Downtown Puerto Vallarta Travel Guide
Puerto Vallarta
Visit Downtown Puerto Vallarta
Popular places to visit
Malecon
You can learn more about the history of Puerto Vallarta when you make a stop at a top site such as Malecon. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the beautiful sunsets in this romantic area.
Plaza Principal
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Plaza Principal during your visit to Puerto Vallarta. Amble around this relaxing area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Caballito
Learn about the local history of Puerto Vallarta when you spend time at Caballito. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art galleries in this relaxing area.
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 lively bars 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 lively bars.
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 romantic area.
Top hotels in Downtown Puerto Vallarta
Loft Hotel Malecon Vallarta
Perfect location at the north end of the malecon. Nice staff (hosts, cleaning, maintenance). I was in what appeared to be an older part of the building so it was aged. The room could use brighter lighting, hotter shower, decorations. The room was a dingy white with no pictures/art on the walls. It ...
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
Rosita Hotel
Clean rooms, good food and great location.
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026
The Paramar Beachfront Boutique Hotel - Downtown Malecon
King Room sea view was an awesome room and view of the ocean. Room was spacious and clean. Breakfast offered had many options and was made to order. Rooftop pool was a beautiful place to chill and the bar/grill was excellent food and bevies! Check in staff were excellent…. A well oiled machine there! ...
Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026
El Pescador Hotel
Location and staff
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
Hotel Encino Malecón Centro Puerto Vallarta
Perfect place for a night or two. Good location, clean rooms and friendly staff. Would recommend
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026
Luna Líquida Hotel Boutique
Tout était idéal pour un séjour de 10 jours. La chambre Sol 3 avec son balcon donnant une vue imprenable sur la mer, la piscine sur le toit avec encore une meilleure vue sur l’océan pour contempler les baleines, le petit déjeuner avec ses fruits à tous les jours et que dire des p’tits salon à proximité ...
Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Puerto Vallarta
Cerro
While there might not be top attractions in Cerro, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Malecon and Camarones Beach.
Colonia 5 de Diciembre
If you're spending some time in Colonia 5 de Diciembre, Camarones Beach and Playa Las Glorias are top sights worth seeing.
Gastronómica
While Gastronómica isn't home to many top sights, Malecon and Camarones Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.
Emiliano Zapata
While visiting Emiliano Zapata, you might make a stop by sights like Playa de los Muertos and Cuale Island.
Lázaro Cárdenas
While Lázaro Cárdenas may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Malecon and Playa Las Glorias.
Alta Vista
While there might not be top attractions in Alta Vista, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Malecon and Playa de los Muertos.
