Relaxed coastal living meets refined Japanese minimalism and cutting-edge design at Nobu Hotel Los Cabos, the brand’s first location in Mexico. Set along the dramatic Baja coastline and spanning 327,500 square meters, the resort brings Nobu’s signature blend of contemporary luxury, culinary excellence, and design-led simplicity.
The experience unfolds through Zen-inspired gardens, layered water features, and intimate courtyards crafted for reflection and connection. The interplay of fire and water elements echoes the brand’s focus on harmony and balance. The architecture draws on local textures and native materials such as Cabo stone, agave, and sculptural Cardon cacti. Simple lines and light tones blend with indigenous elements; detailing is refined and minimal. Restraint guides the design process, creating sculptural forms that evoke calm.
The 200 guestrooms embrace indoor-outdoor living with private terraces, plunge pools, and ocean views. Across 18 pools, the resort balances vibrant social energy with peaceful retreat.
Designed with deep sensitivity to site, climate, and culture, the hotel contributes to the local community through sustainable sourcing and artisan partnerships.
Bio Founded in Honolulu in 1945, WATG is the preeminent leader in integrated luxury hospitality design. Comprising five studios – Advisory, Master Planning, Architecture, Landscape and Wimberly Interiors, WATG designs spaces that respect, protect and enhance the natural magic of their surroundings while delivering long-term value for clients and communities. As of 2025, its global yet local team across offices in Honolulu, Tustin (California), Los Angeles, Dallas, Atlantic City, New York, London, Singapore and Shanghai – has designed and delivered 560+ built projects in 170 countries.
Other prizes CONDÉ NAST TRAVELER 2024 The Reader’s Choice List – Nobu Hotel Los Cabos, Los Cabos, Mexico / TRAVEL & LEISURE 2024 The 100 Best New Hotels of the Year - Umana Bali, LXR Hotels & Resorts, Indonesia / LIV HOSPITALITY DESIGN AWARDS 2024 Resort-Luxury Mountain Destination - Rissai Valley, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve, China / TIME MAGAZINE World’s Greatest Places 2024 Omni Homestead Resort and Spa Renovation, Virginia, USA / HOSPITALITY DESIGN MAGAZINE 2024 / HOSPITALITY DESIGN MAGAZINE 2024 New Brand Category Finalist - Tempo by Hilton Times Square (interiors only), New York, USA / RESTAURANT & BAR DESIGN AWARDS 2023 Middle East & Africa Surface Interiors Category Winner – SushiSamba, Waldorf Astoria Lusail, Doha, Qatar / PARIS DESIGN AWARDS 2022 Urban Design - International La Cadiere Lake City, China / AHEAD GLOBAL 2022, Transport - Winner Belmond Venice-Simplon-Orient Express / GOLD KEY AWARD Excellence In Hospitality Design 2022 Best Renovation - Kauai Beach Hotel & Resort, Hawaii / WORLD ARCHITECTURE FESTIVAL 2019 Hotel + Leisure Completed Buildings - Shortlisted Nobu Hotel Los Cabos
