Do I need to bring pesos to Cabo San Lucas?

Although Mexico's national currency is the Peso, Cabo San Lucas and other places in Los Cabos will accept U.S. dollars (USD) for convenience. Popular tourist areas, as well as shops, restaurants, and other establishments, accept U.S. dollars and major credit cards.



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The Mexican Peso is the official currency in Los Cabos, however, U.S. Dollars are widely accepted in most locations.

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Before visiting Mexico it may be a good idea to exchange currency at your local bank as they may be able to provide you with the best Mexican Peso exchange rate. When you arrive at Cabo Airport you can also exchange money at each terminal Cash Exchange facility, Cambio.

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The norm for waiters is 15% to 20% of the bill, depending on service (make sure a 15% service charge hasn't already been added to the bill, although this practice is more common in resorts).

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Preparing your travel money options beforehand is the key to a stress-free vacation. Credit cards, debit cards, prepaid travel cards and cash are all accepted in Mexico. Outside of a few purchases like transportation fare or local shops, a credit card will be your best bet for everyday purchases.

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The best currency to bring to Mexico is a mix of pesos and US dollars. Use the dollars to pay for tours, entrance fees, accommodation, and travel. For everything else use pesos. It should be relatively simple to get pesos in your own country before you travel.

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Where to avoid exchanging currency. Whether in the U.S. or at your destination, avoid airport kiosks or other exchange houses if you can. Those should only be used as a last resort, because they typically offer poor exchange rates and high fees, so you'll get less currency for your money.

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Taxis are easy to find where ever you are traveling, although the price is usually high. Expect to pay $8-10 US to travel a mile in Cabo San Lucas or $35-40 US to travel from San Jose del Cabo to Cabo San Lucas. From the airport, expect to pay $80 US for a cab to Cabo San Lucas / Zone 3.

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The short answer is ABSOLUTELY YES, you need Mexican Pesos. You will need pesos for tips, souvenirs shopping, transportation like taxi/buses, tours, bar/restaurants, etc.

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It's up to you how much you tip, but the recommended amount in Mexico is between 10% – 20% (15% is a good standard in tourist areas) of the bill or ticket price.

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In general, you'll want to plan on tipping restaurant staff, the concierge, bartenders, housekeepers, the bellman, pool staff, and shuttle drivers at all-inclusive resorts. Impeccable service can always be rewarded with higher tips, but there are some accepted standards for travelers to lean on.

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While tipping is a discretionary and optional gesture, at all-inclusive resorts in Mexico, Cuba, Dominican Republic, Jamaica, and others, it is certainly encouraged.

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How much cash should I bring to Cabo for a week? I typically bring $1,000 to $2,000 in cash for a one-week trip. To the extent that I have leftover cash at the end of the trip (which I almost always do), I usually apply it to my outstanding bill at the resort I'm staying at.

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What is the Off Season for Cabo San Lucas? Summer and fall are considered the low tourist season in Cabo San Lucas, which makes it the cheapest time to visit Cabo.

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Cabo taxi drivers accept payments in both USD and Mexican Pesos. However, they often inflate the exchange rate, so paying in USD will be more expensive. If your driver gives excellent service, you can round up your fare to tip them, however, it's not obligatory.

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  1. Take advantage of free attractions. Visit the Museum of Natural History and the Estuary of San Jose del Cabo. ...
  2. Avoid peak season. ...
  3. Try the local cuisine. ...
  4. Stay outside the beach area. ...
  5. Barter with the locals. ...
  6. Hang out at the Art Walk. ...
  7. Rental water taxis than private boat tours. ...
  8. Hike Sierra de la Laguna.


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Los Cabos Still a Relatively Safe Destination Overall, Los Cabos still remains a relatively safe destination for a vacation getaway. There has been a slight pick-up in criminal activity lately, according to the latest stoplight criminal activity report from the State of Baja California Sur.

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