Centro Ixtapa Travel Guide
Puerto Vallarta
Visit Centro Ixtapa
Popular places to visit
Malecon
Sip coconut water, eat grilled fish and check out the shopping and entertainment at this beachside promenade.
Playa de los Muertos
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Playa de los Muertos during your travels in Romantic Zone? Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this romantic area.
Playa Gemelas
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Playa Gemelas during your travels in Mismaloya? Amble around this relaxing area's seaside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Los Arcos
Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore Los Arcos, a lovely green space in Mismaloya. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area.
Playa Mismaloya
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Playa Mismaloya during your travels in Mismaloya? Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area or visit its lively bars.
Garza Blanca Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Garza Blanca Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Mismaloya. Amble around this relaxing area's seaside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Hop On Hop Off Tour with Free Stops in Puerto Vallarta
Puerto Vallarta City Highlights, Tequila and Coffee Factory
Puerto Vallarta: Los Arcos Islands Boat Tour and Snorkeling
City Tour Puerto Vallarta - Churches, Tequila Test and more
ATV and RZR Jorullo Bridge Experience in Puerto Vallarta
Whale & Dolphin Watching Cruise in Puerto Vallarta All Inclusive
Top hotels in Centro Ixtapa
Hotel Riu Jalisco - All Inclusive
Everything was great, but it would be good to have restaurant's reservation as the waiting in the steakhouse was over an hour and a half so didn't get to eat there.
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
Hotel Riu Vallarta - All Inclusive
Yes very clean
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
Hotel Riu Palace Pacifico - Adults Only - All Inclusive
Beautiful location, amenities, friendly staff.
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
Delta Hotels by Marriott Riviera Nayarit, An All-Inclusive Resort
Best hotel in this price range. The pools are very unique and one of a kind. All the bartenders are amazing. Not much night life, but you can assure yourself that you will be relaxing and feel rejuvenated after your vacation.
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026
Barceló Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive
Staff were friendly and amazing.
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026
Hotel Mio Riviera Nayarit - Adults Only
Great!
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Centro Ixtapa
Isla Iguana
While there might not be top attractions in Isla Iguana, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Cruise Ship Terminal and Vallarta Casino.
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.
Garza Blanca
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Garza Blanca and surrounding area, you can visit Hotel Zone Beach and Playa Las Glorias.
Fluvial Vallarta
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Fluvial Vallarta and surrounding area, you can visit Cruise Ship Terminal and Hotel Zone Beach.
Díaz Ordaz
While Díaz Ordaz may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Cruise Ship Terminal and Malecon.
Hotel Zone
Hotel Zone is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights area like Cruise Ship Terminal and Hotel Zone Beach.
