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
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
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
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Amapas

If you're spending some time in Amapas, Playa de los Muertos and Olas Altas Street are top sights worth seeing.

Amapas
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! (6,000 reviews)
"The pools were nice and plenty of chairs available. I did not like that there was no staff to bring you food or drinks."

Reviewed on Sep 25, 2025

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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
The price is ￥43,242 per night from Oct 1 to Oct 2
￥43,242
￥52,535 total
Oct 1 - Oct 2
includes taxes & fees
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! (4,406 reviews)
"Beach view was great . This was more of a party scene"

Reviewed on Sep 28, 2025

Hotel Riu Palace Baja California - Adults Only - All Inclusive
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! (4,852 reviews)
"La calle antes de entrar al hotel ! Está horrible da mal aspecto!"

Reviewed on Sep 27, 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 ...
7.8/10 Good! (2,646 reviews)
"The property is at a perfect Location. The amenities in the property are well maintained and right on the beach. 2 things are down in the property. The room that I stayed was out of date. Decor very old. Room is very spacious with a great size patio looking towards the sea. Other thing is even though ..."

Reviewed on Sep 22, 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! (3,154 reviews)
"great place"

Reviewed on Sep 19, 2025

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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! (1,725 reviews)
"The property is the highest point on the mountain its hard to get too and a scary ride up but the view is amazing"

Reviewed on Sep 5, 2025

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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

Party on a boat in Canun

Xoximilco Mexican Fiesta: Tasting Traditional Menú & Tequila Open Bar

￥12,889
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Xoximilco Mexican Fiesta: Tasting Traditional Menú & Tequila Open Bar
Xenses Park Tickets

Xenses Park Tickets

￥9,959
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Xenses Park Tickets
ATV Jungle Adventure with Ziplines, Cenote & Tequila Tasting

ATV Jungle Adventure with Ziplines, Cenote & Tequila Tasting

￥8,642
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
ATV Jungle Adventure with Ziplines, Cenote & Tequila Tasting
Gorgeous Natural Pink Lake, Las Coloradas

Gorgeous Natural Pink Lake, Las Coloradas

￥22,265
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Gorgeous Natural Pink Lake, Las Coloradas
Horseback Riding & ATV Jungle Adventure with Ziplines & Cenote

Horseback Riding & ATV Jungle Adventure with Ziplines & Cenote

￥16,845
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Horseback Riding & ATV Jungle Adventure with Ziplines & Cenote
Day Trip to Tulum, Playa del Carmen & Cenote Mariposa - Lunch Included

Day Trip to Tulum, Playa del Carmen & Cenote Mariposa - Lunch Included

￥10,151
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Day Trip to Tulum, Playa del Carmen & Cenote Mariposa - Lunch Included
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