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An infinity pool with white lounge chairs and umbrellas, overlooking a clear blue sea and distant mountains.

A luxurious indoor pool area with clear views of the ocean, comfortable seating, and elegant decor.

Two people sitting on patterned bean bags with a view of a coastal cityscape and mountains during sunset.

A beachfront hotel with multiple balconies, a sandy beach with umbrellas, and a mountainous backdrop.

1. Hotel Mousai Puerto Vallarta Adults Only

South Zone, 0.7 km from Playa Esmerelda

Ana

₹47,032

₹56,908 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Sept - 3 Sept

A resort pool area with lounge chairs, umbrellas, and palm trees.

A spacious lobby with a large seating area, a kitchen in the background, and a view of the sea and mountains through large windows.

A spa area with two hot tubs, seating, and a view of the sea.

A resort with a swimming pool, beach, and ocean view.

2. Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa

South Zone, 0.6 km from Playa Esmerelda

Cynthia

₹30,584

₹37,006 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Sept - 13 Sept

A resort with a large building, a swimming pool, and a view of the sea.

A hotel with multiple swimming pools, beachside lounge areas, and a view of the ocean.

A hotel with a beachfront location, surrounded by mountains, and featuring a pool area.

A spacious lobby with a central seating area, large windows with a view, and a distinctive ceiling design.

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

South Zone, 2.8 km from Playa Esmerelda

YANN

₹34,608

₹41,876 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A thatched-roof building with a geometric interior structure, surrounded by tropical plants.

A balcony with a view of a pool, surrounded by palm trees and greenery.

A dining area with wooden tables and white chairs, a bookshelf in the background, and various dishes and drinks on the tables.

A multi-story building with balconies, surrounded by palm trees and vegetation.

4. Hotel Casa Iguana Mismaloya

South Zone, 2.9 km from Playa Esmerelda

Janelle

₹5,821

₹7,043 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Sept - 3 Sept

An aerial view of a resort with multiple swimming pools, palm trees, and beach access.

A table set with a lobster dish, wine glasses, and a view of the sea.

A resort with multiple swimming pools, palm trees, and a beach area.

A resort with multiple buildings, a beach, and a pool area surrounded by palm trees.

5. Barceló Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive

South Zone, 3.1 km from Playa Esmerelda

Elizabeth Garcia

₹17,780

₹21,514 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A beach with clear turquoise water, a rocky breakwater, and a person paddleboarding.

A pool area with clear blue water, surrounded by lounge chairs and umbrellas, with a view of the ocean and a rocky shoreline.

A balcony with a glass railing overlooking a rocky shoreline and the sea. There is a table with chairs and a glass top, and a small plant on the table.

A beachside bar with a thatched roof, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.

6. Costa Sur All Inclusive Classico Collection by Sonesta

South Zone, 3.1 km from Playa Esmerelda

elizabeth

₹20,748

₹25,314 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A beachside view with clear waters, a palm tree, and a row of sun loungers along the shore.

A coastal hotel with multiple floors, a beachside location, and a view of the sea and mountains.

A table with plates of food, a cup of coffee, and a glass of juice on a deck with a view of the ocean and rocks.

A resort with a large pool, lounge chairs, and a view of the ocean.

7. Costa Sur All Inclusive Resort

South Zone, 3.2 km from Playa Esmerelda

AnA

₹18,538

₹22,431 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Sept - 3 Sept

A resort with a large swimming pool, beachside lounge chairs, and a hotel building with multiple balconies.

A balcony with a view of turquoise waters and a boat.

A modern hotel lobby with a wooden floor, a reception desk, and a view of the sea.

A modern spa room with multiple beds, large potted plants, and a skylight.

8. Grand Park Royal Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive

South Zone, 0.6 km from Playa Esmerelda

iris

₹20,387

₹24,669 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A bed with a canopy, a wall with colorful artwork, a nightstand with a lamp, and a window with a view.

9. Casa ANTAHKARANA

3 km from Playa Esmerelda

₹2,760

₹3,340 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Sept - 16 Sept

A resort pool area with a wooden deck, lounge chairs, and a building with a dome roof.

A spacious living area with a large window overlooking a scenic view, a modern chandelier, and contemporary furniture.

An aerial view of a coastal resort with multiple high-rise buildings, a beach, and clear turquoise waters.

10. Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa - All Inclusive

South Zone, 0.6 km from Playa Esmerelda

Paul

₹55,530

₹67,191 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Sept - 4 Sept

A woman sitting by a pool with a fruit and drink tray beside her.

A coastal resort with multiple high-rise buildings, a beach, and lush green hills in the background.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sitting area, a vanity with mirrors, and a view of the ocean.

