Downtown Puerto Vallarta Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Malecon showing markets, a coastal town and street scenes
Malecon which includes a coastal town, a pebble beach and outdoor art
Malecon which includes general coastal views
Malecon featuring rugged coastline
Malecon showing rugged coastline

Popular places to visit

Activities


Our pick of the best Downtown Puerto Vallarta Hotel Deals

The Paramar Beachfront Boutique Hotel With Breakfast Included - Downtown Malecon

The Paramar Beachfront Boutique Hotel With Breakfast Included - Downtown Malecon

3.5 out of 5
CALLE PARAGUAY 1272, Col 5 Diciembre, Puerto Vallarta, JAL
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Puerto Vallarta. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (764 reviews)
"Service overall"

Reviewed on 13 Jul. 2025

The Paramar Beachfront Boutique Hotel With Breakfast Included - Downtown Malecon
El Pescador Hotel

El Pescador Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Paraguay 1117 Esq. Uruguay, Puerto Vallarta, JAL
The price is NZ$205 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
NZ$205
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Puerto Vallarta. Enjoy a beach locale, room service, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,009 reviews)
"Welcoming environment"

Reviewed on 14 Jul. 2025

El Pescador Hotel
Rosita Hotel

Rosita Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Paseo Diaz Ordaz 901, Puerto Vallarta, JAL
The price is NZ$183 per night from 28 July to 29 July
NZ$183
28 July - 29 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Puerto Vallarta. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"The hotel is great, rooms are big and nice. The people working there are great. Awesome location down town and next to the ocean."

Reviewed on 11 Jul. 2025

Rosita Hotel
Hotel Portonovo Plaza Malecón

Hotel Portonovo Plaza Malecón

3 out of 5
Av. Mexico # 1125, Colonia 5 de Diciembre, Puerto Vallarta, JAL
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Puerto Vallarta. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
"The room was clean. Great location. Pool area could have had a couple more umbrellas. It was very hot and there was only one umbrella set up. Other than that it was a good hotel. Breakfast was good as well."

Reviewed on 16 Jul. 2025

Hotel Portonovo Plaza Malecón
Hotel Porto Allegro - Near Malecon

Hotel Porto Allegro - Near Malecon

3 out of 5
Calle Hidalgo No. 119, Puerto Vallarta
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Puerto Vallarta. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
"Very accessible"

Reviewed on 15 Jul. 2025

Hotel Porto Allegro - Near Malecon
Hotel Casa Kavia

Hotel Casa Kavia

2.5 out of 5
176 C. Zaragoza Centro, Puerto Vallarta, Jal.
The price is NZ$188 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
NZ$188
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Puerto Vallarta. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Malecon and Cruise Ship Terminal are ...
9/10 Wonderful! (24 reviews)
"Clean and right on the malecon. Rooms have amazing ac, breakfast is available for a small price 10/10 recommend we loved it ! If you get the chance reserve the hot tub in the fooftop you’ll have an amazing view of the cathedral"

Reviewed on 14 Jul. 2025

Hotel Casa Kavia
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.

Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Puerto Vallarta

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Cerro

While there might not be top attractions in Cerro, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Malecon and Camarones Beach.

Cerro
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Colonia 5 de Diciembre

If you're spending some time in Colonia 5 de Diciembre, Camarones Beach and Playa Las Glorias are top sights worth seeing.

Colonia 5 de Diciembre
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Proyecto escola

While visiting Proyecto escola, you might make a stop by sights like Church of Our Lady of Guadalupe and Plaza de las Armas.

Proyecto escola
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Gastronómica

While Gastronómica isn't home to many top sights, Malecon and Camarones Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

Gastronómica
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Emiliano Zapata

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

Emiliano Zapata
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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

Downtown Puerto Vallarta Travel Guide

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