Mexican Riviera

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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 Playa Brujas.

Zona Dorada
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Sandy Beach

2/5(1 area review)

If you're spending some time in Sandy Beach, Bonita Beach and Islands and Protected Areas of the Gulf of California are top sights worth seeing.

Sandy Beach
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
Mission of San Jose showing heritage architecture and a church or cathedral

Downtown Cabo San Lucas

4/5(309 area reviews)

The beaches and abundant dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Downtown Cabo San Lucas. A stop by Casa de la Cultura or Zen-Mar Mask Gallery might round out your trip.

Downtown Cabo San Lucas
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 ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (5,491 reviews)
"great customer service and fun place to party"

Reviewed on Jul 7, 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! (4,539 reviews)
"This place is great. The service is wonderful, the food is delicious, and they have some fun entertainment at night. Third time at this resort, and we would definitely go back!"

Reviewed on Jul 8, 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! (4,134 reviews)
"Ok"

Reviewed on Jul 8, 2025

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Hotel Riu Palace Baja California - Adults Only - All Inclusive
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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! (3,088 reviews)
"The place was clean pool was excellent also the food was very good. One thing I didn’t like is that they ran out of ice cream."

Reviewed on Jul 8, 2025

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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! (2,544 reviews)
"Fantastic location on the beach and in PV! We enjoyed a palapa every day and walking to many great restaurants. Hotel itself is older and dated. Poor water temperature and pressure with the shower."

Reviewed on Jul 6, 2025

Hotel Tropicana - Near Olas Altas Street
Grand Miramar All Luxury Suites & Residences
Grand Miramar All Luxury Suites & Residences
4.5 out of 5
Puerto Vallarta
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Puerto Vallarta. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 4 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,689 reviews)
"Good view and good food with a good price campare than Malecon area restaurants. It was really nice."

Reviewed on Jul 1, 2025

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Popular places to visit

Rosarito which includes a sandy beach

Rosarito Beach

4.5/5(712 reviews)

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

4.5/5(2,971 reviews)

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

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

Zicatela Beach

4.5/5(52 reviews)

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

Zicatela Beach
Marina Cabo San Lucas featuring a coastal town and a lighthouse

Marina Del Rey

4.5/5(2,812 reviews)

Luxury yachting, sport fishing and world-class golf courses are just some of the attractions in this harbor along the Sea of Cortez.

Marina Del Rey
Medano Beach which includes general coastal views and a sandy beach as well as a couple

Medano Beach

4.5/5(1,450 reviews)

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

Medano Beach
El Arco featuring rocky coastline and waves

The Arch

4.5/5(3,108 reviews)

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

ATV, Ziplining & Cenote Tour at Extreme Adventure Eco Park

ATV, Ziplining & Cenote Tour at Extreme Adventure Eco Park

￥9,402
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
ATV, Ziplining & Cenote Tour at Extreme Adventure Eco Park
Chichen Itza, Cenote & Valladolid All Inclusive Tour

Chichen Itza, Cenote & Valladolid Tour

￥4,267
per adult
Chichen Itza, Cenote & Valladolid Tour
Isla Mujeres Unlimited Snorkeling Tour

Isla Mujeres All-Inclusive Snorkeling Tour

￥10,409
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Isla Mujeres All-Inclusive Snorkeling Tour
ATV, Ziplines & Mayan Cenote Extreme Experience

ATV, Ziplines & Mayan Cenote Extreme All Inclusive Experience

￥10,566
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
ATV, Ziplines & Mayan Cenote Extreme All Inclusive Experience
Deluxe Catamaran to Isla Mujeres, with Drinks, Snorkel & Buffet

Deluxe Catamaran to Isla Mujeres, with Drinks, Snorkel & Buffet

￥5,048
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Deluxe Catamaran to Isla Mujeres, with Drinks, Snorkel & Buffet
Party on a boat in Canun

Xochimilco Mexican Fiesta with Dinner & Open Bar

￥15,910
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Xochimilco Mexican Fiesta with Dinner & Open Bar
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