Centro Ixtapa Travel Guide

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Popular places to visit

Malecon featuring night scenes, a coastal town and a sandy beach

Malecon

Sip coconut water, eat grilled fish and check out the shopping and entertainment at this beachside promenade.

Malecon
Playa de los Muertos

Playa de los Muertos

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Playa de los Muertos during your travels in Romantic Zone? Visit the shops and lively bars in this romantic area.

Playa de los Muertos
Playa Gemelas

Playa Gemelas

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.

Playa Gemelas
Los Arcos

Los Arcos

Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore Los Arcos, a lovely green space in Mismaloya. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this romantic area.

Los Arcos
Playa Mismaloya

Playa Mismaloya

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.

Playa Mismaloya
Camarones Beach

Camarones Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Camarones Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Puerto Vallarta. Stroll along the seaside or experience the area's art scene.

Camarones Beach

Activities

Hop On Hop Off Tour with Free Stops in Puerto Vallarta

Hop On Hop Off Tour with Free Stops in Puerto Vallarta

AU$36
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Hop On Hop Off Tour with Free Stops in Puerto Vallarta
Rhythms of the Night - Sunset Cruise, Dinner & Performance at Las Caletas

Rhythms of the Night - Sunset Cruise, Dinner & Performance at Las Caletas

AU$204
per traveller
88% of travellers recommend
Rhythms of the Night - Sunset Cruise, Dinner & Performance at Las Caletas
Puerto Vallarta City Highlights, Tequila and Coffee Factory

Puerto Vallarta City Highlights, Tequila and Coffee Factory

AU$29
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Puerto Vallarta City Highlights, Tequila and Coffee Factory
Puerto Vallarta: Hop-On-Hop-Off City Bus Tour

Puerto Vallarta: Hop-On-Hop-Off City Bus Tour

AU$36
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Puerto Vallarta: Hop-On-Hop-Off City Bus Tour
Aquaventuras Water Park Admission Tickets

Puerto Vallarta: Aquaventuras Water Park

AU$38
per adult
Puerto Vallarta: Aquaventuras Water Park
Limousine of The Sea 1

Mega Yacht ALL INCLUSIVE Yelapa Waterfall & Snorkeling Adventure

AU$204
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Mega Yacht ALL INCLUSIVE Yelapa Waterfall & Snorkeling Adventure
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Our pick of the best Centro Ixtapa Hotel Deals

Hotel Riu Palace Pacifico - Adults Only - All Inclusive

Hotel Riu Palace Pacifico - Adults Only - All Inclusive

4.5 out of 5
Av de los Cocoteros - Lote 2, Nuevo Vallarta, NAY
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury property in Nuevo Vallarta. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the bar in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,747 reviews)
"I really enjoyed my stay the front desk staff was extremely helpful. I wish I could remember their names. The food staff Monica and Caleb were so friendly and Joy at customer service desk. Everyone gave me such warm welcome home away from home and clean staff was excellent as well."

Reviewed on 1 Oct 2025

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Hotel Riu Palace Pacifico - Adults Only - All Inclusive
Hotel Riu Vallarta - All Inclusive

Hotel Riu Vallarta - All Inclusive

3.5 out of 5
Av. de los Cocoteros s/n, Lote LL-Cond-Maestro FI, Nuevo Vallarta, NAY
Stay at this 3.5-star beach property in Nuevo Vallarta. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in our ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (3,341 reviews)
"No comentaron que en el restaurantes no se hacía reservación en cambio en el steak house nos dijeron que se tenía que hacer reservación, al siguiente día de haber llegado en mi habitación no abastecieron el refrigerador y en dos restaurantes no nos comentaron que no se podía estar sentándose en una ..."

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025

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Hotel Riu Vallarta - All Inclusive
Delta Hotels by Marriott Riviera Nayarit, An All-Inclusive Resort

Delta Hotels by Marriott Riviera Nayarit, An All-Inclusive Resort

4 out of 5
Carr. La Cruz a Punta Mita km 0.2, La Cruz de Huanacaxtle, NAY
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$384 per night from 14 Oct to 15 Oct
AU$384
14 Oct - 15 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa property in La Cruz de Huanacaxtle. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 10 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,709 reviews)
"Great"

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025

Delta Hotels by Marriott Riviera Nayarit, An All-Inclusive Resort
Playa Los Arcos Hotel Beach Resort & Spa

Playa Los Arcos Hotel Beach Resort & Spa

4 out of 5
Olas Altas 380, Col. Emiliano Zapata, Puerto Vallarta, JAL
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Puerto Vallarta. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,160 reviews)
"This is my second time staying at Los Arcos. I love the area and how everything is walking distance. Hotel itself could probably use a remodel, but I don’t mind it at all! I’ll stay here again next year!"

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025

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Playa Los Arcos Hotel Beach Resort & Spa
Hotel Mio Vallarta - Adults Only

Hotel Mio Vallarta - Adults Only

3.5 out of 5
BLVD FRANCISCO MEDINA ASCENCIO 2179, Puerto Vallarta, JAL
The price is AU$151 per night from 3 Oct to 4 Oct
AU$151
3 Oct - 4 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Puerto Vallarta. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,186 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay at the Mio. We ate at the outdoor pool area almost every night and enjoyed the music and margarita's. The coconut shrimp was my favorite! The Mio staff was exceptional! We plan to come back!"

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025

Hotel Mio Vallarta - Adults Only
Hotel Tropicana - Near Olas Altas Street

Hotel Tropicana - Near Olas Altas Street

3 out of 5
Puerto Vallarta
The price is AU$116 per night from 7 Oct to 8 Oct
AU$116
7 Oct - 8 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star beach aparthotel in Puerto Vallarta. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the bar in our ...
7.8/10 Good! (2,647 reviews)
"The property is at a perfect Location. The amenities in the property are well maintained and right on the beach. 2 things are down in the property. The room that I stayed was out of date. Decor very old. Room is very spacious with a great size patio looking towards the sea. Other thing is even though ..."

Reviewed on 22 Sept 2025

Hotel Tropicana - Near Olas Altas Street
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Other neighbourhoods around Centro Ixtapa

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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.

Marina Vallarta
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Garza Blanca

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Garza Blanca and surrounding area, you can visit La Isla and Hotel Zone Beach.

Garza Blanca
Puerto Vallarta featuring rocky coastline, a sandy beach and surf

Fluvial Vallarta

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Fluvial Vallarta and surrounding area, you can visit Cruise Ship Terminal and La Isla.

Fluvial Vallarta
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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.

Hotel Zone
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Díaz Ordaz

While Díaz Ordaz may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Cruise Ship Terminal and Malecon.

Díaz Ordaz
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Versalles

While there might not be top attractions in Versalles, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Cruise Ship Terminal and Malecon.

Versalles

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