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

South Zone, 0.7 km from Playa Esmerelda

Kim

₹70,435

₹85,226 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Sept - 4 Sept

A swimming pool with people, surrounded by lush greenery and hills.

A hotel with a red roof, surrounded by lush green mountains and a winding road.

A balcony with a view of a lush green valley and mountains.

A modern lobby with a wooden table, a white cushioned chair, and a potted plant.

12. River Park Hotel

7.6 km from Playa Esmerelda

Edward

₹9,210

₹11,433 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Sept - 4 Sept

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a fire pit, and potted plants.

A blue and white interior with a curved staircase, marble flooring, and shelves with decorative items.

A modern living room with a beige sofa, a black sofa, and a coffee table. There is a large painting of a rose on the wall, and a potted plant in the corner.

13. Casa Chevere

Alta Vista, 6.8 km from Playa Esmerelda

Jorge

₹9,808

₹11,867 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Sept - 6 Sept

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, potted plants, and a view of the cityscape at night.

A reception desk with a marble counter, a clock, a computer monitor, and a potted plant.

A restaurant with stone walls, indoor plants, and a variety of seating arrangements.

A street with multi-story buildings, a red car parked on the side, and a woman sitting on a bench.

14. Hotel Porto Allegro - Near Malecon

Downtown Puerto Vallarta, 7 km from Playa Esmerelda

Yolanda

₹5,541

₹6,705 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Sept - 24 Sept

A multi-story hotel with balconies, a pool, and a view of the ocean.

A hotel room with two beds, a large window with a view of greenery, and a small table.

15. AlilaHolidays at Avalon Condominiums

Amapas, 6.1 km from Playa Esmerelda

₹62,924

₹76,475 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A terrace with wooden lounge chairs and potted plants, overlooking a residential area with buildings and a clear sky.

A living room with a sofa, a wooden coffee table, a desk with a chair, and a potted plant.

A spacious living room with a sofa, a TV mounted on the wall, a ceiling fan, and a view through a large window.

A compact kitchen with a refrigerator, a water dispenser, and a tiled backsplash.

16. Spanish Moon

Emiliano Zapata, 7.3 km from Playa Esmerelda

Roy

₹4,576

₹5,536 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A pool with a checkered pattern, palm trees, and a balcony with chairs and tables.

A room with a large window, a balcony, and a view of a hillside.

A room with a bed, a balcony with a view of a hillside, and a dining area with outdoor furniture.

A multi-level interior with a balcony, a chandelier, and a view of the outdoors.

17. Rivera del Rio Boutique Hotel

Emiliano Zapata, 7.2 km from Playa Esmerelda

Coleen

₹6,091

₹7,690 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

A hotel atrium with a central fountain surrounded by potted plants and white chairs.

Hotel Posada de Roger with a traditional facade, a tiled roof, and balconies with potted plants.

A restaurant interior with tropical murals, wooden furniture, and hanging pendant lights.

A swimming pool with blue and white striped lounge chairs and a blue umbrella.

18. Hotel Posada de Roger - Near Los Muertos Beach

Emiliano Zapata, 6.6 km from Playa Esmerelda

Jose Adanilson Zavala

₹4,761

₹5,824 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Sept - 3 Sept

A coastal bridge connecting a peninsula to a mainland, with a beach and resort buildings on the mainland.

A woman in a white swimsuit standing in a swimming pool with a tiled edge and a metal handrail.

A room with a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a view of the city skyline and a sunset.

A bar with a long wooden table and multiple chairs, surrounded by shelves of bottles and glasses.

19. Casa Maria Hotel Boutique & Gallery - Adults Only

Emiliano Zapata, 6.5 km from Playa Esmerelda

Alexis

₹12,231

₹14,799 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A courtyard with a mural, outdoor seating, and a staircase.

An aerial view of a coastal city with a beach, numerous buildings, and a prominent pier structure.

A lounge area with a mural, lounge chairs, and a staircase.

A building with a balcony, potted plants, and flags.

20. ZonaZ Boutique Hotel

Amapas, 6.3 km from Playa Esmerelda

Ryan

₹7,150

₹9,388 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Sept - 3 Sept

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Compare popular hotels close to Playa Esmerelda

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Hotel Mousai Puerto Vallarta Adults Only	9.4 Exceptional 1,003 reviews	View
Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa	9.0 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View
Hilton Vallarta Riviera All-Inclusive Resort, Puerto Vallarta	8.8 Excellent 1,317 reviews	View
Hotel Casa Iguana Mismaloya	8.2 Very good 1,000 reviews	View
Barceló Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive	8.2 Very good 3,025 reviews	View

Top Playa Esmerelda Hotel Reviews

Blue Chairs Beachfront Resort Puerto Vallarta Mexico - Adults Only

10/10 Excellent

"Staff very friendly. Wifi not so good."

