La Ribera

Travel Guide
La Ribera showing a garden
Colorful rocks line the rear of quiet secluded beaches, where you’ll find thatched palapas, seafood restaurants and an old lighthouse.

La Ribera is a charming fishing town in the Cabo Riviera, a stunning coast lined by white-sand beaches. The crystalline waters of the Gulf of California provide a shimmering window for viewing the large and colorful fish here. Participate in watersports activities in this serene bay.

Go fishing for tuna, roosterfish and dorado among the enormous catches found in this part of the sea. Stroll along the shore with your family and enjoy the views of the bay. La Ribera Beach has safe and shallow water that is ideal for kids. Take shelter from the afternoon heat in the shade of thatched palapas.

Near the beach, rent equipment for kayaking and sport fishing. Stand-up paddleboarding and snorkeling are among the popular activities here, along with biking and hiking. Try the seafood at one of the beachside restaurants that provide vistas of the bay.

Lodge at the exclusive hotel a little inland from the beach. Take out an all-terrain vehicle with a tour operator and explore the dirt roads enclosing the town. You can also take boat trips around the region.

Head a little southeast along the coast to reach Punta Colorada Beach. Admire the rock formations rising from the rear of this remote stretch of sand. As you walk southeast along the strand, you’ll reach the defunct Punta Arena Lighthouse, which has black and white stripes.

Find La Ribera at the northern end of the East Cape at the foot of the Baja California Peninsula. Arrive via one of the airports in the region and drive here by rental car. You can leave your vehicle in the parking lot at the back of the beach. Make sure to visit nearby highlights, such as Cabo Pulmo and San José del Cabo.

La Ribera is a secluded spot for fishing, all-terrain driving and sunbathing.

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Hotel Palmas De Cortez
3.5 out of 5
Calle 20 de Noviembre # 2, y Valentin Ruiz Gonzalez, Los Barriles, BCS
The price is ₩197,719 per night from May 26 to May 27
₩197,719
per night
May 26 - May 27
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Los Barriles. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Los Barriles Beach and ExotiKite Kiteboarding ...
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Four Seasons Resort Los Cabos at Costa Palmas
Four Seasons Resort Los Cabos at Costa Palmas
5 out of 5
Calle Hacienda Eureka s/n, Entre calle Santa Maria de la Ribera, La Ribera, BCS
The price is ₩1,468,870 per night from May 21 to May 22
₩1,468,870
per night
May 21 - May 22
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in La Ribera. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 7 outdoor pools. Popular attractions La Ribera Beach and Punta Colorada Beach ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (34 reviews)
"Here is my honest review — and I have traveled to Turks, USVI, Aruba, French Riviera, and Italy. This resort is over priced. From the food and drinks to the room rates, keep in mind, you will be charged an additional $400 US dollars in taxes and fees alone, in addition to your nightly rate. Drinks ..."

Reviewed on Feb 24, 2024

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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
The price is ₩217,272 per night from May 27 to May 28
₩217,272
per night
May 27 - May 28
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Los Barriles. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a full-service spa.
9/10 Wonderful! (136 reviews)
Lovely property
"Property is in very good condition. Great new lounge chairs, umbrellas and hamacks on the beach this year. Lots of little improvements, and still great food and excellant service. We like the peaceful setting...very relaxing!"

Reviewed on May 4, 2024

Hotel Punta Pescadero Paradise
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Rancho Ecológico Sol de Mayo Rotamundos
Rancho Ecológico Sol de Mayo Rotamundos
2.5 out of 5
Domicilio Conocido, Santiago, BCS
Stay at this cabin in Santiago. Enjoy free parking, patios, and rainfall showerheads. Popular attraction Cascada Sol de Mayo Trailhead is located nearby.
9.2/10 Wonderful! (39 reviews)
"I absolutely loved this place. The casitas and kitchens are stylish, spacious and well set up. The waterfall and swimming is stunning. Staying there meant that when the gates close at 6 we had the canyon to ourselves…it was very special"

Reviewed on May 12, 2024

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Jan 5, 2019

one newer restaurant in town, along the road to Cabo Pulmo, serving excellent "home cooking" breakfast, lunch, and dinner makes La Ribera easier to visit than a few years ago, but expect very few tourist services [the only ATM in town may be broken]