A list by Isa Weber & Adam Hansen. Updated February 2024.
We have created a list with the best five star hotels in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
Luxury Hotel.Luxurious. Good breakfast. Popular among women. This Puerto Vallarta hotel overlooks Banderas Bay and the Los Arcos landmark. The hotel offers a private beach, gourmet restaurant, full-service spa and 24-hour concierge. Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa features a flat-screen TV, DVD player and iPod docking station in every guest room. Junior, 1 and 2-bedroom suites offer a hot tub. The 1 and 2-bedroom suites are also equipped with a full kitchen, washer and dryer. Kids eat and stay for free when booking the All-inclusive rate. Recreational facilities at the Garza Blanca include an infinity outdoor pool and spacious hot tub. Free parking and 24-hour security are also provided. Blanca Blue Restaurant is a fully air-conditioned restaurant, offering views of Banderas Bay and a world-class wine selection. Guests can enjoy a drink in Blanca Blue's trendy lounge. The hotel also offers Aquazul, a specialty beach restaurant.Show full description
Resort.Hip. Rooftop pool. Offering 4 à la carte Restaurants, Hotel Mousai is the first 5 Diamond, Adults Only Hotel in Puerto Vallarta. It is located in Garza Blanca Beach, only 5 km from Mismaloya Beach. A luxury spa with unique décor, hair and beauty services, and state of the art hydrotherapy circuit are also offered. The suites offer a flat-screen TV, air conditioning and ceiling fans. Featuring a walk-in rain shower, private bathroom also comes with exclusive bathroom amenities and striking moon mirror in onyx frame, lit with LEDs. The rooms with the hot tub at the private terrace also feature ocean views. Extras include a minibar, an iPad dock and Free WiFi. Guests can enjoy the roof-top infinity pool with panoramic sea views. The roof top also offers live music, DJ Sets, entertainment, and a cigar lounge. At Hotel Mousai - Adults Only you will find a tennis court and activities such as hiking to waterfalls, kayaking, paddle boarding and snorkelling. This property is 10 minutes’ drive from Puerto Vallarta main square and nightlife, and 10 minutes’ by boat from Los Arcos. Puerto Vallarta International Airport is 30 minutes’ drive away.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Delightful property. Lovely interior design. Popular among couples. Located in Boca de Tomatlán in Puerto Vallarta, Villa Lala Boutique Hotel Adults Only is surrounded by mountains and faces the waterfront. It has free WiFi access available. The suites are brightly decorated in red colours and are spacious. They are equipped with 450 thread-count Egyptian cotton linens, bathrobes, LCD flat-screen HD TVs and are air conditioned. Puerto Vallarta city centre can be reached in a 30-minute drive and there guests will be able to find and explore a variety of restaurants and bistros. The Puerto Vallarta International Airport is 45 minutes’ drive away.Show full description
I really like this place... I think it is one of the most beautiful, historic and relaxing five-star hotels in Puerto Vallarta. Soooo nice!
Resort.Relaxing atmosphere. Great location. Casa Velas Adults Only All Inclusive is ideally situated on the Marina Vallarta Golf Club in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, and features luxurious accommodations as well as first-class amenities and services. Casa Velas Adults Only All Inclusive is surrounded by a peaceful tropical environment. Guests at the hotel can relax in the large swimming pool, or enjoy a tropical drink on the beach or at the swim-up bar. The hotel also boasts a state-of-the-art fitness center as well as relaxing spa services at the on-site wellness center. A short distance from the Casa Velas Adults Only All Inclusive is the El Malecon, a beachfront boardwalk featuring restaurants, bars and shopping centers. The hotel also provides free shuttle service to and from Casa Velas Beach.Show full description
This resort has a great location in Puerto Vallarta!