Playa Los Arcos Hotel Beach Resort & Spa

8/10 Good

"I think that hotel it self can be upgrades and the rooms do need more better equipen ti had to call them to fix the ac and apperantly they did but it was the same problem wouldn’t cool it felt like a fan . The pool was nice but the families need to teach their kids to not how to used the rest room if they want to urinate out of the pool"

Barceló Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive

10/10 Excellent

"Really nice and clean room an big suite"

Hilton Vallarta Riviera All-Inclusive Resort, Puerto Vallarta

10/10 Excellent

"Urgente cambien las Sombrillas de la Playa y los camastros. Todo está muy deteriorado. Las cortinas del buffet y habitaciones muy viejas. El a/c ruidoso y a veces no enfriaba. Comento esto para q el Hotel no pierda su majestuosidad del 2019."

Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa - All Inclusive

10/10 Excellent

"Great resort, great staff and great beach view. This place has the best sunset view from hotel room and restaurant."

Quinta Maria Cortez Beach Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Place is very safe, nice and quiet. Jerry provide us excellent customer service making sure we had everything we needed. Beach view was beautiful and near my room."

Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa

10/10 Excellent

"Very nice property"

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 !"

Costa Sur All Inclusive Resort

8/10 Good

"I hope the ping pong table and otter activities last longer for the public"

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A coastal resort with a beach, clear blue waters, and lush green hills in the background.

Garza Blanca Beach

8.6/10 (1,243 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 top-notch restaurants.

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A coastal resort with beachfront hotels, a sandy beach, and clear turquoise waters.

Playa Gemelas

8.6/10 (1,402 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 top-notch restaurants.

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A beach with clear turquoise waters, a sandy shore, and palm trees.

Playa Palmares

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Playa Palmares during your trip to Puerto Vallarta? Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area or visit its lively bars.

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A coastal landscape with clear turquoise waters, rocky formations, and boats.

Los Arcos

9.0/10 (8,219 reviews)

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.

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Zebras in a sandy enclosure with a rocky border.

Vallarta Zoo

7.4/10 (507 reviews)

Visit the animals who live at Vallarta Zoo during your trip to Mismaloya. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the beautiful sunsets in this romantic area.

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A beach with thatched-roof huts, palm trees, and boats.

Playa Mismaloya

8.6/10 (3,083 reviews)

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.

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Punta Negra Beach

9.4/10 (6 reviews)

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Punta Negra Beach during your trip to South Zone? Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area or visit its lively bars.

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El Eden

8.4/10 (911 reviews)

Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore El Eden, a lovely green space in Puerto Vallarta. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

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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 159 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to Playa Esmerelda?

Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa - All Inclusive is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this property offers 3 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. It's located just a short 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Playa Esmerelda. Other good options close by include Hotel Mousai Puerto Vallarta Adults Only and Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa.

How many hotels are there near Playa Esmerelda?

Expedia has 159 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.

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Our top choices for Playa Esmerelda hotels

1. Hotel Mousai Puerto Vallarta Adults Only

2. Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa

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

4. Hotel Casa Iguana Mismaloya

5. Barceló Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive

6. Costa Sur All Inclusive Classico Collection by Sonesta

7. Costa Sur All Inclusive Resort

8. Grand Park Royal Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive

9. Casa ANTAHKARANA

10. Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa - All Inclusive

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

12. River Park Hotel

13. Casa Chevere

14. Hotel Porto Allegro - Near Malecon

15. AlilaHolidays at Avalon Condominiums

16. Spanish Moon

17. Rivera del Rio Boutique Hotel

18. Hotel Posada de Roger - Near Los Muertos Beach

19. Casa Maria Hotel Boutique & Gallery - Adults Only

20. ZonaZ Boutique Hotel

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Top Playa Esmerelda Hotel Reviews

Blue Chairs Beachfront Resort Puerto Vallarta Mexico - Adults Only

Playa Los Arcos Hotel Beach Resort & Spa

Barceló Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive

Hilton Vallarta Riviera All-Inclusive Resort, Puerto Vallarta

Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa - All Inclusive

Quinta Maria Cortez Beach Hotel

Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa

Hotel Casa Iguana Mismaloya

Costa Sur All Inclusive Resort

Other attractions near Playa Esmerelda

Garza Blanca Beach

Playa Gemelas

Playa Palmares

Los Arcos

Vallarta Zoo

Playa Mismaloya

Punta Negra Beach

El Eden

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