El Arenal Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Medano Beach
A favorite among Cabo’s young revelers, this scenic beach stands out with its fun bars, watersports rentals and party atmosphere.
Cabo San Lucas Bay
Glass-bottom boats take vacationers around the picturesque coastline of this gorgeous bay, where you can participate in diving and whale watching.
The Arch
Sitting at the point where the Sea of Cortez meets the Pacific Ocean, this beautiful natural rock formation is one of Los Cabos’ most iconic images.
Chileno Beach
Traverse the raised walkway along the back of the beach, snorkel alongside the coral reef and investigate the boats and rock formations.
Santa Maria Beach
Check out the pools in the modern resort and delight in the utter serenity of this stunning bay and its marine sanctuary.
Marina Del Rey
Enjoy world-class golf courses, luxury yachting and great fishing in this harbour in the Sea of Cortez.
Activities
Arch Tour with Amazing Captain in Cabo San Lucas
Instagrammable Glass-bottom boat trip in Los Cabos Bay
Glass Bottom Boat Sightseeing Tour in Cabo San Lucas
Glass-bottom boat tour to the Arch + beach time
Cabo’s Best ATV Tour – Desert, Beach Ride & Tequila Tasting
Our pick of the best El Arenal Hotel Deals
Hotel Riu Santa Fe - All Inclusive
There is only one building (there are 9 in total) that had an elevator which is a disadvantage if your room is on the upper floors.
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
Hotel Riu Palace Baja California - Adults Only - All Inclusive
Did not get the view requested. Did not enjoy being approached constantly by vendors on the beach and even in the pool trying to enjoy the view of the ocean
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Hotel Riu Palace Cabo San Lucas - All Inclusive
Room needs improvement, furniture are old and room was smelly. No sport bar or big Tv.
Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025
Krystal Grand Los Cabos - All inclusive
Overall it was a great resort. Staff was excellent, the food in the specialty restaurants was superb. The bars closed early.
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
Hyatt Ziva Los Cabos- All Inclusive
Room smells bit mildewy and house survive was spotty.
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Marquis Los Cabos, An All Inclusive, Adults Only & No Timeshare Resort
My first ever all inclusive experience at the Marquis was nothing short of amazing! Check-in was seamless, the room was spacious, sufficiently air conditioned on arrival. Came with a balcony overlooking the ocean, a jet bath, stocked fridge, and plenty of bottled water. The infinity pools were only ...
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around El Arenal
Ejidal Chamizal
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Ejidal Chamizal and surrounding area, you can visit Plaza Bonita Mall and Puerto Paraiso Mall.
Ampliación Juárez
Though Ampliación Juárez may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Medano Beach and Marina Del Rey.
Juárez
While Juárez isn't home to many top sights, Medano Beach and Marina Del Rey are some notable places to visit nearby.
Mariano Matamoros
While Mariano Matamoros isn't home to many top sights, Plaza Bonita Mall and Marina Del Rey are some notable places to visit nearby.
Downtown Cabo San Lucas
The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Downtown Cabo San Lucas. A stop by Casa de la Cultura or Zen-Mar Mask Gallery might round out your trip.
Colonia El Progreso
Though Colonia El Progreso may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Cabo San Lucas Country Club and Marina Del Rey.
