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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Traditional Sierra Leon Oceanfront Rooms	4.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 48 reviews	View
Hotel Mousai Puerto Vallarta Adults Only	5.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,003 reviews	View
Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa	5.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 1,003 reviews	View
Hilton Vallarta Riviera All-Inclusive Resort, Puerto Vallarta	4.5 star property	8.8 Excellent 1,321 reviews	View
Barceló Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive	4.0 star property	8.2 Very good 3,043 reviews	View

Where to stay in South Zone

Find the best South Zone areas for the activities you enjoy most.

A coastal cityscape with a prominent pier, clear blue waters, and a beach area with umbrellas and palm trees.

Romantic Zone

Are you interested in stunning beaches, fantastic nightlife and popular shops? A visit to Romantic Zone might be the perfect thing. You can also explore top sights like Playa de los Muertos and Bay of Banderas.

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A coastal city with a prominent bridge, a beach, and numerous boats on the water.

Emiliano Zapata

While visiting Emiliano Zapata, you might make a stop by sights like Playa de los Muertos and Cuale Island.

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A coastal cityscape with a beach, high-rise hotels, and a clear blue sea.

Hotel Zone

Hotel Zone is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights area like Cruise Ship Terminal and Playa Las Glorias.

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A coastal cityscape with dense urban development, a prominent hill, and a view of the ocean.

Amapas

If you're spending some time in Amapas, Playa de los Muertos and Olas Altas Street are top sights worth seeing.

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A marina with numerous boats, a lighthouse, and buildings with red-tiled roofs.

Marina Vallarta

Travellers to Marina Vallarta praise its stunning beaches. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by El Faro Lighthouse and Marina Vallarta Golf Club.

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Top South Zone Hotel Reviews

Hilton Vallarta Riviera All-Inclusive Resort, Puerto Vallarta

10/10 Excellent

"Overall great time - the beach and the ability to swim and snorkel is absolutely amazing !!!"

Hotel Mousai Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive - Adults Only

10/10 Excellent

"This hotel exceeded all of our expectations and more! Everything about our stay was wonderful. The infinity pool was absolutely beautiful, the food was amazing, and the views were simply stunning. The entire property was very clean and well maintained, and the staff provided excellent, friendly service throughout our stay. We also loved the trolley service to and from the buildings…it was so convenient and made getting around effortless. Overall, we had an amazing experience and truly enjoyed every part of our stay. We would definitely come back again and highly recommend this hotel!"

Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa - All Inclusive

10/10 Excellent

"Family and I had a great time at the resort. The rooms were super clean and fully stocked. The property had great restaurants and food tasted good. Beach front is especially clean and water is swimmable since it’s set up as a lagoon. Highly recommend."

Hotel Casa Iguana Mismaloya

8/10 Good

"Beautiful gardens and pool, very clean, good AC, simple accomodations. Short walking distance to beach, zoo, bus stop , and tours. I didn't notice other hotels this close to everything that weren't huge resorts. Great location as it was much quieter and natural than PV yet a short bus ride away from the city. The beach was gorgeous and fun. Sometimes loud at night due to neighborhood music playing. Gracias !"

Ocean View Puerto Vallarta Villa Overlooking Mismaloya Beach

10/10 Excellent

"Wow, this was a trip of a lifetime! Absolutely everything was perfect. The pictures don’t do this home justice-it is ten times more stunning in person. It is so comfortable, beautiful and every detail is well thought out. The staff were so lovely and helpful. Fide, the chef, was phenomenal. Everything she made was a perfect. Rogelio was so helpful and attentive. I can’t remember the other ladies name but she was fantastic as well. The owner of the home is so responsive and friendly. The location is amazing, it’s so close to many of the attractions we were interested in. I honestly can’t say enough good things. It was such a beautiful property we even had a family photo shoot on the property. I recommend it to everyone and hope I can come back some day."

Villa Ventura 5 Star Luxury,Fully Staffed,Private Pool,Private Beach

10/10 Excellent

"Villa Ventura was the perfect setting for the vacation of my dreams! From our first walk down the stairs, I knew it would be beyond what we imagined from the photos. Every night we fell asleep to the sound of the waves and every morning we woke up to the smell of an amazing breakfast prepared by the incredible Chef Beto. Danny and Daniel made sure the house ran smoothly and we didn’t have a single worry. Afternoons were spent laughing by the pool as Danny created the most perfect piña coladas and prepped for another phenomenal meal. All the while, Rosario and Alicia made the house sparkle! Planning was so easy with the help of Nora and Patricia. And don’t forget to schedule a service with Jaz and the expert spa team. With town only a few moments away, we had plenty of options for shopping or a night out—but it was hard to leave the luxury of this PERFECT villa. If you are considering a stay, DO IT! Villa Ventura is truly a magical place."

Frequently asked questions

What is South Zone like?

South Zone is a welcoming neighbourhood known for its bar scene and array of dining options. Are you looking for South Zone travel tips? Make sure that you visit Playa Esmerelda and Garza Blanca Beach while you're in the neighbourhood.

Where is the best place to stay in South Zone?

Based on our traveller data, Barceló Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive is one of the top choices for your stay in South Zone. This property is steps from Playa Mismaloya, and offers 4 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Other good choices for your stay in the area include Hilton Vallarta Riviera All-Inclusive Resort, Puerto Vallarta and Hotel Mousai Puerto Vallarta Adults Only.

How many hotels are there in South Zone?

Expedia has 444 hotels and other accommodation options in South Zone to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Mismaloya area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in South Zone, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best options available in South Zone.

What is there to do in this Mismaloya neighbourhood?

Enjoy a stroll along the shore at Playa Esmerelda, Garza Blanca Beach and Playa Gemelas while you're in South Zone. Playa Palmares and Playa Mismaloya are also a couple of places to visit in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around South Zone include Punta Negra Beach, Los Arcos and Vallarta Zoo. When you're sightseeing in Mismaloya, El Eden and Playa Estaca are also worth a stop.

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1. Barceló Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive

2. Hotel Casa Iguana Mismaloya

3. Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa

4. Hotel Mousai Puerto Vallarta Adults Only

5. Traditional Sierra Leon Oceanfront Rooms

6. Grand Park Royal Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive

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

8. Costa Sur All Inclusive Resort

9. Costa Sur All Inclusive Classico Collection by Sonesta

10. Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa - All Inclusive

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

12. Villa Lala Boutique Hotel Adults Only

13. Marcela Resort & Spa

14. P V South Shore Luxury Accommodations

15. Quinta Maria Cortez Beach Hotel

16. Hotel Boutique Luxury Patio Azul

17. Hotel Posada de Roger - Near Los Muertos Beach

18. The Paramar Beachfront Boutique Hotel - Downtown Malecon

19. Emperador Vallarta Beachfront Hotel and Suites

20. Hotel Tropicana - Near Olas Altas Street

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Where to stay in South Zone

Romantic Zone

Emiliano Zapata

Hotel Zone

Amapas

Marina Vallarta

Top South Zone Hotel Reviews

Hilton Vallarta Riviera All-Inclusive Resort, Puerto Vallarta

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