The 10 Best San José del Cabo Airbnbs (#5 Is an Earth House by the Beach)
Looking for the best San José del Cabo Airbnb?
You’ve come to the right place as I’ve lived in Mexico since 2018, and have stayed in 50+ Airbnbs all over the country.
San José del Cabo, the quieter, artsier, more authentic side of Los Cabos, also has some of the nicest Airbnbs in Mexico.
👀 Curious about my top pick? It’s Casa Mykonos — check it out here.
With hundreds of listings to scroll through, finding the right one can take hours, so I did the scrolling for you.
Every place on this list has nearly-5 star ratings, lots of glowing reviews and Airbnb’s Guest Favorite badge.
My Top 3 Picks: The Best San José del Cabo Airbnbs
| Name | Neighborhood | Best for | See more |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1️⃣ Casa Mykonos: Beachfront Villa with a Private Infinity Pool | El Encanto de la Laguna | Groups of up to 6 | ➡️ Check rates |
| 2️⃣ Cabo Nest: Penthouse with an Ocean-View Terrace | Historic Downtown | Couples, friends, solo travelers, digital nomads | ➡️ Check rates |
| 3️⃣ 3-Bedroom Beachfront Condo on Costa Azul | Costa Azul | Groups of up to 6, families | ➡️ Check rates |
⚠️ If none of these work, browse all the San José del Cabo Airbnbs here, and use their filters to narrow down your search to find your ideal place.
The 10 Best San José del Cabo Airbnb Rentals
1. Casa Mykonos: Beachfront Villa with a Private Infinity Pool
- 📍 Neighborhood: El Encanto de la Laguna
- ❤️ Best for: Groups of up to 6
- ➡️ Check rates and availability on Airbnb
Picture this: at Casa Mykonos, the white sand beach and the Sea of Cortez are your backyard.
Spend lazy afternoons between your private infinity pool and the hot tub, with nothing but sand and blue water in front of you.
When the sun goes down, fire up the grill in the big outdoor kitchen and gather around the fire pit.
It sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms with 3.5 bathrooms, and beach chairs and an umbrella are waiting for you.
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2. Cabo Nest: Penthouse with an Ocean-View Terrace
- 📍 Neighborhood: Historic Downtown
- ❤️ Best for: Couples, friends, solo travelers, digital nomads
- ➡️ Check rates and availability on Airbnb
Cabo Nest is a penthouse with a private terrace and panoramic views of the sea and the historic center of downtown San José del Cabo.
Sway in the hammock with a book, swim laps in the heated pool, then take in the view from your terrace at night.
The heart of the historic center is 5 minutes away, and Palmilla Beach is 10 minutes away.
It sleeps 3 guests in 1 bedroom (king bed) with 1 bathroom, and a sofa bed in the living room.
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3. 3-Bedroom Beachfront Condo on Costa Azul
- 📍 Neighborhood: Costa Azul
- ❤️ Best for: Groups of up to 6, families
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Fall asleep to the sound of the waves at this 5th-floor condo right on Costa Azul beach.
Wake up for the sunrise over the Sea of Cortez from your private veranda, with nothing between you and the water.
Spend the day at the heated infinity pool and hot tub, or head straight down to the sand through the private beach access.
It sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms with 2 bathrooms, with fast Wi-Fi and a dedicated workspace.
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4. Punto Nima: Ocean-View Condo with a Rooftop Pool
- 📍 Neighborhood: Hotel Zone
- ❤️ Best for: Groups of up to 4, families
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Punto Nima puts you just across the street from the beach in San José del Cabo’s hotel zone, a few minutes from downtown.
Swim in the rooftop infinity pool with views over the Sea of Cortez, then challenge your crew to a game of pickleball.
Kids get a playground and a game room with a pool table, and there’s a gym and a shared grill on the ground floor.
It sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms with 2 bathrooms, plus an in-unit washer and dryer.
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5. Casa Playita: Earth House a Block from the Beach
- 📍 Neighborhood: La Playita
- ❤️ Best for: Groups of up to 4, families, pet-friendly
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Casa Playita is a one-of-a-kind earthen house in the quiet La Playita neighborhood, just 1 block from a swimmable beach.
Grill dinner in the huge backyard, rinse off the sand in your private outdoor shower, and finish the night around the fire pit.
