South Zone Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A resort with a swimming pool, beach, and ocean view.
A coastal cityscape with buildings, lush greenery, and a mountainous backdrop.
A coastal beach with clear turquoise waters, a sandy shore, and a hotel building with balconies overlooking the sea.
A coastal scene with clear blue waters, a sandy beach, and several boats anchored near rocky outcrops.
A beach with palm trees, a hotel, and boats on the water.

Stay near popular South Zone attractions

Activities


Our pick of the best South Zone Hotel Deals

Barceló Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive

Barceló Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive

4 out of 5
Km 11.5 Zona Hotelera Sur Puerto Vallarta
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$405 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
NZ$405
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Puerto Vallarta. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 4 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
Barceló Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive
Hilton Vallarta Riviera All-Inclusive Resort, Puerto Vallarta

Hilton Vallarta Riviera All-Inclusive Resort, Puerto Vallarta

4.5 out of 5
Carretera Barra de Navidad Km 4.5 Puerto Vallarta JAL
The price is NZ$641 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
NZ$641
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Puerto Vallarta. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free valet parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,318 reviews)
"Clean rooms and Awesome pools"

Reviewed on 6 Aug 2026

Hilton Vallarta Riviera All-Inclusive Resort, Puerto Vallarta
Hotel Mousai Puerto Vallarta Adults Only

Hotel Mousai Puerto Vallarta Adults Only

5 out of 5
Carretera a Barra de Navidad Km. 7.5 Puerto Vallarta
The price is NZ$778 per night from 15 Aug to 16 Aug
NZ$778
15 Aug - 16 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Puerto Vallarta. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 4 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
Hotel Mousai Puerto Vallarta Adults Only
Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa - All Inclusive

Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa - All Inclusive

5 out of 5
Km 8 Carretera Barra de Navidad Puerto Vallarta JAL
The price is NZ$1,083 per night from 15 Aug to 16 Aug
NZ$1,083
15 Aug - 16 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Puerto Vallarta. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (774 reviews)
"Our room was so beautiful and spacious and we had a large private balcony overlooking lush landscape with a gorgeous view of the ocean! The staff was so friendly and helpful and the food was amazing."

Reviewed on 5 Aug 2026

Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa - All Inclusive
Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa

Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa

5 out of 5
Puerto Vallarta
The price is NZ$647 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
NZ$647
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hostal in Puerto Vallarta. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"This place caters to you like no other. The food is amazing, the staff is very attentive, housekeeping is awesome, my kids insisted on going to their kids club just about every day, and my wife enjoyed her time at the spa. They do try and sell you on their membership program, but they don’t push ..."

Reviewed on 29 July 2026

Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa
Grand Park Royal Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive

Grand Park Royal Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive

4 out of 5
Carretera Barra de Navidad KM 8.5, Zona Puerto Vallarta JAL
The price is NZ$419 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
NZ$419
2 Sept - 3 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Puerto Vallarta. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,004 reviews)
"Lo recomendamos Todo súper bien"

Reviewed on 3 Aug 2026

Grand Park Royal Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive
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 South Zone

Find the best South Zone 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.

Hotel Zone

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

Amapas

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

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.



South Zone Travel Guide

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