With a stay at Barceló Gran Faro Los Cabos - All Inclusive in San José del Cabo (Zona Hotelera), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of San Jose del Cabo Art District and Puerto Los Cabos. .This all-inclusive property is 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Costa Azul Beach and 3.9 mi (6.3 km) from Palmilla Beach.
What's nearby
San Jose's Estuary and Bird Sanctuary - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Playa Hotelera - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
Plaza Mega Comercial Mexicana - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
Costa Azul Beach - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
San Jose del Cabo Art District - 4 min drive - 4.3 km
Getting around
Los Cabos Intl. Airport (SJD) - 18 min drive
Restaurants
Zài - 5 min walk
Panchos - 5 min walk
Zafiro - 8 min walk
Coffee House - 8 min walk
Cielito Lindo Sky Bar - 1 min walk
About this property
Barceló Gran Faro Los Cabos - All Inclusive
Family fun on the beach, with 5 outdoor pools, near San Jose del Cabo Art District
Barceló Gran Faro Los Cabos - All Inclusive offers 350 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and laptop-compatible safes. Televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include showers, designer toiletries, and complimentary toiletries.
This San José del Cabo property provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.
5 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a children's pool. Other recreational amenities include a sauna and a fitness center.
Children under 5 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
The onsite spa has 5 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, Swedish massages, and facials. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a hot tub, and a steam room. The spa is open daily.
Make yourself at home in one of the 350 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have showers and designer toiletries. Conveniences include phones, as well as laptop-compatible safes and desks.
Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages, body treatments, and facials. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, which include 5 outdoor pools, a nightclub, and an attached winery. This property also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and an arcade/game room.
Grab a bite at Las Olas, one of the property's 6 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Snacks are also available at the coffee shop/cafe. Relax with a refreshing drink from the poolside bar or one of the 4 bars/lounges. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.
Featured amenities include a business center, express check-out, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Event facilities at this property consist of a conference center and meeting rooms. Free self parking is available onsite.
A complimentary buffet breakfast is served each morning between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM.
Las Olas - This beachfront buffet restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Albatros Restaurant - Overlooking the garden, this buffet restaurant serves dinner only. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open daily.
Las Jicamas Mexican - This fine-dining restaurant serves dinner only. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Reservations are required. Open daily.
La Gondola Italian - This fine-dining restaurant serves dinner only. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Reservations are required. Open daily.
Kioto Sushi - Overlooking the ocean and golf course, this sushi bar specializes in sushi and serves dinner only. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Reservations are required. Open daily.
Late night fare is available from 24-hour room service.
All-inclusive details
This property is all-inclusive. Onsite food and beverages are included in the room price (some restrictions may apply).
Gratuities and taxes
Gratuities are included.
Food and beverages
Buffet and à la carte meals, snacks, and beverages included
In-room minibar (some restrictions)
Activities and facilities/equipment
All onsite activities and use of facilities and equipment are included.
Land activities
Fitness facilities
Lessons/classes/games
Aerobics
Dancing
Water fitness
Yoga
Entertainment
Onsite entertainment and activities
Theme parties
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Free self parking on site
Limited on-site self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking available
Food and drink
Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM
4 bars/lounges
6 restaurants
A coffee shop/cafe
A poolside bar
A swim-up bar
Couples/private dining
Snack bar/deli
Restaurants on site
Albatros Restaurant
Kioto Sushi
La Gondola Italian
Las Jicamas Mexican
Las Olas
Things to do
5 outdoor pools
Arcade/game room
Beach volleyball
Billiards/pool table
Children's pool
Free children's club
Full-service spa
Gym
Nightclub
Playground
Sauna
Shopping
TV in common areas
Winery
Family friendly
5 outdoor pools
Arcade/game room
Children's pool
Children's toys
Free children's club
Free supervised activities for children
In-room babysitting
In-room cot
Laundry facilities
Playground
Snack bar/deli
Soundproofed rooms
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Gift shop/newsstand
Hair salon
Laundry facilities
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Tour and ticket assistance
Wedding services
Business services
Business centre
Conference centre
Meeting room
Outdoors
Beach towels
Beach umbrellas
Firepit
Garden
On the beach
Outdoor entertainment area
Outdoor furniture
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Terrace
Full-service spa
5 treatment rooms
Body scrubs
Body wraps
Couples treatment rooms
Deep-tissue massages
Facials
Hot stone massages
Hot tub
Manicures/pedicures
Sauna
Spa open daily
Steam room
Swedish massages
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Handrails in stairways
Lift
Low-height door lock
Pool hoist on site
Stair-free path to entrance
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessibility
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible business centre
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-width doorways
More
3 buildings
5 floors
Banquet hall
Reception hall
Smoke-free property
Traditional architecture
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Blackout drapes
Free cot
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Bathroom
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Entertainment
TV with cable channels
Food and drink
24-hour room service
Champagne service
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Minibar
More
Air conditioning
Desk
Electrical adapters
Iron/ironing board
Laptop workspace
Laptop-compatible safe
Phone
Soundproofed rooms
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee for check-in between 11:00 AM and 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 2 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Free cribs are available on request at the property
Payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
Late check-in fee for check-in between 11:00 AM and 3:00 PM
Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
We should mention
Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
Children under 5 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision
Property is also known as
Barceló Grand Faro Los
Barceló Grand Faro Los All Inclusive
Barceló Grand Faro Los Cabos
Barceló Gran Faro Los Cabos All Inclusive San Jose del Cabo
Barcelo Grand Faro Los Cabos All Inclusive San Jose del Cabo
Barcelo Grand Faro Los Cabos San Jose del Cabo
Barceló Gran Faro Los Cabos San Jose del Cabo
Barceló Gran Faro Los Cabos
Barceló Gran Faro Los Cabos All Inclusive
Barceló Gran Faro Los Cabos - All Inclusive San José del Cabo
Barceló Gran Faro Los Cabos - All Inclusive Reviews
Reviews
7.8
Good
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We went in September, it was very quiet, not many people at all. We had our pick of beach chair at any point of the day. The swim up bar had its busy moments, but never more than 8 people. Food was good, buffet was adequate. Overall, a nice relaxing week-long vacation.
