What is Downtown Puerto Vallarta like?

Travellers love the Downtown Puerto Vallarta neighbourhood for its beautiful beaches, array of dining options and major shopping area. Looking for sights you might find in a travel guide about Downtown Puerto Vallarta? Consider a visit to Malecon while you're in the neighbourhood.

Where is the best place to stay in Downtown Puerto Vallarta?

Based on our traveller data, The Paramar Beachfront Boutique Hotel - Downtown Malecon is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown Puerto Vallarta. This hotel is a short 1-minute walk from Bay of Banderas, and it offers free breakfast and a restaurant. Other good choices for your stay in the neighbourhood include Rosita Hotel and El Pescador Hotel .

How many hotels will I find in Downtown Puerto Vallarta?

If you're searching for places to stay in Puerto Vallarta, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 409 Downtown Puerto Vallarta hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown Puerto Vallarta, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get the best options available in Downtown Puerto Vallarta.

What is there to do around this Puerto Vallarta neighbourhood?

Enjoy a stroll along the shore at Camarones Beach, Olas Altas Beach and Rosita Beach while you're in Downtown Puerto Vallarta. Malecon and Teatro Vallarta are also a couple of places to visit in the neighbourhood. Cruise Ship Terminal, Arte LatinoAmericano and Galeria Pacifico are just a few of the places to visit in and around Downtown Puerto Vallarta. While you're out sightseeing in Puerto Vallarta, make sure that you visit other sights such as Mirador el Cerro de la Cruz or Caballito.

The Best Hotels in Downtown Puerto Vallarta, Puerto Vallarta - 2026 Updated Prices

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Our top choices for Downtown Puerto Vallarta hotels

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, potted plants, and a view of the cityscape at night.

1. Hotel Porto Allegro - Near Malecon

Downtown Puerto Vallarta

Yolanda

฿2,782 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

A pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees, with a view of the sea and buildings in the background.

2. The Paramar Beachfront Boutique Hotel - Downtown Malecon

Downtown Puerto Vallarta

William

฿3,273 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A balcony with wicker chairs, a pool, and a view of the ocean and palm trees.

3. Rosita Hotel

Downtown Puerto Vallarta

Javier

฿2,849 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A poolside area with a view of the sea and a cityscape in the background.

4. Luna Líquida Hotel Boutique

Downtown Puerto Vallarta

roberto

฿4,758 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A building with a white facade, a dome, and a balcony with chairs and umbrellas.

5. Loft Hotel Malecon Vallarta

Downtown Puerto Vallarta

Dacy

฿2,767 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Oct - 4 Oct

A person holding a glass of drink by a pool with a building in the background.

6. BellView Hotel Boutique

Downtown Puerto Vallarta

Jason

฿7,076 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

A pool area with a long, narrow pool, surrounded by seating and columns, and a warm, inviting atmosphere.

7. Hacienda San Angel

Downtown Puerto Vallarta

Valerie

฿11,528 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

A spacious indoor swimming pool with a view of a cityscape through open windows.

8. Casa Kimberly - Near Malecon

Downtown Puerto Vallarta

Teilyn

฿15,063 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas.

9. Hotel Portonovo Plaza Malecón

Downtown Puerto Vallarta

Marie-Pierre

฿2,286 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

10. Casa Nawalli Puerto Vallarta Boutique Hotel - Adults Only

Downtown Puerto Vallarta

Scott

฿2,805 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A bedroom with a large bed, a view of the beach, and a balcony.

11. Hotel Boutique Alcalá Vallarta

Downtown Puerto Vallarta

Santos

฿1,273 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A hot tub with a view of a cityscape at night.

12. Hotel Casa Kavia Vallarta

Downtown Puerto Vallarta

Jason

฿1,594 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a view of the ocean.

13. El Pescador Hotel

Downtown Puerto Vallarta

jose

฿2,788 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A rooftop pool with a view of the sea, surrounded by potted plants and a striped towel.

14. Raices Nomadas Boutique Hotel Vallarta

Downtown Puerto Vallarta

Cinthia

฿2,547 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A terrace with lounge chairs, a table, and potted plants, overlooking a sunset over the sea.

15. Casa Pancha Puerto Vallarta Centro - Adults Only

Downtown Puerto Vallarta

Lea

฿2,159 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A rooftop terrace with a wooden table and chairs, potted plants, and a clear view of the cityscape.

16. Casitas Miramar Puerto Vallarta Malecón

Downtown Puerto Vallarta

"I absolutely loved staying here! I was a little hesitant at first after reading previous comments about noise, but thankfully, I didn’t experience any issues with noise during my stay. The studio was beautiful, clean, and very well kept, with plenty of great lighting that made the space feel bright and welcoming. The only downside was that there wasn’t enough toilet paper provided, so I had to purchase more twice during my stay. Other than that, I had an amazing experience and would definitely...

Cristian

฿1,931 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

17. Hotel Casa del Parque Vallarta

Downtown Puerto Vallarta

Victor B

฿1,463 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

A rooftop pool with a view of the ocean.

18. Hotel Boutique Suites Nadia

Downtown Puerto Vallarta

Mayda

฿4,046 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

A swimming pool with a wooden deck and lounge chairs, surrounded by potted plants.

19. Hotel Encino Malecón Centro Puerto Vallarta

Downtown Puerto Vallarta

Elizabeth

฿2,080 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A balcony with a curved sofa, a small table with a tray, and potted plants.

20. Paloma Del Mar

Downtown Puerto Vallarta

Louis

฿2,391 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

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Compare popular hotels in Downtown Puerto Vallarta

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Casa Kimberly - Near Malecon	3.5 star property	9.8 Exceptional 111 reviews	View
Hotel Porto Allegro - Near Malecon	3.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,019 reviews	View
The Paramar Beachfront Boutique Hotel - Downtown Malecon	3.5 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
Hacienda San Angel	4.0 star property	9.8 Exceptional 171 reviews	View
BellView Hotel Boutique	4.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 141 reviews	View

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