Grand Velas Los Cabos Map (Most Up-To-Date)
Grand Velas Los Cabos is a vertically stacked, U shaped oceanfront resort where every suite faces the Sea of Cortez. Guests choose mainly between the family focused Ambassador wing near main infinity pools and Kids Club, the quieter Grand Class wing by the adults only Serenity Pool, and nearby SE Spa and convention center zones, with beach access for views and walks rather than open ocean swimming.
| Area / Zone | Best For | Key Tip | Watch Out |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elevated Lobby Level | First impressions, evening drinks, fine dining access | Use this level as your main orientation hub for restaurants and bars | Elevators are essential for beach and pool access due to steep vertical drop |
| Ambassador Wing Levels | Families and groups wanting quick kid friendly access | Choose Ambassador side for shortest walk to Kids Club, splash areas, and family pools | Daytime activity and pool noise can be noticeable from lower terraces |
| Grand Class Wing Levels | Couples and quiet seeking guests | Pick Grand Class facing the Serenity Pool for calmer soundscape and adult vibe | Slightly longer walk to Kids Club and main family pool activity zone |
| Pool Deck and Recreational Basin | All day lounging, family time, casual dining | Center your days here between Azul, Cabrilla, Velas 10 and triple infinity pools | Strong sun exposure and no direct ocean swimming at the black flagged beach |
| SE Spa Complex | Wellness focused stays and hydrotherapy | Budget time for the full seven step Water Ceremony before any treatment | Circuit is time intensive, so schedule around dinner or event commitments |
| Convention Center Wing | Meetings, weddings, and large group events | Use ballroom names and Terraza del Mar labels as anchors when scanning floorplans | Event traffic can change lobby flow at peak conference or wedding times |
| Beachfront and Miramar / Terraza del Mar | Ceremonies, sunset views, evening cocktails | Mark these terraces if planning photos, private events, or fire pit evenings | Access is mostly via stairs and paths from pool deck, not ideal for long runs |
2025 Grand Velas Los Cabos Map + Printable PDF
The core layout remains a compact, terraced U shaped building dropping from an elevated lobby to the pool deck and beach. Suites stack along both wings so every category keeps direct ocean views. Activity still concentrates around the triple infinity pools and lower level casual restaurants, while SE Spa and the convention center occupy dedicated zones. Regional logistics continue to hinge on the Transpeninsular Corridor drive between SJD, San JosƩ del Cabo, and Cabo San Lucas.
2025 Grand Velas Los Cabos Map Guide
Use the map by thinking in vertical levels and three main axes: upper lobby and fine dining, mid and lower residential wings, and the ground level pool and beach basin. Movement mostly runs by elevators and sloped paths rather than sprawling garden walkways, which matters for strollers and mobility devices. Families should anchor around Ambassador and Kids Club zones, while couples track Grand Class, Serenity Pool, SE Spa, and event terraces.
How is Grand Velas Los Cabos laid out, with its main buildings, pools, and beach-facing zones?
Grand Velas Los Cabos forms a terraced U facing the sea, with lobby at the top, suites on both wings, and pools, beach, and dining below.
The main structure forms a single sweeping arc that opens toward the Sea of Cortez, so every suite directly faces the ocean. The open air lobby sits at the highest level and acts as the visual hub, with Koi Bar and top tier restaurants clustered near this arrival point. From the lobby, elevators and interior corridors run down each wing, stacking Ambassador and Grand Class suites in tiers that step toward the pool deck.
At ground level, the central recreational basin concentrates the three tier infinity pool complex, casual restaurants like Azul, Cabrilla, and Velas 10, and pathways to the black flagged beach. SE Spa and the large convention center occupy dedicated adjacent zones, while outdoor venues such as Terraza del Mar and Miramar line the oceanfront.
How far is Grand Velas Los Cabos from downtown Cabo San Lucas and nearby attractions and golf courses?
Grand Velas sits mid corridor, about 20ā35 minutes from SJD, 15ā20 minutes from Cabo San Lucas, and 15 minutes from San JosĆ© del Cabo.
