Drift San Jose del Cabo, a Member of Design Hotels

3.5 star property
Hotel with a rooftop terrace, steps from San Jose del Cabo Art District

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Restaurant
Courtyard

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Pool
  • Air conditioning

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Miguel Hidalgo #613 Between, Alvaro Obregon and Ignacio Comonfort, San José del Cabo, BCS, 23400
  • Place, San Jose del Cabo Art District
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Plaza Mijares
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Puerto Los Cabos
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, San José del Cabo, Baja California Sur (SJD-Los Cabos Intl.)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

Room (Baja Room)

  • 230 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room (Drift Retreat)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 230 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room (Surfer's Hideout)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 230 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room, 1 King Bed (Paradise Cove)

  • 312 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

San José del Cabo

Located in Downtown San Jose del Cabo, Drift San Jose del Cabo, a Member of Design Hotels is next to San Jose del Cabo Art District and Frank Arnold Art. This 29-room, 3.5-star hotel has a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • San Jose del Cabo Art District - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Plaza Mijares - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Playa Hotelera - 2 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Puerto Los Cabos - 4 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Costa Azul Beach - 5 min drive - 3.4 miles

Getting around

  • Los Cabos Intl. Airport (SJD) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jazmin's Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪ALMAZÉN - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Baja Brewing Company - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪La Lupita Taco y Mezcal - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Sage - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Drift San Jose del Cabo, a Member of Design Hotels

Hotel with a rooftop terrace, steps from San Jose del Cabo Art District
Drift San Jose del Cabo, a Member of Design Hotels offers an outdoor pool, a rooftop terrace, and free WiFi in public areas. You can put free offsite parking to good use if you drive. Staff members are on hand to provide concierge services, luggage storage, and a safe deposit box at the front desk. Additional amenities include coffee/tea in a common area, express check-in, and express check-out.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer rainfall showers, free toiletries, and bathrobes. Other standard amenities include ceiling fans and safes. Housekeeping is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:00 AM to noon for a fee: MXN 185 to 370 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Kitchen + Mezcal Bar

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 3 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Mobile key entry
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for MXN 1000 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Resort fee: 10 percent of room rate
  • A damage deposit of MXN 1000 will be collected before check-in.

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately MXN 185 to 370 per person
  • Pet fee: MXN 1000 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Housekeeping fee: MXN 400

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Checking in and out are easy with express services. Driving? This property offers free nearby parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Drift San José
Drift San Jose del Cabo
Drift San Jose del Cabo a Member of Design Hotels
Drift San Jose del Cabo, a Member of Design Hotels Hotel

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Drift San Jose del Cabo, a Member of Design Hotels?

Drift San Jose del Cabo, a Member of Design Hotels provides free cancellation on some room rates. For additional details, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Drift San Jose del Cabo, a Member of Design Hotels?

As of Oct 26, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Drift San Jose del Cabo, a Member of Design Hotels on Oct 27, 2025 start from $119.23, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What is there to do close to Drift San Jose del Cabo, a Member of Design Hotels?

This hotel is situated in Downtown San Jose del Cabo, just steps from San Jose del Cabo Art District and Frank Arnold Art, and within a short walk of Plaza Mijares. You'll also find Puerto Los Cabos and Costa Azul Beach within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Drift San Jose del Cabo, a Member of Design Hotels?

No, there isn't parking at the hotel but you'll find free parking nearby.

Does Drift San Jose del Cabo, a Member of Design Hotels include a casino?

No, Drift San Jose del Cabo, a Member of Design Hotels doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Drift San Jose del Cabo, a Member of Design Hotels?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access between 8:00 AM and 10:00 PM.

What do couples enjoy most about Drift San Jose del Cabo, a Member of Design Hotels?

There are many amenities for couples at this hotel, including an outdoor pool and a bar plus some guestrooms feature private pools.

Does Drift San Jose del Cabo, a Member of Design Hotels have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Drift San Jose del Cabo, a Member of Design Hotels feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Drift San Jose del Cabo, a Member of Design Hotels serves a cooked-to-order breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Kitchen + Mezcal Bar.

Does Drift San Jose del Cabo, a Member of Design Hotels allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Drift San Jose del Cabo, a Member of Design Hotels for a fee of MXN 1000 per pet, per stay.

Are there connecting rooms at Drift San Jose del Cabo, a Member of Design Hotels?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from Drift San Jose del Cabo, a Member of Design Hotels?

