Downtown Puerto Vallarta Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A dolphin sculpture on a beach with a cityscape in the background.
A coastal promenade with palm trees, a rocky shoreline, and a pier with people walking.
A coastal cityscape with a beach, dense residential buildings, and a prominent church.
A coastal town with a prominent church, terracotta-roofed buildings, and a clear view of the ocean.
A sunset over a coastal city with a prominent clock tower and a clear view of the ocean.

Stay near popular Downtown Puerto Vallarta attractions

Activities


Our pick of the best Downtown Puerto Vallarta Hotel Deals

The Paramar Beachfront Boutique Hotel - Downtown Malecon

The Paramar Beachfront Boutique Hotel - Downtown Malecon

3.5 out of 5
CALLE PARAGUAY 1272 Puerto Vallarta JAL
The price is NZ$262 per night from 27 Nov to 28 Nov
NZ$262
27 Nov - 28 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Puerto Vallarta. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,001 reviews)
"A lovely hotel slightly away from the main attractions. The pool bar could open earlier than 12:00 for coffee and soft drinks and an iron would be useful in the room. A lively place though with a great breakfast and nice rooms"

Reviewed on 13 Nov 2026

The Paramar Beachfront Boutique Hotel - Downtown 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 NZ$123 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
NZ$123
22 Nov - 23 Nov
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. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"The hotel was very clean. I did have a street facing room that was extremely noisy with cars and motorcycles. Other than that the property was fine. Just not my kind of place. No one’s fault."

Reviewed on 11 Nov 2026

Loft Hotel Malecon Vallarta
Rosita Hotel

Rosita Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Paseo Diaz Ordaz 901 Puerto Vallarta JAL
The price is NZ$149 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
NZ$149
16 Nov - 17 Nov
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Great place, great location and would stay again."

Reviewed on 14 Nov 2026

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 NZ$145 per night from 14 Dec to 15 Dec
NZ$145
14 Dec - 15 Dec
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! (1,001 reviews)
"A great option for a budget stay in PV. Very helpful staff. Clean rooms. Good elevator. Included breakfast nice. Great to have a little pool area. Nice rooftop. Hot water and good size room. Great location. Will definitely return."

Reviewed on 14 Nov 2026

Hotel Porto Allegro - Near Malecon
El Pescador Hotel

El Pescador Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Paraguay 1117 Esq. Uruguay Puerto Vallarta JAL
The price is NZ$142 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
NZ$142
16 Nov - 17 Nov
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! (1,002 reviews)
"Superb little hotel. Clean. Quiet. Great resto. Lovely staff. Half way between aeropierto and the Los muertos pier."

Reviewed on 8 Nov 2026

El Pescador Hotel
Luna Líquida Hotel Boutique

Luna Líquida Hotel Boutique

3.5 out of 5
Iturbide 408, Col. Centro Puerto Vallarta
The price is NZ$244 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
NZ$244
16 Nov - 17 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Puerto Vallarta. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (828 reviews)
"The continental breakfast is very good. Host provides fresh fruits, hot coffee in the pot, it’s over what I expected. I really appreciate the host allows me to check in 2 hours early. The check-in staff is very friendly. The hotel has a great view down to the bay, church and neighborhood. The only ..."

Reviewed on 11 Nov 2026

Luna Líquida Hotel Boutique
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Our guide on 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 Hotel Zone Beach.

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

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