Central Pacific Coast
Near the estuary mouth, within view of the harbor, is this meticulously maintained three-star resort. The grounds are lovely and guests get a free one…
Must-see hotels in Central Pacific Coast
Mazatlán
Three blocks from the beach, this is a good-value option offering spotless rooms with kitchenettes and either a king-size, double or twin beds along a…
Manzanillo
This bright, pink beachside hotel at the end of the Playa Las Brisas peninsula lures repeat guests with cool, rustic rooms, personalized service and…
Puerto Vallarta
This brilliantly located beachside complex offers cheery staff and simple but homey rooms with tiled floors, comfortable beds and flat screens on the wall…
Zihuatanejo
This burnt-orange fauxdobe complex of modern rooms offers terracotta floors, air-con and small balconies overlooking the pool and the sea below. All rooms…
Acapulco
Images of Hollywood’s Golden Age adorn the walls at this retro hotel with million-dollar views, once owned by Johnny ‘Tarzan’ Weissmuller, John Wayne and…
Acapulco
Overlooking Playa Hornos, halfway between the historic center and the Zona Dorada, this smart new hotel probably won't make your social media posts – but…
Central Pacific Coast
Travelers interested in meeting locals should consider this organization that helps Chacala residents build good homes with adjacent guest units. Seven…
Acapulco
This simple 1930s hotel has been drawing huge numbers of guests for as long as the clavadistas (cliff divers) have been an organized spectacle. The rooms…
Central Pacific Coast
This relaxing ranch-style hotel is handsome in white and dark wood. It has a patch of beach with private cabañas (cabins) and double-width lounge chairs,…
Sayulita
Follow the road upriver on the plaza side of the bridge to reach this modern hostel. It's run by helpful, well-traveled folk and has tip-top facilities…
Mazatlán
Don't let the garish pink exterior or the tacky generic tropical art in the rooms put you off; La Siesta is a good Centro Histórico option if you can snag…
Troncones
Consisting of just nine individually styled rooms in various pastel hues, this haven of tranquility is the epitome of hippie chic. There's a yoga deck…
Central Pacific Coast
This place has a fabulous clifftop view over the wild beach and waving palms. Its comfortable ocean-view units, with terracotta floors and cable TV,…
Central Pacific Coast
On Laguna Santa María de Oro's north side, these spacious rooms and two- and three-bedroom cabañas will appeal to couples and families looking for some…
Central Pacific Coast
An ideal spot for surfers and beach bums alike, the seven tastefully appointed rooms here come with full kitchens, slick marble sinks, excellent beds and…
Puerto Vallarta
The conveniently located Oasis Downtown houses three bright dorms and one simple private room with two beds and a shared bathroom. The hostel has a policy…
Acapulco
This budget hotel is close to the beach but just far enough away from the main road to be peaceful at night. Decor is bland, but rooms are spacious and…
Central Pacific Coast
These rustic two-story cabins, some sleeping up to six people, provide a homey feel with their full kitchens, porches and balconies with ocean views, and…
Puerto Vallarta
Three blocks from the beach, this agreeable travelers’ hangout with a leafy courtyard and pool has long been one of Vallarta’s most beloved midrange…
Troncones
Clustered around a pool, this family-friendly place comprises colorful bungalows in all hues of the rainbow, peeking out from the verdant vegetation…
Ixtapa
Understated, stylish and family-friendly, this resort makes in amenities for what it lacks in beach access (though the beach is a 10-minute walk away)…
Barra de Navidad
With stellar beach access, this white hotel could use a spruce-up and rooms could be cleaner, but boons include a mid-sized kidney-shaped pool. The open…
Central Pacific Coast
Villa Nirvana’s American expat owners have lovingly landscaped this cheerful beachside property 500m from the main road turnoff. It has a variety of…
Puerto Vallarta
A charming three-star spot, steps from the waterfront and river. The four floors of rooms surround a courtyard and have Templo de Guadalupe views from the…
Zihuatanejo
Providing decent budget digs in the town center, this older, pleasant family-owned posada (inn) has simple, cozy and clean tiled rooms with queen beds and…
Puerto Vallarta
This family-run hotel comprises homey and somewhat dated rooms (some with tiled ceiling), a small dipping pool, and the pièce de résistance – the rooftop…
Mazatlán
This 19th-century cigar factory has been converted into a gorgeous 14-unit apartment complex, the outer walls covered with vines. The best ones are the…
Central Pacific Coast
Behind a little shop, the friendly Aurora has six simple but smart rooms with kitchenettes; it makes for a very comfortable Chacala base and it's one of a…
Mazatlán
A leafy complex of decent apartments and suites on a quiet neighborhood street. Expect friendly staff, red-tiled floors, kitchenettes, spotty wi-fi and…
Sayulita
Perfectly located between the plaza and beach, this hotel has a variety of rooms named after classic rock bands. All are bright and creative, with nice…
San Patricio-Melaque
Aside from being one of the cleanest budget hotels in town, the Bahía lies just one block from Melaque's most swimmable beach. Simple tiled rooms are…
Barra de Navidad
Right on the beach in the center of town, the Bogavante is a bit of a concrete monster from the outside, albeit with modern (if not particularly thrilling…
Puerto Vallarta
Astute use of bright colors and a plethora of original artworks enliven the tidy, comfortable rooms at this hotel in the heart of the Zona Romántica. Some…
Puerto Vallarta
A block north of San Sebastián del Oeste's town square, the Mansion's eight immaculate rooms combine colonial stylings with modern comforts including flat…
Zihuatanejo
About as central as it gets, on a quiet little pedestrian street, this is the closest Zihua has to a hostel. Branching off the plant-festooned lobby, the…
Puerto Vallarta
Overlooking one of Mexico’s most famous gay beaches, this resort is a byword for 'gay' in Vallarta. At the time of our last visit it was looking a bit…
Central Pacific Coast
The village's most upscale offering has decent rooms, suite with a Jacuzzi, a lovely pool surrounded by lush vegetation, and a characterful restaurant…
Acapulco
On the Playa Condesa, this spruced-up 1950s behemoth features art-deco tiles in the breezy lobby, a maritime theme in its spacious rooms, decked out in…
Central Pacific Coast
This beachside complex run by the local indigenous community offers pleasant cabañas and a restaurant (8am to 7pm) offering delicious plates of lobster…
