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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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
  • San Jose del Cabo Art District
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Plaza Mijares
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Puerto Los Cabos
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • San José del Cabo, Baja California Sur (SJD-Los Cabos Intl.)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

Room, 1 King Bed (Paradise Cove)

  • 312 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King 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 (Baja Room)

  • 230 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen 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

  • ‪ALMAZÉN - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Sage - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Los Tres Gallos - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Jazmin's Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪La Lupita Taco y Mezcal - ‬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 Sep 18, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Drift San Jose del Cabo, a Member of Design Hotels on Sep 28, 2025 start from $108.1, 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.

Is Drift San Jose del Cabo, a Member of Design Hotels a good place to stay for couples?

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

Are there hot tubs at Drift San Jose del Cabo, a Member of Design Hotels?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

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.

Does Drift San Jose del Cabo, a Member of Design Hotels have connecting rooms?

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 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. 161 out of 246 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 41 out of 246 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 246 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 246 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 246 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

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

10/10 Excellent

Michele

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

Love this place but better guest communication way

The staff was friendly, professional, patient and respectful. Alex, in particular, showed great compassion when our dog injured her foot on the gravel in the courtyard and the other manager (whose name I wish I could remember Brody us a bandage immediately, and clean sheets. The chef’s were kindly accommodating of our vegan needs and the barista made cute little bears on our latte’s. The grounds were well kept. The only negative is that they did not inform guests of a party that went well past midnight with a DJ that was extremely loud in the restaurant courtyard in the center of the hotel. The next morning the restaurant was closed for a deep cleaning which made checking out early, as we had planned, impossible as they were using a high pressure hose to clean the bars roof, which blocked the entrance. I witnessed and experienced a grumpy and impatient manager that morning who did not accommodate guests who were inconvenienced by the restaurant having a deep clean scheduled during posted business hours. Had we known this would be happening we would not have extended our stay for an extra night. However I would choose to stay again as it’s location and staff are great.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve

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

Super cute and affordable

This is the cutest hotel. Very boho chic. Super comfory beds and very nice rooms. The pool, bar and restaurant are super nice too. The bar is a meccal bar so if you like that, it's for you.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Great Stay!

Drift Hotel Cabo Review I recently stayed at Drift Hotel in Cabo, and while I was initially hesitant upon arrival, the experience quickly won me over. The food, service, and overall character of the place made up for any first impressions. Pros: • Great location – Within walking distance to popular tourist areas, making it easy to explore. • Helpful staff – The front desk went above and beyond, assisting with reservations and even securing deals I wouldn’t have found elsewhere. • Food & bar – Easily the highlight of my stay! The bar had a great selection, and the food was top-notch. • Extras – They offer yoga sessions and fire pits, adding to the laid-back vibe. • Transportation – Uber is always accessible, making it easy to get around. Cons: • Very noisy at night – This was my biggest complaint. If you’re a light sleeper, bring earplugs or be prepared for some late-night noise. • Fire alarm issues – The fire alarm would go off during showers, which was frustrating. • Event scene – It was slow during my visit, but I could tell it picks up at certain times. Overall, Drift Hotel is a unique stay with character, offering great food, a prime location, and helpful staff. However, if you’re sensitive to noise or easily annoyed by small inconveniences like faulty fire alarms, you might want to take that into consideration.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Excellent property, very poor service throughout.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Derrick

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was amazing walkable places to shop and to eat. The hotel room was comfortable and Esthetic pleasing and the staff by the bar/restaurant took care of us anytime we stopped shout out to Juan Carlo!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diana

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

The perfect romantic getaway

Our stay at the hotel was absolutely unforgettable, starting with the seamless virtual check-in process, which was incredibly easy and convenient. Upon arrival, the staff greeted us warmly. The room was impeccably clean, with minimalistic decor that was both modern and warm, creating a serene atmosphere. The location was perfectly situated in downtown, making it easy to explore local attractions, the bed was so comfortable it felt like sleeping on clouds, and the soft lighting added to the cozy ambiance. We would highly recommend Drift hotel for a romantic getaway, as it offers the perfect combination of comfort, elegance, and relaxation.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bridgit

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property itself is gorgeous & my room is aesthetically so cool! I didn't mind the late night DJ because he was very good but the surrounding area overall was incredibly loud until super late (2-3am). I am also absolutely covered in mosquito bites from dining here. The pool offers no privacy and is tiny. The location is really convenient though & this place has great style.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne-Pierre

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liz-Anne

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nadiya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025