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An infinity pool with white lounge chairs and umbrellas, overlooking a clear blue sea and distant mountains.

A luxurious indoor pool area with clear views of the ocean, comfortable seating, and elegant decor.

A beachfront hotel with multiple balconies, a sandy beach with umbrellas, and a mountainous backdrop.

A resort with multiple buildings, a pool area, and a beach.

1. Hotel Mousai Puerto Vallarta Adults Only

South Zone, 0.7 km from Playa Esmerelda

Belinda

11.116.914 ₫

13.451.466 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A resort pool area with lounge chairs, umbrellas, and palm trees.

A spacious lobby with a view of the sea, featuring a central seating area with sofas and armchairs, a stone wall, and a wooden ceiling structure.

A resort with a swimming pool, beach, and ocean view.

A spa area with two hot tubs, seating, and a view of the sea.

2. Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa

South Zone, 0.6 km from Playa Esmerelda

Cynthia

8.655.322 ₫

10.472.940 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

A balcony with wicker chairs and red cushions, overlooking a beach with rocky formations and clear blue water.

A beach wedding setup with a white aisle, chairs, and floral decorations.

A hotel with multiple swimming pools, beachside lounge areas, and a view of the ocean.

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

South Zone, 2.8 km from Playa Esmerelda

YANN

8.274.952 ₫

10.012.692 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A thatched-roof building with a geometric interior structure, surrounded by tropical plants.

A balcony with a view of a pool, surrounded by palm trees and greenery.

A resort with a swimming pool, lush greenery, and a multi-story building with balconies.

A multi-story building with balconies, surrounded by palm trees and vegetation.

4. Hotel Casa Iguana Mismaloya

South Zone, 2.9 km from Playa Esmerelda

Janelle

1.254.841 ₫

1.505.809 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

A beachside view with clear waters, a palm tree, and a row of sun loungers along the shore.

A resort with a large pool, lounge chairs, and a view of the ocean.

A coastal hotel with multiple floors, a beachside location, and a view of the sea and mountains.

A modern living room with a large TV, comfortable seating, a ceiling fan, and a view of the ocean.

5. Costa Sur All Inclusive Resort

South Zone, 3.2 km from Playa Esmerelda

AnA

5.237.568 ₫

6.337.457 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A beach with clear turquoise water, a rocky breakwater, and a person paddleboarding.

A balcony with a glass railing overlooking a rocky shoreline and the sea. There is a table with chairs and a glass top, and a small plant on the table.

A modern living room with wicker furniture, a glass coffee table, and a view of the sea.

A beachside bar with a thatched roof, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.

6. Costa Sur All Inclusive Classico Collection by Sonesta

South Zone, 3.1 km from Playa Esmerelda

elizabeth

5.237.568 ₫

6.391.495 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

An aerial view of a resort with multiple swimming pools, palm trees, and beach access.

A resort with multiple buildings, a beach, and a pool area surrounded by palm trees.

A table set with a lobster dish, wine glasses, and a view of the sea.

A resort with multiple swimming pools, palm trees, and a beach area.

7. Barceló Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive

South Zone, 3.1 km from Playa Esmerelda

Oui

5.200.723 ₫

6.292.875 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A resort with a large swimming pool, beachside lounge chairs, and a hotel building with multiple balconies.

A beach with a sandy shore, calm water, and a forested area with buildings in the background.

A modern spa room with multiple beds, large potted plants, and a skylight.

A balcony with a view of turquoise waters and a boat.

8. Grand Park Royal Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive

South Zone, 0.6 km from Playa Esmerelda

Eric

6.069.658 ₫

7.344.287 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A kitchen with a green countertop, a red water dispenser, and a white blender. There are hanging labels for 'ALEGRIA' and 'NUTRITION'.

A bedroom with a bed, a window, a door, and a nightstand with a vase.

A courtyard with a glass table, red steps, and a white building with green windows.

A swimming pool with a tiled edge, surrounded by lush tropical foliage.

9. Casa ANTAHKARANA

3 km from Playa Esmerelda

493.620 ₫

597.280 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A resort pool area with a wooden deck, lounge chairs, and a building with a dome roof.

A spacious living area with a large window overlooking a scenic view, a modern chandelier, and contemporary furniture.

A spacious living area with a glass-top coffee table, colorful chairs, and a view of the ocean.

10. Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa - All Inclusive

South Zone, 0.6 km from Playa Esmerelda

ANABID

14.236.284 ₫

17.225.903 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

A woman sitting by a pool with a fruit and drink tray beside her.

Two people sitting on patterned bean bags with a view of a coastal cityscape and mountains during sunset.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sitting area, a vanity with mirrors, and a view of the ocean.

