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Amanvari: Inside Aman’s New
Luxury Hotel on Los Cabos’ East Cape
Amanvari, the legendary Aman brand’s first resort in Mexico, officially opened its doors on August 1, 2026 on the East Cape of Baja California Sur. Nearly six years after it was first announced, Amanvari arrives as a turning point for the region’s hospitality and real estate market: it isn’t located in the Corridor most travelers know, but at Costa Palmas, a 1,500-acre development near the town of La Ribera, on the shores of the Sea of Cortez.
For anyone following the luxury real estate market in Baja California Sur, Aman’s arrival isn’t just travel news — it’s a signal of where high-end investment in the region is headed.
What Is Amanvari and Where Is It Located?
Quick answer: Amanvari is the first Aman-branded hotel in Mexico, located within Costa Palmas on the East Cape of Baja California Sur, 45 to 60 minutes by car (or 15 minutes by helicopter) from Los Cabos International Airport (SJD).
The name “Amanvari” comes from the Sanskrit words for “peace” and “water” — a fitting choice for a resort set between the desert, an estuary, and the Sea of Cortez, with the Sierra de la Laguna mountains as a backdrop.
Unlike most hotels travelers associate with Los Cabos, Amanvari is deliberately removed from the Corridor: it’s part of Costa Palmas, the same community that’s home to the Four Seasons Los Cabos, a Robert Trent Jones II-designed golf course, a 250-slip marina, and nearly three miles of swimmable beach — a rarity in a region known for strong currents.
What the Resort Is Like: Casitas, Restaurants, and Spa
Quick answer: Amanvari has 18 private casitas (not conventional hotel rooms), each with a private pool, outdoor shower, and terrace, plus three restaurants, a spa with six treatment rooms, and a contemporary temazcal.
Rather than a tower-style building, Amanvari is made up of standalone pavilions designed by Heah & Co, the same firm behind Amanera in the Dominican Republic and spaces at the Four Seasons Bali. Resort details include:
- 18 Private Casitas: Averaging 883 square feet, some perched above the landscape and others directly on the sand or along the estuary, each featuring a private pool, outdoor shower, and expansive terrace.
- Three Culinary Venues: Arva (Italian cuisine), Sensui (a 10-seat omakase table plus à la carte options), and Luma, described as “Mexican food reimagined” with open-fire cooking and coastal traditions.
- Aman Spa: Complete with six treatment rooms, two Hydro Houses featuring a banya and hammam, and a contemporary temazcal.
- Costa Palmas Access: Direct integration into 18 acres of organic orchards and farms, a deep-water marina, a beach and yacht club, and the championship golf course.
Casita rates start at roughly $3,000 to $4,500 USD per night depending on season and category, placing Amanvari among the most exclusive hotels in all of Mexico.
Why Did Aman Choose the East Cape Over the Los Cabos Corridor?
Quick answer: Aman seeks locations that put landscape ahead of mass tourism infrastructure; the East Cape offers year-round swimmable beach, proximity to protected reefs like Cabo Pulmo, and a discretion that no longer exists in the traditional Corridor.
Los Cabos remains the most popular destination on the Baja California peninsula, but most travelers head straight from the airport to the Corridor’s beaches, resorts, and nightlife. Aman — a brand known for retreats that put the landscape center stage — chose to build its first Mexican hotel on the less-developed east coast instead.
The result is an airport connection that’s still fairly close (45 to 60 minutes on paved highway), while feeling much farther removed: the Sea of Cortez at this latitude is calmer than the Pacific side, making the beach swimmable year-round — a structural difference that sets the East Cape apart from the Corridor itself.
Amanvari Residences: The Real Estate Opportunity Inside the Project
Quick answer: Alongside the hotel, Costa Palmas offers Amanvari Residences and Villas — homes designed by architect John Heah, priced from roughly $2.2 million to $26 million depending on type and location.
For buyers and investors, this is the most relevant part of the story. Amanvari’s first phase includes 25 customizable villas, in two- to eight-bedroom configurations, each designed by Heah for the individual family.
| Property Type | Approximate Price Range |
|---|---|
| Amanvari Golf Villas | From $6,000,000 USD |
| Amanvari Oceanview Villas | From $10,750,000 USD |
| Full Villa Collection (Phase 1) | $5,000,000 – $26,000,000 USD |
| Combined Costa Palmas Range (All Brands) | $850,000 – $40+ Million USD |
Amanvari Residences owners get access to Aman’s operations and service standard, plus the option to join the Costa Palmas Beach & Yacht Club, which is also available to Four Seasons owners within the same community.
What This Means for the Baja California Sur Real Estate Market
Quick answer: The arrival of an ultra-luxury brand like Aman validates the East Cape as a serious investment zone beyond the traditional Corridor, and tends to lift interest and pricing in neighboring communities over the medium term.
Historically, the arrival of operators of Four Seasons’ or Aman’s caliber in a developing area has acted as a value catalyst for surrounding properties, not just within the development that houses them.
The Los Cabos Tourism Board’s July 14 announcement also flagged other projects in the pipeline for the East Cape and nearby areas, including St. Regis Los Cabos at Quivira and Grand Hyatt Los Cabos toward the end of 2026, plus longer-range names like Conrad Los Cabos, Delano East Cape, and SIRO Palmilla, still without confirmed dates.
This suggests the East Cape is entering a hotel expansion phase comparable to what the Los Cabos Corridor saw a decade ago — with the difference that this new supply is explicitly positioning itself as more exclusive and lower-density.
Frequently Asked Questions About Amanvari
When did Amanvari open?
Amanvari began welcoming guests on August 1, 2026, after having been originally announced back in 2020.
Where exactly is Amanvari located?
It’s inside Costa Palmas, near the town of La Ribera, on the East Cape of Baja California Sur, 45 to 60 minutes by car from Los Cabos International Airport (SJD).
How many rooms does Amanvari have?
It doesn’t have conventional hotel rooms — it has 18 private casitas, each with its own pool, plus a select number of private residences available for purchase.
How much does it cost to stay at Amanvari?
Nightly rates start at roughly $3,000 to $4,500 USD, depending on season and casita category.
Can you buy property at Amanvari?
Yes. Amanvari Residences and Villas are available for purchase within Costa Palmas, with prices ranging from roughly $2.2 million to $26 million USD depending on property type and location.
Is Amanvari in Los Cabos or on the East Cape?
Administratively, it’s on the East Cape of Baja California Sur, but it’s marketed as part of the greater Los Cabos region given its proximity to the international airport and its positioning within the area’s tourism market.
Next Steps & Investment Opportunities
Interested in the investment opportunities Aman’s arrival is creating on the East Cape? The Ronival Real Estate team can walk you through Costa Palmas and other nearby communities with similar appreciation potential.
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Written by Ronival Real Estate on August 1, 2026. Posted in About the Market, Vacations