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El Encanto Inn

Travelers find relaxation by the outdoor pool or challenge themselves with billiards in the heart of downtown San Jose del Cabo at this welcoming inn

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El Encanto Inn in Downtown San Jose del Cabo features a refreshing outdoor pool and a billiards table. Guests enjoy practical amenities like WiFi and self-parking. The staff consistently receives positive reviews from previous visitors.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Standard Room, Garden View | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, Garden View

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Desk
Daily housekeeping
Iron/ironing board
Located in an annex building
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 Double Bed

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Junior Suite | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Junior Suite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Desk
Daily housekeeping
Living room
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Superior Suite | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
Iron/ironing board
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Downtown San Jose del Cabo, a neighborhood in San José del Cabo, is home to El Encanto Inn. While the natural beauty of Costa Azul Beach and Palmilla Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Puerto Los Cabos. Santa Maria Beach and Wirikuta Botanical Cactus Garden are also worth visiting. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Map
Morelos, 133, San José del Cabo, BCS, 23400

What's nearby

  • San Jose del Cabo Art District - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Mission of San Jose - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Plaza Mijares - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Old Town Gallery - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Enrique Bascón Art Gallery - 2 min walk - 0.2 km

Getting around

  • Los Cabos Intl. Airport (SJD) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jazmin's Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪La Lupita Taco y Mezcal - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Baja Brewing Company - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Los Tres Gallos - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪El Aguamala - ‬1 min walk

About this property

El Encanto Inn

Hotel near San Jose del Cabo Art District
Near Puerto Los Cabos, El Encanto Inn provides everything you need. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Self parking (surcharge), a billiards/pool table, and a banquet hall
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at El Encanto Inn have comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
Extra amenities include:
  • Showers, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • Cable channels and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (USD 7 per day)

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Turndown service

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

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Cable channels

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Annex building guestrooms are located across the street from the main building (approximately 50 meters away).

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 70 per pet, per night
Welcoming dogs only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Self parking fee: USD 7 per day
  • Pet fee: USD 70 per pet, per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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 and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

El Encanto Inn Hotel
El Encanto Inn San José del Cabo
El Encanto Inn Hotel San José del Cabo

Frequently asked questions

Does El Encanto Inn have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is El Encanto Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 70 per pet, per night.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for USD 7 per day.

What time is check-in at El Encanto Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

What time is check-out at El Encanto Inn?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is El Encanto Inn located?

Located in Downtown San Jose del Cabo, this hotel is steps from Art Walk San Jose Del Cabo and San Jose del Cabo Art District. Puerto Los Cabos is 1.7 mi (2.8 km) away.

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Reviews

El Encanto Inn Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.2

Cleanliness

7.8

Amenities

8.8

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 77 out of 110 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 110 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 110 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 110 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 110 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Doug Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place, perfect location, great staff!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Jon

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Very clean, and fresh filtered water available. Not a lot of extras - no breakfast or snacks. No toiletries except for soap - impeccable garden and pool area - very quiet at night
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maureen

Lovely garden and pool area. Location was nice and check in and out was easy. Air conditioning was great and much needed!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nikol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
After 4 days surfing up in Cerritos and Todos Santos we opted to drive into San Jose and found this gem. Very nice staff. Great Location and beautiful gardens. Great location ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

I would definitely stay here again. I loved the location.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

kim

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very lovely staff and rooms!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

tracey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
loved the mexican vibe of the hotel decor, all the staff, the gardens, location in art district.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

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

10/10 Excellent

Angie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely amazing boutique hotel! The location was perfect, staff was helpful, and the rooms and pool area were gorgeous. Would definitely be back
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Derek

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here for 4 nights at the end of November. This was our 3rd stay at this property. From our first stay til our most recent, the condition of the property has declined significantly. The grounds and rooms are showing signs of neglect. Previously, the property was well kept with an on site restaurant and bar as well as a small shop. Those no longer exist. My biggest complaint would be that we were charged $300.00 more than what we booked for on Expedia. While our stay was uneventful, the condition of the property and the suprise cost would keep us from choosing to stay here in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing jewel in San Jose del Cabo. Great staff. Clean and beautiful.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Austin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
When visiting San Jose del Cabo over the years, we always wanted to stay at the El Encanto.. this year we made it happen. Such a charming hotel. Friendly service, clean, and perfectly located I the central area. I highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very friendly and helpful staff
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gwen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location for exploring downtown and the art walk. We stayed in the main building in a room that opens into the beautiful pool area. The owner is very friendly and helpful. I would recommend this hotel to anyone.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve

This was an amazing find in the perfect location. We were located within an easy walk around the art/history district and wonderful restaurants. We will definitely recommend to others and stay again ourselves.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It’s in the charming historical part of San Jose del Cabo. Only wish the pool was heated; I stay there in the winter.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

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

El Encanto lives up to its name!

My daughter-in-law was able to get the suite she wanted. The rooms were clean and attractive. I loved the pool area and the restaurant. The neighbourhood is filled with outstanding art and craft stores. I couldn't recommend this hotel more.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful authentic Mexico! Dinora and all of the staff were welcoming and fun! I love the Hotels vibe!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful week-long stay. The staff was very helpful and kind. The location is ideal. We felt lucky to be right in the historic district. Amazing restaurants feet away. Others have mentioned noise, but we simply used earplugs on festive nights. We plan to return.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fun place with great bar snd restaurant. Nice compound
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We are regular guests at the Encanto and really enjoyed the ease of parking the comfort of the rooms the proximity to restaurants and shops and especially like the front office folks. Very nice. We will be coming back.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Enchanting

Old world charm. Courteous efficient staff.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice staff, clean comfy rooms. Local bars can be noisy till 2 am, run the a/c to drown out the music. Great location to centro.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great except for bar music Encanto rooms across the street noisy bar next doors Herrederos restaurant good food & salas
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024