Hacienda del Mar Los Cabos, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort
Sandals Grenada Resort & Spa
Our Rating
7.9
9.1
Star Rating
4.5
5.0
Room Count
270
257
Restaurants
11
10
Pools
7
5
Year Opened
2000
2013
Year Renovated
2024
2013
Features
Metric
Hacienda del Mar Los Cabos, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort
Sandals Grenada Resort & Spa
All-Inclusive
Yes
Yes
Adults Only
No
Yes
Beach Access
Yes
Yes
Spa
Yes
Yes
Kids Club
Yes
No
Dining Comparison
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Hacienda del Mar Los Cabos, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort
Sandals Grenada Resort & Spa
Total Venues
17
18
Included
12
17
Extra Charge
5
1
Room Comparison
Metric
Hacienda del Mar Los Cabos, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort
Sandals Grenada Resort & Spa
Room Categories
15
10
Suite Categories
6
6
Activities Comparison
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Hacienda del Mar Los Cabos, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort
Sandals Grenada Resort & Spa
Total Activities
22
25
Included
14
22
Extra Charge
8
3
Pros & Cons
Hacienda del Mar Los Cabos, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort
Pros
The only Autograph Collection all-inclusive in Los Cabos — the brand designation brings Marriott Bonvoy points earning and a specific sense of place through the hacienda architecture
17 dining and drinking venues including a gourmet Mexican restaurant, cevichería beach club, and wine cave make this one of the more varied dining programs on the Tourist Corridor
Beach cabana massages with Sea of Cortez views are a specific experience that indoor spa facilities don't replicate
Cons
Pool loungers are difficult to secure in high season due to early-morning chair reservations — arrive at the pool by 8 AM or accept limited positioning
Breakfast service receives consistent criticism for slow pacing — plan extra time or arrive right when service starts
The beach is not swimmable — Los Cabos corridor Pacific currents are standard but worth understanding before booking
Sandals Grenada Resort & Spa
Pros
Pink Gin Beach is genuinely calm and swimmable — sheltered cove geometry prevents the choppy surf that affects more exposed Caribbean beaches.
Ten restaurants for 257 rooms is a high ratio, resulting in shorter waits and more consistent kitchen quality than larger Sandals properties.
Five-minute airport transfer is among the shortest in the Sandals chain — no long bus rides after a redeye.
SkyPool suites with private infinity plunge pools are architecturally distinctive and not replicated at most other properties.
PADI scuba diving up to two dives/day is included — at $80–100 per dive externally, this adds real value for certified divers.
The property's smaller, quieter personality makes it work well for couples who want intimacy over high-energy activity.
Cons
The Sandals app reservation system is unreliable — restaurants show as fully booked while tables are available, and closures go unannounced.
"Partial ocean view" and even some "ocean view" rooms deliver disappointing sightlines — verify the specific building and floor before booking.
Summary
Sandals Grenada Resort & Spa has a higher guest rating, while Hacienda del Mar Los Cabos, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort has more restaurants, while Hacienda del Mar Los Cabos, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort is the larger property, while Sandals Grenada Resort & Spa has more dining venues, while Sandals Grenada Resort & Spa offers more activities.
Butler Elite categories represent a meaningful price jump; the value is clearest for guests who actually use 24-hour room service and prefer to delegate planning.
Beach lounger availability at the South Seas pool requires early claiming (pre-8:30 AM on busy weeks) — not ideal for late risers.
Older sections of the property show maintenance wear relative to the newer Italian village buildings.
