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Best Valle de Guadalupe Hotels & Vacation Rentals: Where to Stay for Your Wine Tasting Getaway

Updated on March 30, 2021

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Valle de Guadalupe in Baja California, Mexico is buzzing with energy, creativity, and talent. It’s a wine and food lover’s destination on the rise. And there’s an endless array of options for accommodations. Here’s my accommodation guide on the best Valle de Guadalupe hotels:

Contents

  • Best Places to Stay in Valle de Guadalupe
    • Valle de Guadalupe Luxury Hotels
      • El Cielo Winery and Resort
      • La Villa del Valle
    • Valle de Guadalupe Boutique Hotels and Bed and Breakfasts
      • Casa Mayoral
      • Terra del Valle Bed and Breakfast
      • Maglén Resort
      • Vinophiliac Bed and Breakfast
      • Hacienda Guadalupe Hotel
    • Mid-Range Hotels
      • Villa Victoria
      • Quinta Maria en la Ruta del Vino
    • Budget Hotels in Valle de Guadalupe
      • Rancho El Campanario en La Ruta del Vino
    • Best Vacation Rentals in Valle de Guadalupe
      • 1. Oceanfront Villa Bitterlin
      • 2. Casa Mazahua
      • 3. Cabana #3
      • 4. Casa Marieta
      • 5. Wine Country Loft
    • Best Hotels in Ensenada
      • Punta Morro Hotel
    • Travel Tips and FAQ for Valle de Guadalupe
      • 1. When is the best time to visit Valle de Guadalupe?
      • 2. What are road conditions like in Valle de Guadalupe?
      • 3. What are the best wineries in the valley?
      • 4. How much wine can you bring back to the U.S?

Best Places to Stay in Valle de Guadalupe

manmade lake with palm trees by a winery

As someone who lives just over the border in San Diego, I’m fortunate that I can visit northern Mexico so easily. (I love the spa at Rancho la Puerta in Tecate too.)

In Valle de Guadalupe, I can highly recommend Casa Mayoral from personal experience (see below). However, I’ve also curated a detailed list of other accommodation options for easy one-stop shopping.

These are the best of the best, based on a thorough review of visitor ratings and reviews, value for the price, and type of accommodation.  If I’ve missed a place you loved—or you have feedback on a featured hotel—please leave a comment and let me know.

Please note: Wifi is spotty throughout Valle de Guadalupe. While these properties typically include free wifi, just be aware that you may still struggle a bit, no matter where you stay.

Read more:

• The Best Wineries in Valle de Guadalupe

• Mexico travel tips

• Best vacation rentals in San Diego

• Where to stay in Maui

blue road sign with arrows pointing to best wineries in valle de guadalupe

Valle de Guadalupe Luxury Hotels

El Cielo Winery and Resort

Located conveniently in the heart of Guadalupe Valley, this five-star hotel is far and away a guest favorite. The hotel is surrounded by the mountains and nestled in between olive groves and vineyards, with two lakes on the property.

Furnished in warm earth tones, guest rooms include private baths and a private sitting area. Some rooms also include a terrace for sweeping views of Valle de Guadalupe. An onsite bar and outdoor pool are popular amenities here.

El Cielo’s on-site restaurant, Latitud 32, is renowned for its Baja-Yucatan fusion cuisine and beef dishes. Free parking is included at the hotel.

Best Parts: Outdoor swimming pool and valley views

Best for: Couples and families who appreciate luxury. (Two bedroom suites are available.)

Be Aware: Due to its popularity, this hotel stays booked. Book early!

Click here for latest prices and availability at El Cielo Winery and Resort.

La Villa del Valle

La Villa del Valle offers six beautiful and romantic rooms with individually decorated designer bathrooms. The hotel sits perched high on a hill (near Vena Cava winery) in a central location.

Guests enjoy panoramic views of vineyards, olive groves, and mountains. Three rooms offer balconies with Mexican “chimineas” (wood burning fireplaces).

A full breakfast is included here. Plus, you’ll find Mexican cookies and fresh fruit waiting for you when you check in.

Best Parts: The lovely library and being treated like a VIP

Best for: A romantic getaway

Be Aware: There is a strict cancellation policy here. (Cancel 21 days in advance or forfeit payment.)

Click here for latest prices and availability at La Villa del Valle.

colorful mural of a man crushing grapes in a barrel

Valle de Guadalupe Boutique Hotels and Bed and Breakfasts

Casa Mayoral

This is where we stayed on our most recent visit to Valle de Guadalupe. You just won’t find a more welcoming hostess than Adriana, whose family has owned this land for more than thirty years. With views of young vineyards, the property feels both sprawling and intimate.

  • Casa Mayoral bed and breakfast lValle de Guadalupe
  • Casa Mayoral where to stay valle de guadalupe

Modern, elegant casitas for two are designed around a commitment to eco-friendly practices and minimizing the impact on the land, without a single compromise for the guest experience. Also, you’re welcome to bring your friendly pet for your stay!

A hearty Mexican breakfast is included in your stay and is served outside on the terrace on warm sunny days. I’d head back here without a second thought!