The resort lies roughly 24 miles, about 39 km, southwest of Los Cabos International Airport, with typical private transfer times of 20 to 35 minutes along the toll road and Transpeninsular Highway. From the property, driving time to Cabo San Lucas downtown and Marina zones is usually 15 to 20 minutes, while San JosĆ© del Caboās historic center is about 15 minutes in the opposite direction.
Key attractions cluster around these hubs. Guests reach the Cabo San Lucas Marina and water taxis for El Arco in about 20 minutes, the San JosƩ Art Walk in a similar window, and off corridor destinations like Flora Farms in roughly 35 to 45 minutes, accounting for the final dirt road segment.
Where are the restaurants and bars located within Grand Velas Los Cabos?
Dining clusters at the lobby and mid levels, while casual options and most bars sit by the infinity pools and oceanfront on the lower deck.
Most venues sit within the main U shaped building, stacked by level from the lobby down to the pool deck.
- Cocina de Autor – on the lobby level near the main entrance and Koi Bar, reached directly from the arrival hall.
- Frida – on a mid level close to the lobby, along the main interior corridor with sea facing views.
- Lucca – also mid level, in the same general restaurant corridor as Frida and Sen Lin.
- Sen Lin – mid level near Lucca and Frida, forming the evening dining cluster above the pools.
- Azul – on the lower level beside the infinity pools, serving as the primary breakfast and lunch hub.
- Cabrilla – poolside on the lower deck, near Azul and the main family pool activity zone.
- Velas 10 – oceanfront on the lower level, beside the pool deck and directly above the rocky shoreline.
- Koi Bar – centered on the elevated lobby level, the main pre dinner and evening cocktail spot.
- Sky Sports Bar – on an upper tier above Azul, accessed from interior stairs or elevators overlooking the pools.
- Miramar Bar – on the rocks at water level below Velas 10, ideal for sunsets and fire pits.
- Mezcal & Tequila Bar – an indoor tasting room within the main building; staff or the onsite map show the exact level.
What is the driving route and travel time from Los Cabos International Airport (SJD) to Grand Velas Los Cabos?
From SJD, it is a 24 mile drive of about 20-35 minutes via the toll road and Transpeninsular Highway to Grand Velas at Kilometer 17.
After leaving the terminal at Los Cabos International Airport, vehicles follow signs toward San JosƩ del Cabo and take the toll road that bypasses town, then merge onto the main Carretera Transpeninsular heading toward Cabo San Lucas along the Tourist Corridor. The resort sits on the ocean side at Kilometer 17, clearly signed from the highway, where the access road drops down toward the sea.
Under typical traffic the drive runs 20-35 minutes by private transfer or shuttle, with shorter times outside peak arrival periods. The final approach delivers a direct ocean reveal as you descend from the highway elevation to the elevated lobby level.
Which room locations at Grand Velas Los Cabos are best for ocean views or for avoiding noise?
All suites face the ocean; for quiet pick higher Grand Class levels over the adults pool, and avoid lower Ambassador floors by main family pools.
Every suite sits on the terraced U facing the Sea of Cortez, so you do not need to hunt for an āocean viewā category. Higher floors on either wing sit above palm height and deliver the widest horizon, especially near the center of the arc where the curve frames more coastline. Solid concrete construction adds strong sound insulation between rooms.
For the calmest stay, favor Grand Class wing levels that overlook the adults only Serenity Pool, which generally carries softer, adult oriented activity. Guests who are very noise sensitive should avoid lower Ambassador levels closest to the main infinity pools and Kids Club, where daytime music and splash play are concentrated.
Is the beach in front of Grand Velas Los Cabos swimmable, and where are the safest nearby swimming spots?
The resortās beach is black flagged and unsafe for swimming; staff instead direct guests to nearby Chileno Beachās protected cove.
The shoreline directly in front of Grand Velas is considered dangerous, with a steep drop off, heavy shore break, and strong undertow, so swimming and even wading are prohibited and monitored by security. For safe ocean time, guests are pointed to Chileno Beach, about a mile away along the corridor.
- Chileno Beach – Protected cove with Blue Flag status, suitable for swimming and snorkeling in calmer conditions.
