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.

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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

Mary E

฿2,710 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 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

Deborah

฿3,641 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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

3. Rosita Hotel

Downtown Puerto Vallarta

Fernando

฿2,879 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

4. Luna Líquida Hotel Boutique

Downtown Puerto Vallarta

Jose

฿4,249 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

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

5. Hacienda San Angel

Downtown Puerto Vallarta

Valerie

฿11,576 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

6. Loft Hotel Malecon Vallarta

Downtown Puerto Vallarta

Dacy

฿2,269 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

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

7. BellView Hotel Boutique

Downtown Puerto Vallarta

Sheila

฿6,666 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

8. Casa Kimberly - Near Malecon

Downtown Puerto Vallarta

Teilyn

฿14,617 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas.

9. Hotel Portonovo Plaza Malecón

Downtown Puerto Vallarta

Marie-Pierre

฿2,369 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

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

10. Hotel Boutique Alcalá Vallarta, a 2 min del malecón

Downtown Puerto Vallarta

Jorge

฿1,443 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A modern living room with a large dining table, a sofa set, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

11. Malecon Studios by Monyxbnb

Downtown Puerto Vallarta

฿2,589 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

12. Casa Nawalli Puerto Vallarta Boutique Hotel - Adults Only

Downtown Puerto Vallarta

harry

฿2,733 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 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

฿2,816 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

14. Hotel Casa Kavia Vallarta

Downtown Puerto Vallarta

Kendra

฿1,977 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 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

฿2,990 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

16. Hotel Encino Malecón Centro Puerto Vallarta

Downtown Puerto Vallarta

Ian

฿2,281 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

17. Raices Nomadas Boutique Hotel Vallarta

Downtown Puerto Vallarta

Daniel Joaquin

฿3,345 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A rooftop pool with a view of the ocean.

18. Hotel Boutique Suites Nadia

Downtown Puerto Vallarta

Mayda

฿4,730 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

19. 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

฿1,881 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

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

20. Paloma Del Mar

Downtown Puerto Vallarta

Louis

฿2,795 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

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Compare popular hotels in Downtown Puerto Vallarta

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Hacienda San Angel	4.0 star property	9.8 Exceptional 171 reviews	View
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 1,003 reviews	View
BellView Hotel Boutique	4.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 143 reviews	View
The Paramar Beachfront Boutique Hotel - Downtown Malecon	3.5 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,001 reviews	View

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Romantic Zone

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Top Downtown Puerto Vallarta Hotel Reviews

Raices Nomadas Boutique Hotel Vallarta

10/10 Excellent

"The view was really nice, the room clean, nice and cold. Also friendly staff…but there are too many stairs and the pool is just a hot tub."

The Paramar Beachfront Boutique Hotel - Downtown Malecon

10/10 Excellent

"The room is very comfortable, the only thing to remember is that the room on the fourth floor, number 401, is very good, but the pumps from the pool are noisy there. The staff is very friendly and always ready to help. Excellent view of the beach and the ocean, wonderful breakfasts, even during the week you won’t get tired of breakfasts."

Hotel Rio Malecon

10/10 Excellent

"First off the shower was ice cold first 2 days. Went to the pool cause it was hott but that was ice cold too. Other the other hand cleaning staff was amazing. Front desk was staff was awesome with assisting directions around the town. The kitchenette room was 7.5 out of 10. We liked it basic kitchen items to cook with but fine. Ac was loud but worked great. Had minimal noise because room faced a slower pace road. Food was good at the hotel. Other places on the street was good food aswell. Patio was nice view but table was outdated and need of repair. Located perfectly fine to the melacon. Awesome location for food or going for a walk 10 out of 10. Very friendly staff and good trip for a good price. I definitely recommend."

Hotel Suites La Siesta

10/10 Excellent

"There is no AC, but we knew that going in. I would not book here again if coming with my young children (5 and younger) but for just the two of us it was wonderful. Si Senor Garden is just down the hill. Probably the best food we ate our entire trip- we ate there twice. You can hear Lola, their parrot, from our room. We slept on the couches in front of the giant open window every night. The sounds, the breeze, the boat shows. It was fantastic."

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Our top choices for Downtown Puerto Vallarta hotels

1. Hotel Porto Allegro - Near Malecon

2. The Paramar Beachfront Boutique Hotel - Downtown Malecon

3. Rosita Hotel

4. Luna Líquida Hotel Boutique

5. Hacienda San Angel

6. Loft Hotel Malecon Vallarta

7. BellView Hotel Boutique

8. Casa Kimberly - Near Malecon

9. Hotel Portonovo Plaza Malecón

10. Hotel Boutique Alcalá Vallarta, a 2 min del malecón

11. Malecon Studios by Monyxbnb

12. Casa Nawalli Puerto Vallarta Boutique Hotel - Adults Only

13. El Pescador Hotel

14. Hotel Casa Kavia Vallarta

15. Casa Pancha Puerto Vallarta Centro - Adults Only

16. Hotel Encino Malecón Centro Puerto Vallarta

17. Raices Nomadas Boutique Hotel Vallarta

18. Hotel Boutique Suites Nadia

19. Casitas Miramar Puerto Vallarta Malecón

20. Paloma Del Mar

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