After
a soft opening in November, Grand Velas Los Cabos officially opened its
doors on December 20. The $150 million resort on Mexico’s Baja
Peninsula is the fifth property of Velas Resorts with over 20 years of
tradition in hospitality. The beachfront property has enhanced signature
facilities and services of Grand Velas resorts including duplex
wellness suites with juice bars, wine-based features inspired by the
proximity to the region producing Mexico’s fine wines, and dramatic
ocean views and unique spaces infusing every area of the resort. A
gallery of contemporary art opening soon continues the company’s
commitment to bringing the art, fashion and culture of Mexico to
guests. Grand Velas Los Cabos offers the next generation of
all-inclusive amenities and facilities including a selection of gourmet
specialty restaurants led by top chefs, including two star Michelin chef
Sidney Schutte; oversize designer suites, some with plunge pools; a
Leading Spa of the World; staff ratio of 3 to 1; exceptional meeting
facilities, and a commitment to the environment.
Located
between Cabo San Lucas and San Jose del Cabo, Grand Velas Los Cabos
features 304 ocean view suites, all over 1,180 sq. ft. with private
terraces and some with personal plunge pools. In addition, five gourmet
restaurants with an extensive beverage and wine program; a 16,370 sq.
ft. convention center with the capability for 20 breakout rooms; 35,000
sq. ft. spa with 16 treatment rooms and a leading hydrotherapy facility;
three pools; and pool and beach concierges are available. Rounding out
the list of amenities and services are a Life Fitness Center with
personal trainers, exercise programs, yoga, Pilates and meditation;
recreational activities program; separate teens’ and kids’ club
facilities and activities program; 24-hour personalized butler concierge
service; and 24-hour insuite service. The curved, half-moon design of
the hotel catches eyes with an iconic grand entrance that’s open air,
three stories high and over 300 ft. above sea level. All of this
beachfront, just 35 minutes from the Los Cabos International Airport
which directly services over 40 destinations in the United States,
Canada and Latin America.
Rates
start at $750 per person per night in double occupancy and include
luxury suite accommodations, a la carte gourmet meals, premium branded
beverages, 24-hour in-suite service, fitness center, nightly
entertainment, and more.
Gourmet Culinary Program
Grand
Velas Los Cabos’ variety of gourmet restaurants and foodie experiences
allow guests to explore and savor a worldly fusion of flavors without
leaving the comfort of the resort. Food, creativity and presentation
comparable to that of top restaurants in world capitals is served in
five fine-dining restaurants, including the resort’s signature
restaurant, Cocina de Autor, which is helmed by two star Michelin chef
Sidney Schutte. Other on-property fine dining options include Frida,
offering Mexican fine dining; Piaf, which serves gourmet French
specialties; and Lucca, with a menu of traditional Italian cuisine. For
guests seeking a casual dining experience, the all-day dining restaurant
Azul offers panoramic beach vistas and a relaxing, open-air, yet
air-conditioned, environment in which to indulge in international
cuisine. Amat Café serves up coffee specialties, Velas 10 prepares
seafood and steak and Cabrilla focuses on fresh ceviche. 24-hour
In-Suite Dining is also offered.
Offering
innovative libations and sensory ambiances for every mood, the resort
features four diverse bars: Sky Bar, Miramar Bar, the bar at Cocina de
Autor, and Koi. Highlights of the casually elegant space at Koi include a
dramatic marble bar, state of the art sound and video equipment and
comfortable seating groups. A DJ will spin the latest hits for guests’
listening and dancing pleasure with a dedicated dance floor.
All restaurants and bars are designed to take full advantage of the stunning views and have indoor and open air seating.
Renowned for the best Mexican wines, Baja California furthers its appeal for wine aficionados at Grand Velas Los Cabos.
Bringing
a wealth of knowledge from decades of experience across many
continents, Master Sommelier Don Pedro Poncelis Brambila is responsible
for developing the wine list comprised of 50 included wines of
sparkling, white, rose and red from the best regions of several grape
varieties in addition to a supplemental list of over 200 wines of the
world from the very best and most prestigious domaines. Furthermore, he
will implement various wine offerings for resort guests, such as food
& wine pairings, wine tastings and even a wine lovers over the top
getaway for millionaires.