- Access from resort – Reachable by taxi, private car, or transfers arranged through the concierge or tour providers.
- Planning tip – Treat Chileno as your main open water day, then rely on the tri level infinity pools for daily āocean facingā water time.
How large is Grand Velas Los Cabos, and how does its size compare to other all-inclusive resorts in Cabo?
Grand Velas is a compact, high density vertical resort, with 3ā5 minute walks and less sprawl than many corridor style all inclusives.
| Property / Type | Layout on Map | Footprint Feel | Walking Implications |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Velas Los Cabos | Single U shaped tower stacked toward sea | High density, compact grounds | Most key areas link in 3ā5 minute walks plus elevator rides |
| Typical Cabo all inclusive | Multiple low rise blocks spread along beach | More horizontal, wider campus | Longer, flatter walks between rooms, pools, and lobbies |
| Grand Velas Riviera Maya style resort | Separate jungle ambiances over large site | Strongly sprawling layout | Internal shuttles and long garden paths between zones |
Grand Velas Los Cabos trades acreage for height, concentrating suites, pools, spa, and convention space in one vertical complex that feels easy to navigate.
Where are the pools, jacuzzis, and adults-only pool located at Grand Velas Los Cabos?
Pools sit on the lower oceanfront deck at the base of the U, while spa jacuzzis are inside the SE Spa hydrotherapy complex.
The main water areas cluster at the seafront, directly below the terraced suites.
- Serenity Pool (adults only) – In front of the Grand Class wing, on the lower deck, signed as the quiet 16 plus pool.
- Two main infinity family pools – Central lower terrace, between Azul, Cabrilla, and Velas 10, visually aligned with the ocean.
- Childrenās pool and splash pad – Near the Kids Club on the lower level, set slightly apart from the main infinity edges.
- SE Spa jacuzzis and polar pool – Inside the SE Spaās hydrotherapy circuit, accessed from the spa lobby rather than the main pool deck.
What is the layout of the SE Spa at Grand Velas Los Cabos?
SE Spa is a 35,000 sq ft self-contained wing, with a central hydrotherapy circuit leading from lockers to water journey to treatment rooms.
SE Spa functions as a large indoor wellness zone where the hydrotherapy āWater Journeyā sits at the core of the layout. Guests move in a set sequence through thermal areas that ring or feed into a central sensation pool, then finish on heated loungers where therapists meet them for treatments in nearby cabins. The space is designed so the water circuit naturally funnels guests toward quieter treatment areas.
The seven step circuit itself runs in a logical flow: first a dry sauna, then an ice room for cold contrast, followed by a eucalyptus steam room with chromotherapy lighting and a multisensory shower experience. From there guests alternate between a polar pool and hot Jacuzzi, before entering the main sensation pool with cascades, bubble beds, targeted jets, and geyser. Heated stone lounges sit at the end of this path as the final transition zone.
Where are the kids club, teen club, and other family-focused areas at Grand Velas Los Cabos?
Family spaces cluster on the lower levels near the main infinity pools, with Kids Club beside the splash zone and Teens Club near core common areas.
Most family infrastructure sits around the base of the U where the resort meets the pools and beach.
- Kids Club – On the lower level close to the shallow childrenās pool and splash pad, a short walk from the main family infinity pools.
- Childrenās pool and splash area – Directly adjacent to the Kids Club, within easy visual and walking range for parents on the pool deck.
- Teens Club – In the main building on a lower level, positioned so teens can come and go independently while staying inside the secure resort core.
- Baby Concierge services – Coordinated through concierge and butler teams, delivering cribs, strollers, and baby gear directly to family suites.
What accessible routes, ramps, and elevators does Grand Velas Los Cabos have for guests with mobility needs?
Accessibility relies on wide door suites plus elevators and ramped routes that connect lobby, restaurants, spa, pools, and public areas step free.
The resort uses vertical circulation and graded paths rather than long outdoor stair runs, and all key common areas are designed to be reachable without steps.
- Elevators in main building wings – Link the elevated lobby with residential levels and the lower pool and beach access deck.
