Riviera Nayarit Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Nuevo Vallarta Beach showing surf, general coastal views and a sandy beach
Nuevo Vallarta Beach showing surf, general coastal views and a sandy beach
Nuevo Vallarta Beach showing a playground and a beach as well as a large group of people
Nuevo Vallarta Beach showing general coastal views, a sandy beach and a sunset
Nuevo Vallarta Beach

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Where to stay in Riviera Nayarit

Bucerias in Mexico. Colourful umbrellas

Zona Dorada

If you're spending some time in Zona Dorada, Playa Bucerías and Art Walk Bucerias are top sights worth seeing.

Zona Dorada
Bay and beach, Rincon de Guayabitos village, Compostela municipality, Pacific Ocean, Riviera Nayarit, Nayarit State, Mexico, Central America, America

North End

5/5(1 area review)

While visiting North End, you might make a stop by sights like Sayulita Farmers Market and Nanzal Hill.

North End
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Downtown La Cruz

While visiting Downtown La Cruz, you might make a stop by sights like La Cruz Sunday Market and La Cruz Square.

Downtown La Cruz
Las Islitas beaches, San Blas Town, Matanchen Bay, Pacific Ocean, Riviera Nayarit, Nayarit state, Mexico, Central America, America

La Puntilla

While visiting La Puntilla, you might make a stop by sights like Playa Bucerías and Bay of Banderas.

La Puntilla
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Arena Blanca

Arena Blanca might not have many top sights, but Marina Riviera Nayarit at La Cruz and Destiladeras Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Arena Blanca
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Los Pescadores

While Los Pescadores isn't home to many top sights, Bridge of Life and Rincón de Guayabitos Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

Los Pescadores
Delta Hotels by Marriott Riviera Nayarit, An All-Inclusive Resort

Delta Hotels by Marriott Riviera Nayarit, An All-Inclusive Resort

4 out of 5
Carr. La Cruz a Punta Mita km 0.2 La Cruz de Huanacaxtle NAY
The price is NZ$546 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
NZ$546
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa resort in La Cruz de Huanacaxtle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 10 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,931 reviews)
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Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026

Delta Hotels by Marriott Riviera Nayarit, An All-Inclusive Resort
Conrad Punta de Mita

Conrad Punta de Mita

5 out of 5
Carretera Punta de Mita Punta de Mita NAY
The price is NZ$922 per night from 2 Mar to 3 Mar
NZ$922
2 Mar - 3 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Punta de Mita. Enjoy free parking, 3 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9/10 Wonderful! (539 reviews)
The hotel is amazing, the decor

Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026

Conrad Punta de Mita
Dreams Bahia Mita Surf & Spa - All Inclusive

Dreams Bahia Mita Surf & Spa - All Inclusive

4.5 out of 5
Carretera Cruz de Huanacaxtle Punta de Mita NAY
The price is NZ$728 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
NZ$728
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Punta de Mita. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free valet parking and 7 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (979 reviews)
Great staff, good food selection, clean, spacious and beautiful oceanfront

Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026

Dreams Bahia Mita Surf & Spa - All Inclusive
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Maramara Hotel Experience

Maramara Hotel Experience

4 out of 5
Av. Revolución 74 Sayulita NAY
Stay at this aparthotel in Sayulita. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions San Pancho Nayarit Market and Gringo Hill are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (118 reviews)
Clean room, friendly staff, clean and tidy grounds.

Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026

Maramara Hotel Experience
ITARE BEACH HOUSE

ITARE BEACH HOUSE

3.5 out of 5
500 Playa Los Picos Flamingos Bucerías Nay.
Stay at this aparthotel in Bucerías. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and rainfall showerheads. Popular attractions Playa Bucerías and Nuevo Vallarta Beach ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (52 reviews)
Staff was great, rooms where clean. Nice pool area. Comfy beds. I would stay here again.

Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026

ITARE BEACH HOUSE
Riviera Sayulita Hotel

Riviera Sayulita Hotel

3.5 out of 5
89 Revolución Street Sayulita NAY
Stay at this aparthotel in Sayulita. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (317 reviews)
Clean quiet and spacious. Kind and friendly staff.

Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026

Riviera Sayulita Hotel
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Popular places to visit

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
Atardecer en la playa de Bucerías, México

Playa Bucerías

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Playa Bucerías might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Bucerías. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Playa Bucerías
Punta de Mita golf course at the beach aerial view

Punta de Mita Beach

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Punta de Mita Beach during your travels in Punta de Mita? While in this relaxing area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Punta de Mita Beach
Zip Line in Puerto Vallarta Mexico

Vallarta Adventures

Enjoy a trip to Vallarta Adventures and popular activities such as taking adventure tours in Nuevo Nayarit. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.

Vallarta Adventures
aerial view of sayulita beach

Sayulita Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Sayulita Beach during your trip to Sayulita? Wander the beaches in this relaxing area.

Sayulita Beach
South Coast Nayarit which includes a beach bar, tropical scenes and a sandy beach

El Anclote Beach

Watersports, wildlife spotting, fresh seafood lunches and picturesque sunsets provide all the ingredients for an idyllic beach vacation in Punta Mita.

El Anclote Beach

Activities

Snorkeling Adventure

Mega Yacht ALL INCLUSIVE Yelapa Waterfall & Snorkeling Adventure

NZ$198
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Mega Yacht ALL INCLUSIVE Yelapa Waterfall & Snorkeling Adventure
Walk through the streets of Puerto Vallarta

Puerto Vallarta VIP Promotional Tour

NZ$50
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Puerto Vallarta VIP Promotional Tour
Rhythms of the Night - Sunset Cruise, Dinner & Performance at Las Caletas

Rhythms of the Night - Sunset Cruise, Dinner & Performance at Las Caletas

NZ$217
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Rhythms of the Night - Sunset Cruise, Dinner & Performance at Las Caletas
Aquaventuras Water Park Admission Tickets

Puerto Vallarta: Aquaventuras Water Park

NZ$42
per adult
72% of travellers recommend
Puerto Vallarta: Aquaventuras Water Park
Unforgettable sunsets

Sunsets and Whales Mega Yachts ALL INCLUSIVE: Puerto Vallarta

NZ$133
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Sunsets and Whales Mega Yachts ALL INCLUSIVE: Puerto Vallarta
Couple from behind strolling hand in hand on Puerto Vallarta boardwalk

Vallarta's City Tour with lunch & Tequila Tasting

NZ$108
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Vallarta's City Tour with lunch & Tequila Tasting
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Cities near Riviera Nayarit

Puerto Vallarta showing a beach, general coastal views and kayaking or canoeing

Puerto Vallarta

Punta Mita which includes landscape views and a beach

Punta de Mita

Bucerias

Bucerías

Beautiful landscape of a beach in the mexican pacific coast in a sunny day with a blue and clear sky, trees, palms and green hills, some waves and sand in the beach

Lo de Marcos