The resort is genuinely new (2022 complete rebuild) — every room, corridor, and facility is modern with no aging infrastructure
Lift passes and group ski lessons included in the all-inclusive package eliminates the most expensive and logistically complex part of an Alpine holiday
10 spa treatment rooms means better booking availability than most ski resort spas during busy weeks
The 25m indoor pool is a genuine differentiator — most Alpine ski resorts have small heated pools; this is a proper lap pool
Cons
Le Solstice restaurant consistently receives mixed reviews relative to the expectation it sets — if fine dining is the priority, manage expectations or skip the reservation entirely
Ski hire on-site is expensive and has limited opening hours — many experienced skiers pre-book equipment rental in town for better pricing and flexibility
The ski-in route runs on a blue piste, which slows down advanced skiers navigating back to the resort at the end of the day
Coffee quality across the resort (outside the dedicated Coffee Shop) is noted as below par for a property at this price tier
Grand Velas Los Cabos
Pros
The only all-inclusive in the world simultaneously holding Forbes Five Stars, AAA Five Diamonds, and a MICHELIN-starred restaurant — a genuine distinction, not a marketing claim
Cocina de Autor's 8-10 course tasting menu with wine pairing is fully included in the all-inclusive rate — at a standalone restaurant this would cost hundreds per person
Every suite starts at 1,081 sq ft with ocean views, private terrace jacuzzi, and 24-hour butler concierge — the entry suite here exceeds most competitors' top categories
Three-tier infinity pools naturally segregate family, activity, and adult-only zones without restricting access — practical design rather than strict policy
Cons
Beach is not swimmable — Los Cabos Pacific currents make ocean swimming dangerous; the infinity pools are where guests actually swim
Cocina de Autor is restricted to adults and guests 18+ — families with younger children can't access the MICHELIN-starred restaurant during their stay
Summary
Grand Velas Los Cabos has a higher guest rating, while Grand Velas Los Cabos has more restaurants, while Club Med Tignes is the larger property, while Grand Velas Los Cabos has more dining venues, while Grand Velas Los Cabos offers more activities.
Rates start around $1,600/night in low season and $1,800+ in peak winter — a significant commitment that requires being genuinely invested in the Five Diamond experience to justify