Unique
dining events, foodie experiences, premium liquor brands, and custom
cocktails in innovative ways are also planned for the resort.
Designer Suites
Stylish
suites vary in size from 1,180 to 3,412 sq. ft., while all feature
ocean views and a private terrace with sitting area, separate living
area with sofa, king or two queen beds, expansive bathroom with Jacuzzi
and built-in shower. Daily turndown, personal concierge service, daily
stocked premium mini-bar with refreshments and snacks, red and white
wine from Ensenada, Nespresso Coffee Maker, high definition flat screen
with digital cable TV, L’Occitane bath amenities, goose down pillows and
comforters, and a pillow menu are also available insuite. A private
plunge pool also greets guests in Grand Class Suites, the multi-bedroom
Presidential and Governor Suites, and the Imperial Suite – opening
February 2017.
All
six two-level Wellness Suites are double height with lofted ceilings
and feature a plethora of fitness and wellness amenities, such as Life
Fitness recline bike, spa concierge, Vitamin C sprinkler, crudité
minibar, aromatherapy kit, in-suite massage and more. All Wellness
Suites face the spa with the second level being exclusive for the
fitness amenities, inclusive of a juice bar with a wide selection of
juices and healthy beverages.
Signature Spa
The
two-level, 35,000 sq. ft. Spa at Grand Velas Los Cabos has 16 treatment
rooms, some with a water view. Guests enjoy authentic and innovative
treatments using the latest technology and products of the Earth,
traditional in the Mexican culture. Signature treatments center around
the Blue Agave plant native to Mexico and its pre-Columbian ancestral
healing benefits.
Included
in any treatment of 50 minutes or more, a seven step water journey
features a eucalyptus-scented steam room with chromotherapy, polar pool,
aromatherapy sensory shower, sauna, Jacuzzi and multi-sensory pool. The
central pool features several hydro elements such as powerful massaging
faucets for neck and back and bubble beds, carved-stone chaises with
jets set just underneath the surface of the water on which guests
recline. A spa valet provides personalized direction to make sure guests
get the most out of the truly relaxing hydrotherapy experience — such
as how to alternate the various hot and cold rooms and pools, and how
long to linger in them. Upon completion of the journey, guests recline
on heated loungers with warm neck pillows, cool scented towels and
cucumbers on the eyes to ensure the body is fully relaxed for a
treatment.
The
‘Spa Atelier’ is a unique concept which further complements the
treatments and philosophy of the spa via a series of specifically
designed educational workshops for guests to participate in. Tailored to
aid a variety of ailments and needs, these custom-made workshops are
inspired by local Mexican culture and based upon the principles of
ancient Ayurvedic medicine. With a selection of interesting and
informative courses on skincare, nutrition, aromatherapy, water and tea
rituals, there is something suitable for all guests, including couples
and little ones.
A
men’s barber shop complements beauty salon services for women and
haircuts for babies. Massages, body treatments and facials for kids and
teens are offered insuite. Pre-wedding services and treatments are available for brides, grooms and their wedding parties.
Contemporary Mexican Design
Ricardo
Elias, principal of Elias and Elias Architects in Guadalajara, who
designed the highly acclaimed Grand Velas Resorts in Riviera Maya and
Riviera Nayarit, returned once again to Grand Velas as the architectural
designer for the Los Cabos location. Created to exist harmoniously
within the rugged topography of its environment, the resort is an oasis
in the middle of the contrasting landscapes of the area made up of
beautiful beaches, boulders, desert and deep blue sea. The overall
color of the hotel, which is in tones similar to the boulders and sands
of the destination, was chosen to reduce the dazzle that the strong
desert sun produces on light buildings and integrate it into the
character of Los Cabos.
