Puerto Vallarta Hotel Guide. Hotels in South Zone, Puerto Vallarta, Mexico

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Our top choices for South Zone hotels

4 outdoor pools, free pool cabanas, pool umbrellas

Hotel Mousai Puerto Vallarta Adults Only

Hotel Mousai Puerto Vallarta Adults Only
5.0 star property
South Zone
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Great weather, views and food. Highly recommend. "
United States
David
The price is €721
includes taxes & fees
7 Mar - 8 Mar
Hotel Mousai Puerto Vallarta Adults Only
Exterior

Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa

Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa
5.0 star property
South Zone
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"We had a great time! The resort is amazing - the staff members are absolutely wonderful, the rooms are large and beds/pillows comfortable, fun activities, lots of varieties of foosd!"
United States
Elizabeth
The price is €726
includes taxes & fees
31 Mar - 1 Apr
Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa
Exterior

Hotel Casa Iguana Mismaloya

Hotel Casa Iguana Mismaloya
3.5 star property
South Zone
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,005 reviews)
"Wonderful stay "
Canada
Lourdes
The price is €70
includes taxes & fees
5 Mar - 6 Mar
Hotel Casa Iguana Mismaloya
Aerial view

Barceló Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive

Barceló Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive
4.0 star property
South Zone
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (3,084 reviews)
"Great resort. Rooms are massive, staff is friendly and food was good. "
Canada
Kim
The price is €280
includes taxes & fees
17 Mar - 18 Mar
Barceló Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive
1 bedroom, minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished

Traditional Sierra Leon Oceanfront Rooms

Traditional Sierra Leon Oceanfront Rooms
4.0 star property
South Zone
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (46 reviews)
"the view was wonderful, would stay again"
Canada
Geoffrey
The price is €152
includes taxes & fees
10 Mar - 11 Mar
Traditional Sierra Leon Oceanfront Rooms
Family Suite with 2 bedrooms and Large Terrace Oceanfront | Beach/ocean view

Costa Sur Resort & Spa

Costa Sur Resort & Spa
3.5 star property
South Zone
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,323 reviews)
"Staff were very courteous!"
Canada
Krishna
Costa Sur Resort & Spa
Exterior

Hilton Vallarta Riviera All-Inclusive Resort, Puerto Vallarta

Hilton Vallarta Riviera All-Inclusive Resort, Puerto Vallarta
4.5 star property
South Zone
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,238 reviews)
"Staff was awesome. Rooms clean would stay there again. Very nice resort "
United States
Victoria
The price is €415
includes taxes & fees
9 Mar - 10 Mar
Hilton Vallarta Riviera All-Inclusive Resort, Puerto Vallarta
Private beach, snorkelling, kayaking

Costa Sur Resort, Classico Collection By Sonesta

Costa Sur Resort, Classico Collection By Sonesta
5.0 star property
South Zone
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (146 reviews)
"Clean rooms, attentive staff and lovely private beach and a very warm pool "
Canada
Robert
The price is €145
includes taxes & fees
22 Mar - 23 Mar
Costa Sur Resort, Classico Collection By Sonesta
Body treatments, hot stone massages, deep-tissue massages

Grand Park Royal Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive

Grand Park Royal Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive
4.0 star property
South Zone
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,006 reviews)
"Great place to stay "
Canada
KEN
The price is €329
includes taxes & fees
4 Mar - 5 Mar
Grand Park Royal Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive
Exterior

Hotel Mousai Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive - Adults Only

Hotel Mousai Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive - Adults Only
5.0 star property
South Zone
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (179 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Khaled
The price is €980
includes taxes & fees
23 Mar - 24 Mar
Hotel Mousai Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive - Adults Only
3 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas

Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa - All Inclusive

Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa - All Inclusive
5.0 star property
South Zone
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (728 reviews)
"The food was amazing every single restaurant my favriote being DAO The staff was amazing I havnt encountered a more welcoming amazing staff When I travel to puerto Vallarta again I will not be staying anywhere else this hotel exceed my expectations 10/10 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️"
United States
Jolivet
The price is €954
includes taxes & fees
31 Mar - 1 Apr
Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa - All Inclusive
Deluxe Suite, Balcony, Sea View

Pier 69

Pier 69
2.0 star property
Amapas, 6.3 km from South Zone
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Clean "
United States
Michael
The price is €208
includes taxes & fees
4 Mar - 5 Mar
Pier 69
Aerial view

