Fodor's Expert Review Siesta Suites

The owners keep a close eye on this four story hotel—a calm refuge two blocks from the marina—and dispense great insider advice to visitors. The simply furnished rooms have kitchenettes with full-size refrigerators, two double beds, and living rooms with wide padded couches, so if necessary, there's room to sleep quite a crew. Included are Wi-Fi and cable TV, but if you want coffee, head to the Internet cafe next to reception. Rooms have balconies and there's a sundeck on every floor with a tiny plunge pool. If your budget allows, opt for the suite with an incredible view. Salvatore's Restaurant, an Italian eatery, is situated poolside; it's widely acclaimed by resident gringos in the know.

The owners also have a condo on the beach in San José for rent by the week.

room

Cool tile floors, ceiling fans, and clean and comfortable linens are highlights in the 5 standard rooms, with 15 suites offering the added benefit of a full refrigerator, and appliances like microwaves and coffee makers. The penthouse requires daily stair climbs, but boasts a spacious hammock, panoramic city views, and a patio capable of hosting a party for 40 of your closest Cabo friends.

Siesta Suites’ penthouse is the best deal in town, with comfortable furnishings and an enormous patio for under $100 per night during high-season.

bathroom

Bathroom amenities are basic, with walk-in showers, and single-basin sinks topped by vintage style, wood-framed mirrors.

lobby

The lobby is small, with few frills: a check-in desk, a cooler filled with bottled waters and sodas for sale, and a couple of chairs around a desk filled with local magazines. An adjoining room hosts an activities desk, and Siesta Suites maintains relationships with several reputable fishing and adventure companies.

dining

An outdoor grill is available for visiting BBQ specialists, and live music is offered several times per week during high tourist season (November to May).

drinking

The communal sundeck turns into a congenial bar during Happy Hour (5 p.m. to 9 p.m.), when a bartender shows up to dispense cheap drinks and tropical cheer.