Best Parts: Romantic rooms and feeling like family during your stay

Best for: A romantic weekend away

Be Aware: Adriana’s two friendly dogs and a cat roam the property here. If you’re not comfortable with animals, book elsewhere.

Click here for latest prices and availability at Casa Mayoral.

Terra del Valle Bed and Breakfast

This beautiful eco-friendly bed and breakfast is self-sustaining! Its energy comes from solar panels and its water from an underground well (with purifying filters).

Walls are stuffed with straw to cool rooms in the summer and provide warmth in the winter.

In following with its emphasis on eco-friendly principles, this B&B is also landscaped with native plants and volcanic rocks to require little water. Terra del Valle gets high marks from guests for both service and value.

Best Parts: Delicious breakfast and onsite jacuzzi

Best for: Couples and groups of friends

Be Aware: There’s no television. Less centrally located in the valley.

Click here for latest prices and availability at Terra del Valle Bed and Breakfast.

wood and steel winery in Valle de Guadalupe

Maglén Resort

Stylish and upscale, guests at Maglén Resort can choose from three room concepts here:

(1)The Villages (great for groups), (2) Tesela (intimate casita-like structures of metal and wood) and (3) The Encinal (rooms with a coffeemaker, mini-fridge and more).

In addition to on-site parking, a large patio, air conditioning, and a swimming pool, the resort offers two on-site restaurants: Ha’ache (fresh Mediterranean country cuisine) and Quarry (sophisticated French-Asian fusion).

Best Parts: Two excellent restaurants on site

Best for: Weddings, groups

Be Aware: This hotel is a best seller! Book early (or stay midweek) to avoid disappointment.

Click here for latest prices and availability at Maglén Resort.

Vinophiliac Bed and Breakfast

There are three comfortable suites here that include locally made Mexican furniture and comfy sitting areas. Each suite includes a kitchenette, sitting area, and private bathroom. Guests who stay at Vinophiliac Bed and Breakfast say it reminds them of a visit to grandma’s house.

Your stay here includes a complimentary glass of wine and continental breakfast. An honor bar is also stocked with local wines, beers, olives, and sodas.

Best Parts: Fresh fruit from the orchard

Best for: Groups and families

Be Aware:  Rooms have a “homey” feel more than a high end “luxury” feel.

Click here for latest prices and availability at Vinophiliac Bed and Breakfast.

landscape vista near a hotel where to stay in valle de guadalupe

Hacienda Guadalupe Hotel

Hacienda Guadalupe Hotel is a popular wedding venue due to its 16 contemporary rooms with an onsite vineyard and restaurant.

Guest rooms offer high thread count sheets, balconies, air conditioning, and room service, and a Keurig coffee maker among other amenities.

The restaurant focuses on regional and Mexican flavors. A pool completes the experience.

Best Parts: Homemade beer!

Best for: Weddings and groups

Be Aware: This hotel stays booked during prime tourist season. Book early.

Click here for latest prices and availability at Hacienda Guadalupe Hotel.

Mid-Range Hotels

Villa Victoria

Each cozy “villa” at Villa Victoria comes with a kitchen that includes a refrigerator, stove, microwave, and coffee maker.

While the villas are designed for two, with a single bedroom, two additional people can be accommodated in the living room.

Villas are kept sparkling clean and furnishings have a warm, simple “Ikea-like” vibe. A/C is included.

Best Parts: Kitchen access and well-maintained property

Best for: Small families and guests who prefer a kitchen

Be Aware: These villas are newly constructed so there isn’t a lot of landscaping around them just yet.

Click here for latest prices and availability at Villa Victoria.

Quinta Maria en la Ruta del Vino

This beautiful B&B has real Mexican flair. Rooms are painted in warm bright colors, with Mexican patterned quilts and throws on the beds.

Quinta Maria feels secluded, but guests enjoy easy access to area wineries and tranquil views, with only the sound of birds breaking the silence.

Terraces provide a lovely spot to enjoy the view with friendly dogs. Or sit in the flower-filled garden.

Best Parts: Friendly hosts with insider recommendations on wineries and where to eat.

Best for: Couples

Be Aware: Friendly dogs roam the property here.

Click here for latest prices and availability at Quinta Maria en la Ruta del Vino.

barrels stack inside Vena Cava Winery

Budget Hotels in Valle de Guadalupe

Rancho El Campanario en La Ruta del Vino

Rancho El Companario en La Ruta del Vino is a no-frills hotel that is very clean and comes with friendly hosts. Each room comes with a seating area, television, and desk.

Also included: a breakfast of coffee, bread, and fruit. Coffee and cookies are offered in the mornings as well.

Be sure to bring cash to pay for the room.

Best Parts: Attentive staff and convenient location

Best for: Budget travelers

Be Aware: The location can be a bit hard to find based on directions from the hotel.

Click here for latest prices and availability at Rancho El Companario en La Ruta del Vino.

Best Vacation Rentals in Valle de Guadalupe

1. Oceanfront Villa Bitterlin

If you’re looking to combine your wine tasting adventure in the valley with some beach time or surfing in Ensenada, stay at the Oceanfront Villa Bitterlin for a bucket list stay.