- Accessible suites near cores – Four wheelchair friendly suites sit by elevator zones, with 43 inch main doors and 39 inch bathroom entries.
- Step free restaurant access – Lobby and mid level restaurants, Koi Bar, and lower level venues like Azul are reachable via elevators and ramps.
- Pool and deck ramps/rails – Pools are approached on ramped paths with rails, supporting mobility devices right up to deck level seating.
How long does it take to walk between typical suite locations and the beach at Grand Velas Los Cabos?
Expect about a 3-5 minute elevator aided walk from lobby to pools, with suites sitting between so beach walks stay under roughly 10 minutes.
Operational data gives a clear benchmark: Lobby to pool and beach deck takes about 3ā5 minutes, and that route requires using elevators because of the steep drop from highway level to the sea. Suites stack in vertical tiers between the lobby and the pool deck, so most guests start either slightly above or slightly below that reference point.
Exact room to beach timings vary by floor and wing, but the compact U shaped design keeps everyday walks short rather than resort shuttle length.
Where are the different suite categories and buildings located within Grand Velas Los Cabos?
Suites line the U shaped main tower; Ambassador by family pools, Grand Class by adults pool, Wellness on quieter tiers with panoramic views.
All guest rooms sit in the single terraced U shaped main building, with categories grouped by ambiance and proximity to key zones.
- Ambassador Suites – Located in the family oriented wing, closest to Kids Club, splash areas, and the main infinity family pools.
- Ambassador Pool Suites – In the same Ambassador wing stacks, but on terraces that allow private plunge pools facing the sea.
- Grand Class Suites – In the opposite wing, overlooking the adults only Serenity Pool and generally quieter oceanfront.
- Wellness Suites – Duplex units within the main tower, positioned for privacy and open horizons, functioning as in room spa retreats.
- Governor and Presidential Suites – Larger, premium oceanfront terraces within the arc, typically near central sightlines and services.
How are the wedding venues and convention center spaces laid out at Grand Velas Los Cabos?
Events concentrate in a dedicated convention wing near the main tower, with oceanfront terraces and beach zones stepping down toward the sea.
The event footprint is compact but clearly zoned, keeping meetings and weddings near yet separate from leisure areas.
- Convention center wing – A dedicated block connected to the main building, about a 2ā4 minute indoor walk from the lobby.
- Grand Velas Ballroom – Large primary ballroom within the convention wing, divisible into four or many smaller breakout sections.
- Ambassador Ballroom – A second, slightly smaller ballroom in the same wing, divisible into multiple configurations for meetings or banquets.
- Breakout rooms – Several mid sized rooms grouped near the ballrooms, used for sessions, offices, or bridal prep spaces.
- Terraza del Mar – Expansive oceanfront terrace below the main tower, set for large receptions with sea views but solid flooring.
- Azul Beach – Directly on the sand in front of the resort, used mainly for ceremonies and barefoot events.
- Miramar – Intimate rocky promontory venue along the shoreline, ideal for smaller groups wanting dramatic water backdrops.
What running or jogging paths are available in and around Grand Velas Los Cabos?
There is no true jogging loop on property, so runners use the gym treadmills, soft sloped beach, or drive to marina and estuary paths.
Running options depend on whether you stay on site or head off property.
- On site vertical terrain – The resortās steep, terraced layout makes continuous outdoor running impractical, so regular runners rely on treadmills in the fitness center.
- Beach running in front – Possible but demanding; sand is soft and sloped, so it works best for short, high resistance efforts rather than distance training.
- Cabo San Lucas Marina – About 20 minutes by car, with a flat paved boardwalk loop suitable for steady road style runs.
- Puerto Los Cabos and estuary – Around 15ā20 minutes toward San JosĆ©, with scenic paths near the marina and bird sanctuary for longer outdoor runs.
Archive Grand Velas Los Cabos Maps
Below are all official map versions released for Grand Velas Los Cabos 2024 and 2017.
2024 Grand Velas Los Cabos Map
2023 Grand Velas Los Cabos Map
2021-2022 Grand Velas Los Cabos Map (Official 2021 Edition)
2017 Grand Velas Los Cabos Map
