La Ribera

Travel Guide
La Ribera showing a garden
Colorful rocks line the rear of quiet secluded beaches, where you’ll find thatched palapas, seafood restaurants and an old lighthouse.

La Ribera is a charming fishing town in the Cabo Riviera, a stunning coast lined by white-sand beaches. The crystalline waters of the Gulf of California provide a shimmering window for viewing the large and colorful fish here. Participate in watersports activities in this serene bay.

Go fishing for tuna, roosterfish and dorado among the enormous catches found in this part of the sea. Stroll along the shore with your family and enjoy the views of the bay. La Ribera Beach has safe and shallow water that is ideal for kids. Take shelter from the afternoon heat in the shade of thatched palapas.

Near the beach, rent equipment for kayaking and sport fishing. Stand-up paddleboarding and snorkeling are among the popular activities here, along with biking and hiking. Try the seafood at one of the beachside restaurants that provide vistas of the bay.

Lodge at the exclusive hotel a little inland from the beach. Take out an all-terrain vehicle with a tour operator and explore the dirt roads enclosing the town. You can also take boat trips around the region.

Head a little southeast along the coast to reach Punta Colorada Beach. Admire the rock formations rising from the rear of this remote stretch of sand. As you walk southeast along the strand, you’ll reach the defunct Punta Arena Lighthouse, which has black and white stripes.

Find La Ribera at the northern end of the East Cape at the foot of the Baja California Peninsula. Arrive via one of the airports in the region and drive here by rental car. You can leave your vehicle in the parking lot at the back of the beach. Make sure to visit nearby highlights, such as Cabo Pulmo and San José del Cabo.

La Ribera is a secluded spot for fishing, all-terrain driving and sunbathing.

Four Seasons Resort Los Cabos at Costa Palmas
Four Seasons Resort Los Cabos at Costa Palmas
5 out of 5
Calle Hacienda Eureka s/n, Entre calle Santa Maria de la Ribera, La Ribera, BCS
The price is $1,030 per night from Oct 17 to Oct 18
$1,030
per night
Oct 17 - Oct 18
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in La Ribera. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 7 outdoor pools. Popular attractions La Ribera Beach and Punta Colorada Beach ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (28 reviews)
"I know am a tad in reviewing- stayed there Feb 11-15 to celebrate my bday and anniversary. Had a wonderful time from the moment we stepped inside. It’s worth all $$$$ spent. Property itself is aesthetically designed - amazing landscape and sits right on the beach. All the staff were very warm and ..."

Reviewed on Mar 9, 2023

Four Seasons Resort Los Cabos at Costa Palmas
Beautiful home with separate Casita, Ocean Views, Pool, 100 yards to the beach!!
Beautiful home with separate Casita, Ocean Views, Pool, 100 yards to the beach!!
La Ribera
Stay at this vacation home in La Ribera. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and breakfast. Popular attractions La Ribera Beach and Punta Colorada Beach are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
Terrific place
"We came down as a family with people ranging from age 5 to age 90. We all loved it. My 90 year old dad enjoyed navigating the roads and beaches. Our little 5 year old jumped in and out of the pool all day long with a big "kowabunga" yell or "bobbed up and down in the gentle ocean waves". The casita ..."

Reviewed on May 25, 2023

Beautiful home with separate Casita, Ocean Views, Pool, 100 yards to the beach!!
Beachfront Hacienda on the Sea of Cortez with pool near Four Season Resort
Beachfront Hacienda on the Sea of Cortez with pool near Four Season Resort
La Ribera
Stay at this beach villa in La Ribera. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a beach locale. Popular attractions La Ribera Beach and Punta Colorada Beach are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (10 reviews)
Okla folks
"We loved it. This was our second visit. Stayed 10 days. Caught our limit of mahi mahi. Loved the beach and pool !!! Great weather too"

Reviewed on Sep 5, 2023

Beachfront Hacienda on the Sea of Cortez with pool near Four Season Resort
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Beautiful home with separate Casita, Ocean Views, Pool, 100 yards to the beach!!
Beautiful home with separate Casita, Ocean Views, Pool, 100 yards to the beach!!
La Ribera
Stay at this vacation home in La Ribera. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and breakfast. Popular attractions La Ribera Beach and Punta Colorada Beach are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
Terrific place
"We came down as a family with people ranging from age 5 to age 90. We all loved it. My 90 year old dad enjoyed navigating the roads and beaches. Our little 5 year old jumped in and out of the pool all day long with a big "kowabunga" yell or "bobbed up and down in the gentle ocean waves". The casita ..."

Reviewed on May 25, 2023

Beautiful home with separate Casita, Ocean Views, Pool, 100 yards to the beach!!
Beachfront Hacienda on the Sea of Cortez with pool near Four Season Resort
Beachfront Hacienda on the Sea of Cortez with pool near Four Season Resort
La Ribera
Stay at this beach villa in La Ribera. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a beach locale. Popular attractions La Ribera Beach and Punta Colorada Beach are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (10 reviews)
Okla folks
"We loved it. This was our second visit. Stayed 10 days. Caught our limit of mahi mahi. Loved the beach and pool !!! Great weather too"

Reviewed on Sep 5, 2023

Beachfront Hacienda on the Sea of Cortez with pool near Four Season Resort
Beautiful New Beachfront home near Costa Palmas (Four Seasons) on the Eastcape
Beautiful New Beachfront home near Costa Palmas (Four Seasons) on the Eastcape
La Ribera
Stay at this vacation home in La Ribera. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and onsite parking. Popular attractions La Ribera Beach and Punta Colorada Beach are ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (5 reviews)
Stunning modern beach house
"The house is even more stunning in person than in the pictures. We loved the modern decor, open floor plan, high ceilings and floor to ceiling windows. The beach and unobstructed ocean views were fabulous. Lots of beautiful sunsets. Ocean was calm until a storm came in. The kitchen is fully stocked ..."

Reviewed on Sep 22, 2022

Beautiful New Beachfront home near Costa Palmas (Four Seasons) on the Eastcape
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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A.E.
Jan 5, 2019

one newer restaurant in town, along the road to Cabo Pulmo, serving excellent "home cooking" breakfast, lunch, and dinner makes La Ribera easier to visit than a few years ago, but expect very few tourist services [the only ATM in town may be broken]

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