What is South Zone like?

South Zone is a welcoming neighbourhood known for its bar scene and array of dining options. Are you looking for South Zone travel tips? Make sure that you visit Playa Esmerelda and Garza Blanca Beach while you're in the neighbourhood.

Where is the best place to stay in South Zone?

Based on our traveller data, Barceló Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive is one of the top choices for your stay in South Zone. This property is steps from Playa Mismaloya, and offers 4 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Other good choices for your stay in the area include Hilton Vallarta Riviera All-Inclusive Resort, Puerto Vallarta and Hotel Mousai Puerto Vallarta Adults Only .

How many hotels are there in South Zone?

Expedia has 444 hotels and other accommodation options in South Zone to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Mismaloya area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in South Zone, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best options available in South Zone.

What is there to do in this Mismaloya neighbourhood?

Enjoy a stroll along the shore at Playa Esmerelda, Garza Blanca Beach and Playa Gemelas while you're in South Zone. Playa Palmares and Playa Mismaloya are also a couple of places to visit in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around South Zone include Punta Negra Beach, Los Arcos and Vallarta Zoo. When you're sightseeing in Mismaloya, El Eden and Playa Estaca are also worth a stop.

The Best Hotels in South Zone, Puerto Vallarta - 2026 Updated Prices

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Our top choices for South Zone hotels

1. Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa - All Inclusive

South Zone

Sharone

฿21,511 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Aug - 21 Aug

3 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

2. Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa

South Zone

Cynthia

฿12,668 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Aug - 19 Aug

3. Grand Park Royal Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive

South Zone

iris

฿7,403 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

4. Barceló Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive

South Zone

Annalise

฿7,475 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Sept - 11 Sept

5. Hotel Casa Iguana Mismaloya

South Zone

Janelle

฿2,756 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Aug - 23 Aug

1 bedroom, minibar, laptop workspace, free WiFi

6. Traditional Sierra Leon Oceanfront Rooms

South Zone

Geoffrey

฿3,816 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Aug - 20 Aug

7. Hilton Vallarta Riviera All-Inclusive Resort, Puerto Vallarta

South Zone

Jose Roberto

฿12,773 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Aug - 25 Aug

Family Suite with 2 bedrooms and Large Terrace Oceanfront | Beach/ocean view

8. Costa Sur All Inclusive Resort

South Zone

AnA

฿8,034 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

9. Costa Sur All Inclusive Classico Collection by Sonesta

South Zone

Erika

฿8,815 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

4 outdoor pools, free pool cabanas, pool umbrellas

10. Hotel Mousai Puerto Vallarta Adults Only

South Zone

Anooshirvan

฿16,462 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Aug - 19 Aug

11. Hotel Mousai Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive - Adults Only

South Zone

Kim

฿25,189 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Aug - 19 Aug

Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

12. Villa Lala Boutique Hotel Adults Only

6.4 km from South Zone

Tracy

฿6,684 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Sept - 11 Sept

13. Garza Blanca Sanctuary All Inclusive

Amapas, 5.5 km from South Zone

Iwona

฿25,399 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Aug - 19 Aug

14. P V South Shore Luxury Accommodations

6.4 km from South Zone

Danny

฿7,219 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Aug - 19 Aug

Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

15. The Paramar Beachfront Boutique Hotel - Downtown Malecon

Colonia 5 de Diciembre, 8.5 km from South Zone

Araceli

฿3,932 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Aug - 19 Aug

16. Hotel Posada de Roger - Near Los Muertos Beach

Emiliano Zapata, 6.6 km from South Zone

garnet

฿2,134 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Aug - 25 Aug

Ocean View Balcony Junior Suite | Terrace/patio

17. Pier 69 Beachfront Boutique Hotel Romance Zone Adults Only

Amapas, 6.3 km from South Zone

Jonathan

฿3,812 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Aug - 19 Aug

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Partial Ocean View | View from room

