-inclusive resorts that require a call to confirm pricing.

Prices run from MXN 800 (about $40) at Corazón Cabo to $250 for a private beach cabana at Casa Dorada. Most passes come with food and beverage credits that offset a substantial share of the cost. Three hotels (Hilton Los Cabos, Marquis, and Hyatt Ziva) don't publish day pass rates publicly.

Medano Beach is the only reliably swimmable stretch near the Cabo San Lucas hotel zone, making Corazón Cabo and Casa Dorada the top picks for a combined beach and pool day. Hotel El Ganzo is the standout boutique option, with a rooftop pool overlooking the marina in San José del Cabo; walk-in only, and it fills fast on weekends.

• Corazón Cabo Resort & Spa (MXN 800 / about $40). Best value; F&B credit covers the full pass cost.
• Hotel El Ganzo ($50–$80 USD). Rooftop pool with marina views; adults-only boutique feel.
• Casa Dorada Los Cabos Resort & Spa ($110–$250 USD). Beachfront Medano Beach; multiple pass tiers.
• Hilton Los Cabos Beach & Golf Resort (price on request). Four infinity pools on one of the Corridor's best beaches.
• Marquis Los Cabos (price on request). Adults-only all-inclusive with unlimited dining.
• Hyatt Ziva Los Cabos (price on request). Family all-inclusive with six pools and swim-up bars.

How much does a pool day pass in Los Cabos cost?

Day passes range from MXN 800 (about $40) to $250, with most published prices falling in the $80–$140 range. Food and beverage credits offset a significant portion of the cost at every property with transparent pricing.

Hotel	Price	Best for
Corazón Cabo	MXN 800 / about $40	Best value; credit covers full pass cost
Hotel El Ganzo (beach club)	$50 USD	Boutique beach with boat transfer
Hotel El Ganzo (rooftop)	$80 USD	Adults-only marina views
Casa Dorada: Beach DayPass	$110 USD	Medano Beach access
Casa Dorada: Resort DayPass	$140 USD	Full pool and beach access
Casa Dorada: Cabana Beach Club	$250 USD (2 pax)	Private beachfront cabana
Hilton Los Cabos	Call for rates	Infinity pools; Corridor beachfront
Marquis Los Cabos	Call for rates	Adults-only all-inclusive
Hyatt Ziva Los Cabos	Call for rates	Family all-inclusive

Hilton Los Cabos, Marquis, and Hyatt Ziva don't publish day pass pricing. Call ahead to confirm current rates and what's included. Prices across all properties typically rise during spring break (March–April) and the Christmas/New Year period.

What's included in a Los Cabos pool day pass?

Most passes cover pool or beach access, sunbeds, towels, and a food and beverage credit. At Corazón Cabo, the credit exactly matches the pass cost, making it genuinely all-inclusive with no extra spend required.

Casa Dorada's credits ($85–$116) cover a solid meal and drinks but may not stretch to a full day of heavy eating and drinking. Hotel El Ganzo's credits ($40–$70) are tighter against resort prices. For true unlimited food and drink, Marquis and Hyatt Ziva are the options to call; pricing must be confirmed directly.

Where to stay in Los Cabos

Cabo San Lucas is the lively end: the marina, Medano Beach (the only swimmable beach near town), and most of the bars and restaurants are here. Corazón Cabo and Casa Dorada are both on Medano Beach, making them walkable from downtown hotels. Nobu Hotel Los Cabos is a design-forward option right on the marina.

San José del Cabo is quieter, more colonial in feel, and where Hotel El Ganzo sits with its rooftop marina pool. The Corridor between the two towns is where the large resort hotels are concentrated, including the Hilton Los Cabos; it has beautiful beaches but no town to walk to. One&Only Palmilla in the Corridor is one of Mexico's finest resort properties for those who want complete seclusion.

Corazón Cabo Resort & Spa

Corazón Cabo's beach club sits directly on Medano Beach, the main swimmable stretch in Cabo San Lucas, with a pool, full-service bar, and a resident DJ running from open to close. Its Day Pass (MXN 800 / about $40) comes with a matching MXN 800 food and beverage credit that covers the full pass cost at their bar and Pool Grill, making this effectively all-inclusive. Children aged 6–12 pay MXN 400 with the same proportional credit; under-6s enter free. There's also a 20% dinner discount at Aleta Restaurant if you stay into the evening. This is the best-value all-inclusive day pass in Cabo.

Book direct: corazoncabo.com or call 624.980.0604.

