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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.

Upscale all-inclusive beach resort with multiple bars & eateries, plus a nightclub, pools & a spa. On a Pacific Ocean beach, this upscale all-inclusive resort is 3 km from the El Tigre Golf Club and 14 km from eateries in downtown Puerto Vallarta. Featuring balconies or terraces, the polished rooms come with flat-screen TVs, Wi-Fi access (fee), coffeemakers and minibars. Some add microwaves and/or ocean views. The 1- to 3-bedroom suites have living rooms with sofabeds. Room service is offered. Meals and drinks (included) are served in 6 restaurants, 5 bars and a nightclub. Other amenities include a gym and a spa, plus swimming pools, beach volleyball and tennis courts. A kids' club, a climbing wall, mini-golf & kayaks are also available.

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

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.

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.

Upscale hotel in a complex of thatched-roof villas with an outdoor pool & dining, plus free Wi-Fi. On a hillside overlooking the beach, this upscale hotel in a complex of thatched-roof villas is 5 minutes' walk from the Buddha Gallery and Spa, and 12 km from Litibú golf course. Eclectic studios and 1- to 5-bedroom villas offer colorful furnishings, free Wi-Fi and open-air living areas, plus kitchens or kitchenettes, and balconies or terraces. Upgraded quarters add private pools and/or Jacuzzis. In-room dining, chefs and massages are available. Breakfast is provided for a fee. There's also an open-air restaurant/bar, an outdoor saltwater infinity pool and a yoga studio.

Posh quarters, some with ocean views, in a beachside resort with 5 eateries, 2 golf courses & a spa. Overlooking the Pacific Ocean, this luxe resort is 24 km from the seaside village of Bucerías and 47 km from downtown Puerto Vallarta. Refined rooms and suites come with terraces, free Wi-Fi, iPhone docks and minibars. The beds are fitted with high-thread-count sheets; the marble bathrooms feature flat-screen TVs. Some quarters offer ocean views, kitchens and/or private pools. Room service is offered 24/7. There are 5 restaurants, some with bars. The hotel has 2 golf courses, 3 infinity pools and a high-end spa. Other amenities include a fitness room, tennis courts and a kids’ club, as well as beach access. Parking is included.

La Rustica is the go-to spot in Sayulita for wood-fired pizzas and classic Italian fare, all served in a laid-back, stylish outdoor setting.

Refined suites in an all-inclusive beachfront resort offering dining, an outdoor pool & a spa. Set on Nuevo Vallarta Beach along Banderas Bay, this luxe all-inclusive resort is 12 km from Licenciado Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport and 13 km from Marina Vallarta. Refined 1- and 2-bedroom suites with balconies and living areas feature flat-screens and free Wi-Fi, plus minibars and Nespresso machines; many have whirlpool tubs. Upgraded suites add hot tubs, bay views and/or personal trainers. Room service is available 24/7. All meals are included and served in Italian, French and Mexican restaurants. There's also a posh spa with a gym, and an outdoor pool with a swim-up bar, as well as activity programs for kids and teens.

Nestled on a hilltop, this vibrant surf house offers comfy rooms, breathtaking pool views, and personalized surf lessons from lively hosts, Luis and Bianca.