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Our top choices for Playa Esmerelda hotels

1. Hotel Mousai Puerto Vallarta Adults Only

Hotel Mousai Puerto Vallarta Adults Only
South Zone, 0.7 km from Playa Esmerelda
United States
Belinda
€365
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Hotel Mousai Puerto Vallarta Adults Only

2. Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa

Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa
South Zone, 0.6 km from Playa Esmerelda
United States
Cynthia
€304
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa

3. Hilton Vallarta Riviera All-Inclusive Resort, Puerto Vallarta

Hilton Vallarta Riviera All-Inclusive Resort, Puerto Vallarta
South Zone, 2.8 km from Playa Esmerelda
United States
Vernon
€264
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Hilton Vallarta Riviera All-Inclusive Resort, Puerto Vallarta

4. Hotel Casa Iguana Mismaloya

Hotel Casa Iguana Mismaloya
South Zone, 2.9 km from Playa Esmerelda
Canada
Janelle
€51
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Hotel Casa Iguana Mismaloya

5. Costa Sur All Inclusive Resort

Costa Sur All Inclusive Resort
South Zone, 3.2 km from Playa Esmerelda
United States
AnA
€218
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Costa Sur All Inclusive Resort

6. Costa Sur All Inclusive Classico Collection by Sonesta

Costa Sur All Inclusive Classico Collection by Sonesta
South Zone, 3.1 km from Playa Esmerelda
United States
elizabeth
€235
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Costa Sur All Inclusive Classico Collection by Sonesta

7. Barceló Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive

Barceló Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive
South Zone, 3.1 km from Playa Esmerelda
United States
Oui
€221
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Barceló Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive

8. Grand Park Royal Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive

Grand Park Royal Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive
South Zone, 0.6 km from Playa Esmerelda
United States
Eric
€240
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Grand Park Royal Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive

9. Casa ANTAHKARANA

Casa ANTAHKARANA
3 km from Playa Esmerelda
€21
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Casa ANTAHKARANA

10. Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa - All Inclusive

Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa - All Inclusive
South Zone, 0.6 km from Playa Esmerelda
United States
ANABID
€500
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa - All Inclusive

11. Hotel Mousai Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive - Adults Only

Hotel Mousai Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive - Adults Only
South Zone, 0.7 km from Playa Esmerelda
United States
Scott
€543
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Hotel Mousai Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive - Adults Only

12. River Park Hotel

River Park Hotel
7.6 km from Playa Esmerelda
United States
Edward
€111
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
River Park Hotel

13. Villa Lala Boutique Hotel Adults Only

Villa Lala Boutique Hotel Adults Only
6.4 km from Playa Esmerelda
Canada
Muhammad Faran
€239
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Villa Lala Boutique Hotel Adults Only

14. Hotel Porto Allegro - Near Malecon

Hotel Porto Allegro - Near Malecon
Downtown Puerto Vallarta, 7 km from Playa Esmerelda
United States
Mary E
€58
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Hotel Porto Allegro - Near Malecon

15. Tres Marias Luxury Suites - Adults Only

Tres Marias Luxury Suites - Adults Only
Emiliano Zapata, 6.9 km from Playa Esmerelda
Canada
Bruce
€96
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Tres Marias Luxury Suites - Adults Only

16. Casa Chevere

Casa Chevere
Alta Vista, 6.8 km from Playa Esmerelda
United States
Jorge
€103
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Casa Chevere

17. Casa Kimberly - Near Malecon

Casa Kimberly - Near Malecon
Downtown Puerto Vallarta, 7.2 km from Playa Esmerelda
United States
Teilyn
€393
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Casa Kimberly - Near Malecon

18. Hacienda San Angel

Hacienda San Angel
Downtown Puerto Vallarta, 7.2 km from Playa Esmerelda
United States
Valerie
€307
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Hacienda San Angel

19. Spanish Moon

Spanish Moon
Emiliano Zapata, 7.3 km from Playa Esmerelda
Canada
Roy
€79
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Spanish Moon

20. BellView Hotel Boutique

BellView Hotel Boutique
Downtown Puerto Vallarta, 7.3 km from Playa Esmerelda
Canada
Igor
€180
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
BellView Hotel Boutique
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Compare popular hotels close to Playa Esmerelda