18. Rosita Hotel

Colonia 5 de Diciembre, 8 km from South Zone

Carlos

฿2,674 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

19. Casa Maria Hotel Boutique & Gallery - Adults Only

Emiliano Zapata, 6.4 km from South Zone

Alexis

฿4,639 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Aug - 19 Aug

20. Hotel Boutique Luxury Patio Azul

Conchas Chinas, 5.1 km from South Zone

Ondré

฿2,516 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Aug - 27 Aug

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Compare popular hotels in South Zone

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Traditional Sierra Leon Oceanfront Rooms	4.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 48 reviews	View
Hotel Mousai Puerto Vallarta Adults Only	5.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa	5.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 1,002 reviews	View
Hilton Vallarta Riviera All-Inclusive Resort, Puerto Vallarta	4.5 star property	8.8 Excellent 1,321 reviews	View
Barceló Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive	4.0 star property	8.2 Very good 3,039 reviews	View

Where to stay in South Zone

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A coastal cityscape with a prominent pier, clear blue waters, and a beach area with umbrellas and palm trees.

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.

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A coastal city with a prominent bridge, a beach, and numerous boats on the water.

Emiliano Zapata

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

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A coastal cityscape with a beach, high-rise hotels, and a clear blue sea.

Hotel Zone

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

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A coastal cityscape with dense urban development, a prominent hill, and a view of the ocean.

Amapas

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

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A marina with numerous boats, a lighthouse, and buildings with red-tiled roofs.

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.

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Top South Zone Hotel Reviews

Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa

10/10 Excellent

"Very nice property"

Hotel Mousai Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive - Adults Only

10/10 Excellent

"This hotel exceeded all of our expectations and more! Everything about our stay was wonderful. The infinity pool was absolutely beautiful, the food was amazing, and the views were simply stunning. The entire property was very clean and well maintained, and the staff provided excellent, friendly service throughout our stay. We also loved the trolley service to and from the buildings…it was so convenient and made getting around effortless. Overall, we had an amazing experience and truly enjoyed every part of our stay. We would definitely come back again and highly recommend this hotel!"

Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa - All Inclusive

10/10 Excellent

"Family and I had a great time at the resort. The rooms were super clean and fully stocked. The property had great restaurants and food tasted good. Beach front is especially clean and water is swimmable since it’s set up as a lagoon. Highly recommend."

Hotel Casa Iguana Mismaloya

8/10 Good

"Beautiful gardens and pool, very clean, good AC, simple accomodations. Short walking distance to beach, zoo, bus stop , and tours. I didn't notice other hotels this close to everything that weren't huge resorts. Great location as it was much quieter and natural than PV yet a short bus ride away from the city. The beach was gorgeous and fun. Sometimes loud at night due to neighborhood music playing. Gracias !"

Costa Sur All Inclusive Classico Collection by Sonesta

10/10 Excellent

"We love this hotel and have stayed here three times. We deeply regret their decision to become an all inclusive this Spring. Puerto Vallarta is a great place to go out to eat and enjoy the town, we are not interested in staying in the hotel all the time or paying for food we wont eat. I hope they reconsider this decision, we would return if they did."

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Our top choices for South Zone hotels

1. Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa - All Inclusive

2. Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa

3. Grand Park Royal Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive

4. Barceló Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive

5. Hotel Casa Iguana Mismaloya

6. Traditional Sierra Leon Oceanfront Rooms

7. Hilton Vallarta Riviera All-Inclusive Resort, Puerto Vallarta

8. Costa Sur All Inclusive Resort

9. Costa Sur All Inclusive Classico Collection by Sonesta

10. Hotel Mousai Puerto Vallarta Adults Only

11. Hotel Mousai Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive - Adults Only

12. Villa Lala Boutique Hotel Adults Only

13. Garza Blanca Sanctuary All Inclusive

14. P V South Shore Luxury Accommodations

15. The Paramar Beachfront Boutique Hotel - Downtown Malecon

16. Hotel Posada de Roger - Near Los Muertos Beach

17. Pier 69 Beachfront Boutique Hotel Romance Zone Adults Only

18. Rosita Hotel

19. Casa Maria Hotel Boutique & Gallery - Adults Only

20. Hotel Boutique Luxury Patio Azul

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Where to stay in South Zone

Romantic Zone

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Amapas

Marina Vallarta

Top South Zone Hotel Reviews

Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa

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