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Loreto stretches along the sunny Gulf of California, also known as the Sea of Cortez. Although the surrounding seas are nearly five million years old, they are also one of the youngest on the planet.

Loreto Travel Packages

Region: Mexico

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Featured Loreto Hotel

  • Villa del Palmar Beach Resort & Spa at the Islands of Loreto

    Villa del Palmar Beach Resort & Spa at the Islands of Loreto

    Loreto, Mexico
    Our 4-Star classification designates those properties with well-appointed, deluxe accommodations, extensive amenities and comprehensive guest services. Expect attention to detail and a warm and hospitable staff ready to cater to your needs. These superb properties offer a truly refined getaway.
    • Not An All-Inclusive Property
      Not An All-Inclusive Property
    • Golf on Property
      Golf on Property
    • No Honeymoon Amenity
      No Honeymoon Amenity
    • Spa Services
      Spa Services
    • Not an Adults Only Property
      Not an Adults Only Property
    • Family Program Not Offered
      Family Program Not Offered
    • Beachfront Property
      Beachfront Property
    • Meal Plan Available
      Meal Plan Available
    • Condominium Available
      Condominium Available
    • Free Wi-Fi
      Free Wi-Fi

    This beautiful hotel affords access to 4447 acres of unspoiled beauty.

    • Not An All-Inclusive Property
      Not An All-Inclusive Property
    • Golf on Property
      Golf on Property
    • No Honeymoon Amenity
      No Honeymoon Amenity
    • Spa Services
      Spa Services
    • Not an Adults Only Property
      Not an Adults Only Property
    • Family Program Not Offered
      Family Program Not Offered
    • Beachfront Property
      Beachfront Property
    • Meal Plan Available
      Meal Plan Available
    • Condominium Available
      Condominium Available
    • Free Wi-Fi
      Free Wi-Fi

    This beautiful hotel affords access to 4447 acres of unspoiled beauty.

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Overview

The lovely town of Loreto along the east coast of the Baja California Sur state of Mexico was founded in 1697 by Jesuit missionaries.

The lure of the ocean and the region’s rich variety of sea life greatly influenced the area’s development. Bahía de Loreto National Park, off the coast, is home to dolphins, whales, and pelicans. The town’s malecón is ideal for long, romantic strolls.

The city’s heritage is evident in the downtown area’s cobblestone streets and well-preserved buildings, including a mission and plaza. The divine Mission San Javier, deserted in 1817, and later restored, is a piece of religious history surrounded by non-native date palms, grapes, citrus, and ancient olive trees introduced to the area.

What To Do

Explore Loreto’s colorful colonial buildings, such as the Misión de Nuestra Señora de Loreto, a 17th-century church. Be sure to visit El Museo de las Misiones de Baja California, which exhibits religious art, weapons, and tools used in Spanish missions during the 17th and 18th centuries.

Loreto is the ideal getaway for those who love the outdoors.  Take an excursion to Loreto Bay National Marine Park; experience the region’s desert ecosystem; hike to prehistoric cave paintings in the Sierra de la Giganta mountains.

See and be seen strolling along the town’s lovely seaside walk, the Malecon. Go scuba diving and snorkeling, or watch whales and dolphins glide through the sea. Rejuvenate your body and soul at a local spa or with a relaxing swim in the warm waters of Loreto.