Garza Blanca Sanctuary

Garza Blanca Sanctuary
5.0 star property
Amapas, 5.5 km from South Zone
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"the room was incredible, the food was 10/10 and the staff was amazing!! highly recommend!!! "
United States
Leeor
The price is €1,052
includes taxes & fees
4 Mar - 5 Mar
Garza Blanca Sanctuary
Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

The Paramar Beachfront Boutique Hotel - Downtown Malecon

The Paramar Beachfront Boutique Hotel - Downtown Malecon
3.5 star property
Colonia 5 de Diciembre, 8.5 km from South Zone
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (935 reviews)
"View was beautiful "
United States
Nathalie
The Paramar Beachfront Boutique Hotel - Downtown Malecon
Terrace/patio

Villa Lala Boutique Hotel Adults Only

Villa Lala Boutique Hotel Adults Only
4.0 star property
6.4 km from South Zone
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (323 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel, staff was so friendly and food and drinks delicious "
United States
Tamara
The price is €401
includes taxes & fees
17 Mar - 18 Mar
Villa Lala Boutique Hotel Adults Only
Exterior

Hotel Boutique Luxury Patio Azul

Hotel Boutique Luxury Patio Azul
4.0 star property
Conchas Chinas, 5.1 km from South Zone
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (548 reviews)
"Room was super clean, staff was very friendly and reliable. Rooms are great. I will definitely be staying here again."
United States
Madeleine
Hotel Boutique Luxury Patio Azul
Terrace/patio

Loft Hotel Malecon Vallarta

Loft Hotel Malecon Vallarta
2.0 star property
Colonia 5 de Diciembre, 8 km from South Zone
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (937 reviews)
"Staff was friendly, room was nice and location was perfect. "
United States
Valerie
The price is €86
includes taxes & fees
9 Mar - 10 Mar
Loft Hotel Malecon Vallarta
Interior

Villa Divina Luxury Boutique – Adults Only

Villa Divina Luxury Boutique – Adults Only
4.0 star property
Conchas Chinas, 4.9 km from South Zone
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (240 reviews)
"Very friendly & helpful staff. Excellent restaurant & beautiful room."
United States
Gene
The price is €332
includes taxes & fees
17 Mar - 18 Mar
Villa Divina Luxury Boutique – Adults Only
Outdoor pool

Holiday Inn Express Puerto Vallarta by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Puerto Vallarta by IHG
3.0 star property
13.6 km from South Zone
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,858 reviews)
"Great stay!!"
Canada
tracy
The price is €75
includes taxes & fees
8 Mar - 9 Mar
Holiday Inn Express Puerto Vallarta by IHG
Terrace/patio

Emperador Vallarta Beachfront Hotel and Suites

Emperador Vallarta Beachfront Hotel and Suites
3.0 star property
Amapas, 6.3 km from South Zone
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,046 reviews)
"The staff was extremely helpful and very friendly. Great location also. "
Canada
Charalambos
Emperador Vallarta Beachfront Hotel and Suites
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Where to stay in South Zone

Find the best South Zone areas for the activities you enjoy most.
Puerto Vallarta city Old town in the romantic zone

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.

Mexico, Jalisco, Aerial view of Playa Los Muertos, beach and pier in Puerto Vallarta

Emiliano Zapata

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

Beach in Puerto Vallarta Hotel Zone, Ocean View. Jalisco, Mexico

Hotel Zone

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

Celebrating the New Year in beautiful Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
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Amapas

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

Vista aerea Marina Vallarta, Puerto Vallarta Mexico

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.

Top South Zone Hotel Reviews

Barceló Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive

Barceló Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive

10/10 Excellent
"Really great place "
Andrew 10-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Barceló Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive

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 Garza Blanca Beach and Playa Gemelas while you're in the neighbourhood.
Where is the best place to stay in South Zone?
Based on Expedia customer reviews, Hotel Mousai Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive - Adults Only is the highest ranked property in South Zone. This hotel is a short 8-minute walk from Garza Blanca Beach, and it offers 4 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Other top choices in the neighbourhood include Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa - All Inclusive and Hotel Mousai Puerto Vallarta Adults Only.
How many hotels are there in South Zone?
Expedia has 412 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 Garza Blanca Beach, Playa Gemelas and Playa Mismaloya while you're in South Zone. Bay of Banderas and Playa Esmerelda are also a couple of places to visit in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around South Zone include Playa Palmares, Punta Negra Beach and Los Arcos. When you're sightseeing in Mismaloya, Vallarta Zoo and El Eden are also worth a stop.

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