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

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

A resort with multiple buildings, a pool area, and a beach.

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

1. Hotel Mousai Puerto Vallarta Adults Only

South Zone, 0.7 km from Playa Esmerelda

Belinda

₹32,111

₹38,855 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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

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

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.

2. Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa

South Zone, 0.6 km from Playa Esmerelda

Cynthia

₹26,762

₹32,382 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A balcony with wicker chairs and red cushions, overlooking a beach with rocky formations and clear blue water.

A pool with clear blue water, a sandy beach, and a rocky outcrop in the sea.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a TV, a dining area with chairs and a table, and a balcony with a view of the ocean.

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

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

South Zone, 2.8 km from Playa Esmerelda

Vernon

₹23,215

₹28,090 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

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

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

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

A resort with a swimming pool, lush greenery, and a multi-story building with balconies.

4. Hotel Casa Iguana Mismaloya

South Zone, 2.9 km from Playa Esmerelda

Janelle

₹4,483

₹5,380 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

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

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

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

A modern living room with a large TV, comfortable seating, a ceiling fan, and a view of the ocean.

5. Costa Sur All Inclusive Resort

South Zone, 3.2 km from Playa Esmerelda

AnA

₹16,498

₹20,526 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

A modern living room with wicker furniture, a glass coffee table, and a view of the sea.

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

₹21,292

₹25,957 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A dining table with a bottle of champagne, two glasses, and a plate of chocolate-covered strawberries.

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

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

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

7. Barceló Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive

South Zone, 3.1 km from Playa Esmerelda

Oui

₹19,424

₹23,503 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

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

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

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

A beach with a sandy shore, calm water, and a forested area with buildings in the background.

8. Grand Park Royal Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive

South Zone, 0.6 km from Playa Esmerelda

Eric

₹17,024

₹21,331 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A kitchen with a green countertop, a red water dispenser, and a white blender. There are hanging labels for 'ALEGRIA' and 'NUTRITION'.

A bedroom with a bed, a window, a door, and a nightstand with a vase.

A courtyard with a glass table, red steps, and a white building with green windows.

A two-story building with a balcony, potted plants, and a small garden area.

9. Casa ANTAHKARANA

3 km from Playa Esmerelda

₹1,806

₹2,185 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

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

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

A spacious living area with a glass-top coffee table, colorful chairs, and a view of the ocean.

10. Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa - All Inclusive

South Zone, 0.6 km from Playa Esmerelda

ANABID

₹44,064

₹53,317 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

Scott

₹47,725

₹57,747 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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

A breakfast table with fruit, coffee, and a view of mountains.

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

A spacious indoor area with stone pillars, comfortable seating, and large windows offering a view of greenery.

12. River Park Hotel

7.6 km from Playa Esmerelda

Edward

₹9,717

₹11,757 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

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

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

An elevator with a metallic finish, flanked by a stone wall and a tiled wall with a staircase leading up.

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

13. Hotel Porto Allegro - Near Malecon

Downtown Puerto Vallarta, 7 km from Playa Esmerelda

Mary E

₹5,097

₹6,167 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A wooden deck with a view of the sea, a pool, and lounge chairs.

A tropical resort with thatched-roof structures, hanging wicker baskets, and lush greenery.

A hammock, wooden bench, and hanging light fixture in a room with a view of a forest and water.

A spa area with a hot tub, wooden ceiling, and a view of a bedroom with a bed and a TV.

14. Villa Lala Boutique Hotel Adults Only

6.4 km from Playa Esmerelda

Muhammad Faran

₹18,537

₹22,430 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

A swimming pool with a view of a town and a clock tower.

A lobby with a round black table, wooden benches, potted plants, and a large mirror.

A bedroom with a bed, a desk, and a window with a view of buildings.

15. Tres Marias Luxury Suites - Adults Only

Emiliano Zapata, 6.9 km from Playa Esmerelda

Bruce

₹8,368

₹10,125 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

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

A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, a ceiling fan, a window, and an air conditioning unit.

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.

16. Casa Chevere

Alta Vista, 6.8 km from Playa Esmerelda

Jorge

₹9,021

₹10,915 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

A spacious indoor swimming pool with a view of a cityscape through open windows.

A balcony with a round table and wicker chairs, overlooking a cityscape with mountains in the background.

A poolside area with a clear view of the pool, a staircase, and a balcony with a railing.

An ornate hallway with a chandelier, a patterned ceiling, and a statue of a dog.

17. Casa Kimberly - Near Malecon

Downtown Puerto Vallarta, 7.2 km from Playa Esmerelda

Teilyn

₹29,486

₹38,100 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

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

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

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

18. Spanish Moon

Emiliano Zapata, 7.3 km from Playa Esmerelda

Roy

₹6,950

₹8,409 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

A pool area with a long, narrow pool, surrounded by seating and columns, and a warm, inviting atmosphere.

