Mexican Riviera Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Mexican Riviera
Puerto Vallarta featuring rocky coastline, a sandy beach and surf
Puerto Vallarta showing landscape views and rocky coastline
Marina Cabo San Lucas featuring boating and a marina
Mexican Riviera

Where to stay in Mexican Riviera

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Romantic Zone

5/5(4 area reviews)

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 Los Muertos Pier and Playa de los Muertos.

Romantic Zone
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Sector L

Sector L might not have many top sights, but Chahue Beach and Playa Santa Cruz are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Sector L
Zona Dorada showing mountains, general coastal views and a beach

Zona Dorada

4/5(2 area reviews)

Travellers to Zona Dorada praise its stunning beaches. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Punta Camaron Beach and Sea Shell City Museum.

Zona Dorada
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Sandy Beach

If you're spending some time in Sandy Beach, Bonita Beach and The Links Golf Course are top sights worth seeing.

Sandy Beach
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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.

Hotel Zone
Puerto Nuevo showing a coastal town, general coastal views and rugged coastline

Puerto Nuevo

Check out the seafood restaurants, beaches and live music while spending some time in Puerto Nuevo. Though there might not be many attractions in the neighbourhood, you won't need to go far to find top spots like Christ of the Sacred Heart or All the Pretty Horses of Baja Rides and Rescue.

Puerto Nuevo
Hotel Riu Santa Fe - All Inclusive

Hotel Riu Santa Fe - All Inclusive

3.5 out of 5
Bahia Cabo san Lucas KM 4.5, Camino Viejo San jose del Cabo, Cabo San Lucas, BCS
Stay at this 3.5-star beach property in Cabo San Lucas. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (5,551 reviews)
"Excellent!"

Reviewed on 20 Jul. 2025

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Hotel Riu Palace Cabo San Lucas - All Inclusive

Hotel Riu Palace Cabo San Lucas - All Inclusive

4 out of 5
Camino Viejo a San Jose del Cabo Km 4.5, Cabo San Lucas, BCS
Stay at this 4-star beach property in Cabo San Lucas. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (4,573 reviews)
"We stayed in hotel Riu Palace for 7 days with family and kids .kids had so much fun playing in the pool and kids club .my sun had lots of fun participating in kids activities."

Reviewed on 20 Jul. 2025

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Hotel Riu Palace Cabo San Lucas - All Inclusive
Hotel Riu Palace Baja California - Adults Only - All Inclusive

Hotel Riu Palace Baja California - Adults Only - All Inclusive

4.5 out of 5
Camino Viejo a San José, Km 3.5, Col. El Medano, Cabo San Lucas, BCS
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury property in Cabo San Lucas. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (4,139 reviews)
"My only disappointment was this is an all adult resort and everything closed at 11pm! Pool closed at 7 pm. Music and lounge closed at 11, no clubs to enjoy."

Reviewed on 19 Jul. 2025

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Canto del Sol Puerto Vallarta All Inclusive

Canto del Sol Puerto Vallarta All Inclusive

3.5 out of 5
Clemente Orozco 125, Zona Hotelera Norte, Puerto Vallarta
Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Puerto Vallarta. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
7.4/10 Good! (3,096 reviews)
"dated property"

Reviewed on 16 Jul. 2025

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Hotel Tropicana - Near Olas Altas Street

Hotel Tropicana - Near Olas Altas Street

3 out of 5
Puerto Vallarta
Stay at this 3-star beach aparthotel in Puerto Vallarta. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the bar in our ...
7.6/10 Good! (2,568 reviews)
"Fantastic location on the beach and in PV! We enjoyed a palapa every day and walking to many great restaurants. Hotel itself is older and dated. Poor water temperature and pressure with the shower."

Reviewed on 6 Jul. 2025

Hotel Tropicana - Near Olas Altas Street
Grand Miramar All Luxury Suites & Residences

Grand Miramar All Luxury Suites & Residences

4.5 out of 5
Puerto Vallarta
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Puerto Vallarta. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 4 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,697 reviews)
"I liked this hotel it was very cool"

Reviewed on 18 Jul. 2025

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Popular places to visit

Rosarito showing a sandy beach

Rosarito Beach

Experience the buzzing atmosphere of the resort city’s main beach and spend the day playing on the sandy shores, swimming or relaxing with an icy-cold drink.

Rosarito Beach
Malecon featuring night scenes, a coastal town and a sandy beach

Malecon

Sip coconut water, eat grilled fish and check out the shopping and entertainment at this beachside promenade.

Malecon
Zicatela Beach showing a beach bar and general coastal views

Zicatela Beach

Puerto Escondido’s liveliest beach offers attractions year-round with its big waves, international surf competitions, folk festivals and pulsating nightlife.

Zicatela Beach
Nuevo Vallarta Beach featuring a beach and tropical scenes

Nuevo Vallarta Beach

Choose from a variety of water sports, watch dramatic sunsets and, in the right season, spot nesting sea turtles and migrating whales at this beach on Banderas Bay.

Nuevo Vallarta Beach
Medano Beach

Medano Beach

A favorite among Cabo’s young revelers, this scenic beach stands out with its fun bars, watersports rentals and party atmosphere.

Medano Beach
Marina Cabo San Lucas which includes a lighthouse and a coastal town

Marina Del Rey

This world-class marina offers high-end yachting services, and is the ideal base for sport fishing excursions and golfing.

Marina Del Rey

Activities

ATV, Ziplining & Cenote Tour at Extreme Adventure Eco Park

ATV, Ziplining & Cenote Tour at Extreme Adventure Eco Park

NZ$108
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
ATV, Ziplining & Cenote Tour at Extreme Adventure Eco Park
Chichen Itza, Cenote & Valladolid All Inclusive Tour

Chichen Itza, Cenote & Valladolid Tour

NZ$98
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Chichen Itza, Cenote & Valladolid Tour
ATV, Ziplines & Mayan Cenote Extreme Experience

ATV, Ziplines & Mayan Cenote Extreme All Inclusive Experience

NZ$122
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
ATV, Ziplines & Mayan Cenote Extreme All Inclusive Experience
Party on a boat in Canun

Xoximilco Mexican Fiesta: Tasting Traditional Menú & Tequila Open Bar

NZ$183
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Xoximilco Mexican Fiesta: Tasting Traditional Menú & Tequila Open Bar
Gorgeous Natural Pink Lake, Las Coloradas

Gorgeous Natural Pink Lake, Las Coloradas

NZ$253
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Gorgeous Natural Pink Lake, Las Coloradas
Chichen Itza Premium, Cenote, Valladolid & Mayan Cuisine

Chichen Itza, Cenote, Zip-Line, Mayan Cooking & Valladolid

NZ$63
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Chichen Itza, Cenote, Zip-Line, Mayan Cooking & Valladolid
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