The Kimpton Mas Olas Resort & Spa in Todos Santos
Where the Desert Meets the Sea: Kimpton Mas Olas Resort & Spa
Along Baja’s Pacific rim, the Kimpton Mas Olas Resort & Spa rises from the sand like a dream made real. Once a poblano chile farm in the 1930s and later a surfer’s hidden retreat, this 30-acre property has been reborn as an adults-only sanctuary where every moment feels tuned to the ocean’s pulse. Its name—Mas Olas, or “more waves”—says it all: the waves keep coming, and with them, endless renewal.
A Resort with Soul
Architect Alejandra Templeton designed Mas Olas as a modern pueblo, its low-slung villas built with woven palo de arco, handmade tiles, and artisan furniture. The 103 suites spill seamlessly into the outdoors: hammocks sway on rooftops, outdoor showers open to the sky, and fire pits glow as the Pacific thunders nearby. For those craving indulgence, the 12 oceanfront villas—with private plunge pools—deliver front-row seats to nature’s spectacle.
Nature at the Core
Mas Olas is more than beautiful; it’s deeply sustainable. Nine gardens, two farms, and a citrus orchard feed the kitchens. A solar farm powers the resort. Turtles and seabirds find sanctuary along the dunes. Guests stroll garden paths, pedal electric bikes to the sea, and breathe air as unspoiled as the starry skies overhead.
Sanctuary in the Spa
The Botánica Spa is the resort’s crown jewel: 25,000 square feet devoted to wellness and ritual. Picture a Himalayan salt sauna glowing softly in the twilight, hydrotherapy pools bubbling beneath the palms, and outdoor treatment nests hidden among tropical gardens. An apothecary lets guests blend their own oils and scrubs, making every visit a personal journey.
The Flavor of Baja
Chef Sandro Falbo’s menus capture Baja’s soul with an Italian-born flair.
Centro Café serves garden-to-glass juices, roasted coffee, and light fare with views of migrating whales.
Botánica Garden Restaurant celebrates farm-to-table dining, where citrus trees and garden beds surround your table.
Kahal turns dinner into drama, with seaweed chicharrón guacamole, smoked lobster ravioli, and the Pacific itself as backdrop.
Beyond the Resort
A short drive away, the Pueblo Mágico of Todos Santos invites exploration: cobblestone streets, colorful galleries, and a lively market square. Guests can spend the day wandering town, then retreat to the hush of Mas Olas by nightfall.
Don’t Miss
Oceanfront Villa at Sunset: Best seat in the house for Baja’s fiery skies.
Hydrotherapy Circuit: Move from sauna to cold plunge to salt pool—it’s a ritual worth savoring.
Whale Watching from Centro Café: Order a mezcal cocktail, keep your eyes on the horizon.
Best Time to Visit
November to April: Cooler temperatures and prime whale-watching season.
Summer: Warm, quiet, and intimate—ideal if you want the beach to yourself.
