Puerto Vallarta (PVR)

West coast of Mexico, very lush & tropical, old world authentic Mexico. Lots to do & see, good for families & romantic getaways, as well as adventure travel. Whale watching in the winter months. Friendly people.  Water is not crystal clear by any means (darker water), a bit of a rougher surf , but not as rough as Cancun, some rocky beaches. Protected from harmful weather by the Sierra Madre Mountains. Great value for money & a good place to recommend during hurricane season.

Family Resorts:

  • Moderate:  Hyatt Ziva (all inclusive) : 30 mins from airport, non-motorized watersports, 24 hr room service
  • Moderate:  Hard Rock Vallarta (all inclusive)-Limitless Resort Credit, wide expansive beach
  • Moderate:  Now Amber (all inclusive):  next to Secrets Vallarta, good for destination weddings
  • Moderate:  Fiesta Americana Puerto Vallarta (all-inclusive)
  • Moderate: Iberostar Punta Mita (all-inclusive):  60 mins from PVR,  It’s out there by itself, so not a good recommendation for anyone wanting to go downtown or get off resort for excursions & tours but tremendous value for the dollar, great service, beach, ok food, family friendly, but also fine for couples seeking a great bang for their buck too.
  • Luxury:  St Regis Punta Mita:  Amazing sunsets, high end resort
  • Luxury:  Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit (all inclusive)-15 minutes from PVR airport, Making reservations in advance is recommended since our seating capacity in the restaurants is limited. Can reserve on their website.  High-end, immaculate grounds, One, Two and Three Bedroom Suites, all featuring private terraces and spectacular views.
  • Budget: Riu Pacifico (all inclusive + wrist bands mandatory): 8 miles from airport, very basic

Adults Only Resorts:

  • Moderate:  Grand Fiesta Americana (all inclusive):  30 mins from PVR, lounge like atmosphere
  • Moderate:  Secrets Vallarta (all-inclusive):  15 mins from PVR, exchange priviledges with Now Amber, Casino, all suites offer oceanviews, complimentary greens fees at nearby Marina Vallarta and Vista Vallarta Golf Clubs, no wristbands, 5 mins from El Malecon boardwalk, 2 room categories fit three adults
  • Luxury:  Casa Velas (all-inclusive): 6 minutes from PVR, Beach is not the best & is a two minute shuttle or 15 min walk. Situated along the fairways of the Marina Vallarta Golf Club,  Golf Specialist can do private or group lessons, within walking distance of Puerto Vallarta's sophisticated 500-slip marina, 15 mins from El Malecon, private off-site Beach Club with transportation, healthy options on all of their menus.​
  • Luxury:  Villa Premiere (all-inclusive plan is available, but also offers EP option):   Excellent attention to detail & very personalized service and small beach, but a great property with a lot of heart.

Activities:

  • Whale watching in season
  • Malecon Boardwalk
  • Yelapa (1 hr ferry from Puerto Vallarta), spend the day at Chicos
  • Sayulita