Los Barriles Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Los Barriles
Kitesurfing and sailboarding are among the watersports activities that benefit from the strong winds and choppy waves along these sandy beaches.

With a laid-back vibe and shimmering bay, Los Barriles epitomizes the beach culture of Baja. Plenty of watersports activities make use of the fierce winds in this picturesque destination. Go surfing or windsailing on the large waves and look for dolphins and whales.

Notice the array of colorful parachutes and kites decorating Los Barriles Beach. Try sailboarding to take advantage of the consistent breeze from November to March. You can usually rent equipment and get lessons from the instructors at most of the hotels in the area as well as the ExotiKite Kiteboarding School.

Rent an all-terrain vehicle to take out on the dirt roads crisscrossing through town. While in the center of the town, bring your kids to the playground in the Parque la Laguna. Let them splash and giggle in the welcome fountain that consists of water jets shooting into slanted barrels in tribute to the town’s name. Framing the fountain are varied cacti and narrow palm trees.

Admire the Sagrada Familia Church’s intriguing façade, which has a wide pediment and pillars. A long, cone-shaped column rises from the top of the church, hoisting a cross. Take photos of the church, with the sea providing a scenic backdrop.

Expect dry conditions in this coastal desert, with occasional rainfall in autumn. Explore the hilly terrain surrounding the town and enjoy the tranquility of the remote beaches. A little north is Pescadero, a bay with excellent sunset views.

The resort area is just south of Buenos Aires and Buenavista on the northern side of the East Cape in Baja California. Take a plane to an airport in San José del Cabo, Cabo San Lucas or La Paz and rent a car to make your way here. Visit other nearby destinations such as Santiago, Cabo Pulmo and El Cardoncito.

Hotel Palmas De Cortez
Hotel Palmas De Cortez
3.5 out of 5
Calle 20 de Noviembre # 2, y Valentin Ruiz Gonzalez, Los Barriles, BCS
The price is NZ$307 per night from 6 Dec to 7 Dec
NZ$307
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Los Barriles. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8/10 Very Good! (362 reviews)
"Nice Hotel the service was great. The restaurant manager does an excellent job, very impressive"

Reviewed on 13 Sep. 2024

Hotel Palmas De Cortez
Hotel Punta Pescadero Paradise
Hotel Punta Pescadero Paradise
3.5 out of 5
Domicilio Conocido Punta Pescadero, 16 km north of Los Barriles, Los Barriles, BCS
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$425 per night from 11 Nov to 12 Nov
NZ$425
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Los Barriles. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (172 reviews)
"Great secluded place a perfect paradise. Highly recommend. Staff is amazing. They cater to you and it’s so peaceful. The dirt road to get here is a bit much but once you pass it, you will be in paradise. A true gem. Clear beaches, paddle boards small boats etc are available for you to use. This place ..."

Reviewed on 3 Oct. 2024

Hotel Punta Pescadero Paradise
Playa del Sol
Playa del Sol
3 out of 5
Calle 20 de Noviembre y, Valentin Ruiz Gonzalez, Los Barriles, BCS
The price is NZ$253 per night from 6 Dec to 7 Dec
NZ$253
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Los Barriles. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (161 reviews)
Best family vacation place!
"Had a terrific family vacation. Very accommodating. They went out of their way to make sure our stay was pleasant and we were comfortable. Even changed out our mattress on the bed for us when the bed was too hard. Staff so friendly, food was good at a decent price and we love the bar ❤️ we will definitely ..."

Reviewed on 14 Jul. 2024

Playa del Sol
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Casita Tortuga is a Beach Front over looking the Sea of Cortes.
Casita Tortuga is a Beach Front over looking the Sea of Cortes.
Los Barriles
Book a stay at this beach cottage in Los Barriles. Enjoy a beach locale, cable/satellite TV service, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions ExotiKite ...
10/10 Exceptional! (73 reviews)
Beautiful, quiet spot by the sea
"Gorgeous place to get away from it all, and we loved the kayaks! Definitely bring water shoes for the rocky shoreline. A/C in the bedroom works great, but be prepared to acclimate to the heat and enjoy the ocean breeze. A fan for the house or patio would be be a nice addition, but otherwise everything ..."

Reviewed on 17 Oct. 2024

Casita Tortuga is a Beach Front over looking the Sea of Cortes.
 Secluded Beach Front Estate with a Large Pool, Family and Pet Friendly!
Secluded Beach Front Estate with a Large Pool, Family and Pet Friendly!
Los Barriles
Book a stay at this beach vacation home in Los Barriles. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a beach locale.
9.8/10 Exceptional! (63 reviews)
House Near Punta Pescadero
"House was nice, spacious &AC worked well. We had an issue w/the water upon arrival, but it was quickly taken care of. The house manager isn’t the easiest to get in touch with, as he doesn’t always reply in a timely manner, but the owner stepped in&got our water situation solved. The house isn’t cleaned ..."

Reviewed on 3 Jun. 2024

Secluded Beach Front Estate with a Large Pool, Family and Pet Friendly!
Oceanfront Presidential Villa with panoramic views of the Sea of Cortez
Oceanfront Presidential Villa with panoramic views of the Sea of Cortez
Los Barriles
Book a stay at this beach condo in Los Barriles. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and concierge services. Popular attractions Los Barriles Beach and ExotiKite ...
10/10 Exceptional! (59 reviews)
Las Barriles
"Amazing Stay"

Reviewed on 1 Oct. 2024

Oceanfront Presidential Villa with panoramic views of the Sea of Cortez
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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