Hop in the car and you’re there in less than 4 hours!
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PUERTO PEÑASCO/ROCKY POINT (Las Palomas Beach & Golf Resort) – Summer is here, and that means it’s time to trade the desert heat for some well-deserved beach time! There’s no better place to do that than at Las Palomas Beach & Golf Resort in Rocky Point.
With its gorgeous white-sand beaches along the Sea of Cortez, Rocky Point has always been a popular destination for Arizonans. There’s a reason it’s nicknamed “Arizona’s Beach.”
We desert dwellers have a special place in our hearts for the ocean, and Rocky Point in Sonora, Mexico, is the closest one to Phoenix – a drive of less than 4 hours! Southern California beaches are between 6 and 8 hours away by car, which means significantly more driving and much less beaching.
The relatively short drive not only means you get more time to enjoy your vacation, but it also makes Rocky Point the perfect destination for short getaways like weekends and holidays.
Not only is the drive to Rocky Point a quick one, but it’s also safe. The 65-mile stretch of Highway 8 from the Lukeville-Sonoyta border crossing is a “safety corridor.”
As part of that, the Arizona Department of Transportation will have updates on Mexican Federal 8 as part of AZ511, ADOT’s hub for traffic conditions and information. It’s a team effort with the government of Sonora.
“ADOT’s vision is safely connecting people and empowering the economy, and this joint effort with our partners in Sonora is helping us expand that to peak times for travel to and from Puerto Peñasco,” ADOT Director Jennifer Toth said right before the program launched over Thanksgiving.
Everything in one place
Whether you’re looking for a weekend jaunt, a weeklong trip, or an extended getaway, Las Palomas Beach & Golf Resort has everything you need.
“There’s something for everyone at Las Palomas,” Hector Vazquez del Mercado, the resort general manager, said. “Las Palomas is more than a destination. It’s a place to relax, to reconnect, to be with yourself [or your significant other or your entire family]. We are in the middle of everywhere – in the heart of Rocky Point.”
Located in the Sandy Beach area, Las Palomas is perfectly situated for exploring Rocky Point, and there is plenty to see and do.
- Fishing tours
- Bird Island tour
- Banana Boat rides
- Kayaking
- Jet skiing
- Paddleboarding
- Kite surfing
- Snorkeling and scuba diving
- Horseback riding
- Golfing (more on that in a minute)
- ATV tours
- Ultralight flights
- Pinacate Biosphere Reserve
- Oyster experience
Whether you spend your day on the water, in the saddle, or relaxing on the sand, you’re always returning to the luxurious home-like setting of your Las Palomas condo. While Las Palomas Beach and Golf Resort is a hotel, it’s not like other hotels. Its “rooms” are fully furnished condos ranging from one to six bedrooms.
“Each condo is individually decorated, fully furnished and equipped with gourmet kitchens, charming living rooms and dining areas,” LasPalomasResort.net explains. So, it’s like home, but better — because the beach and breathtaking ocean views make pretty much everything better.
If exploring isn’t part of your vacation plans, that’s fine. Las Palomas has everything you want and need.
Fore! And more!
Let’s talk about the golf. It’s world-class! The Links at Las Palomas Beach & Golf Resort is a 72-par, 18-hole championship course designed by prestigious golf course architects Forrest Richards and Arthur Jack Snyder. The “only true links golf course in Northwest Mexico,” The Links features a clubhouse, as well as a pro shop, driving range, practice greens, and cart rentals. Let’s not forget the bonus 19th hole. We won’t spoil it for you.
The resort also has two large swimming pools, two hot tubs, two lazy rivers, a full-service spa, a gym, and free high-speed internet if you can’t bring yourself to disconnect.
Top 6 reasons to visit Rocky Point
- Adventure
- Nature lover’s paradise
- The sporting life
- Shopping & dining
- Arts & culture
- Relaxation
“Las Palomas is one of my favorite resorts,” Arizona’s Family Community Anchor Susan Casper told Gina Maravilla on “Your Life Arizona.” “It’s pretty cool; it’s fun.”
You’ll need to fuel your hard-core vacationing, and you can do it at one of the two first-class restaurants at Las Palomas – La Maria Taco Shop & Bar and Citron Fine Cuisine. Both are in the top 10 on Tripadvisor’s list of best restaurants in Rocky Point. Each has hundreds of stellar reviews praising the food services.
In addition to the two sit-down restaurants, there are three swim-up pool bars, so you don’t even have to leave the water to grab a snack or beverage.
“This was [my] first time driving to Mexico from Phoenix, and many of my colleagues recommended Las Palomas Beach and Golf Resort. Definitely an excellent choice!” Kerwin L. wrote on Tripadvisor in May.
Erica G. posted on Tripadvisor after their family’s spring break trip in March.
“We love Las Palomas!” they said. “Such a fun, clean, and comfortable beachfront resort. 4th time here. Every time has been a hit.”
Las Palomas Beach and Golf Resort is dedicated to ensuring its guests have unforgettable vacations, which is one reason it tops the U.S. News and World Report list of Best Resorts in Northern Mexico for 2025.
The final thing that makes Las Palomas a standout destination is its year-round deals. You can find all current offers here.
There are always deals posted on LasPalomasResort.net, so you never need to search through multiple sites or owner rental platforms.
Imagine saving $30 a night by booking elsewhere, only to end up in a condo that doesn’t offer daily cleaning or towel service and doesn’t have a lobby or on-site customer support. Plus, you end up paying 20% more for food and drinks. While you might save on your nightly rate, you’ll ultimately pay more for less in the long run.
Ready to plan your best beach vacation?
It’s a toss-up whether the biggest draw of Las Palomas is the beach or the golf.
But no matter how you slice it (See what we did there?) Las Palomas Beach and Golf Resort should be on your short list of vacation spots this summer.
