Los Barriles

Travel Guide

Los Barriles
Los Barriles
Los Barriles
Los Barriles
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 CA $261 per night from Apr. 10 to Apr. 11
CA $261
CA $317 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 10 - Apr 11
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! (380 reviews)
"We love this hotel, what a relaxing getaway!"

Reviewed on Mar. 4, 2025

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
The price is CA $248 per night from Mar. 16 to Mar. 17
CA $248
CA $322 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 16 - Mar 17
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! (193 reviews)
"Nice private beachfront hotel. Great super friendly staff. Good food, although do not be in a rush. Wonderful beach with lots of water sports options. Great views of whales breaching right in front of our room. Bit of a journey to get here but worth the drive."

Reviewed on Feb. 21, 2025

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 CA $195 per night from Mar. 19 to Mar. 20
CA $195
CA $235 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 19 - Mar 20
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! (172 reviews)
"There were a few small issues with the room, but we were only there 3 nights so didn’t let it bother us. A little expensive, but the location with beach access helps offset the cost. Friendly staff. Everytime we book, the booking sites all say 1 room or 2 rooms left, but when we arrive it seems like ..."

Reviewed on Feb. 23, 2025

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.
Ocean Front Condo Villas De Cortez Resort, Overlooking Pool.
Ocean Front Condo Villas De Cortez Resort, Overlooking Pool.
Los Barriles
Book a stay at this beach apartment in Los Barriles. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and 14 outdoor pickleball courts. Popular attractions Los Barriles Beach ...
9/10 Wonderful! (58 reviews)
Wonderful stay!
"Thank you for hosting us! Such a relaxing time in beautiful Los Barriles. We love the restaurants on property as well."

Reviewed on Feb. 17, 2025

Ocean Front Condo Villas De Cortez Resort, Overlooking Pool.
 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! (65 reviews)
Excellent getaway
"Toys property provided everything we needed for arelaxing yet fun getaway!"

Reviewed on Mar. 4, 2025

Secluded Beach Front Estate with a Large Pool, Family and Pet Friendly!
Brand New Casita, 2 King Beds, Located in Lush Garden Oasis, 2 Minutes to Beach
Brand New Casita, 2 King Beds, Located in Lush Garden Oasis, 2 Minutes to Beach
Los Barriles
Stay at this vacation home in Los Barriles. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and patios. Popular attractions Los Barriles Beach and ExotiKite Kiteboarding School are ...
10/10 Exceptional! (5 reviews)
Would definitely recommend
"Wonderful and relaxing time.Well provisioned.Very comfortable"

Reviewed on Feb. 17, 2025

Brand New Casita, 2 King Beds, Located in Lush Garden Oasis, 2 Minutes to Beach
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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Reviews of Los Barriles

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Top destination
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4/5 - Good

XAVIER

The beaches are beautiful, the people kind and

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Love Los Barriles. It's a great little town on the coast. Wonderful charm with tonnes of dining options large beach and overall feel of a beach town. Fishing, Kiteboarding, Relaxing and lots of expats.

4/5 - Good

Marina

Great area. Windy in Jan. Great kite boarding, hiking, touring different areas like waterfalls in Santiago. But you need a car for all that. Pickle ball big if you like that! Punta Pescafora was great snorkeling - gorgeous resort

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