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
An infinity pool with white lounge chairs and umbrellas, overlooking a clear blue sea and distant mountains.
Hotel Mousai Puerto Vallarta Adults Only
9.4
Exceptional
1,001 reviews
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A resort pool area with lounge chairs, umbrellas, and palm trees.
Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa
9.0
Wonderful
1,000 reviews
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A balcony with wicker chairs and red cushions, overlooking a beach with rocky formations and clear blue water.
Hilton Vallarta Riviera All-Inclusive Resort, Puerto Vallarta
8.8
Excellent
1,318 reviews
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A thatched-roof building with a geometric interior structure, surrounded by tropical plants.
Hotel Casa Iguana Mismaloya
8.2
Very good
1,000 reviews
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A beachside view with clear waters, a palm tree, and a row of sun loungers along the shore.
Costa Sur All Inclusive Resort
8.2
Very good
1,388 reviews
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Hotels recommended for families near Playa Esmerelda

Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa

Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa
South Zone
€304
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa

Hotel Mousai Puerto Vallarta Adults Only

Hotel Mousai Puerto Vallarta Adults Only
South Zone
€365
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Hotel Mousai Puerto Vallarta Adults Only

Grand Park Royal Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive

Grand Park Royal Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive
South Zone
€240
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Grand Park Royal Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive

Hotel Casa Iguana Mismaloya

Hotel Casa Iguana Mismaloya
South Zone
€51
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Hotel Casa Iguana Mismaloya

Hilton Vallarta Riviera All-Inclusive Resort, Puerto Vallarta

Hilton Vallarta Riviera All-Inclusive Resort, Puerto Vallarta
South Zone
€264
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Hilton Vallarta Riviera All-Inclusive Resort, Puerto Vallarta

Casa ANTAHKARANA

Casa ANTAHKARANA
Puerto Vallarta
€21
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Casa ANTAHKARANA

Barceló Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive

Barceló Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive
South Zone
€221
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Barceló Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive

Hyatt Ziva Puerto Vallarta - All-inclusive

Hyatt Ziva Puerto Vallarta - All-inclusive
Conchas Chinas
€322
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Hyatt Ziva Puerto Vallarta - All-inclusive

Top Playa Esmerelda Hotel Reviews

Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa

Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa

10/10 Excellent
"Everything"
William 3-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa
Barceló Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive

Barceló Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive

8/10 Good
"It was a really beautiful resort in a really beautiful area. I think it lacks information on restaurants and entertainment. I found as a foreigner it was better accustomed to the locals. Which is nice to see but I have been at far cheaper resorts with much better entertainment."
Deidra 8-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Barceló Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive
Hyatt Ziva Puerto Vallarta - All-inclusive

Hyatt Ziva Puerto Vallarta - All-inclusive

10/10 Excellent
"I definitely recommend it Everybody was very friendly."
Ruben 6-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Hyatt Ziva Puerto Vallarta - All-inclusive
Hotel Mousai Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive - Adults Only

Hotel Mousai Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive - Adults Only

10/10 Excellent
"Had a wonderful 8 night stay at Hotel Mousai. From the moment you arrive, you feel pampered and taken care of. I’d highly recommend this property to anyone looking for a relaxing escape in Puerto Vallarta."
Genevieve Siane 8-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Hotel Mousai Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive - Adults Only
Hotel Mousai Puerto Vallarta Adults Only

Hotel Mousai Puerto Vallarta Adults Only

10/10 Excellent
"Amazing."
Jessica 3-night trip
Posted 8 days ago
Hotel Mousai Puerto Vallarta Adults Only
Amazing Oceanfront Puerto Vallarta Studio condo from 70 a night.

Amazing Oceanfront Puerto Vallarta Studio condo from 70 a night.

8/10 Good
"The beach is the back yard of this building. There is an open 12hrs restaurant bar by the pool. A laundry room and mini market are available too. Public buses from malecon to mismaloya stop here. The studio has a king bed and a sofa bed. It can fit 4 people comfortable. Entrance and cleaning fee are charged at check in."
gloria 3-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
Amazing Oceanfront Puerto Vallarta Studio condo from 70 a night.
Luxury  Villa on the Best Swimming Beach in Puerto Vallarta w/ Full Staff & Pool

Luxury Villa on the Best Swimming Beach in Puerto Vallarta w/ Full Staff & Pool

10/10 Excellent
"You can not a better vacation house. This is the second time our large family of 19 stayed at the house. You can not beat the pool on the beautiful beach. The staff are absolutely amazing. They take care of you- it’s a true vacation. Two meals a day, no dish duty, a pitchers of margaritas brought to the pool side for the adults and pins colada for the kids. House has plenty of room and all the walls are thick so you don’t hear every noise. They help help arrange everything you need from transfers, in house massages, and excursions. It is just magical. Can’t wait to go back again. We also had a medical emergency with a family member when we were there. The staff helped get the ambulance and even rode with us to help translate. They truly take care of you and will be forever grateful to them."
Denise T. 7-night trip
Posted 2 months ago
Luxury Villa on the Best Swimming Beach in Puerto Vallarta w/ Full Staff & Pool
Oceanfront Condo On The Beach With Panoramic Views

