La Ventana

Travel Guide
La Ventana showing signage and a coastal town
Kite surfers and beachgoers flock to this serene village, whose sandy strand provides stunning views of the Sea of Cortez and Jacques Cousteau Island.

The pristine beach and rock formations of La Ventana provide a picturesque and serene backdrop for kiteboarding. Kite-related watersports are popular amid the steady winds of this stunning resort area with bars and hotels. Let the wind be your guide on this curved bay.

Find a spot on La Ventana Beach to enjoy a picnic with your family and watch the kite surfers. The breeze will keep you fairly cool while you relax in the sun. Bathe in hot springs that mix thermal waters with the sea. La Ventana Bay is perfect for a refreshing swim with your friends.

Head to one of the sports operators and take classes in kiteboarding and other wind-powered watersports. Consistent winds provide excellent conditions from November to March.

Go kayaking, diving and fishing in this hub of aquatic activities. Admire the contrast between the desert terrain of this tranquil fishing village and the bright blue of the Sea of Cortez.

On the horizon, spot the rocky terrain of Isla Cerralvo. It is also known as Jacques Cousteau Island in homage to the French oceanographer who led expeditions here and considered this region the world’s aquarium. Go snorkeling in the clear water of the Gulf of California for a glimpse of the eclectic aquatic life to which he was referring.

Choose from the many hotels and rentable villas lining the rear of the beach or stay in La Ventana Campground at its northern end. The name of the town is Spanish for The Window, possibly named for the open space between the offshore islands.

The town overlooks its namesake bay in the Gulf of California. Drive southeast from the central district of La Paz for 25 miles (40 kilometers) to get here in roughly 45 minutes. While here, stop at the neighboring towns of El Sargento and San Juan de los Planes.

With its steady winds and dramatic scenery, La Ventana is a popular haven for surfers.

Ventana Blue Hotel
Ventana Blue Hotel
3 out of 5
Corredor Isla Cerralvo El Teso, La Ventana, BCS
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ¥15,939 per night from Nov 14 to Nov 15
¥15,939
¥19,127 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 14 - Nov 15
Stay at this 3-star hotel in La Ventana. Enjoy free WiFi, in-room massages, and a snack bar/deli. Popular attractions Kitemasters Mexico and La Ventana Campground ...
7.6/10 Good! (33 reviews)
"Staff was friendly and attentive. Location was convenient and it was nice to have a restaurant, bar and pool on the hotel grounds."

Reviewed on Mar 20, 2024

Ventana Blue Hotel
La Ventana Hostel and Hotel
La Ventana Hostel and Hotel
2 out of 5
Calle Medusa S/N, La Ventana, BCS
The price is ¥11,581 per night from Nov 24 to Nov 25
¥11,581
¥13,897 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 24 - Nov 25
Stay at this hostel in La Ventana. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions La Ventana Campground and Kitemasters Mexico are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (17 reviews)
"If you want peace and quiet this your place. The views from the property were amazing. It’s an easy walk to the beach and stores. The bed was very comfy. Would stay there again."

Reviewed on Jul 16, 2024

La Ventana Hostel and Hotel
ChangoMango
ChangoMango
Corredor Isla Cerralvo, La Ventana, BCS
The price is ¥9,607 per night from Nov 13 to Nov 14
¥9,607
¥11,528 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 13 - Nov 14
Stay at this hotel in La Ventana. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions La Ventana Beach and La Ventana Campground are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (29 reviews)
"The employees were excellent, the Jacuzzi was inoperative. I have a nerve condition in my lower back/legs & really needed it. Overall, a nice tiny room built out of a concrete pipe, good A/C, solar hot water & in the middle of a small town that’s beautiful. There is zero space for luggage/coolers, ..."

Reviewed on Jun 24, 2024

ChangoMango
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Welcome to Casa Arrecife! We'll be glad to have you here anytime!
Welcome to Casa Arrecife! We'll be glad to have you here anytime!
La Ventana
Stay at this vacation home in La Ventana. Enjoy a fitness center, patios, and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions La Ventana Campground and La Ventana ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (4 reviews)
Join the Casa Reef Family
"The bottom floor rooms share the outside kitchen and we all share the fire pit and front patio. We are a few blocks away from the water and close to food and restaurants and small stores. You can just walk to get around or rent a scooter right here from Pepe, the owner. He is very good at assisting ..."

Reviewed on Mar 26, 2024

Welcome to Casa Arrecife! We'll be glad to have you here anytime!
ChiloChill Glamping Resort
ChiloChill Glamping Resort
2 out of 5
Calle Tuna #8, La Ventana, BCS
Book a stay at this beach campground in La Ventana. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Popular attractions La Ventana Beach and La Ventana Campground ...
9/10 Wonderful! (95 reviews)
"This was such a fun, outstanding place to stay. They let us use the kayaks for free, and we kayak out into the sunrise and saw mobulas jumping! Very friendly and helpful staff really delicious food at the beach café excellent service. I am definitely coming back."

Reviewed on Apr 28, 2024

ChiloChill Glamping Resort
Beautiful Studio, Fully Equiped, pool side, Walking Distance To La Ventana Beach
Beautiful Studio, Fully Equiped, pool side, Walking Distance To La Ventana Beach
La Ventana
Stay at this apartment in La Ventana. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and a garden. Popular attractions Kitemasters Mexico and La Ventana Campground are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (19 reviews)
very nice place
"Easy access and great host"

Reviewed on Sep 23, 2024

Beautiful Studio, Fully Equiped, pool side, Walking Distance To La Ventana Beach
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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5/5 - Excellent

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The kitchen has limited items so if you need snacks buy some begore the stay. I would recommend 2nights, super chill.

5/5 - Excellent

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We like the laid-back style and the great seafood in the area. It is focused largely on water sports, but hiking and other options are readily available.

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