Downtown Puerto Vallarta Travel Guide
Puerto Vallarta
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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 relaxing area.
Plaza Principal
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Plaza Principal during your visit to Puerto Vallarta. Amble around this family-friendly 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 family-friendly 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 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.
Top hotels in Downtown Puerto Vallarta
The Paramar Beachfront Boutique Hotel - Downtown Malecon
Very nice hotel , great location , excellent staff, I just thought the staff at breakfast was a bit overwhelmed.
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Hotel Portonovo Plaza Malecón
Decent breakfast, rooms clean and quiet, although some reno noise during day. Safe didn't work, so they movede me to another room. No ice for drinks
Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026
El Pescador Hotel
Great place for a couple days, area is excellent if your wanting the Malecon, Romantic Xone all very walkable. Breakfast is not to my liking. Same food choices everyday and small. Orange juice is not nice. Staff were not able to keep up so pretty much go in and figure it out especially if you want ...
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Rosita Hotel
No bar
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Loft Hotel Malecon Vallarta
The hotel is located at the east end of the Malecon. A casino is part of the building. The hotel is designed as suites with kitchen furnished with microwave. sink and a fridge. Kitchewares are also provided. Cleanliness is one of my issue as the room has a lot of moldy part in floor corners. I was ...
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Luna Líquida Hotel Boutique
I didn't have any problem, everything was as expected and the staff was very friendly.
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026
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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.
Proyecto escola
While visiting Proyecto escola, you might make a stop by sights like Puerto Vallarta City Hall and Plaza Principal.
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.