Oceanfront Condo On The Beach With Panoramic Views

10/10 Excellent
"The property, the beach, and the location were fantastic! It’s very easy to get an Uber or a taxi to get into town."
Dan V. 8-night trip
Posted 4 months ago
Oceanfront Condo On The Beach With Panoramic Views
STUNNING 3 BR & 3BA SOUTH SHORE BEACHFRONT RESIDENCE!

STUNNING 3 BR & 3BA SOUTH SHORE BEACHFRONT RESIDENCE!

10/10 Excellent
"This was a perfectly location for our family getaway with adult children! Beautiful unit, modern conveniences, extra touches that we have never found at any other vacation rental. It is completely stocked with extras including coolers, umbrellas, beach chairs, extra linens, beach towels and more! Glasses for the patio, travel cups for the beach, you name it they seemed to have it! Rita was amazing to work with from coordinating checking on, pre-shopping and general questions while we were on site. This is the most spotless, beautiful complex in all of our PV experiences. This was has been renovated with thoughtful consideration yet keeps the beautiful charm of Mexico. The beach is soft and sandy- a rare find here in PV and extremely swimmable! We had the best time going between the beach and the amazing pool area. We are so thankful to have had Los Palmares as our home base this week. "
Kristina d. 6-night trip
Posted 7 months ago
STUNNING 3 BR & 3BA SOUTH SHORE BEACHFRONT RESIDENCE!

Other attractions near Playa Esmerelda

A coastal resort with a beach, clear blue waters, and lush green hills in the background.

Garza Blanca Beach

8.6/10 (1,243 reviews)
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Garza Blanca Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Mismaloya. Amble around this relaxing area's seaside and enjoy its lively bars.
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A coastal resort with beachfront hotels, a sandy beach, and clear turquoise waters.

Playa Gemelas

8.6/10 (1,402 reviews)
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Playa Gemelas during your travels in Mismaloya? Amble around this relaxing area's seaside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
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A beach with clear turquoise waters, a sandy shore, and palm trees.

Playa Palmares

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Playa Palmares during your trip to Puerto Vallarta? Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
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A coastal landscape with clear turquoise waters, rocky formations, and boats.

Los Arcos

9.0/10 (8,219 reviews)
Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore Los Arcos, a lovely green space in Mismaloya. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area.
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Zebras in a sandy enclosure with a rocky border.
Photo by Alisha Robar

Vallarta Zoo

7.4/10 (507 reviews)
Visit the animals who live at Vallarta Zoo during your trip to Mismaloya. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the beautiful sunsets in this family-friendly area.
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A beach with thatched-roof huts, palm trees, and boats.

Playa Mismaloya

8.6/10 (3,083 reviews)
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Playa Mismaloya during your travels in Mismaloya? Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area or visit its lively bars.
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Punta Negra Beach

9.4/10 (6 reviews)
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Punta Negra Beach during your trip to South Zone? Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area or visit its lively bars.
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El Eden

8.4/10 (911 reviews)
Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore El Eden, a lovely green space in Puerto Vallarta. Stroll along the marina in this relaxing area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Playa Esmerelda?
Playa Esmerelda is located in Mismaloya. This welcoming area is known for its beautiful beaches and bar scene. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 149 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
Where is the best place to stay close to Playa Esmerelda?
Hotel Mousai Puerto Vallarta Adults Only is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this resort offers 4 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. It's located just a short 0.5 mi (0.7 km) from Playa Esmerelda. Other good options close by include Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa and Grand Park Royal Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive.
How many hotels are there near Playa Esmerelda?
Expedia has 149 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Playa Esmerelda.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Playa Esmerelda, will I receive a refund?
Yes, most hotel bookings are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best options available near Playa Esmerelda.
What can I see and do near Playa Esmerelda?
You'll want to browse the collections at Manuel Lepe House Museum, Museo del Cuale and Naval Historic Museum. Learn about local history at Malecon and Casa de la Malinche. You can enjoy live performances at Act ll Entertainment Stages and Los Arcos Amphitheater.