The St. Regis Punta Mita Resort

High-end resort featuring outdoor pools & a spa, plus restaurants, bars & a private beach. Set on palm-fringed grounds along a private Pacific Ocean beach, this posh resort in a gated community is 9 minutes' walk from Litibú Golf Course and 42 km from Licenciado Gustavo Díaz Ordaz International Airport. Accommodations range from polished rooms with Wi-Fi, flat-screens and furnished terraces to suites featuring living rooms and private plunge pools. Some quarters offer ocean views. Room service is available. Amenities include 3 restaurants, a coffee shop and poolside bars, plus a spa, a traditional steam room and outdoor pools. There are tennis and basketball courts, in addition to a gym, breakfast and parking.

Upscale casitas, suites & villas in a beach resort with restaurants, golf courses & a day spa. Surrounded by tropical gardens on a Pacific Coast peninsula, this luxe golf resort has direct access to white-sand beaches. It's 42 km from Aeropuerto Internacional de Puerto Vallarta airport. Lodging is offered in airy, beach-inspired casitas, suites and villas, which sleep up to 12. All have free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs and iPod/iPhone docks, plus living areas and private bars. Some have sea views or direct beach access; upgraded suites and villas include plunge pools and/or kitchens. There are 4 restaurants and 4 bars, along with 10 tennis courts, 3 pools and 2 private beaches. Other amenities include a spa, a gym and a pair of golf courses.

This vibrant beachfront hotel boasts quirky, colorful rooms with upscale amenities, multiple dining spots, a spa, and a lively atmosphere just steps from the sand.

Warm quarters in a relaxed hotel near the beach, plus breakfast & an outdoor plunge pool. A 5-minute walk from San Pancho Beach, this casual hotel near shops and dining is 42 km from Licenciado Gustavo Díaz Ordaz International Airport. The warm rooms with a rustic vibe come with Wi-Fi. Suites add sofabeds and/or thatched roofs. Continental breakfast is available. There's also a down-to-earth restaurant/bar with a terrace, plus an outdoor plunge pool with a sundeck. Massages and babysitting can be arranged on request.

Nestled steps from the beach, La Quinta del Sol offers cozy studios with kitchens and stunning ocean views, perfect for a laid-back getaway.

Upmarket beachfront escape offering elegant quarters, plus outdoor pools, polished dining & a spa. In gardens alongside a beach on Banderas Bay, this upscale resort is 6 km from El Cora Crocodile Sanctuary and 8 km from Aquaventuras Park. Elegant rooms come with free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, balconies and minibars, plus tea and coffeemakers. The 1- to 3-bedroom suites add kitchenettes, and living rooms with pull-out sofas. Room service is available. There are 2 polished restaurants; private beachfront dining is offered. Other amenities include outdoor pools, a fitness center and a posh spa.

At Don Pedro's, savor Mediterranean rice dishes, fresh seafood tostadas, and wood-fired pizzas while soaking in breathtaking beach views and a laid-back vibe.

Posh resort by the beach offering outdoor pools, a spa & 10 restaurants, plus live entertainment. Set along the Bay of Banderas, this upscale beachfront resort is 7 km from El Cora Crocodile Sanctuary and 17 km from Licenciado Gustavo Díaz Ordaz International Airport. Warmly furnished suites provide balconies/terraces, kitchenettes and TVs. Upgraded suites have bay views. The 1- to 3-bedroom suites have separate living rooms, jetted tubs and/or sofabeds. There are 10 restaurants, including Japanese and Italian options, and 2 bars. Other amenities include outdoor pools, a spa and a gym, as well as a kids' club, live entertainment and a convenience store/deli. There's also Wi-Fi and parking.

Apuane Spa at Four Seasons Punta Mita is a stunning coastal retreat where blissful treatments meet unparalleled service for a completely revitalizing experience.

A cozy spot near the main square, this cafe boasts sunny outdoor seating and serves up fantastic breakfast bowls, sandwiches, and superb coffee.