Neighborhood guide
Where to Stay in Puerto Vallarta
The 4 areas worth basing yourself in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico — ranked by our editors, with walking distances from the center. First-timers: start with Zona Romántica.
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Top pick
Zona Romántica
Old Vallarta — cobblestones, beach clubs, nightlife, most character per block.
5.8 km from center
#2
Centro / Malecón
The seafront promenade, crowned church, galleries.
2.9 km from center
#3
Marina Vallarta
Golf-and-yacht polish near the airport.
2.9 km from center
#4
Versalles
The locals' foodie quarter inland — the current restaurant boom.
33 min walk from center
Getting around
Local buses and cheap taxis/Uber; the airport sits 20 minutes north of Centro.
Water taxis from Los Muertos pier reach Yelapa + the southern coves. December–March: book whale trips for early morning calm.