Pueblo Bonito Resorts in Mexico Celebrate Dia de los Muertos

While Halloween in the United States is a fun and spooky celebration with pumpkins, ghosts, costumes and candy, it’s completely different during this time of the year in Mexico, especially at Pueblo Bonito Resorts.

The seven resorts are decorated with marigold flowers, art installations and culinary delights to celebrate Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead).  Known as All Saints’ Day and All Souls’ Day, this celebration of life-affirming joy is not to be missed. Each Pueblo Bonito Resort in Cabo San Lucas, San Jose del Cabo, and Mazatlán during this time of the year offers unique culinary opportunities. 

Altars honoring loved ones. Photo Jill Weinlein

One of the first things guests will notice is colorful altars, also known as ofrendas in the lobby. These are also built in private homes, cemeteries, and along the sidewalks of town’s historic quarter. Altars are adorned with a favorite meal, family photos, and candles for each deceased relative.

Art installations in town centers. Photo Jill Weinlein

Marigolds and monarch butterflies are common symbols during this time of the year. Orange and purple are typical colors to welcome spirits back to the realm of the living. Revelers don makeup and costumes, march in parades, and dance and party in the streets.

Cemeteries are filled with flowers for Dia de los Muertos. Photo Jill Weinlein

This main autumnal celebration in Mexico begins on the eve of October 31 through November 2. It’s a beautiful blend of Indigenous beliefs and Spanish customs honoring loved ones who have departed. This joyous and festive celebration also has an air of reflection. Some families spend the night in cemeteries hoping to reconnect with those who have passed away.

Art installations in Mexico. Photo Jill Weinlein

Five Pueblo Bonito Resorts in Los Cabos and two in Mazatlan are offering special meals and themed festivities on November 1 and 2 to commemorate Day of the Dead.

Pueblo Bonito Mazatlan. Photo Jill Weinlein

LOS CABOS and CABO SAN LUCAS

The adults-only Pueblo Bonito Pacifica Golf & Spa Resort is the ideal setting for a romantic golfing getaway. Pueblo Bonito Pacifica, a beachfront restaurant and Quivira Steakhouse will offer a range of Mexican buffets and themed tasting menus.

Pueblo Bonito Sunset Beach Golf & Spa Resort offers large, all ocean-view suites ideal for families. Pueblo Bonito Sunset Beach will offer a unique approach to Mexican cuisine at the signature LaFrida restaurant. Earning the highest distinctions for fine dining in Los Cabos, including a AAA Four Diamond Award for excellence in cuisine, a traditional altar display and regional menu will wow guests.

Festive food and drinks. Photo Jill Weinlein

Pueblo Bonito Rosé Resort & Spa and Pueblo Bonito Los Cabos, both located on El Médano beach, have the best to offer vacationers looking to be right in the middle of all the Cabo action. Montecristo Estates Luxury Villas’ Cibola restaurant, and Pueblo Bonito Rosé Mare Nostrum restaurant feature live regional music, traditional altar displays, and pre-Hispanic ceremonies.

MAZATLAN

The elegant oceanfront Pueblo Bonito Emerald Bay Resort & Spa sits right on the Pacific Ocean and private golden sand beach. At Pueblo Bonito Emerald Bay’s Palomas restaurant will provide a festive Mexican buffet.

Pueblo Bonito Mazatlan. Photo by Jill Weinlein

The charming Pueblo Bonito Mazatlán Beach Resort is located in the famous Golden Zone. This lively family friendly beachfront resort’s La Cordeliere restaurant will offer a Mexican buffet, plus have fireworks, a piñata, and live music during Dia de los Muertos.

Pueblo Bonito Mazatlan. Photo Jill Weinlen

Pueblo Bonito Golf & Spa Resorts all offer luxury all-inclusive options. Each property has its own personality, design, and ambiance. Coming soon is Pueblo Bonito in San Miguel de Allende.