The Cape, A Thompson Hotel, Cabo San Lucas, Mexico

First light breaks over El Arco, and the Pacific throws glitter at the shore. 

On Monuments Beach—famous for its peel of a left break—The Cape stages 161 rooms & suites in sculptural mid-century lines, every one angled to the sea and Cabo’s rock-icon skyline. 

Think salt on your skin, linen that sighs cool, and a soundtrack that slides from lazy pool beats to rooftop vinyl at dusk.

What Makes It Special

• Every room faces El Arco—private terraces with hanging daybeds and uninterrupted sea views.
• Two statement pools, including a saltwater pool carved into volcanic rock beside the surf.
• Rooftop scene—sunset DJ sets, small-batch mezcal, and telescopes for stargazing.
• Spa with a Baja soul—agave, desert sage, and stone-warm treatments.
• Dining worth dressing for—wood-fired seafood, raw bar brightness, and a chef’s counter buzz.

A Day at The Cape

Morning

Swell murmurs below your terrace; pelicans skim the chop. Espresso arrives with pineapple dusted in chile and lime. Watch surfers lace the point, then descend to the rock-hewn saltwater pool where waves exhale into the basin like a tide clock.

Afternoon

Lunch is aguachile that pricks the tongue and tortillas puffed and smoky from the comal. Retreat to your hanging daybed, sea breeze lifting the hem of a page. A deep-tissue massage in a dim, stone-cool room resets everything.

Evening

Rooftop golden hour: El Arco cuts a black silhouette; glasses sweat; a DJ lets vinyl crackle into the wind. Dinner is line-caught fish blistered over wood, avocado crema, and a crisp Valle de Guadalupe white.

Night

The Pacific goes ink-blue. From your tub, you hear the slow snarl of surf on rock; Cabo’s lights twinkle beyond the headland.

Insider Tips for The Cape, A Thompson Hotel

• Pillows/sheets can be hit-or-miss—ask housekeeping for swaps if they’re not to your liking.
• Cabanas are worth it for groups/shade (common day minimum spend is ~USD 500; confirm your date’s policy).
• There’s also a quieter saltwater pool—seek it out if you want a chill zone.
• Not swimmable in front of the hotel (strong shore break/rips). Great surfer-watching at Monument. 
• If you want a swim beach, plan a short ride to Medano or other swimmable spots.
• Expect ~31% on top once VAT and service are added; some checks include a mandatory 15% service—confirm before tipping extra.
• Book treatments early; use hydro amenities (cold plunge/steam/sauna) before/after.

Why We Love It (Curated Highlights)

At Hotelagio we hand-pick only stays that feel truly one-of-a-kind. This property made our list because of these rare details:

• Saltwater rock pool that rises and falls with the tide—pure Baja theater.
• Hanging terrace daybeds in nearly every room for sea-level lounging.
• Rooftop ritual—sunset, mezcal, live decks, and telescopes for constellations.
• Sea-bright cuisine—raw bar sparkle and wood-smoke depth in every course.

For Whom

For couples: soaking tubs with ocean views, moody lighting, and rooftop nights.
For design lovers: mid-century lines, volcanic stone, warm wood, and glass.
For surfers & ocean addicts: Monuments Beach is out front; boards and lessons are on hand.
For friends’ escapes: cabanas, rooftop beats, and suites built for gathering.

Quick Facts (Luxury Snapshot)

Location: Cabo San Lucas, Baja California Sur, Mexico—~35–45 min from SJD
Rooms: 161 rooms & suites, most with ocean-facing terraces and outdoor daybeds
Rates: From USD 499—strong value for guaranteed El Arco views and rooftop culture