Staff is excellent. Beautiful high design meets rugged cowboy Napa or austin. Upstairs has DJ and…read morecocktails. Down the hill has wine tasting and boutique for chicks with boots purses and cow girl hats

Our stay at Casa Frida in Valle de Guadalupe was a mixed experience. The biggest downside is the…read morelocation. It is very remote with very little nearby. You have to drive at least 5 miles just to find other restaurants or attractions, and it's about 14 miles to Ensenada if you want more options. The hotel only has one restaurant, and while it was convenient, the food was overpriced for what it offered. The staff was friendly, welcoming, and helpful throughout our stay, which we appreciated. Unfortunately, the property itself felt a bit neglected. There were several maintenance issues, including a broken toilet paper holder and a broken shampoo/conditioner dispenser that wasn't replaced until the following day. The paint in the room didn't match in several areas, and overall it could use some upkeep. The pillows were very uncomfortable, and the property was extremely dusty, making it difficult to enjoy being outside, so we ended up staying indoors most of the time. We also booked a room advertised with a "valley view," but our view was mostly trees and a ditch, which was disappointing and not what we expected. On the positive side, the room itself was modern, clean, and nicely designed inside. With a few minor repairs and better maintenance, it could be an excellent place to stay. The hotel was also very quiet, which made for a peaceful atmosphere, although the room had great AC. Overall, I would rate Casa Frida 3 out of 5 stars. It has potential thanks to its friendly staf

Nestled in the West end of Wine Country is a small 4 room boutique motel/hotel with lots of charm…read more Brand new with attention to detail this simple logging on a hill reached via a dirt road through the vineyards offers a pleasant nights sleep. Like most hotels/rooms in the Wine Country, it's word of mouth. Most rooms in this area start at $400 a night while this lovely place is a modest $150 and up. At the bottom of the hill, the lovely family runs an upscale home cooked restaurant (no dinner hours) called Mustafa's. While you are in Wine County off the main highway, you are only 15 minutes from downtown Ensenada. From this point you can exit Mexico via Tecate which allows you a much shorter wait time vs the Tijuana Border which can be upwards of 3 hours!!! To see if they have availability call +52 646 203 6059.

Very clean and modern. All the modern amenities, comfortable bed and your own patio for each room…read more There is a great restaurant on the property with a old world feel with excellent food. The property felt very safe.

I had a great time staying at your special place. Everyone was committed to great service and were…read morevery friendly. The atmosphere was awesome and definitely like that you have a very modern and romantic terrace. Most importantly, the cleanliness was the cherry on top along with the attention to detail. Awesome experience.

From the owner: Beautiful villas in the valle de guadalupe, Ensenada Mexico near all the wineries.read more

super cute and cozy cabin, loved that it was a bit away from the wineries and other public places…read more You can hear nature at it's finest We had breakfast at La Cocina De Doña Esthela, maybe about 15 min drive, delicious breakfast btw. I highly recommend the Elote pancakes (it's basically a tamal elote batter but cooked as a pancake instead of the corn leaves ) My husband loved the borrego tatemado back to the glamping... a gentleman lives in the house across the cabins but in the same property land. He takes care of the cabins and keeps them tidy. Helped us out w/ the hot water; he forgot to change the gas tank. No biggy, quick & easy

We loved our stay at Oeno Wine Lodge! Staff was extremely welcoming upon arrival and had our room…read moreready for us when we arrived an hour early for checkin. We stayed in a wooded studio room that is located in "the village". It was so quiet and lovely. The room was very clean and had so much storage and enough space for all of our gear. The robes are so comfy and the toiletries were also very nice. The shower was huge!! We slept well on the comfortable bed and loved waking up to the Mountain Views. During the day I kept our door open because the weather was just perfect. It was so nice having ipetra restaurant on site and we had a gorgeous sunset dinner our final night at one of the upper deck tables. Our server was so sweet and the food was great! Waking up at sunrise and walking around is a must. It's very serene in the morning and walking the grounds was a very zen experience. Highly recommend!!

Very Disappointing Experience Unfortunately, our stay was…read morefar from what we expected. Before driving over two hours to the hotel, I called to confirm the address, yet we were still given incorrect directions. When I called for assistance, the receptionist was unable to properly guide us, causing us to arrive late to the winery experience we had booked through the hotel. Although we were assured our late arrival wouldn't be an issue, we still waited for the experience to begin, and what was advertised as a two-hour winery experience lasted only about 35 minutes. The biggest disappointment was the complete loss of running water due to a broken pipe. We were told it would be restored within 2-3 hours, but we had no running water or working toilet for the entire night. The next morning, the shower only had cold water, and the toilet still would not flush. Someone was sent to our room just 15 minutes before checkout, which was far too late to resolve the issue. While I understand unexpected maintenance problems can happen, the lack of communication, inaccurate expectations, and failure to provide a timely solution or any effort to make things right made this a very disappointing experience. I hope management addresses these issues so future guests receive the level of service expected from a property like this. Mind you the was about 3 weeks ago now still waiting for someone to reach out like they promised they would for our money back or another choice we had was 2 night stay on them but of course I haven't heard back and I have reached out about 3x now

