GrandTour2093297067010
Aug 2026
“Loving Lands End”
+ I had a fantastic experience at lands end, specifically want to callout the amazing hospitality of a particular entertainment professional, Dulce (Tusita). The cornhole tournament and the blackjack she facilitated were family friendly and fun highlights. Thanks to the full staff and Tusita!
STARK00 · BREMERTON, WASHINGTON10
Aug 2026
“Solmar is like a second home”
+ A relaxing wonderful week. We were warmly welcomed by Javier at the adult pool who went above and beyond to care for all the guests and made everyone feel at home. A beautiful place and excellent service!
MartinNiemoller · LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA6
Aug 2026
“⭐️⭐️⭐️ Like an Old Spouse — Still Charming, But the Varnish Has Worn Off”
+ Grand Solmar Lands End sits in one of the most spectacular locations imaginable — right on the Pacific side at Land’s End. If you could pop around the final rock at the edge of the property, you’d be staring at the famous Cabo Arch 🌊. The sand is soft, the surf dramatic, and the riptide is real — this beach is strictly black‑flagged for swimming 🚫🏊, and they make sure you sign acknowledgment forms several times. Despite that, we witnessed two rescues in four days!
The resort spans eight or nine buildings, each in varying states of refurbishment. We stayed in Building 4, where the décor felt circa 1990s‑2000s. The suite itself was massive — a master bedroom with a king bed, walk‑in closet, makeup desk, and balcony; plus a full living room, dining area, kitchen, and second bath with its own balcony. Air‑conditioning was excellent ❄️ and the Wi‑Fi was strong throughout the property, which matters to me 📶.
Still, maintenance details showed age: a green‑oxidized showerhead, a blackout curtain that wouldn’t fully close, chipped paint. These small flaws add up. The pools, however, are gorgeous — swim‑up bars, swim tables, and attentive staff 🏊♂️🍹. La Roca Restaurant earned its own separate Tripadvisor five‑star review from me, and the Asian restaurant and Las Brisas were also excellent with stunning views 🌅.
Transportation policy cost them another star. Uber can drop you off at the lobby, but pickups require walking down to the gate “for safety.” When I walked down to the gate to pick up the Uber and tried to drive through to collect my wife (who has a bad back), they refused — even though I was already in the Uber. That felt less about safety and more about control 🚫🚗. Uber represents democratized transportation, and restricting it under those conditions is outdated thinking.
Lastly, the timeshare pitch at check‑in was brief — about 90 seconds — and never repeated, which was a pleasant surprise 👍.
In short: Grand Solmar Lands End is like an old spouse — the charm and history remain, but the shine has faded. For nostalgia, it’s lovely; for modern luxury, you might prefer the updated model.