Luxury Hotel.Newly opened, February 2024. Located in Puerto Vallarta, 600 metres from Camarones Beach, Hacienda Lord Twigg - Hotel & Suites provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. The 5-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom and free WiFi. The hotel features an outdoor swimming pool and a concierge service. Guest rooms will provide guests with a fridge. An à la carte, continental or American breakfast can be enjoyed at the property. Villa del Mar Beach is 1.7 km from the hotel, while Playa de Oro is 2.9 km away. The nearest airport is Lic. Gustavo Diaz Ordaz Airport, 6 km from Hacienda Lord Twigg - Hotel & Suites.Show full description
Resort.Elegant. Cosy rooms. Overlooking the Pacific Ocean, Dreams Vallarta Bay Resort & Spa - All Inclusive features an outdoor swimming pool and private access to the beach. It offers luxurious all-inclusive accommodation and includes on-site water facilities. Dreams Vallarta Bay Resort & Spa - All Inclusive includes hot tubs, a sauna and steam cabin, a Swiss shower and an acupressure shower. There is also a relaxation lounge and guests can enjoy a range of beauty and massage treatments. Dreams Vallarta Bay Resort & Spa - All Inclusive's air-conditioned rooms feature an elegant décor and offer garden or ocean views. In-room amenities include free Wi-Fi, cable and satellite TV, and free bathroom toiletries. Offering 5 restaurants including 1 buffet, 4 à la carte, 1 barefoot grill and 1 café with no reservations required. All restaurant openings rotate throughout the week. In addition, as part of our Sip, Savour & See dining program the adult guests will be delighted with our three more venues for dinners only, located at our sister Resort Secrets Vallarta Bay. This complex also features free-roaming local and international calls through the Now Resorts & SPA mobile app using the on-site Wi-Fi connection. Family Friendly hotel, please see fine print for additional information. Puerto Vallarta International Airport is about 15 minutes’ drive away.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Highly elegant. Popular among couples. Featuring suites with ocean views, Villa Premiere Boutique Hotel & Romantic Getaway is set on Puerto Vallarta’s main beach. It has a spa and 2 outdoor pools, and offers guests a glass of champagne and a massage on arrival. Each luxurious suite has attractive décor, free Wi-Fi and a flat-screen TV. Guests also receive butler service. A range of international cuisine is served in the Villa Premiere Boutique Hotel & Romantic Getaway's restaurant. There is also a lobby bar and a swim-up bar. The hotel offers cocktail-making workshops. The Villa Premiere’s spa features a hot tub, sauna and an oxygen bar. Treatments include hydrotherapy, facials and massage. There are daily yoga classes on the beach. The hotel is set next to Puerto Vallarta’s beachfront promenade. The city’s airport is a 10-minute drive away.Show full description
In my judgement this could be the most ELEGANT five-star hotel in Puerto Vallarta.
Resort. Offering a swimming pool and beach front setting with magnificent views of the mountains and the Banderas Bay, this hotel is located just a few steps from two modern shopping centres. The rooms feature modern décor, air conditioning and ceiling fan. They have flat-screen cable TV and a balcony with Pacific Ocean views. The Hacienda at Krystal Grand Puerto Vallarta offers to its guests an all-inclusive experience with 4 restaurants offering international cuisine, seafood, deli-style food and freshly brewed coffee. There are also a snack bar, three lounges and room service 24 hours. Guests at The Hacienda at Krystal Grand Puerto Vallarta can enjoy shops on site, a fitness centre and spa. Services like car rental and a business centre are also available. The Hacienda at Krystal Grand Puerto Vallarta- All Inclusive is 10 minutes’ drive away from Town Centre and 5 minutes’ drive from Puerto Vallarta International Airport and the Cruise Ship Terminal.Show full description
Luxury Hotel.Cool. Great interior design. Popular among couples. Located in Puerto Vallarta, 200 metres from Playa de Oro, Krystal Grand Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive provides accommodation with a fitness centre, private parking, a garden and a terrace. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a kids' club and room service, along with free WiFi. The hotel features an outdoor swimming pool and a 24-hour front desk. The private bathroom is equipped with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. Villa del Mar Beach is 1 km from the hotel, while Puerto Vallarta International Convention Center is 5.7 km away. The nearest airport is Lic. Gustavo Diaz Ordaz Airport, 4 km from Krystal Grand Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive.Show full description