A staircase with blue and white patterned steps leading up to a garden area with a brick wall on the left.

A traditional interior with a stone floor, wooden furniture, and religious artwork.

A well-lit courtyard with a stone pathway, lush greenery, and a fountain.

19. Hacienda San Angel

Downtown Puerto Vallarta, 7.2 km from Playa Esmerelda

Valerie

₹25,665

₹32,608 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

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

A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a small desk with a lamp, a chair, and a view of the outdoors.

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

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

20. ZonaZ Boutique Hotel

Amapas, 6.3 km from Playa Esmerelda

Ryan

₹5,946

₹7,807 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

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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 1,000 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 1,318 reviews	View
Hotel Casa Iguana Mismaloya	8.2 Very good 1,000 reviews	View
Costa Sur All Inclusive Resort	8.2 Very good 1,388 reviews	View

Top Playa Esmerelda Hotel Reviews

Hotel Tropicana - Near Olas Altas Street

8/10 Good

"We only stayed one night in Puerto Vallarta before heading to Nuevo Vallarta. The Tropicana was nice, we booked a superior room withe pool view but to our surprise was also a partial ocean view. We did not use the pool since it was raining that evening. We look forward to staying there again for a longer stay in the future since we loved how close the hotel is to the ocean."

Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa

10/10 Excellent

"Everything"

Barceló Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive

8/10 Good

"It was a really beautiful resort in a really beautiful area. I think it lacks information on restaurants and entertainment. I found as a foreigner it was better accustomed to the locals. Which is nice to see but I have been at far cheaper resorts with much better entertainment."

Hyatt Ziva Puerto Vallarta - All-inclusive

10/10 Excellent

"I definitely recommend it Everybody was very friendly."

Blue Chairs Beachfront Resort Puerto Vallarta Mexico - Adults Only

10/10 Excellent

"Room was clean and well maintained. Staff was very attentive. Beach club staff very professional. Especially amen a hurricane was coming, the staff made sure all guests were taken care of... fed and had emergency supplies."

Hotel Mousai Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive - Adults Only

10/10 Excellent

"Had a wonderful 8 night stay at Hotel Mousai. From the moment you arrive, you feel pampered and taken care of. I’d highly recommend this property to anyone looking for a relaxing escape in Puerto Vallarta."

Hotel Casa Iguana Mismaloya

10/10 Excellent

"I stayed for 18 days this time with different members of my family coming during my visit. We absolutely love this place. The staff are all kind and friendly . They are like family to me. The rooms and walkways are kept so clean and the grounds are maintained beautifully. We enjoy especially the Aguachile and Arrachera from the restaurant. The hamburgers are so much better than home. The beach is just a few minutes walk away with some tiendas up the street and an OXXO nearly in the lobby. If you want to take the bus into PV it will cost you about 11 pesos and the last one leaves about 10:15 to return to Mismaloya. I am looking forward to returning soon!"

Costa Sur All Inclusive Classico Collection by Sonesta

10/10 Excellent

"We love this hotel and have stayed here three times. We deeply regret their decision to become an all inclusive this Spring. Puerto Vallarta is a great place to go out to eat and enjoy the town, we are not interested in staying in the hotel all the time or paying for food we wont eat. I hope they reconsider this decision, we would return if they did."

Barcelo Puerto Vallarta All Inclusive

10/10 Excellent

"Great location! Nice food! Very friendly stuff "

Other attractions near Playa Esmerelda

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 lively bars.

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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 seaside in this relaxing area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

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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 relaxing 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 family-friendly 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 marina in this relaxing 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 149 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

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

Hotel Mousai Puerto Vallarta Adults Only is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this resort offers 4 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. It's located just a short 0.5 mi (0.7 km) from Playa Esmerelda. Other good options close by include Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa and Grand Park Royal Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive.

How many hotels are there near Playa Esmerelda?

Expedia has 149 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. Costa Sur All Inclusive Resort

6. Costa Sur All Inclusive Classico Collection by Sonesta

7. Barceló Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive

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. Hotel Porto Allegro - Near Malecon

14. Villa Lala Boutique Hotel Adults Only

15. Tres Marias Luxury Suites - Adults Only

16. Casa Chevere

17. Casa Kimberly - Near Malecon

18. Spanish Moon

19. Hacienda San Angel

20. ZonaZ Boutique Hotel

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Top Playa Esmerelda Hotel Reviews

Hotel Tropicana - Near Olas Altas Street

Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa

Barceló Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive

Hyatt Ziva Puerto Vallarta - All-inclusive

Blue Chairs Beachfront Resort Puerto Vallarta Mexico - Adults Only

Hotel Mousai Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive - Adults Only

Hotel Casa Iguana Mismaloya

Costa Sur All Inclusive Classico Collection by Sonesta

Barcelo Puerto Vallarta All Inclusive

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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