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

3/5(1 review)

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Playa de los Muertos during your travels in Romantic Zone? Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants 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

4/5(2 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.

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
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$259
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Mega Yacht ALL INCLUSIVE Yelapa Waterfall & Snorkeling Adventure
Paddleboard and Snorkeling Experience in Los Arcos

Paddleboard and Snorkeling Experience in Los Arcos

AU$91
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Paddleboard and Snorkeling Experience in Los Arcos
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Our pick of the best Centro Ixtapa Hotel Deals

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! (3,389 reviews)
"My room was well maintained every day! No issues, she knew what time I went for breakfast and in the hour I was gone, when I came back , I was good for the day! 😀"

Reviewed on 12 Oct 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
The price is AU$390 per night from 29 Oct to 30 Oct
AU$390
29 Oct - 30 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! (1,720 reviews)
"The entire experience was amazing, only one catch if you booked all inclusive expect to starve for lunch because it's not buffet rather than just a very limited menu , here they could do better but the rest of meals was good and pleasant stay."

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025

Delta Hotels by Marriott Riviera Nayarit, An All-Inclusive Resort
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! (3,806 reviews)
"Everything was amazing! Perfect girls trip!"

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025

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

Barceló Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive

4 out of 5
Km 11.5 Zona Hotelera Sur, Puerto Vallarta
The price is AU$443 per night from 22 Oct to 23 Oct
AU$443
22 Oct - 23 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach property in Puerto Vallarta. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 4 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,912 reviews)
"Very friendly staff nice spacious room delicious food"

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025

Barceló Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive
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$137 per night from 27 Oct to 28 Oct
AU$137
27 Oct - 28 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! (2,187 reviews)
"Loved my stay & it’s in the perfect part of town to get out & walk around to see the city!"

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

Hotel Mio Vallarta - Adults Only
Dreams Bahia Mita Surf & Spa - All Inclusive

Dreams Bahia Mita Surf & Spa - All Inclusive

4.5 out of 5
Carretera Cruz de Huanacaxtle, Punta de Mita, NAY
The price is AU$569 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
AU$569
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury property in Punta de Mita. Enjoy free WiFi, free valet parking, and 7 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (884 reviews)
"Great staff!"

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

Dreams Bahia Mita Surf & Spa - All Inclusive
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Other neighbourhoods around Centro Ixtapa

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Área Militar de Vallarta

If you're spending some time in Área Militar de Vallarta, Winclub Casino Platinum and Marina Vallarta Golf Club are top sights worth seeing.

Área Militar de Vallarta
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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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