We were so pleased to have stayed at The Villa de Coral for our first time in Mexico. I have never…read morebeen, but my traveling companions have, so, as a native of Ohio in the states, I didn't know what to expect. After it was all said and done, I/we was/were overwhelmingly pleased with everything about this vacation rental. First, the location is right off one of the main thoroughfares in Valle de Guadalupe and in close proximity, 5 to 10 minutes, from numerous award winning wineries and restaurants, convenient stores, gas stations, and pharmacies. As you approach the Villa de Coral, you wind down a road which takes you through these impressive rock formations before arriving at the front gate of the Villa. The security gate keeps the whole property enclosed. There is plenty of room for parking once inside the Villa. In fact, the Villa is perfect for whole familes, large groups, reunions, as it has 4 bedrooms, plenty of sleeping options for all, and two absolutely stunning bathrooms. You can tell the owner and their staff take pride and cherish this gem of a villa. Everything was organized, easy to find, and fully stocked. There is a full kitchen to accommodate any Chef's inspirations. Open air doors that act as a wall from the elements, can be removed to open the space to those lovely night breezes. A fire pit outside warms it's watchers during the night as well. Want to stay in and watch a classic movie?, there are plenty of options the owner and staff have left for you in case 'staying-in' is on the menu. Laundry facilities are on premises for your convenience as well. The grounds are very well kept and feature a lovely assortment of local flora and fauna. I cannot speak highly enough of our stay in Villa de Coral. I just can't wait to return. If you are shopping for a place to stay on your next trip to the beautiful Valle de Guadalupe, consider putting Villa De Coral at the top of your list. I know I am.

From the owner: We have 3 beds 2 bath rental with plenty of outdoor space for small gatherings,great getaway from…read morethe rat race.close to wineries,restaurants,museums,zoo,pools.

This place is a gem! This is a small hotel that once used to be a home. The family is all grown and…read morethey decided that everyone should enjoy it, it's now a charming 7 bedroom hotel. The house is huge and you're far enough away from everyone so you have complete privacy. They have a 24 hour guard and secure parking so no one gonna fuck with your car. They do have room service, food comes from the cafe next door and it's delicious! Best part is every morning they have fresh fruit and coffee in the kitchen. They have a collection of wine and beer that you can help yourself to. Just let them know and they will add it to your bill. They have snacks so if you get midnight munchies go ahead and take them, it's free fifty free! The people who work and so helpful and nice, they leave in the early evening and the guard is there all night. It's super safe and soo fucken beautiful! It's worth every penny in my opinion, It's my new go to place when I visit Ensenada. I want to thank Antonio the owner and the staff, it felt like it was our home away from home I didn't want to leave. Thank you Casa Natalie I love you!

My man brought me here for my 50th and we got the biggest suite. I think the presidential. It is…read moreliterAlly almost too big. Hahaha. It's January so we can't really get into the pool cuz we would freeze. The service is good and it is very clean. I'm pretty picky about cleanliness and I get grossed out VERY easily. I've stayed in a few hotels in Ensenada before and brought stuff to clean parts of the room. I didn't have to do that here. The view from the room and balcony is beautiful. I think there are only 7 rooms here. There is a shared kitchen in the lobby where you can cook and store food and drinks. If I had a complaint it would be that the room is cold because the heater does not have the capacity to warm up the entire room which Is bigger than some homes. Hahahha. Extra blankets might help. Overall a wOnderful place that would be even better in the summer months.

From our initial booking the owner and staff have been in constant contact and made it a fun…read morecommunication having quizzes amongst our group of 10 people the winner would get a free bottle. Upon our arrival we were welcomed to the property with drinks and laughter it made the check in smooth. We walked to our respective lodging, the beds were perfect, the spaces clean and fully stocked amenities. We open up all the windows to let in the aromas of rosemary, sages, It relaxed us instantly. The 1st day I walked the grounds got familiar with the surroundings, then jumped in the pool and hot tub. Later in the evening the owner/ winemaker showed up and we started to talk about the wines in the region and doing some tastings with, he was super engaging and welcoming, we talked about must see and must do things during our stay. The region was reminiscent of my hometown of Santa barbara, the wines had a twist tasted like the wines back home or the northern California wines. Which made it even more exciting to try as many as possible during my weekend in valle de Guadalupe. The 2nd day we squished in as much as possible of wineries and foodie spots in the region. Once we returned to casa misiones glamping the staff had everything ready for us to relax, kick on the communal fire pit and ate some more local bites and wines. Each morning we awoke to fresh brewed coffee before we dug into breakfast. Couldn't have asked for a better weekend. Thank you to the Casa Misiones glamping staff.

