The Cape, a Thompson Hotel

With its bold, modern lines and minimalist decor, The Cape brings an urban edge to Baja California Sur. The hotel's design makes brilliant use of its natural setting on Monuments Beach, providing each of the 157 rooms and villas a view of Cabo’s iconic El Arco. Dark paneling, sleek furnishings, copper-leafed bathtubs, and vintage photography add to the coolness factor, as does the spa's black-on-black theme, ensuring the only stimulus is the crashing of waves. Manta restaurant by Enrique Olvera is inspired by cuisine from Mexico, Peru, and Japan with a distinct Baja sensibility; a hip vibe hits the rooftop patio after dark.