Summer Getaways in Loreto, Baja California Sur

Book your summer getaway in Loreto, Baja California Sur, Mexico. The charming beach town offers something for everyone.

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Loreto is home to many boutique hotels. Hotel 1697 sits within walking distance to many of Loreto’s popular attractions. The property features a restaurant and craft brewery. Posada de las Flores boasts antique colonial-inspired architecture. Hotel 1697 and Posada de las Flores are both located on the central plaza. La Mision Hotel is a new, oceanfront luxury resort. The property is home to several restaurants and a Starbucks in the lobby.

Explore Bay of Loreto National Marine Park. The UNESCO World Heritage site is comprised of five main islands: Isla Coronados, Isla del Carmen, Isla Danzante, Isla Montserrat and Isla de Santa Catalina. Each island offers something different for travelers, from boat rides and watersports to secluded beaches and hiking trails. Visit Playa Oasis, a black volcanic sand beach.

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Summer is the perfect time to try Loreto’s signature dish, almejas tatemadas, or chocolate clams, thanks to the rich, dark-brown color shell. The classic dish is prepared by locals through a traditional ritual of charring the clams in the sand under a large fire.

The destination is easier than ever to visit thanks to increased flights. Alaska Airlines offers nonstop flights from Los Angeles (LAX). American Airlines offers nonstop flights from both Phoenix (PHX) and Dallas (DFW).