Resort.Great value. This all-inclusive Mexico hotel offers private beach access and views of Banderas Bay. The hotel offers a full-service spa with salon and variety of dining options. The rooms include a balcony. Friendly Fun Vallarta Different ExperiencesBeach Resort & Spa rooms include a seating area and work desk. The rooms are equipped with a private bathroom, which includes a shower. Guests at the Friendly Fun Vallarta Different ExperiencesBeach Resort & Spa can relax in one of two hot tubs or swim in the outdoor pool. The hotel also offers a game room and tennis court. The Friendly Fun Vallarta Different Experiencesis within a 5-minute drive of Puerto Vallarta city centre and the Malecon, which features shopping and dining. The Puerto Vallarta International Airport is 2 miles from the hotel.Show full description
Resort.Great location. Situated in Puerto Vallarta, 100 metres from Gemelas Beach, Grand Park Royal Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden. Among the facilities at this property are a 24-hour front desk and an ATM, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The accommodation offers a kids' club, room service and currency exchange for guests. The resort will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, a coffee machine, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a balcony and a private bathroom with a shower. At Grand Park Royal Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive rooms are fitted with bed linen and towels. Guests at the accommodation can enjoy a buffet breakfast. At Grand Park Royal Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive you will find a restaurant serving Italian, Mexican and Seafood cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and vegan options can also be requested. The resort offers a terrace. Garza Blanca Beach is 700 metres from Grand Park Royal Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive, while Palmares Beach is 1.9 km from the property. The nearest airport is Lic. Gustavo Diaz Ordaz Airport, 19 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Resort.Great location. Offering stunning ocean views, this Puerto Vallarta resort features a selection of beauty treatments at the spa. Delicious restaurants and rooms with ocean views are available at this contemporary property. Every room at the Sheraton Buganvilias Resort & Convention Center is furnished with a 32-inch flat-screen TV. Select rooms offer a large terrace or balcony. A state-of-the-art fitness centre is available to all guests at Sheraton Buganvilias. A tennis club, with 4 tennis courts and private lessons is open daily along with a shopping arcade that includes boutique stores. The Sheraton Spa offers 6 different massage techniques in their interior or two other at open areas, as well as marine mud wraps and many other treatments. Dining options at the resort consist of four restaurants with breakfast buffets or continental style, Mexican cuisine and cocktails. Guests can enjoy nightly musical entertainment at Embarcadero where international dishes are served or simply live a stunning sunset at Lobby Bar.Show full description
Resort.Luxurious. Rooftop bar. With a stunning view of city and Pacific Ocean, this impressive hotel is located on the hills of the exclusive Conchas Chinas area, 7 minutes’ drive from the famed boardwalk of Puerto Vallarta. The main terrace features 3 pools, one exterior hot tub and activity space. Boasting an adult-only terrace, it features 2 hot tubs and a heated pool. Also, all the suites are richly appointed with a modern-style décor and include a flat-screen TV, luxurious amenities and a distinctive combination of marble and wood detailing. Some units have their own outdoor hot tub. The private chef assures a dining experience for the guests. Venue choices include two specialty restaurants, poolside snacks and 24-hour suite service. A wine and spirits selection is available and the breakfast buffet included is only for adults. Grand Miramar Resort & Spa Puerto Vallarta is the only property with a stunning view of the full bay. It has a lounge snack bar and the service hours are 09:30 to 18:30. Direct transportation including round trip exclusively for guests is offered. The spa has a hydrotherapy area and a large selection of massages and treatments. Professional business meetings, events and weddings can be held at this resort.Show full description