The area is rustic at first glance and the dirt roads leading towards Casa Misiones are primitive…read more The ornate gate at the entrance is just the first indication of the attentive service that awaits inside. Upon arrival, we were greeted with an enthusiastic host and a complimentary glass of private label wine. Our host Enrique leads us to our tastefully decorated tent; complete with a beautiful deck view and terracotta fireplace. It is very apparent the amount of detail and planning to serve each guest with a comfortable and relaxing environment when you pass through the tent doors. Since we drove over five hours, we were only interested in relaxing in the infinity pool and hot tub. Other guests were already enjoying the pool and greeted us when we entered. Enrique's two friendly and well-behaved dogs Toro and Goyo were enjoying our company and are credited for breaking the ice between ourselves and the other group. Our new friends invited us out to a small cantina just minutes away. The bar and grill served delicious fresh seafood and the live entertainment was serving up their rendition of a 90's Rock classic. Enrique is well known to other businesses in the area. Ask him to recommend or help plan your daily trip. He is extremely knowledgeable about the other establishments. Each day, we took his advice about where to visit and we were not disappointed. The wineries and restaurants are unparalleled for their service and quality. Precisely at 8:00 a.m. each morning, the staff greets you at your doorway with coffee and sweet bread. They ask what you would like to eat for breakfast and if you will be dining inside your tent or with the other guests. Breakfast was absolutely delicious!! Casa Misiones Glamping is more than a place to relax. It was a place to reconnect with your partner, to rediscover the good in others, to indulge yourself in rich food and drink. Enrique is absolutely devoted to his guests experience. We can't wait to return to this magical place south of the border!!

It was my very first time in Ensenada, and my very first winery in Mexico…read more And I can surely say that it was indeed the highlight of the weekend. From the moment you step upon their dirt parking lot, to every step climbing up to the restaurant, and overlooking the meadows, it was absolutely beautiful. The architecture of this place is magnificent. They have two stories to venture through, and I suppose a cave, but we didn't get a chance to go inside. Surprisingly it was not busy at all, and our large group were seated immediately. We decided to get a bunch of tapas and entrees to share, along with two recommended bottles of wine. One white and one red, which were both tasty. Bone Marrow + Grasshopper Sauce Roasted Bone Marrow spread over on bread is always delicious! And just in case you're wondering, yes there's real grasshopper in the sauce, and we all ate grasshopper for the first time. It was basically like a spicy marmalade spread. Duck Breast + Orange Sauce & Burnt Onion Duck meat was tender and sauce paired well. Green Catch of the Day Ceviche + Persian Cucumber & Avocado The ceviche was delicioussss. A simple concoction that looked and tasted great with tortilla chips. Potato Gnocchi +Suckling Pig Sauce, Padua, Zucchini This was also yummy. Chewy, tender. Dates + Goat Cheese & Honey This was a very delicious pairing of fruit, cheese and honey. Fried Churros con Dulce de Leche This was probably the best churros I've ever had in my life. It was extremely soft, warm, and melts in your mouth! Overall, I would definitely come here again, and next time, I'm heading to the raw oyster bar!

I have this former colleague-forever friend (yes, those things can be possible) who is even more…read moresocial than me and knows everybody. And that somebody also include one of the co-owners of the Encuentro winery or Encuentro Guadalupe antiresort, on the way from Tecate to Ensenada, middle of somewhere but really feeling like you are nowhere close from normal life. I heard about this place, half winery, half farm-to-table-high end restaurant, with a touch of 'glamping resort' because I had seen the pictures in some glossy mags about how the rich and famous travel. No worries, if I could go and spend the day, you can do it too. Because you really don't need to fork the $400 per minimalist-repurposed materials-beauty meets form factor cute boxes on the rocks. You can just go for the drinks and the food and you make a nice day trip from San Diego. Looks like crossing from Tecate is the easiest and fastest way, at least on the way back. Encuentro used to be called Endemico, and I am glad they changed the name, as it denotes something negative. Something that neither the environment, not the fertile nature nor the grapes are. Wine is abundant and the fruits from the land too. The winery includes 11 acres of mountain vineyards, you will enjoy a wine tasting bar open to the public from 11 am every day and an underground cellar, for which you need to make a group reservation. The vineyards produce Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Blanc and Nebiolo, among other varietals. This is a very peaceful place to be and extremely photogenic, showing all the splendor of the Guadalupe Valley, making great panoramas. Just watch out with the traffic...not the best drivers around there!