🐾 Traveling to Mexico with a pet? Bring your dog, as pets fur babies are welcome at the Casa Playita Earth House.
It sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms, with a king bed, a queen bed and 2 bathrooms.
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6. Las Olas: Beachfront Surf Condo on Costa Azul
- 📍 Neighborhood: Costa Azul
- ❤️ Best for: Groups of up to 8, families
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Las Olas sits right on Costa Azul Beach, facing 3 famous surf breaks: Old Man’s, The Rock and Zippers.
Paddle out in the morning, stash your board in the surfboard storage, then watch the waves roll in from your private patio.
Spend the afternoon in the pool and hot tub, and fire up the grill for dinner.
It sleeps 8 guests in 3 bedrooms with 2 bathrooms, including a king suite, and beach towels are provided.
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7. Designer Condo in the Art District with a Rooftop Pool
- 📍 Neighborhood: Art District
- ❤️ Best for: Couples, friends, solo travelers, digital nomads
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Step out the door of this designer condo and you’re less than a block from the Art District’s cafés, restaurants and galleries.
Catch the sunset from the rooftop infinity pool, then cozy up by the fire pit under the stars.
Soundproof windows and blackout curtains mean a quiet night’s sleep in the king bed.
It can sleep 4 guests in 1 bedroom with 1 bathroom, with a sofa bed, desk, an ergonomic chair and a monitor for digital nomad remote workers.
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8. Casa Blanca: Home with a Private Pool
- 📍 Neighborhood: Fonatur
- ❤️ Best for: Groups of up to 6, families
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Casa Blanca gives you a spacious single-level home with your own private pool in San José del Cabo’s Fonatur area.
Spend the afternoon on the sun loungers, then grill dinner in the fenced backyard while everyone takes one last swim.
Supermarkets are close by, there’s free parking, and your host greets you on arrival.
It sleeps 6 guests in 2 bedrooms with 1 bathroom.
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9. Casa Chili: Art District Apartment with a Rooftop Pool
- 📍 Neighborhood: Art District
- ❤️ Best for: Couples, friends, solo travelers, digital nomads
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Casa Chili puts you in the heart of San José del Cabo’s Art District, just a block from Plaza Mijares.
Start the day with a swim in the heated rooftop infinity pool, with 360-degree views of the ocean, mountains and town.
Spend the afternoon wandering the galleries, then end the night by the rooftop fire pit.
It’s made for 2, with a queen bed, a rain shower, an in-unit washer and dryer, and a beach kit for days on the sand.
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10. Romantic Condo Steps from the Beach in the Hotel Zone
- 📍 Neighborhood: Hotel Zone
- ❤️ Best for: Couples, friends, solo travelers, digital nomads
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Made for 2, this cozy condo in La Costa is just steps from the beach in San José del Cabo’s resort zone.
Spend lazy afternoons between 3 heated pools and 2 jacuzzis, then stroll 15 minutes to the Thursday night Art Walk.
Beach chairs, an umbrella and a cooler are ready for you, and purified water is provided.
It sleeps 2 guests in 1 bedroom with 1 bathroom, with fast Wi-Fi and a dedicated workspace.
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San José del Cabo Airbnbs FAQ
Is it better to stay in San José del Cabo or Cabo San Lucas?
San José del Cabo is the quieter choice, with a colonial downtown and an Art District — while Cabo San Lucas is livelier, with the marina, beach clubs and nightlife.
They’re about 30 minutes apart by car, so it’s easy to visit both, but if you want to party hardy, opt for Cabo San Lucas.
If you’d rather stay in Cabo San Lucas, here are the best Cabo Airbnb rentals.
Where is the best place to stay in San José del Cabo?
For galleries and restaurants, stay in the Art District near Plaza Mijares, and for the beach, look at the hotel zone or Costa Azul.
Costa Azul is also where surfers head, with breaks like Zippers and The Rock right offshore.
Do San José del Cabo Airbnbs have pools?
Many do, though most condos share a rooftop or resort-style pool.
For a private pool, look at homes like Casa Mykonos or Casa Blanca on this list.
Planning your trip? Read my Cabo travel tips before you go, and check out my guide to renting a car in San José del Cabo if you want a car.