Contemporary
Mexican with touches inspired by traditional Mexican architecture, a
signature of Grand Velas Resorts, the interiors, furnishings and
decoration of the various restaurants and public areas of the hotel were
commissioned to various interior design firms and integrated into the
architectural project of the hotel. Niz + Chauvet Arquitectos is
responsible for the design at Azul Restaurant while Ezequiel Farca did
Lucca and Frida restaurants. Ernesto Vela led the interior design for
the Ambassador, Grand Class, Presidential and Imperial Suites in
addition to Cocina de Autor restaurant and bar, Velas 10 and KOI bar.
The interior design for the resort’s duplex Wellness Suites and
multi-bedroom Governor Suites as well as Piaf restaurant was done by
Cassal Diseño (Larissa Garcia Stiles). The interior design of the Spa,
the public areas of the Hotel as well as the Teens Club and Kids Club
was made by Melin Castro Design.
Meetings and Events
The
Convention Center at Grand Velas Los Cabos offers 16,370 sq. ft. of
flexible event space, with the capacity to hold up to 1,700 attendees.
With two large ballrooms, the greater being over 10,700 sq. ft., the
space can be conveniently divided into 20 breakout rooms. An oceanfront
terrace offers space for up to 600. The resort features a dedicated area
for events, the only at a hotel in the destination, for everyone from
family groups and weddings to private dinners.
“Our
convention center is undoubtedly one of the largest and most functional
of the area that will accommodate a wide variety of top national and
international meetings and conventions,” said Eduardo Vela Ruiz, owner,
founder and president of Velas Resorts.
In
addition to customizable meeting space, the resort offers
top-of-the-line audio-visual equipment, technical support, secretarial
and translation services, and a fully-equipped business center. With its
convenient location to the airport, special pre- and- post -group
rates, and easy access to an abundance of local activities, Grand Velas
is a perfect destination for a meeting and a vacation all in one. The
resort’s expert meetings and events team is dedicated to deliver
accessible, well-equipped and exceptional meetings and events tailored
to every guest need.
Leisure Activities
A
leisurely day at the resort is effortless with a sun-soaked afternoon
walking miles of uninterrupted beach or lounging at one of the resort’s
tiered three pools. All are infinity pools providing maximum views of
the Sea of Cortes and its famed whale watching. Grand Velas also offers a
collection of workout programs such as yoga and Pilates.
For
families travelling with children, Grand Velas’ Kids’ Club offers a
safe, fun and creative environment to explore interactive activities
such as soccer, treasure hunting and cooking classes. The resort’s
Teens’ Club is a contemporary space where teens from 13-18 years old can
enjoy their own mini vacation. The Teens’ Club features an extensive
game room complete with an X-Box Kinect, pool table, air hockey, ping
pong, foosball, karaoke set with vintage dance floor and more. A kids’
pool with splash pad and playground are also available.
Eco-Friendly Hospitality Practices
Grand
Velas Los Cabos has been meticulously designed to exist harmoniously
within its fragile environment. To create the site for the resort,
several hundred trees and cacti that only grow a centimeter a year were
dug up and transplanted so all are used, protecting the native flora and
fauna of the region. Eliminating the need to rely upon local and
regional natural resources, Grand Velas Los Cabos’ Reverse-Osmosis
Desalting Plants operate self-sufficiently. For every liter of potable
water, the resort is able to re-use 2.54 cups for general purposes,
while 1.69 cups are returned to the subsoil, aiding in the conservation
of the environment. Saving 30% of all water used in the entire laundry
process, the laundry facilities include a water treatment plant that
efficiently filters soapy waters to then be used in the rinsing process.
The residual water treatment facility receives and processes all the
water from the entire resort, which is then used for the watering of all
exterior gardens and surrounding mangroves and jungle.
Rates
start at $750 per person per night in double occupancy. The
all-inclusive rate includes luxury suite accommodations, a la carte
gourmet meals at a variety of specialty restaurants, premium branded
beverages, 24-hour in-suite service, fitness center, nightly
entertainment and more. For more reservations or more information on
Grand Velas Los Cabos, please call 1-888-407-4869 or visit http://loscabos.grandvelas.
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