Carretera Transpeninsular Km. 17, Cabo San Lucas, BCS, 23405, Mexico
resort comparison guide

Grand Velas Los Cabos vs Montage Los Cabos

Choosing between Grand Velas Los Cabos and Montage Los Cabos? This in-depth comparison breaks down location, vibe, rooms, food, nightlife, price & more so you can decide which resort is the best fit for your getaway.

Grand Velas Los Cabos resort
Grand Velas Los Cabos
All-Inclusive • Los Cabos Corridor • All-Ages Luxury

Best for families and couples who want a polished luxury all-inclusive in the Los Cabos Corridor with ocean-view suites, strong dining, and tiered pools.

Montage Los Cabos resort
Montage Los Cabos
Santa Maria Bay • Swimmable Beach • Refined Luxury

Better for travelers who want a quieter luxury resort experience on Santa Maria Bay with a swimmable beach and a more residential, à la carte feel.

Quick Verdict: Grand Velas Los Cabos vs Montage Los Cabos

If you want a true luxury all-inclusive where dining, drinks, 24-hour suite service, and family amenities are built into the stay, Grand Velas Los Cabos is the easier choice.

If your priority is a serene beach setting, refined service, and the ability to swim directly from the resort’s bay, Montage Los Cabos has the edge.

Bottom line: choose Grand Velas Los Cabos for all-inclusive ease and family-friendly polish; choose Montage Los Cabos for a quieter, ultra-luxury beach resort centered on Santa Maria Bay.

Grand Velas Los Cabos vs Montage Los Cabos – At a Glance

Category Grand Velas Los Cabos Montage Los Cabos
Overall Vibe High-end all-ages luxury all-inclusive with ocean-view suites, gourmet dining, family amenities, and a polished resort feel. Refined luxury resort with a calmer, more residential atmosphere and a strong sense of place on Santa Maria Bay.
Location Set on the Los Cabos Corridor at Carretera Transpeninsular Km. 17, between the Cabo San Lucas and San José del Cabo sides of the destination. Set on Santa Maria Bay, a protected-feeling beach setting known as one of the key draws of the resort experience.
Rooms & Suites All-suite resort where every suite has an ocean view, with 24-hour suite service and a mini-bar restocked daily included. Elegant rooms, suites, and residences with a more private, residential luxury style—especially appealing for longer stays and high-end beach escapes.
Dining Seven on-site restaurants in an all-inclusive format, including gourmet Mexican, Asian fusion, Italian-Mediterranean, seafood, steak, and tasting-menu dining. Upscale à la carte dining in a quieter resort setting, better for travelers who prefer flexibility over an all-inclusive structure.
Pools & Beach Three tiered infinity pools, including one adults-only pool, plus upper-tier all-ages pools and a separate kids’ pool/splash area; beach swimming directly in front is not permitted. Strong beach advantage thanks to its Santa Maria Bay setting, making it the better choice if swimming from the resort beach is a priority.
Kids & Family All ages are welcome, with a Kids’ Club for ages 4–12, a kids’ pool/splash area, connecting suites, and babysitting available for an additional charge. Family-friendly for luxury travelers, but the overall feel is quieter and more understated than a classic all-inclusive family resort.
Price & Value Best value for travelers who will use the all-inclusive dining, drinks, suite service, pools, kids’ amenities, and resort programming. Best value for travelers who care most about a swimmable bay, serene atmosphere, and a more flexible luxury resort format.

Rooms & Suites: All-Inclusive Ocean Views vs Residential Luxury

Grand Velas Los Cabos – Room Style

Rooms at Grand Velas Los Cabos are suite-style and built around ocean views, which gives the resort a consistently elevated feel even before you factor in the all-inclusive benefits.

  • All 307 suites have ocean views
  • 24-hour suite service and a daily restocked mini-bar are included
  • Connecting suites are available for families and groups

Grand Velas is the better pick if you want a luxury suite experience where the core vacation costs are bundled into the stay.

Montage Los Cabos – Room Style

Montage Los Cabos leans into a quieter residential style, with refined accommodations that suit couples, families, and longer-stay travelers who want space and privacy.

  • Elegant rooms, suites, and residences with a high-end coastal feel
  • Strong fit for travelers who prefer privacy and a less all-inclusive atmosphere
  • Best for guests who want a luxury resort stay that feels calm, spacious, and residential

If you want a more private, residence-style luxury stay on Santa Maria Bay, Montage Los Cabos is the stronger fit.

Dining & Drinks: Included Gourmet Variety vs À La Carte Flexibility

Grand Velas Los Cabos – Restaurants & Bars

Dining is one of the biggest reasons to choose Grand Velas Los Cabos, especially if you want a luxury all-inclusive where multiple restaurants and bars are part of the experience.

