The Westin Reserva Conchal, an All-Inclusive Golf Resort & Spa
Our Rating
9.7
8.2
Star Rating
5.0
4.5
Room Count
307
406
Restaurants
7
9
Pools
4
3
Year Opened
2016
2022
Year Renovated
—
2024
Features
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Grand Velas Los Cabos
The Westin Reserva Conchal, an All-Inclusive Golf Resort & Spa
All-Inclusive
Yes
Yes
Adults Only
No
No
Beach Access
Yes
Yes
Spa
Yes
Yes
Kids Club
Yes
Yes
Dining Comparison
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Grand Velas Los Cabos
The Westin Reserva Conchal, an All-Inclusive Golf Resort & Spa
Total Venues
11
18
Included
11
18
Extra Charge
0
0
Room Comparison
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Grand Velas Los Cabos
The Westin Reserva Conchal, an All-Inclusive Golf Resort & Spa
Room Categories
11
6
Suite Categories
11
5
Activities Comparison
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Grand Velas Los Cabos
The Westin Reserva Conchal, an All-Inclusive Golf Resort & Spa
Total Activities
27
29
Included
18
20
Extra Charge
9
9
Pros & Cons
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
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
The Westin Reserva Conchal, an All-Inclusive Golf Resort & Spa
Pros
Playa Conchal's calm, swimmable conditions with unique shell-sand are genuinely rare on the Pacific coast — better beach conditions than most Costa Rica all-inclusives
Two functionally different resort tiers (Westin Club adults-only and Family Club) create meaningfully distinct experiences within the same property
Robert Trent Jones II championship golf course on-site is among the better all-inclusive-adjacent golf facilities in Central America
The Reserva Conchal nature reserve integrated into the 2,400-acre property allows wildlife access (monkeys, birds, iguanas) without leaving the resort
Cons
Restaurant reservation access is the primary frustration — popular a la carte venues (Bamboo, Manglar, La Sabana) fill immediately and guests on 2-3 night stays often can't access them at desirable times
Summary
Grand Velas Los Cabos has a higher guest rating, while The Westin Reserva Conchal, an All-Inclusive Golf Resort & Spa has more restaurants, while The Westin Reserva Conchal, an All-Inclusive Golf Resort & Spa is the larger property, while The Westin Reserva Conchal, an All-Inclusive Golf Resort & Spa has more dining venues, while The Westin Reserva Conchal, an All-Inclusive Golf Resort & Spa offers more activities.
The 2,400-acre scale and shuttle dependency creates friction — every activity change involves either a long walk in Guanacaste heat or waiting for a shuttle
Wi-Fi connectivity is inconsistent across the property, particularly in outlying room buildings
Golf green fees are extra cost — the marquee athletic amenity isn't included, which catches some guests off guard given the resort's golf identity
