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Puerto Vallarta is one of Mexicos coastal darlings.
Hotels here range from budget mom-and-pop joints to luxury all-inclusive resorts and boutiques.
Our picks are a mix of T+LsWorlds Best Awardwinners, editor recommendations, and traveler favorites.
Hotels.com
Casa Velas offers travelers the flexibility of a comprehensive all-inclusive plan within a boutique resort setting.
On-site amenities include a fitness room, scheduled daily activities, and a spa.
This family-friendly resort is one half of a two-property complex, which may feel large for some visitors.
Expedia
Most of the restaurants are on the Dreams side, which can make it busy at peak times.
This large resort also offers day passes for non-guests, adding to the congestion.
One gripe is that the swim-up rooms at this family-friendly resort are only available for guests 18 and up.
Expedia
Food options are solid and include items for gluten-free, vegetarian, and younger guests.
We like that restaurants dont require reservations, but note that they do require following a dress code.
Still, theres not a lot that isnt covered in the rate, which makes for an easy trip.
Hotels.com
This is a family-friendly hotel with adults-only spaces.
Tips are not included, and extra fees can add up quickly.
Generously sized, suites start at a whopping 1,410 square feet and get as big as 3,940 square feet.
Booking.com
Its a huge property with nearly 350 suites that is better suited for families.
Big pluses are how the resort integrates Mexican heritage throughout its programming and its EarthCheck Gold certification.
Its actually located 20 minutes north of Puerto Vallarta in Riviera Nayarit.
Expedia
Accessibility features include suites with wheelchair-friendly widths and ramps throughout the property.
Reservations are required for the three fine dining restaurants.
Located among 85 acres of surrounding jungle, Garza Blanca has distinct escapism vibes.
Hotels.com
Terraces with hammocks, ocean views, and stocked wet bars are the norm.
The resort also has access to TerraLuna, a hybrid shopping-dining-gardens compound.
However, we wish the all-inclusive rate covered more than just house wine and spirits.
Hilton
Hilton Vallarta Riviera All-inclusive Resort
Hilton
Its a reliable all-inclusive resort with a calm, cove-sheltered beach.
The food is good but may not cut it for food-forward travelers.
The Hilton Vallarta Riviera All-inclusive Resort is a dual-tower beachfront property with a total of 444 rooms.
Tripadvisor
This resort does a nice job ofcovering all the all-inclusive baseswith good accessibility and no surprise fees.
The Fiesta Americana is a family-friendly all-inclusive with a bustling Hotel Zone location.
The tourist-heavy location and number of on-site activities make it a lively choice with or without kids in tow.
Tripadvisor
Food options center around Mexican, Asian, and Italian, with the latter as an extra charge.
Hotel Mousai
Guests also get non-reciprocal access to nearby sister property Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa.
Its a 10-minute walk or free shuttle service to the private Garza beachfront.
The property first debuted in 2014, adding the South Tower in 2021.
Guests also have access to the TerraLuna hybrid shopping-dining-gardens complex.
Puerto Vallartas high season falls between December to April when the beachy location and sun appeal to winter-worn northerners.
Knowing Spanish is a plus, but not necessary
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This is especially true in tourist-forward areas like the Hotel Zone.
Beaven also relied on her own expertise and experience as a traveler and hotel reviewer.
For all of our hotel roundups, editors ensure our hotel recommendations align with our coreT+L Hotel Values.