This unique and beautiful property sleeps six with three bedrooms and one bath and, as advertised, it’s oceanfront in Ensenada…so about a 45 minute drive to Valle de Guadalupe.

Guest review: “One of a kind architectural by prime surf spot! Loved every bit of it.” — Toby G., Dec 2020

Check price and availability at oceanfront Villa Bitterlin here.

interior of living room
Photo credit: Villa Bitterlin via VRBO

2. Casa Mazahua

This private cottage is nestled among the vineyards and includes two bedrooms, two full baths, a kitchen, and a private outdoor patio with a shower. It’s perfect for up to six people.

This is luxe living with a pool, flat screen TV, AC, fire pit, sandy volleyball court, and gorgeous views from the terrace. It’s also pet-friendly and close to fabulous restaurants.

Check out prices and availability of Casa Mazahua here.

cottage exterior at sunset
Photo credit: Casa Mazahua via owner

3. Cabana #3

There’s no better way to get your wine weekend on than to stay in a vineyard. Cabana #3 is the perfect romantic stay inside the En’kanto vineyard.

Sip wine in the large soaking bathtub or in the patio hammock near the chiminea. This lovely studio sleeps three with a king bed and pull out sofa bed in the sitting area.

Guest review: “Amazing! Everything about this place is top notch. Setting is spectacular, the owners so accommodating and helpful and of course the cabin is gorgeous and luxurious with views of the vines and hills in the distance.”

Check out prices and availability on Cabana #3 here.

patio view
Photo credit: Cabana 3 viaVRBO

4. Casa Marieta

Casa Marieta is a one bedroom guesthouse with two beds that can sleep four guests.  It includes a bathroom, kitchen and living room.

Centrally located, Casa Marieta gets top marks from guests for being sparkling clean and quiet.

While it’s not as fancy as some other accommodation options in Valle de Guadalupe, it’s comfortable and provides great value for the price.

The best parts are the location and homey feeling. It makes a perfect base for small families or a girl’s getaway. Just be aware the Wifi doesn’t work great here! (But you’ll be wine tasting anyway, right?)

Click here for latest prices and availability at Casa Marieta.

5. Wine Country Loft

Also located inside the En’kanto vineyard, the wine country loft features a private one bedroom loft and 2 pull out sofas to sleep up to six people.

Grill on your private patio and then dine al fresco as you enjoy stunning views othe mountain and vineyard. The boulder garden around the property offers extra privacy.

Guest review: “We loved this loft. It was cozy and spacious at the same time.” — Rosanna B.

Check price and availability on the Wine Country Loft here.

kitchen interior
Photo credit: Wine country loft via VRBO
black and white straw mural on a building

Best Hotels in Ensenada

It’s only an hour drive between coastal Ensenada and Valle de Guadalupe so if you’re inclined to go wine tasting during the day and listen to the waves at night, you can easily do it. Here’s one of the most popular hotels that delivers good value:

Punta Morro Hotel

Punta Morro enjoys a fantastic location on a private beach, just three miles from Ensenada. Guests here love the private ocean view terraces and gardens.

It’s a 25-minute drive from here to Valle de Guadalupe and a 45-minute drive to see La Bufadora Blowhole.

Rooms are clean and staff is friendly and efficient. Punta Morro offers a warm, modern, luxury ascetic. There’s also a restaurant on-site.

Best Parts: The oceanside pool and sun terrace are guest favorites.

Best for: Couples who love the beach.

Be Aware: Minor construction nearby may make terraces a bit noisy.

Click here for latest prices and availability at Punta Morro Hotel.

Magoni winery picnic table

Travel Tips and FAQ for Valle de Guadalupe

1. When is the best time to visit Valle de Guadalupe?

For fewer crowds and better prices, visit the valley in the spring or fall. The weather is perfect. The most popular time to visit Valle de Guadalupe is in August during wine picking and crushing season. Expect hot, dry weather then.

The summer is particularly active with wine and food festivals. You can review the 2019 calendar of events here.

2. What are road conditions like in Valle de Guadalupe?

Freeways are clean and in good repair. However, many visitors appreciate having an SUV to navigate the bumpy dirt roads that crisscross the valley and lead to many wineries and world-class restaurants. If it’s raining, expect mud!

3. What are the best wineries in the valley?

You can read my picks for the best wineries in Valle de Guadalupe here.

4. How much wine can you bring back to the U.S?

If you’re heading back to the U.S., you can only legally bring one bottle of wine per person into the country. Otherwise, remember to declare the wines you buy and anticipate paying taxes. Otherwise, if you’re caught, expect to be labeled a smuggler! Don’t do it!

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  1. AvatarVijay Patel says

    July 26, 2019 at 12:15 am

    I actually never heard of this place Valle de Guadalupe. This place is new to me. Anyways, apart from all this, this place id just heaven. I love everything, the surrounding, the ambiance, the nearby places, the interiors, an so on. I just love all these hotels, they are so cool. I will definitely visit Valle de Guadalupe and stay in these great hotels. Thank you for sharing this wonderful post. Have a nice day.

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