Expect:

  • Seven on-site restaurants, including Frida, Sen Lin, Lucca, Velas 10, Azul, Cabrilla, and Cocina de Autor
  • All-ages dining across the resort, with Cocina de Autor reserved for guests over 18
  • Gourmet restaurants with reservation and dress-code requirements, plus casual daytime options

Montage Los Cabos – Restaurants & Bars

Montage Los Cabos is better suited to travelers who prefer an à la carte luxury dining rhythm rather than an all-inclusive plan.

  • More flexible pay-as-you-go dining structure
  • Quieter, upscale restaurant atmosphere tied to the resort’s bayfront setting
  • Ideal if you want refined dining without committing to an all-inclusive format

If all-inclusive gourmet variety matters most, Grand Velas has the advantage; if flexibility and a quieter dining pace matter more, Montage is a better match.

Pools & Beach: Tiered Infinity Pools vs Swimmable Santa Maria Bay

Grand Velas Los Cabos – Pool & Beach Scene

Grand Velas Los Cabos puts the focus on its pool scene, with tiered infinity pools facing the Sea of Cortez and a separate kids’ splash area near the Kids’ Club.

  • Three tiered infinity pools, including one adults-only pool for guests 16 and older
  • Two upper-tier pools for all ages, plus a kids’ pool/splash area
  • Swimming directly in front of the resort is not permitted due to ocean conditions

Montage Los Cabos – Pool & Beach Scene

Montage Los Cabos has the beach advantage for travelers who want direct access to Santa Maria Bay and a calmer swimming-oriented setting.

  • Santa Maria Bay location is the defining feature of the resort
  • Better fit for travelers who prioritize a swimmable resort beach
  • More serene beach atmosphere compared with a pool-forward all-inclusive experience

If you want a swimmable beach at the center of the trip, choose Montage; if you want a strong pool scene with all-inclusive service, choose Grand Velas.

Kids & Family: Built-In Family Amenities vs Quiet Luxury Flexibility

Grand Velas Los Cabos – Family Programming

Grand Velas Los Cabos is an all-ages resort with family amenities woven into the stay, making it especially convenient for parents who want luxury without giving up kid-friendly support.

  • Kids’ Club for children ages 4–12
  • Separate kids’ pool/splash area near the Kids’ Club
  • Certified babysitting is available on site for an additional charge with advance reservation

Montage Los Cabos – Family Programming

Montage Los Cabos can work well for families, especially those who want a quieter luxury setting and beach time rather than a highly programmed all-inclusive schedule.

  • Better for families who value a calm resort atmosphere
  • Strong fit for multigenerational trips that prefer residential-style space
  • Best for families who want luxury flexibility instead of an all-inclusive structure

If your family wants kids’ amenities and included dining built into the stay, Grand Velas is the easier choice; if you want a quieter beach-resort rhythm, Montage is compelling.

Price & Value: Which Los Cabos Luxury Resort Feels More Worth It?

Grand Velas Los Cabos – Value Snapshot

Grand Velas Los Cabos offers the strongest value when you want a luxury vacation with dining, drinks, suite service, Wi-Fi, pools, and family conveniences bundled into one all-inclusive stay.

  • Best for travelers who will use the all-inclusive restaurants and bars
  • Great for families who want Kids’ Club access, connecting-suite options, and easy meals
  • Strong value if you prefer knowing more of the vacation is included upfront

Montage Los Cabos – Value Snapshot

Montage Los Cabos is the better value if the beach setting itself is the priority and you prefer a refined à la carte resort over an all-inclusive experience.

  • Best for travelers who want Santa Maria Bay as the centerpiece of the trip
  • Stronger for couples and families who prefer a quieter, more residential resort feel
  • Worth it if you prioritize swimmable beach access and flexible luxury over bundled inclusions

Who Wins? Best Los Cabos Luxury Resort by Travel Style

Best for Luxury All-Inclusive Ease
Grand Velas Los Cabos resort

Grand Velas Los Cabos

Choose Grand Velas if you want a luxury all-inclusive with ocean-view suites, gourmet dining, family amenities, and a strong pool scene.

Best for Swimmable Beach Stays
Montage Los Cabos resort

Montage Los Cabos

Montage Los Cabos is the better pick for travelers who want a quieter luxury resort on Santa Maria Bay with a swimmable beach at the heart of the stay.

Best for Families Who Want Built-In Amenities
Grand Velas Los Cabos resort

Grand Velas Los Cabos

For families who want included dining, kids’ amenities, connecting-suite options, and polished service in one package, Grand Velas Los Cabos is the more convenient choice.

Best for Quiet Residential-Style Luxury
Montage Los Cabos resort

Montage Los Cabos

If you want a serene beach resort with residential-style luxury and a less structured dining model, Montage Los Cabos is the stronger fit.

BOOK YOUR STAY NOW

Questions? Contact Us!

Grand Velas Los Cabos

BOOK YOUR STAY NOW

Questions? Contact Us!

Close