La Playita
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Kelly O
South Lake Tahoe, CA5 contributions
Dec 2021 • Couples
The beach is now clean and beautiful. You can rent one of the few day palapas for $45 per person. That comes with a food/credit credit. We ordered 2 margaritas. $26!! Very expensive for Cabo. No chips and salsa. Come for the beach and bring your own drinks.
Written 29 December 2021
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SoCar_Consultant
Lugoff, SC21 contributions
Aug 2014 • Family
If you like a quiet "locals beach"... this is where you should go. Very clean beach, in fact while I was there, several food vendors came by to get orders for beach-prepared taquitos or even pizza from a local shop (delivered by motorcycle)...
Written 12 August 2014
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soul329
Tijuana, Mexico33 contributions
This is a charming town that boasts a world class marina on one side and a sleepy small Mexican village on the other. Amidst the two you can find one of the few safe swimming beaches in San Jose del Cabo. There are great waves for body surfers and surfers alike, as well as a waveless swimming beach for toddlers next to the playground. It is only a short drive from San Jose del Cabo and has a lovely bridge that provides those coming and going with spectacular views of the city. A definite must see, bring a rental car and plenty of water with you.
Written 22 August 2010
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chandley
Camino26 contributions
Mar 2016 • Friends
My friends and I go fishing out of the Marina four or five times a year. Been fishing from there long before the marina was built. The marina was only a couple of years finished when badly damaged by the last major hurricane. It is 90% back to normal. I usually fish with Modesto or his son's Denny or Adrian. Carlos or Pollo are also good choices. There are a lot of other boats. They all know what they are doing and we usually have fun productive fishing day. Days range from spectacular to poor but that is fishing. Boats range from 23 ft. pangas to cruisers. Best if you make reservations but you usually can find a boat anytime especially during April through November. Go to marina a day or two before your fishing day or go trough your hotel. Fish cleaning is available at marina for tips and your boat captain can give you guidance as to how much. Most speak some English but there are folks that are bi-lingual. Bring lunch and water or other drinks.
Not real thrilled with hotel ganzo. it takes away from the beauty of the area.
Not real thrilled with hotel ganzo. it takes away from the beauty of the area.
Written 30 March 2016
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Jon T
Granite Bay, CA4 contributions
Oct 2013 • Couples
This is a great little town just outside of San Jose del Cabo. Not fancy or elegant; typical old Mexico. The Marina is relatively new and the fishing is great from there as the boats can get to the "Gorda Banks" in just a few minutes. Dont line up fishing trips in advance or through the hotel or travel agent; go the the marina and negotiate directly with the captain of the boats. You eliminate the middel man and they are less expensive. Additionally, you can see the boat, ammenities, and how well you communicate with "El Capitan". Personally I like the smaller "Super Pangas" for just 2 people. Make sure they have a fighting chair, outriggers, ice box, rod belts, live bait wells and sun shade canopies. You can also negotiate into the price the bait and beer.
There are a few small restaurants close to the marina which we had a wonderful lunche of traditional mexican food. Everything fresh and from scratch; even the tortillas and salsas. Did not go to the beach or stay in the local hotel.
There are a few small restaurants close to the marina which we had a wonderful lunche of traditional mexican food. Everything fresh and from scratch; even the tortillas and salsas. Did not go to the beach or stay in the local hotel.
Written 2 November 2013
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Wahoo_549
SanFrancisco,Ca8 contributions
This place has change in the last few years.
Once hidden, only known to die hard fisherman.
There is a major yacht harbor and marina. Don't forget some of the best fishing in Los Cabos.
I still miss the beach launching of the pangas.
Once hidden, only known to die hard fisherman.
There is a major yacht harbor and marina. Don't forget some of the best fishing in Los Cabos.
I still miss the beach launching of the pangas.
Written 4 January 2009
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screem
edmonton alberta28 contributions
Apr 2015 • Couples
we had dinner here recommended by someone that has been coming to this area for twelve years. Probably one of the best meals we have had! I had the fish of the day seasoned with crushed chillies and pumpkin seeds my husband had the lamb stew the presentation was out of this world. It was like eating a beautiful piece of art work. The outdoor patio is quaint and peaceful
Written 15 April 2015
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Janet D
San Jose del Cabo, Mexico22 contributions
Jan 2015 • Friends
This is my favorite beach in San Jose! I spend most of the year here and am a total beach lover. I can walk this beautiful beach for a long distance- it is very safe both for swimming and for being on my own. The color of the water and clarity are stunning!
Written 15 January 2015
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MARIA P
Huntington Beach, CA115 contributions
Jan 2015 • Couples
Excellent fishing. Don't get ripped of in Cabo san Lucas..la playita has much better pricing and better fisherman to take you to the good spots..caught lots of fish
Written 10 January 2015
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MarGonz77
Riverside, CA3 contributions
Aug 2014 • Couples
Hola fellow vacationers... if you drove to Cabo or are renting a car... and want to actually get into the water safely... head over to La Playita, it's at the end of the Hoteleria next to El Ganzo Hotel you'll see the wave breaker rocks (which make it safe to swim in). It has plenty of parking, get there early and before 2pm because its not a secret and the locals flock to it and after 2pm the kids are out of school.
Only dislike... its not a really big area... so get there early!!! LoL
Only dislike... its not a really big area... so get there early!!! LoL
Written 26 August 2014
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A Tripadvisor member
Canada
Do any of the boats at this marina offer whale watching tours?
Written 26 January 2020
HI. We are staying near the Barcelo. Do you know how to get to La Playita beach? Do you have to take a bus or can you walk the beach? How far is it? Any suggestions would help. Thanks
Written 19 October 2019
I too, would like to know if its possible to walk along the beach from the Holiday Inn Resort at the end of the Hotel Zone all the way to La Playita beach ? it appears on the map that one could walk there...and would be about a 1.5 mile walk along the beach thank you, Mike
Written 27 December 2017
Yes you can...you can walk by the beach...and you can walk by the dolphin pools, always interesting to watch...and just past that is the Container Restuarant for food and drinks...over looks the marina
Written 27 December 2017
A Tripadvisor member
Canada
Can you walk from the Holiday Inn Resort at the end of the Zona Hotelera along the estuary beach and reach this marina/beach? How long a walk? Any obstructions? Thanks!
Written 15 July 2017
HI. We are staying near the Barcelo. Do you know if it is one bus or 2 to get to Playita beach? We have heard both one and two.
One bus to the bridge and then another bus to Playita?
appreciate your help.
Ruth
Written 1 March 2017
dónde puedo contactar a un pescador para hacer un paseo de pesca saliendo de la playita
muchas gracias
Written 23 January 2017
Phil W
Lincoln, Nebraska
HI, we have stayed in San Jose Del Cabo several times. Is LaPlayita Resort managed by Mark Thomas or was it in the past. Mark and his Wife are friends we have lost contact with and would like to renew this contact.
Thanks for any help you can be.
Written 14 April 2015
Is it safe at night. Where is grocery and shopping.can you drive safely to location?
Written 27 August 2017
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