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

South Zone, 0.7 km from Playa Esmerelda

Scott

16.522.251 ₫

19.991.924 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A multi-level outdoor patio with stone walls, potted plants, and a dining area.

A bedroom with a large bed, a wooden ceiling, a tiled floor, a balcony with a chair, and a dresser.

A spiral staircase with a metal railing, a wicker sofa with colorful cushions, and a potted plant in the background.

A cozy living room with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, and a fireplace.

12. Villa Lola - an Adults Only Bed & Breakfast

Amapas, 6.4 km from Playa Esmerelda

Gideon

1.734.165 ₫

2.098.405 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

A wooden deck with a view of the sea, a pool, and lounge chairs.

A tropical resort with thatched-roof structures, hanging wicker baskets, and lush greenery.

A spa area with a hot tub, wooden ceiling, and a view of a bedroom with a bed and a TV.

A hammock, wooden bench, and hanging light fixture in a room with a view of a forest and water.

13. Villa Lala Boutique Hotel Adults Only

6.4 km from Playa Esmerelda

claudia

6.629.398 ₫

8.021.572 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

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

A street with multi-story buildings, a red car parked on the side, and a woman sitting on a bench.

A restaurant with stone walls, indoor plants, and a variety of seating arrangements.

A reception desk with a marble counter, a clock, a computer monitor, and a potted plant.

14. Hotel Porto Allegro - Near Malecon

Downtown Puerto Vallarta, 7 km from Playa Esmerelda

Mary E

1.788.460 ₫

2.164.037 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

A swimming pool with a view of a town and a clock tower.

A rooftop terrace with lounge chairs, a table, and an umbrella.

A lobby with a round black table, wooden benches, potted plants, and a large mirror.

15. Tres Marias Luxury Suites - Adults Only

Emiliano Zapata, 6.9 km from Playa Esmerelda

Bruce

2.349.061 ₫

2.842.358 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a fire pit, and potted plants.

A modern living room with a beige sofa, a black sofa, and a coffee table. There is a large painting of a rose on the wall, and a potted plant in the corner.

A blue and white interior with a curved staircase, marble flooring, and shelves with decorative items.

16. Casa Chevere

Alta Vista, 6.8 km from Playa Esmerelda

Jorge

2.532.459 ₫

3.064.286 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

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

A stone staircase with a decorative railing, leading to a higher level.

A balcony with a round table and wicker chairs, overlooking a cityscape with mountains in the background.

An ornate hallway with a chandelier, a patterned ceiling, and a statue of a dog.

17. Casa Kimberly - Near Malecon

Downtown Puerto Vallarta, 7.2 km from Playa Esmerelda

Teilyn

9.300.744 ₫

11.718.937 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

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

A staircase with blue and white patterned steps leading up to a garden area with a brick wall on the left.

A bedroom with a four-poster bed, a wooden ceiling, and a tiled floor.

A traditional interior with a stone floor, wooden furniture, and religious artwork.

18. Hacienda San Angel

Downtown Puerto Vallarta, 7.2 km from Playa Esmerelda

Valerie

6.642.368 ₫

8.438.916 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

A terrace with wooden lounge chairs and potted plants, overlooking a residential area with buildings and a clear sky.

A spacious living room with a sofa, a TV mounted on the wall, a ceiling fan, and a view through a large window.

A compact kitchen with a refrigerator, a water dispenser, and a tiled backsplash.

19. Spanish Moon

Emiliano Zapata, 7.3 km from Playa Esmerelda

Roy

1.951.047 ₫

2.360.767 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

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

A balcony with a view of the sea, a wrought iron gate, and a wall with the text "Fuente de Milagros".

A balcony with a view of the sea, a clock tower, and a table with chairs.

A room with a view of a church steeple, a wooden table with candles, and a vase with red roses.

20. BellView Hotel Boutique

Downtown Puerto Vallarta, 7.3 km from Playa Esmerelda

Igor

4.441.278 ₫

5.373.947 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Playa Esmerelda

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Hotel Mousai Puerto Vallarta Adults Only	9.4 Exceptional 1,003 reviews	View
Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa	9.0 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View
Hilton Vallarta Riviera All-Inclusive Resort, Puerto Vallarta	8.8 Excellent 1,310 reviews	View
Hotel Casa Iguana Mismaloya	8.2 Very good 1,000 reviews	View
Costa Sur All Inclusive Resort	8.2 Very good 1,388 reviews	View

Top Playa Esmerelda Hotel Reviews

Hilton Vallarta Riviera All-Inclusive Resort, Puerto Vallarta

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room staff swim up bar"

Barceló Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive

10/10 Excellent

"The staff were excellent. Food was very good. We never tried the room service because the menu looked unappealing. The Alacarts were all great. We loved the beach. Water was warm , clean and clear. No rough surf like other places I've stayed on the Pacific coast. Really easy to get around. Lots of taxis or the bus stop is in front of the resort. The only negative thing was the ridiculously expensive games room. The resort should really review the pricing structure as it's not realistic. We passed as I would rather give my money to the excellent friendly staff. Overall a good experience. We stayed 10 days."

Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa - All Inclusive

10/10 Excellent

"Not a lot of detail about which pools you can use or not use . Not enough information."

Hotel Mousai Puerto Vallarta Adults Only

10/10 Excellent

"Amazing."

Hotel Casa Iguana Mismaloya

10/10 Excellent

"I stayed for 18 days this time with different members of my family coming during my visit. We absolutely love this place. The staff are all kind and friendly . They are like family to me. The rooms and walkways are kept so clean and the grounds are maintained beautifully. We enjoy especially the Aguachile and Arrachera from the restaurant. The hamburgers are so much better than home. The beach is just a few minutes walk away with some tiendas up the street and an OXXO nearly in the lobby. If you want to take the bus into PV it will cost you about 11 pesos and the last one leaves about 10:15 to return to Mismaloya. I am looking forward to returning soon!"

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."

Barcelo Puerto Vallarta All Inclusive

10/10 Excellent

"Great location! Nice food! Very friendly stuff "

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A coastal resort with a beach, clear blue waters, and lush green hills in the background.

Garza Blanca Beach

8.6/10 (1,243 reviews)

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 lively bars.

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A coastal resort with beachfront hotels, a sandy beach, and clear turquoise waters.

Playa Gemelas

8.6/10 (1,402 reviews)

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.

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A beach with clear turquoise waters, a sandy shore, and palm trees.

Playa Palmares

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Playa Palmares during your trip to Puerto Vallarta? Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

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A coastal landscape with clear turquoise waters, rocky formations, and boats.

Los Arcos

9.0/10 (8,219 reviews)

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.

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Zebras in a sandy enclosure with a rocky border.

Vallarta Zoo

7.4/10 (507 reviews)

Visit the animals who live at Vallarta Zoo during your trip to Mismaloya. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the beautiful sunsets in this family-friendly area.

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A beach with thatched-roof huts, palm trees, and boats.

Playa Mismaloya

8.6/10 (3,083 reviews)

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.

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Punta Negra Beach

9.4/10 (6 reviews)

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Punta Negra Beach during your trip to South Zone? Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area or visit its lively bars.

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El Eden

8.4/10 (911 reviews)

Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore El Eden, a lovely green space in Puerto Vallarta. Stroll along the marina in this relaxing area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Playa Esmerelda?

Playa Esmerelda is located in Mismaloya. This welcoming area is known for its beautiful beaches and bar scene. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 149 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

How many hotels are there near Playa Esmerelda?

Expedia has 149 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Playa Esmerelda.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Playa Esmerelda, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel bookings 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 your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best options available near Playa Esmerelda.

What can I see and do near Playa Esmerelda?

You'll want to browse the collections at Manuel Lepe House Museum, Museo del Cuale and Naval Historic Museum. Learn about local history at Malecon and Casa de la Malinche. You can enjoy live performances at Act ll Entertainment Stages and Los Arcos Amphitheater.

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Our top choices for Playa Esmerelda hotels

1. Hotel Mousai Puerto Vallarta Adults Only

2. Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa

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

4. Hotel Casa Iguana Mismaloya

5. Costa Sur All Inclusive Resort

6. Costa Sur All Inclusive Classico Collection by Sonesta

7. Barceló Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive

8. Grand Park Royal Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive

9. Casa ANTAHKARANA

10. Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa - All Inclusive

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

12. Villa Lola - an Adults Only Bed & Breakfast

13. Villa Lala Boutique Hotel Adults Only

14. Hotel Porto Allegro - Near Malecon

15. Tres Marias Luxury Suites - Adults Only

16. Casa Chevere

17. Casa Kimberly - Near Malecon

18. Hacienda San Angel

19. Spanish Moon

20. BellView Hotel Boutique

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Top Playa Esmerelda Hotel Reviews

Hilton Vallarta Riviera All-Inclusive Resort, Puerto Vallarta

Barceló Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive

Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa - All Inclusive

Hotel Mousai Puerto Vallarta Adults Only

Hotel Casa Iguana Mismaloya

Costa Sur All Inclusive Classico Collection by Sonesta

Barcelo Puerto Vallarta All Inclusive

Other attractions near Playa Esmerelda

Garza Blanca Beach

Playa Gemelas

Playa Palmares

Los Arcos

Vallarta Zoo

Playa Mismaloya

Punta Negra Beach

El Eden

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