Centro Ixtapa Travel Guide
Puerto Vallarta
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Popular places to visit
Malecon
Sip coconut water, eat grilled fish and check out the shopping and entertainment at this beachside promenade.
Playa de los Muertos
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Playa de los Muertos during your travels in Romantic Zone? Visit the shops and lively bars in this romantic area.
Playa Gemelas
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Playa Gemelas during your travels in Mismaloya? Amble around this relaxing area's seaside and enjoy its lively bars.
Los Arcos
Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore Los Arcos, a lovely green space in Mismaloya. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.
Playa Mismaloya
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Playa Mismaloya during your travels in Mismaloya? Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area or visit its lively bars.
Garza Blanca Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Garza Blanca Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Mismaloya. Amble around this relaxing area's seaside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Bioluminescence & sunset local boat tour to Los Arcos Sanctuary
Hop On Hop Off Tour with Free Stops in Puerto Vallarta
Rhythms of the Night - Sunset Cruise, Dinner & Performance at Las Caletas
Puerto Vallarta City Highlights, Tequila and Coffee Factory
Cabaret Show and Mixology Cocktails in a Mexican Cantina
Puerto Vallarta's Best Canopy Zipline + Jorullo Bridge walk!
Top hotels in Centro Ixtapa
Delta Hotels by Marriott Riviera Nayarit, An All-Inclusive Resort
Not enough staff. Need to improve their food.
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
Hotel Riu Jalisco - All Inclusive
Had a fantastic time at the newly renovated RIU. Kids club was fantastic, food was awesome, and staff were amazing. Definitely one of the better all inclusive we have been to.
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Hotel Riu Vallarta - All Inclusive
Staff was super friendly. Mario is the best Bartender. Always took care of us and made sure we made it back. Food was good.
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
Hotel Riu Palace Pacifico - Adults Only - All Inclusive
Todo bien
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Hotel Mio Riviera Nayarit - Adults Only
Excellent rooftop patio, great serving staff
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Paradise Village Beach Resort and Spa
The cleanest, best maintained resort I have ever been to. The customer service is top notch. We tried other resorts but we keep coming back to paradise village. It has it all. We stayed in the coba building, which was recently completely renovated. They added a new pool and hot tubs at the rear with ...
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Centro Ixtapa
Isla Iguana
While there might not be top attractions in Isla Iguana, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Cruise Ship Terminal and Vallarta Casino.
Marina Vallarta
Travellers to Marina Vallarta praise its stunning beaches. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by El Faro Lighthouse and Marina Vallarta Golf Club.
Garza Blanca
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Garza Blanca and surrounding area, you can visit Hotel Zone Beach and Playa Las Glorias.
Fluvial Vallarta
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Fluvial Vallarta and surrounding area, you can visit Cruise Ship Terminal and Hotel Zone Beach.
Díaz Ordaz
While Díaz Ordaz may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Cruise Ship Terminal and Hotel Zone Beach.
Hotel Zone
Hotel Zone is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights area like Cruise Ship Terminal and Hotel Zone Beach.
