Valle de Guadalupe Travel Guide
Pool at Casa Bruma hotel overlooking the vineyards
While not necessarily off-the-radar, it is surprising how many people are yet to discover this wonderful gem only an hour south of the border. Valle de Guadalupe is Mexico’s more rustic (and much cooler) version of Napa or Sonoma. If you love wine, food, and a good boutique hotel, all for a fraction of the price of its neighbors to the north, this is the place for you. Some of the best chefs in Mexico have opened restaurants here, making it a must-stop for foodies.
STAY
View from our room at the industrial-modern Hotel Bruma
Bruma: We loved our stay at this modern/industrial-style boutique hotel. Much of the hotel’s amenities were on an honor system, and it was nice to help ourselves to refreshments while we sat by the pool overlooking rows of vines. The food here was also exceptional.
Encuentro Guadalupe- Rihanna supposedly stayed here when she visited Valle De Guadalupe-need I say more? No, but I will. These futuristic-looking rooms are all independently located on a hill overlooking the valley. Expect to do some walking between your room and the amenities.
Surya Hotel-We haven’t stayed here, but it came recommended and is highly reviewed. The location looks good.
Dining alfresco at Fauna restaurant
EAT
The food in Valle de Guadalupe was definitely a highlight of the trip.
Finca Altozano-Amazing food in a beautiful setting.
Fauna-The restaurant associated with Casa Bruma hotel/winery. Sit outside for incredible views.
Animalon-Recently voted aTop 50 Restaurant in Latin America, this beautiful restaurant’s tasting menu focuses on baja cuisine.
Enjoying a bike ride through the many vineyards of Valle de Guadalupe
GETTING HERE
We flew into San Diego and drove down to the border. We stopped briefly in Tijuana at Telefonica Gastro Park, where we tried several delicious dishes (the corn was the best I’ve ever eaten) from different vendors. We then drove down the coast to Valle De Guadalupe which took close to an hour. We felt safe the entire trip, especially once we arrived in Valle de Guadalupe which still has a very sleepy, rural feel. Going into Mexico there was no traffic at the border, but coming back on Sunday we did sit in traffic at the border for 30ish minutes, so be sure to account for this if traveling back to the U.S.
If you don’t feel comfortable driving, or want to make it a day trip, Club Tengo Hambre has great options that leave from the U.S./Mexico Border.
Beautiful natural sculpture outside the tasting room at Bruma winery