Hotel Oasis

The Hotel Oasis at Loreto is one of the favorite spots for sport fishermen and nature enthusiasts who come to Loreto for a bit of fun and excitement. Established in the 1960's, it has been a popular destination for tourists because it is located right at the beach at the south end of the main boardwalk. The hotel is also a stone's throw from restaurants, shops and other historical sites in Loreto, making it extremely accessible to other tourist destinations. It is only 4 miles away from the international airport and has a direct flight from Los Angeles through Aero California and from San Diego from Aeromexico.

Hotel Oasis, as its name suggests, is designed as an oasis. It is done in the tropical style, abounding in palm trees and dotted with a heated pool, snack bars and restaurants. The restaurants are open as early as 5 a.m. so guests who can grab their breakfast before embarking on their fishing trips.

The hotel offers 40 rooms and suites that all overlook the Sea of Cortez. The rooms are air-conditioned, spacious and has its own coffee maker, closets and twin beds. It was designed with comfort and space in mind, making it a far cry from the cramped hotel rooms that are commonplace in Mexico. The rooms also have their own balconies and patios so you can get an exquisite view and experience of the seas without leaving the hotel. The room rates range from 100 USD to 150 USD.

What sets Hotel Oasis apart from the other hotels is its warm and intimate atmosphere. The owners are very hands-on. They make it a point to get to know their guests well. It is common to see them mingling with their guests over breakfast, or having a beer or two at the poolside bar. Indeed, the warm welcome adds to the charm and the pleasant vacation-feel of the place. Many have actually said that staying at Hotel Oasis is like spending time with your family, if not for the friendly and warm way each guess is treated.

Aside from this warm ambiance, Hotel Oasis is popular for offering its gets with the most exciting activities the island has to offer. Fishing is one of the more popular sports. From the beach, guests who are interested leave very early in the morning and take a boat towards the middle of the sea, where they can start fishing. Because the seas at Loreto are filled with fishes of all types and sizes. It won't be a surprise if you chance upon a good catch. It is up to the discretion of the guest to return the fish to the seas, or to take them to land and have a delicious meal with the day's catch.

This proximity to the ocean also ensures that the food served in the hotel is at its freshest. Their seafood dishes are naturally mouth-watering, using the freshest catch and the most sumptuous local ingredients.

Hotel Oasis is more than just a respite from the sandy deserts of Mexico. It is a paradise regained, right in the middle of civilization.