Downtown Puerto Vallarta Travel Guide

Puerto Vallarta

A coastal promenade with a rocky shoreline, a calm sea, and a cityscape in the background.
A beach with balanced rocks and a cityscape in the distance.
A coastal scene with a wooden structure on the beach, a seagull, and a distant city skyline.
A large fishing boat on calm waters with a city skyline in the background.
A coastal promenade with palm trees, a rocky shoreline, and a pier with people walking.

Stay near popular Downtown Puerto Vallarta attractions

Things to do


Top hotels in Downtown Puerto Vallarta

Rosita Hotel

Rosita Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Paseo Diaz Ordaz 901 Puerto Vallarta JAL
The price is Rp1.098.099 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
Rp1.098.099
Rp1.328.700 total
21 Sept - 22 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Puerto Vallarta. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
Rosita Hotel
Hotel Porto Allegro - Near Malecon

Hotel Porto Allegro - Near Malecon

3 out of 5
Calle Hidalgo No. 119 Puerto Vallarta
The price is Rp1.027.545 per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
Rp1.027.545
Rp1.243.329 total
14 Sept - 15 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Puerto Vallarta. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)
"This property seems too little but it’s not rooms are pretty good and clean. May not be the best in luxury but does the job. we have stayed in expensive hotels and really I don’t see too much difference. it is very convenient one can go anywhere from there. To the seafront /malecon (literally two ..."

Reviewed on 10 Sept 2026

Hotel Porto Allegro - Near Malecon
Loft Hotel Malecon Vallarta

Loft Hotel Malecon Vallarta

2 out of 5
Paseo Diaz Ordaz #920, Col. Centro Puerto Vallarta JAL
The price is Rp1.198.800 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
Rp1.198.800
Rp1.450.548 total
27 Sept - 28 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Puerto Vallarta. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"Everything was wonderful staff was great. The hotel is beautiful"

Reviewed on 11 Sept 2026

Loft Hotel Malecon Vallarta
El Pescador Hotel

El Pescador Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Paraguay 1117 Esq. Uruguay Puerto Vallarta JAL
The price is Rp1.239.582 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
Rp1.239.582
Rp1.499.895 total
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Puerto Vallarta. Enjoy room service, a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Everything was really good"

Reviewed on 9 Sept 2026

El Pescador Hotel
Hotel Riu Palace Pacifico - Adults Only - All Inclusive

Hotel Riu Palace Pacifico - Adults Only - All Inclusive

4.5 out of 5
Av de los Cocoteros - Lote 2 Nuevo Nayarit NAY
The price is Rp3.974.365 per night from 30 Sept to 1 Oct
Rp3.974.365
Rp4.689.750 total
30 Sept - 1 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Nuevo Nayarit. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (4,443 reviews)
"A great place to stay at! It has many food options, the area is quiet for those that a looking to relax, and the hotel is very clean."

Reviewed on 12 Sept 2026

Hotel Riu Palace Pacifico - Adults Only - All Inclusive
Hotel Riu Vallarta - All Inclusive

Hotel Riu Vallarta - All Inclusive

3.5 out of 5
Av. de los Cocoteros s/n Nuevo Nayarit NAY
Stay at this beach resort in Nuevo Nayarit. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (3,971 reviews)
"No a good resort for elderly people, absent of rails and ramps thru the hotel"

Reviewed on 11 Sept 2026

Hotel Riu Vallarta - All Inclusive
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Where to stay in Downtown Puerto Vallarta

Find the best Downtown Puerto Vallarta areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Romantic Zone

Are you interested in stunning beaches, fantastic nightlife and popular shops? A visit to Romantic Zone might be the perfect thing. You can also explore top sights like Playa de los Muertos and Bay of Banderas.

Emiliano Zapata

While visiting Emiliano Zapata, you might make a stop by sights like Playa de los Muertos and Cuale Island.

Amapas

If you're spending some time in Amapas, Playa de los Muertos and Olas Altas Street are top sights worth seeing.

Hotel Zone

Hotel Zone is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights area like Cruise Ship Terminal and La Isla.

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.



Downtown Puerto Vallarta Travel Guide