Resort. Only moments away from Puerto Vallarta city centre, this all-inclusive beachfront resort provides exceptional service and luxurious accommodation, in the ideal location for a relaxing and memorable holiday. There is always something to do when staying at the Crown Paradise Golden All Inclusive Resort - Adults Only. With endless water activities only steps away, daily activities including dance instructions and nightly entertainment, there is something for everyone. The property also has outdoor walk ways. Bellavista is the buffet restaurant featured at Crown Paradise Golden All Inclusive Resort - Adults Only. Bar services will be provided to the guests in the pool and hot tub area. This service is for adults only. The Crown Paradise Golden All Inclusive Resort - Adults Only features a variety of modern amenities and facilities. The on-site travel agency, beauty salon and gift shop provide guests with all of the comforts of home and more. The meeting rooms all offer ocean views.Show full description
Resort.Trendy. Popular among couples. Situated on the golden sand beach right on the Pacific coast and located just minutes from the famous 'El Malecón' boardwalk. Secrets Vallarta Resort & Spa boasts a world-class spa and an outdoor pool. Guests can also enjoy free WiFi, free calling and the ability to book excursions. The well-appointed rooms offer ocean views, contemporary décor and marble floors. Each elegantly-appointed suite is complete with 24-hour room service, Secrets Box for private room service delivery, turn down service, mini-bar refreshed daily, bathroom with shower and hot tub. Guests can dine at reservation-free gourmet restaurants and bars. Each restaurant offers a unique cuisine, ranging from exceptional Pan-Asian delights to elegant French fare. Relax with your favorite cocktail at any of the three lively bars, featuring premium brand domestic and international brands. The centre of Puerto Vallarta is just over 1 km from the hotel. The city’s airport is a 5-minute drive away..Show full description
Boutique hotel.Luxurious. Comfortable beds. Popular among women. Hotel Luxury Patio Azul has an outdoor swimming pool, shared lounge, a terrace and restaurant in Puerto Vallarta. This 5-star hotel offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi. At Hotel Luxury Patio Azul all rooms have bed linen and towels. Gustavo Diaz Ordaz Airport, 13 km from Hotel Luxury Patio Azul. The hotel features a hot tub and a concierge service. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a wardrobe, a coffee machine, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Conchas Chinas Beach, Los Muertos Beach and Las Estacas Beach. The nearest airport is Lic.Show full description
Based on my research this is one of the most well designed, luxurious and stylish boutique hotels in Puerto Vallarta! It also has super comfortable beds, very cosy rooms and outstanding views. WOW!
Resort. Set along Banderas Bay, in the hotel zone of Puerto Vallarta, this All-Inclusive resort offers enjoyable activities, relaxing spa services and delicious on-site dining in one of the 3 specialty restaurants. Canto del Sol Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive Beach and Tennis Resort features a championship tennis club with a total of 8 courts. Guests can also play a game of golf, spend the day at the pool or enjoy a variety of non-motorized water sports. After a day of kayaking or dance lessons, guests can relax with a massage in the spa. The all-inclusive program at the Puerto Vallarta Canto del Sol includes breakfast, lunch and dinner as well as national and international beverages. Los Cantaros is a buffet-style restaurant that serves a wide range of dishes for breakfast, lunch and dinner. For an elegant dinner, guests can visit Santa Maria for traditional Mexican cuisine or Vennezzia for Northern Italian dishes.Show full description
Luxury Hotel.Superb breakfast. Situated in Puerto Vallarta, 300 metres from Villa del Mar Beach, Hotel Mio Vallarta Unique & Different- Adults Only features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. With free WiFi, this 5-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. Guests can have a drink at the snack bar. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a balcony and a private bathroom with a shower. The rooms have a wardrobe. Guests can make use of the business centre or relax in the bar. Camarones Beach is 400 metres from Hotel Mio Vallarta Unique & Different- Adults Only, while Playa de Oro is 1.4 km from the property. The nearest airport is Lic. Gustavo Diaz Ordaz Airport, 5 km from the accommodation.Show full description
This luxury hotel has a highly rated breakfast and a unique rooftop pool.
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