Puerto Paraíso Mall
Rating
Price
Free
Duration
1.5-3 hours
Best Ages
All ages
About
Puerto Paraíso Mall is the kind of attraction that doesn't make the tourist brochures but turns out to be a lifesaver for families. Located right on the Cabo San Lucas Marina at Avenida Lázaro Cárdenas 1501, this three-level shopping and entertainment complex offers something genuinely valuable in Cabo: air-conditioned indoor entertainment for the days when the sun is brutal, the weather turns rainy, or the kids are beached-out and need a change of pace.
The entertainment options are the real draw for families. Cinemex operates a 10-screen movie theater showing Hollywood films, often in their original English with Spanish subtitles. Movie tickets run about $4-6 per person — a fraction of what you'd pay at home — making it an absurdly cheap family outing.
The 12-lane bowling alley is clean and modern, and the novelty of bowling on vacation makes it more fun than it would be at home. A video game arcade rounds out the options for tweens and teens.
The shopping is a mix of international brands and Mexican retailers across 68+ stores. You'll find clothing, jewelry, sunglasses, beach gear, and souvenirs. It's not a world-class shopping destination, but it has what most families need. Several stores sell reasonably priced swimwear and beach accessories — helpful if you forgot something or the kids outgrew their gear.
The food court on the upper level serves multiple cuisines and has views overlooking the marina. Options range from fast food to casual Mexican dining, with enough variety to satisfy picky eaters. For families eating on a budget, food court meals run $8-15 per person — cheaper than most marina waterfront restaurants.
Puerto Paraíso also serves as a practical hub. Roger's Glass Bottom Boat Tours has a booking kiosk here, ATMs are available throughout the mall, clean restrooms are accessible, and the marina docks are steps away. Many families use the mall as their base of operations — book a morning boat tour, grab lunch in the food court, catch an afternoon movie, and walk to the marina for sunset.
The mall is open daily from 9 AM to 10 PM, with restaurants opening as early as 8 AM and the Cinemex running until midnight.
Age Suitability
Parent Logistics
Stroller-Friendly
Yes
Nursing / Changing
Available
Kid Meals
Available
Setting
Indoor
Rainy Day
Great option!
Plan Your Visit
Best Time to Visit
Midday is perfect — escape the heat during peak sun hours. Movies play from noon onward. The mall is air-conditioned and comfortable any time.
Nearby Food
The mall has a food court with multiple options. Outside, the marina waterfront has Solomon's Landing and Baja Brewing Company. Downtown Cabo's Lázaro Cárdenas taco stands are a 5-minute walk away.
Why Kids Love It
Puerto Paraíso Mall is the rainy-day (or too-hot day) lifesaver that every Cabo family needs to know about. Located right on the marina, this three-level shopping and entertainment center has a Cinemex movie theater with 10 screens (movies often play in English with Spanish subtitles), a 12-lane bowling alley, and a video game arcade — all air-conditioned, which is a luxury when the Cabo sun is at its peak. The movie theater is comically cheap compared to US prices — a family of four can catch a movie for under $25 including popcorn and drinks.
The bowling alley is another unexpected hit — it's clean, well-maintained, and kids love the novelty of bowling in Mexico. Beyond entertainment, the mall has 68+ stores including international and Mexican brands, plus a food court with multiple options that satisfy picky eaters. The upper-level terrace has beautiful marina views, and you can watch boats heading out to the Arch.
For families, Puerto Paraíso is less about luxury shopping and more about having a reliable, comfortable fallback when the beach isn't an option.
Pro Tips from Parents
- This is your best rainy day or extreme heat escape — fully air-conditioned with movies, bowling, and arcade games
- Cinemex shows movies in English with Spanish subtitles — check showtimes online before going
- Movie tickets are about $4-6/person — fraction of US prices — making it a cheap family outing
- The food court on the upper level has marina views and diverse options for picky eaters
- Roger's Glass Bottom Boat Tours has a kiosk inside the mall — book your boat tour while you're there
What to Bring
- Credit/debit card — most stores and entertainment venues accept cards
- Light layer — the AC can feel cold after being in the Cabo heat
- Nothing else needed — the mall has everything including restrooms, food, and ATMs
Cost Info
Free Admission
Estimated Cost (Family of 4)
$0 to browse.
Movie tickets: ~$4-6/person.
Bowling: ~$5-8/game.
Food court meals: $8-15/person.
Shopping varies by store.
Tips to Save
- Use Puerto Paraíso as your free air-conditioned escape during the hottest part of the day.
- Movie tickets are much cheaper than in the US — catch a matinee for under $5/person.
- The food court has affordable options.
- Free marina views from the upper level terrace.
Hours & Contact
Hours
- Friday
- 9AM-10PM
- Monday
- 9AM-10PM
- Sunday
- 9AM-10PM
- Tuesday
- 9AM-10PM
- Saturday
- 9AM-10PM
- Thursday
- 9AM-10PM
- Wednesday
- 9AM-10PM