Arrived after a tropical storm, staff did not inform us that they only had 1 Restraunt open per night and the breakfast location was relocated to the cafe area.
The room was clean and the staff was friendly.
The hotel is going thru upgrades; the property is showing its age/ wear and tare (exposed rebar at the stairs, broke tiles, pools in rough shape etc)
What renovations have taken place are very well done
The Mexican restaurant (la a carte) service by Jonathon was hands down the best part of the trip, do not miss the chance to go here!
They had entertainment nightly which was good the themed dancing with authentic dinner was really amazing (staff could have or should have mentioned it upon checking into the resort; we only knew because of Jonathon letting us know.)
The pools area wasn’t overly clean (lots a debris in the pools)
The food at the buffet had little variety and little taste
Breakfast was limited
The omelet bar was excellent
Beaches were nice
lizards were adorable
This is a beautiful resort with beautiful views and huge pools and I would rate it as excellent except for the food. This was my 10 th time being in Cabo and I’ve stayed at different hotels and I hate to say but this was the worst buffet food of all of them. No bacon on breakfast buffet ! Very strange dishes and not a lot of anything. I saw people walking around and around trying to find something they liked. Also, beware when you get there not to talk with anyone walking up to you and saying they will get you checked in….they are time share agents!!!! I didn’t know that and so glad someone told me. I saw people wasting there whole day walking around with an agent “ of the hotel “ who is really just trying to get them in a time share.
Would not go again. I’ve visited many resorts and this was of the lower end. Even though there were healthy food options/ there weren’t many to choose from. Entertainment subpar, helpfulness of employees ummm hmmm well never mind. I will say that when I called the front desk for maintenance issues there was a quick response. If you go out and take shuttles, you will quickly see a vast difference between this place and the others. The bed was comfortable, and water pressure good. Overall it was a decent stay but from this experience I probably won’t ever visit Los Cabos again and def not this chain. I had an amazing time when I visited Cancun and stayed at another resort starting with an H- total opposite experiences. This is just MY experience, others may find this place wonderful- for me it was disappointing. I could not enjoy the mimosas (they didn’t use real orange juice) but breakfast was the best meal out of all. Normally I’m sad to leave resorts- I couldn’t wait to leave this one.
Hard sale time share property. Limited dining options, food available was awful. Hard to get into dining reservations. Resort was very low key, limited entertainment. Segregation of bars for members only, not disclosed during booking. We saw people throwing up in the swim up bar pool. Rooms and property at first look appear fine, but quickly realize how outdated they are. Would not stay here again.
Lydia
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
6/10 Okay
Alberto
27 Jun 2025
Dinning Options
Alberto
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
4/10 Poor
LeeAnn, El Campo
Travelled with partner
25 Jun 2025
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
It is now GR Solaris Lighthouse by the way. Food and drinks are horrible. Staff is useless. There is absolutely nothing to do unless you like either being in a pool or laying beside a pool. You can't rely on staff to help you if you have questions. Wasted money for us for sure. Despite being all inclusive, be fully prepared to pay for food and drinks and transporting t/from off property each day.
LeeAnn
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
6/10 Okay
Lance James
Travelled with partner
21 Jun 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
A lot of restaurants were closed and or not available for booking. Buffet food was standard amd drinks were slow.
Mid range AI
When we arrived at the hotel, it was under renovations (not stated on Expedia or the hotels website). Expedia is no longer taking reservations from this hotel but refused to help us move to another hotel. Some of the many issues at the hotel were hotel lobby, restaurants were closed, they were charging for room service, elevators were not functioning, etc. This was not an operational all inclusive resort which is what we paid for and expected. We are now out $4500 and it ruined our vacation. We tried to resolve with the hotel and they were rude and not helpful. We spent hours of our vacation on the phone trying to get a different hotel with no help at all from Expedia. We ended up paying for another hotel at an added expense of $1500. Expedia just takes your money and has horrible non existent customer service!
The staff were mostly helpful, very nice and friendly. The management a little less so.
The Faro Bar restaurant was closed an two elevators down. We paid a premium despite limited bar service and offering.
Note you are unable to swim in the ocean at this beach due to unsafe currents. The beach is very quiet and clean.
I love all the staff are very nice shout out to Samantha from entertainment,Ary from entertainment theyre very kind,helpful and hardworking. Shout out to Orlando from Italian restaurant and Gisela from retaurant close by the pool.theyre very helpful.the only thing i dont like is the restroom below the restaurant close by the pool.2 rooms were very dirty and only 2 were funtioning out of 4.tlyou should bulid anothe clean restroom with good lighting.Sushi restaurant should be in a nice cozy room not by the poolside.
Spent a few days here on a solo vacation. The resort is clean and on the smaller side. Definitely an older crowd as well. The area around the resort was nice with plently of outside food and shopping options. The food at the hotel restaurants was basic at best. Dont forget to check out the bar at the top of the lighthouse! The views are amazing and worth the climb up the stairs, or take the sketchy elevator.
Stayed here many times before new ownership. Love the updates the new ownership has done, don’t love the fact that it is becoming a timeshare or condo type situation. The workers worked very hard however, the resort was very understaffed. One area that has always needed improvement is in the food. I love the location, room was great, and the entertainment at the pool was great. And it’s Mexico, so what’s not to love!