Hotel El Ganzo

Hotel El Ganzo's rooftop pool sits atop a boutique art hotel in San José del Cabo, with unobstructed views across the marina and Sea of Cortez. The Rooftop Pool Day Pass ($80 / $70 F&B credit) is adults-only (18+). The El Ganzo de Playa Beach Club ($50 / $40 F&B credit) is a separate option reached by boat transfer, with sunbeds, umbrellas, and outdoor showers on a quieter beach. Both locations are walk-in only with no advance reservations; call two hours before arriving to check availability. Capacity fills quickly on weekends.

Book direct: elganzo.com or call 624 104 9000.

Casa Dorada Los Cabos Resort & Spa

Casa Dorada anchors the eastern end of Medano Beach with landscaped pools and a beachfront setup that makes it one of the most complete day-pass options in Cabo San Lucas. The Beach DayPass ($110 / $85 F&B credit) gives access to the Maydan Beach Club. The Resort DayPass ($140 / $116 F&B credit) adds full pool access. For a private setup, the Cabana Beach Club ($250 / $200 F&B credit for two people) books a dedicated beachfront cabana, though pool access is not included. Bookings are made online at extras.casadorada.com; hours are 9am–6pm.

Book direct: casadorada.com or call 1-866-448-0151 (US) or 800-823-4282 (Mexico).

Hilton Los Cabos Beach & Golf Resort

The Hilton sits on one of the few genuinely swimmable beach stretches along the Corridor, with four infinity pools stacked across a hillside overlooking the Sea of Cortez. Day passes for non-guests are available and include F&B credit. Pricing isn't listed on their website, so call to confirm current rates before making the trip. It's a large resort with the infrastructure to handle day visitors comfortably, and the beach access here is a step above most Corridor properties.

Book direct: +52 624-145-6500. [NEEDS DIRECT URL]

Marquis Los Cabos

Marquis Los Cabos is an adults-only all-inclusive property on the Corridor, with an infinity pool facing the Sea of Cortez and white-sand beach access. Day passes are available by arrangement and include unlimited dining across the resort's restaurants. Call the concierge to confirm current pricing and what's included, as rates aren't published online. Best suited to couples who want a quieter, adults-only setting without the large family resort energy that dominates most Cabo properties.

Book direct: +1 (877) 238-9399 or email concierge@marquisloscabos.com. [NEEDS DIRECT URL]

Hyatt Ziva Los Cabos

Hyatt Ziva Los Cabos is a full all-inclusive family resort near San José del Cabo, with six pools, swim-up bars, and direct ocean access. Day passes for non-guests are available through the concierge team. Pricing isn't published on their website, so call ahead to confirm rates and what's included. Families get the most value here, with multiple dining venues and supervised kids' activities typically bundled in.

Book direct: 833-284-9288. [NEEDS DIRECT URL]

How to book a pool day pass in Los Cabos

Three of the six hotels have clear direct booking channels. Corazón Cabo takes online reservations via their website. Casa Dorada books through extras.casadorada.com.

Hotel El Ganzo is walk-up only at both its rooftop and beach club locations. Call 624 104 9000 around two hours before arriving to check capacity.

For Hilton Los Cabos, Marquis, and Hyatt Ziva, call the concierge directly since no day pass pricing is listed publicly. Book 24–48 hours in advance during high season (December–April); El Ganzo fills fast on weekend afternoons.

Frequently asked questions

Can you get a day pass at an all-inclusive resort in Los Cabos?

Yes. Marquis Los Cabos and Hyatt Ziva Los Cabos are both full all-inclusive resorts that accept non-guest day visitors by arrangement. Call each hotel to confirm current pricing and what's included. Corazón Cabo's Day Pass is the most accessible all-inclusive option at MXN 800 (about $40), where the included credit covers the full pass cost in food and drinks.

Is Medano Beach better for a pool day pass than the Corridor?

For most visitors, yes. Medano Beach is the only reliably swimmable stretch near the Cabo San Lucas hotel zone, and the beach club atmosphere at Corazón Cabo and Casa Dorada is livelier. Corridor properties like Hilton Los Cabos and Marquis have better ocean views and quieter settings, but the water can be rougher for swimming.

When should you book a Los Cabos pool day pass in advance?

Book 24–48 hours ahead during high season (December–April) and spring break (March–April). Hotel El Ganzo doesn't take advance reservations, so call two hours before you plan to arrive and go early on weekends. Corazón Cabo and Casa Dorada both allow online pre-booking and are worth reserving a day or two out during busy periods.

More pool day passes near Los Cabos

For more poolside options along Mexico's coasts, Cancun has eight hotels with day passes from $50 to $123, all with published prices and online booking. If you're open to the wider Caribbean, Jamaica offers seven resorts with beach and pool day passes from $80, including several all-inclusive properties. Aruba is worth considering if you want a year-round beach climate with hotel pool access starting from around $24.