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Our top choices for Playa Esmerelda 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, 0.7 km from Playa Esmerelda
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Staff was exceptional. Food was best all inclusive we have stayed at. Rooms clean and service excellent. "
United States
Sharla Raelene
The price is AU$827
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan
Hotel Mousai Puerto Vallarta Adults Only
3 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa

Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa
5.0 star property
South Zone, 0.6 km from Playa Esmerelda
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 AU$840
includes taxes & fees
21 Jan - 22 Jan
Garza Blanca Preserve 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, 2.8 km from Playa Esmerelda
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,179 reviews)
"Great hotel "
United States
jesse
The price is AU$822
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan
Hilton Vallarta Riviera All-Inclusive Resort, Puerto Vallarta
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, 3.2 km from Playa Esmerelda
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,286 reviews)
"Staff so friendly "
United States
Victor Mauricio Estrada
The price is AU$238
includes taxes & fees
9 Feb - 10 Feb
Costa Sur Resort & Spa
Exterior

Hotel Casa Iguana Mismaloya

Hotel Casa Iguana Mismaloya
3.5 star property
South Zone, 2.9 km from Playa Esmerelda
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,003 reviews)
"Wonderful stay "
Canada
Lourdes
The price is AU$132
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan
Hotel Casa Iguana Mismaloya
Aerial view

Barceló Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive

Barceló Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive
4.0 star property
South Zone, 3.1 km from Playa Esmerelda
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (3,047 reviews)
"We had a great stay"
United States
Brian A
The price is AU$517
includes taxes & fees
28 Jan - 29 Jan
Barceló Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive
Private beach, snorkelling, kayaking

Costa Sur Resort, Classico Collection By Sonesta

Costa Sur Resort, Classico Collection By Sonesta
5.0 star property
South Zone, 3.1 km from Playa Esmerelda
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (120 reviews)
"Hotel "
Canada
Derek
The price is AU$190
includes taxes & fees
27 Jan - 28 Jan
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, 0.6 km from Playa Esmerelda
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,004 reviews)
"The room was clean and the staff courteous. "
United States
John G
The price is AU$458
includes taxes & fees
8 Feb - 9 Feb
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, 0.7 km from Playa Esmerelda
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (172 reviews)
"This was my 6th or 7th time at Mousai/Garza Blanca and it's perfect. Love everything about this place, staff is always helpful and nice."
United States
Levon
The price is AU$1,213
includes taxes & fees
21 Jan - 22 Jan
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, 0.6 km from Playa Esmerelda
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (711 reviews)
"Amazing staff and food. a lot of construction going on otherwise very pleasant!"
United States
Darrin
The price is AU$1,250
includes taxes & fees
21 Jan - 22 Jan
Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa - All Inclusive
Luxury Penthouse, 2 Bedrooms, Tower

Villa Divina Luxury Boutique – Adults Only

Villa Divina Luxury Boutique – Adults Only
4.0 star property
Conchas Chinas, 4.9 km from Playa Esmerelda
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (229 reviews)
"The staff was very accommodating and friendly and the room was nice with a spectacular view. "
United States
Richard
The price is AU$701
includes taxes & fees
21 Jan - 22 Jan
Villa Divina Luxury Boutique – Adults Only
Outdoor pool

River Park Hotel

River Park Hotel
4.0 star property
7.6 km from Playa Esmerelda
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (9 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
Edward
The price is AU$197
includes taxes & fees
1 Feb - 2 Feb
River Park Hotel
Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Tres Marias Luxury Suites - Adults Only

Tres Marias Luxury Suites - Adults Only
3.5 star property
Emiliano Zapata, 6.9 km from Playa Esmerelda
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (43 reviews)
"Great location private very nice beds"
Canada
Christopher
The price is AU$348
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan
Tres Marias Luxury Suites - Adults Only
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Hotel Boutique Luxury Patio Azul

Hotel Boutique Luxury Patio Azul
4.0 star property
Conchas Chinas, 5.1 km from Playa Esmerelda
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (535 reviews)
"Overall nice hotel and friendly staff. Each room had a theme so that was cool to see. "
United States
Ilana
The price is AU$216
includes taxes & fees
15 Feb - 16 Feb
Hotel Boutique Luxury Patio Azul
Garden

Marcela Resort & Spa

Marcela Resort & Spa
4.0 star property
Amapas, 6.2 km from Playa Esmerelda
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (95 reviews)
"Everything was awesome "
United States
Michael
The price is AU$424
includes taxes & fees
3 Feb - 4 Feb
Marcela Resort & Spa
Exercise/lap pool

Hacienda San Angel

Hacienda San Angel
4.0 star property
Downtown Puerto Vallarta, 7.2 km from Playa Esmerelda
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (150 reviews)
"Beautiful property with amazing service."
United States
Gwyneth
The price is AU$676
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan
Hacienda San Angel
Design Penthouse, 2 Bedrooms | Terrace/patio

Spanish Moon

Spanish Moon
2.0 star property
Emiliano Zapata, 7.3 km from Playa Esmerelda
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (52 reviews)
"Lovely room in a quiet but central location about 15 minutes from the beach and midway between Zona Romántica and Malecón. Kind and helpful staff with very easy check in and check out!"
United States
Sam
The price is AU$171
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan
Spanish Moon
Deluxe Villa, 3 Bedrooms, Ocean View (Vida Alta) | Living area

Quinta Maria Cortez Beach Hotel

Quinta Maria Cortez Beach Hotel
4.0 star property
Conchas Chinas, 5.1 km from Playa Esmerelda
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (183 reviews)
"Great location, right on a quiet corner of the beach. Food is good, staff is friendly."
United Kingdom
Barbara
The price is AU$401
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan
Quinta Maria Cortez Beach Hotel
KATHARINA SUITE | Bathroom

Casa Kimberly - Near Malecon

Casa Kimberly - Near Malecon
3.5 star property
Downtown Puerto Vallarta, 7.2 km from Playa Esmerelda
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (94 reviews)
"Amazing experience. Excellent service with delicious food options "
Canada
Michael
The price is AU$1,234
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan
Casa Kimberly - Near Malecon
Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View (Petite Oceanview King)

The Tryst Puerto Vallarta LGBT Hotel

The Tryst Puerto Vallarta LGBT Hotel
4.5 star property
Amapas, 6.3 km from Playa Esmerelda
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (135 reviews)
"Rooms were cleans, staff was amazing and the food was really good! "
United States
Megan
The price is AU$559
includes taxes & fees
2 Feb - 3 Feb
The Tryst Puerto Vallarta LGBT Hotel
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Top Playa Esmerelda Hotel Reviews

Hotel Mousai Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive - Adults Only

Hotel Mousai Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive - Adults Only

10/10 Excellent
"This was my 6th or 7th time at Mousai/Garza Blanca and it's perfect. Love everything about this place, staff is always helpful and nice."
Levon 2-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Hotel Mousai Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive - Adults Only

Hotels near other Playa Esmerelda attractions

Garza Blanca Beach in Puerto Vallarta Mexico

Garza Blanca Beach

4.3/5 (869 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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Aerial view of Las Gemelas beach in Puerto Vallarta Mexico

Playa Gemelas

4.2/5 (637 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 lively bars.
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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 163 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
Where is the best place to stay close to Playa Esmerelda?
Grand Park Royal Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this resort offers 2 outdoor pools and a private beach. It's located just a short 0.3 mi (0.6 km) from Playa Esmerelda. Other good options close by include Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa - All Inclusive and Hotel Mousai Puerto Vallarta Adults Only.
How many hotels are there near Playa Esmerelda?
Expedia has 163 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.