Raffles Hotels & Resort has announced plans to bring the luxury brand to Mexico’s Los Cabos region. Raffles Estera East Cape Resort & Residences, created in partnership with ONE Development Group, is slated to debut in 2029, expanding Raffles’ presence in North America and marking the global luxury hospitality leader’s first resort in the region.

“The announcement of Raffles Estera East Cape, Raffles’ first resort in North America, is a landmark moment for our beloved brand. East Cape, with its striking beauty, rich culture, and tradition of warm hospitality, offers the perfect setting to bring our vision to life. This resort will be more than a new destination, it will be a bold expression of our brand’s commitment to remarkable design, sustainable practices, and the art of exceptional guest experiences. We’re proud to be working with ONE Development Group to create a glamorous new resort that honors the spirit of this remarkable region,” said Omer Acar, CEO, Raffles Hotels & Resorts.

The resort and residences are set to occupy a stretch of unspoiled beachfront in Los Cabos’ East Cape community, which extends from San José del Cabo to Los Barriles. and is just an hour drive from Los Cabos International Airport. Situated in the desert landscape between the Sea of Cortez and the Sierra de la Laguna mountains, Raffles Estera East Cape’s location will offer uninterrupted sea views, calm waters, and a swimmable beach. Often referred to as the ‘Aquarium of the World,” the Sea of Cortez is a UNESCO World Heritage Site globally recognized for its vast biodiversity and natural eco-system.

Set to feature 80 rooms and 46 branded residences in a first development phase, Raffles Estera East Cape will be envisioned by design firm Olson Kundig. The hotel’s interiors will be conceived by Studio Paolo Ferrari, and the residences by Huber Design. Both hotel and residential spaces are expected to reflect the glamorous and inspirational spirit of Raffles as well as the distinct culture and heritage of Baja California Sur. The resort will also reflect Raffles and ONE Development Group’s commitment to sustainability, bringing world-class best practices and responsible development to every facet.

Raffles Estera East Cape is expected to offer:

• an expansive spa;
• multiple outdoor pools;
• a beachfront watersports center; club spaces for both kids and teens;
• curated retail offerings;
• a state-of-the-art ballroom and dedicated indoor and outdoor event spaces;
• and seven distinct culinary offerings, including a lobby lounge, signature restaurant, specialty restaurant, pool bar, and gourmet café, as well as a signature Raffles Long Bar and Writer’s Bar.

“We are honored to have been entrusted by Accor and to be partnering with the iconic Raffles brand to create a one-of-a-kind resort experience that represents the highest standards of luxury hospitality in its first resort in North America. Our vision is to craft an experience that resonates deeply with the character and charm of the prestigious East Cape enclave. In collaboration with Raffles, we look forward to delivering an experience that honors the land, celebrates culture, and invites guests and residents to experience Mexico at its most inspiring,” said Luis Sada, Chief Executive Officer, ONE Development Group.