Mexican Riviera

Travel Guide

Mexican Riviera
Puerto Vallarta featuring rocky coastline, waves and a beach
Puerto Vallarta featuring rocky coastline and landscape views
Marina Cabo San Lucas featuring boating and a marina
Las Caletas Beach featuring a sandy beach and kayaking or canoeing as well as a small group of people

Where to stay in Mexican Riviera

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Romantic Zone

4.5/5(1,569 area reviews)

Los Muertos Pier and Playa de los Muertos are just a few worthwhile attractions to visit in Romantic Zone. Travelers also love the stunning beaches, fantastic nightlife, and popular shops.

Romantic Zone
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Sector L

While there might not be top attractions in Sector L, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Chahue Beach and Playa Santa Cruz.

Sector L
Zona Dorada featuring a sandy beach, mountains and general coastal views

Zona Dorada

4/5(761 area reviews)

Travelers to Zona Dorada praise its stunning beaches. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to make a stop by Punta Camaron Beach and Sea Shell City Museum.

Zona Dorada
Puerto Nuevo showing tropical scenes, landscape views and a coastal town

Puerto Nuevo

Famed as the "Lobster Village" of Baja California, this area offers numerous lobster-centric restaurants, hotels, and shops. Just a short drive from Rosarito Beach, it's also near the popular surf break, "Captain Ron's."

Puerto Nuevo
Finishing up a great week at the Hacienda Buenaventura here in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico! I’m not much of a resort guy, but this place has been fantastic. The authentic Mexican food was the highlight.

Hotel Zone

4/5(77 area reviews)

Travelers to Hotel Zone praise its stunning beaches. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to make a stop by Cruise Ship Terminal and Hotel Zone Beach.

Hotel Zone
Great vacation place

Emiliano Zapata

If you're spending some time in Emiliano Zapata, Los Muertos Pier and Playa de los Muertos are top sights worth seeing.

Emiliano Zapata
Hotel Riu Santa Fe - All Inclusive

Hotel Riu Santa Fe - All Inclusive

3.5 out of 5
Bahia Cabo san Lucas KM 4.5, Camino Viejo San jose del Cabo, Cabo San Lucas, BCS
Stay at this 3.5-star beach property in Cabo San Lucas. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (5,711 reviews)
"Nice"

Reviewed on Aug 21, 2025

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Hotel Riu Palace Cabo San Lucas - All Inclusive

Hotel Riu Palace Cabo San Lucas - All Inclusive

4 out of 5
Camino Viejo a San Jose del Cabo Km 4.5, Cabo San Lucas, BCS
Stay at this 4-star beach property in Cabo San Lucas. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (4,700 reviews)
"It was a fun girl friends trip for us, overall it’s a nice hotel , some staff are very nice but some are not very friendly. The facility can be upgraded a little bit. We do enjoy all the parties at the Santa Fe side but can still enjoy the more calm side at the Palace. Food selection need to be more ..."

Reviewed on Aug 21, 2025

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Hotel Riu Palace Cabo San Lucas - All Inclusive
Hotel Riu Palace Baja California - Adults Only - All Inclusive

Hotel Riu Palace Baja California - Adults Only - All Inclusive

4.5 out of 5
Camino Viejo a San José, Km 3.5, Col. El Medano, Cabo San Lucas, BCS
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury property in Cabo San Lucas. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (4,244 reviews)
"Food was amazing"

Reviewed on Aug 22, 2025

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Hotel Riu Palace Baja California - Adults Only - All Inclusive
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Hotel Tropicana - Near Olas Altas Street

Hotel Tropicana - Near Olas Altas Street

3 out of 5
Puerto Vallarta
Stay at this 3-star beach aparthotel in Puerto Vallarta. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the bar in our ...
7.6/10 Good! (2,606 reviews)
"A hidden gem."

Reviewed on Aug 21, 2025

Hotel Tropicana - Near Olas Altas Street
Canto del Sol Puerto Vallarta All Inclusive

Canto del Sol Puerto Vallarta All Inclusive

3.5 out of 5
Clemente Orozco 125, Zona Hotelera Norte, Puerto Vallarta
Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Puerto Vallarta. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
7.4/10 Good! (3,136 reviews)
"Lomited food options, not much meat for breakfast, rooms could use an upgrade."

Reviewed on Aug 19, 2025

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Almar Resort Luxury LGBT Beach Front Experience

Almar Resort Luxury LGBT Beach Front Experience

4 out of 5
Amapas #380 Col. Emiliano Zapata, Romantic Zone, Puerto Vallarta
Stay at this 4-star beach aparthotel in Puerto Vallarta. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,238 reviews)
"Everything was perfect"

Reviewed on Aug 20, 2025

Almar Resort Luxury LGBT Beach Front Experience
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Popular places to visit

Rosarito which includes a sandy beach

Rosarito Beach

Experience the buzzing atmosphere of the resort city’s main beach and spend the day playing on the sandy shores, swimming or relaxing with an icy-cold drink.

Rosarito Beach
Malecon showing night scenes, a coastal town and a sandy beach

Malecon

Sip coconut water, eat grilled fish and check out the shopping and entertainment at this beachside promenade.

Malecon
Medano Beach which includes general coastal views and a sandy beach as well as a couple

Medano Beach

A favorite among Cabo’s young revelers, this scenic beach stands out with its fun bars, watersports rentals and party atmosphere.

Medano Beach
Zicatela Beach which includes general coastal views and a beach bar

Zicatela Beach

Puerto Escondido’s liveliest beach offers attractions year-round with its big waves, international surf competitions, folk festivals and pulsating nightlife.

Zicatela Beach
Nuevo Vallarta Beach featuring a beach and tropical scenes

Nuevo Vallarta Beach

Choose from a variety of water sports, watch dramatic sunsets and, in the right season, spot nesting sea turtles and migrating whales at this beach on Banderas Bay.

Nuevo Vallarta Beach
El Arco featuring rocky coastline and waves

The Arch

This magnificent natural rock formation at the southern tip of Mexico’s Baja California peninsula marks the start of Land’s End, where the Sea of Cortez meets the Pacific Ocean.

The Arch

Things to do

Chichen Itza, Cenote & Valladolid All Inclusive Tour

Chichen Itza, Cenote & Valladolid Tour

￥5,232
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Chichen Itza, Cenote & Valladolid Tour
Party on a boat in Canun

Xoximilco Mexican Fiesta: Tasting Traditional Menú & Tequila Open Bar

￥15,444
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Xoximilco Mexican Fiesta: Tasting Traditional Menú & Tequila Open Bar
Gorgeous Natural Pink Lake, Las Coloradas

Gorgeous Natural Pink Lake, Las Coloradas

￥22,466
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Gorgeous Natural Pink Lake, Las Coloradas
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