The closest major airport to Drift San Jose del Cabo, a Member of Design Hotels is Los Cabos Intl. Airport (SJD), which is 8.4 mi away (19 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Drift San Jose del Cabo, a Member of Design Hotels?

Yes, some guestrooms at this hotel offer a balcony where guests can enjoy garden or pool views.

Drift San Jose del Cabo, a Member of Design Hotels Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 163 out of 248 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 41 out of 248 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 248 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 248 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 248 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Eric

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathen, Hillcrest Mines

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff is amazing at this place. Very clean and good location
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Godfried

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janice

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I would rate The Drift to be an awesome and beautiful stay . I felt so welcome and Zay is the best she is the best host I have seen in a while thanks for your kindness and support Zay I would love to come back to stay at the drift the cocktails and food was delicious I appreciate the healthy and tasty choices
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

S

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Alex helped my wife and me during our stay. He was very kind and truly tried to provide the best service, which made us feel well taken care of. The hotel has a lot of positives. It’s located right in the heart of downtown, so we could easily walk to great restaurants and shopping spots. Also, the room was clean and stylish. The only downside was the noise at night. There’s a club nearby, so it can get a bit loud after midnight. But the hotel provides earplugs, which helped us sleep better.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Erik

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Small, quaint hotel in the heart of art town. Many restaurants and shops are nearby. Parking was close, but no parking at all at the hotel or on its street. Very large, modern but rustic, nice clean rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine-Alice

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and location! The esthetic of the establishment is very nice as well!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was amazing. We split our vacation in two - 3 nights here for a “city” experience following by 3 nights at a beach hotel. We had so much fun exploring the city. We booked the “ Baja Suite”. Highly recommend paying the little extra for this room. It was very private and roomy. Hotel itself was very relaxed and pretty. Room was cozy and the staff were lovely. There is a spa next door where we had an awesome massage. Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Joanne

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

ashley

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cute but overpriced when it’s low season

Definitely overpriced for how simple it is
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deyna

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very intimate and beautiful location right in the center of El Centro and the hotel blew us out of the water. Extremely clean room, friendly staff and extremely accommodating. Felt like a hidway from the breaches and felt close with all the locals. Recommend 10/10
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Denis Uchenna

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awful stay, hidden illegal charges
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

alejandro mendez

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cool chic hotel right in downtown. Great location for walking around, shopping and dinning.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great tiny boutique hotel. The service was outstanding and the food at the hotel was fantastic! That guacamole is life changing!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brianna

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martha

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely stay

Lovely stay, excellent location in Gallery/historic district. Walk to Art Walk and a multitude of restaurants. Rooms were ready upon early arrival with an offer of a welcome drink. Rooms are industrial in design, beds very comfortable and quality linens. Mezcal bar on site and food and beverage service. Small pool. We really enjoyed the Art Walk and celebrating a family birthday. Would recommend this small hotel.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location in San Jose, nice pool, modern rooms
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Guy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay. Quiet, convenient, comfortably stylish.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Cynthia Kim

This is a very nice facility, however beware of the music on the weekends from the bar across the street. The staff will assist you but you must distract them from their phones or computers first. Also be prepared to have your credit card automatically charged for a tip. You will see the charge and then you complete an automatic checkout that will not process without accepting
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

cristina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property for a short stay. Rooms are gorgeous, I did however have a room on floor level and unless I closed the curtain everyone could see in, that’s the only window in the room so I didn’t want to close it as the room got very dark being all concrete. That being said we felt a little exposed. Fantastic amenities as well as the service from the staff. stayed here with a 13 month old. I was told Thursday they would have a DJ and I was worried it was going to be loud but it wasn’t. So we were very pleased with that. Pool water is cold but seems it’s that same everywhere we went to in Cabo and Baja. Parking is a bit challenging specially Thursday when the art walk is happening. You have to leave your car about a 5 min walk which is not bad but that’s if you find a spot on the street. Otherwise would have to carry your luggage a bit longer. In order to get to the rooms you have to walk on small rocks so rolling luggage is a no go but the staff will happily assist. Overall an amazing stay! We would recommend if you are looking to discover the beautiful colonial town of San Jose. The mezcal bar is phenomenal and the staff too! Enjoy!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Dimitra

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely lovely hotel, but not for getting a good night's sleep. Even on a Monday night, the extremely loud local music/ club venue raged until 2am. Even though the hotel provided earplugs. It doesn't help.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025