Title: Visit Mexican Riviera: Best of Mexican Riviera Tourism | Expedia Travel Guide - Expedia.com [Hotels in Mexican Riviera](https://expedia.com/Mexican-Riviera-Hotels.d553248635975749731.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in Mexican Riviera](https://expedia.com/Mexican-Riviera-Vacation-Rentals.d553248635975749731.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Flights to Mexican Riviera](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Mexican-Riviera.d553248635975749731.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Car Rentals in Mexican Riviera](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Mexican-Riviera.d553248635975749731.Car-Rental-Guide)[Mexican Riviera Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Mexican-Riviera.d553248635975749731.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Mexican Riviera ## Travel Guide ![Ancient Mayan city Tulum, Mexico](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635975749731/cefdd9fc-865a-4c68-95a2-4a4206174e45.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![We made it to Lands End ! This was my trip after winning the #beachbound @trover photo competition. Being from Florida it was so wonderful to experience the west coast! #CaboSanLucas #Mexico #TheArch #Baja #boat #springfun #RockOn](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/180032/b793f214-2c25-40a3-9a3e-d83c155427e6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The stone sleeping cabin. Spectacular place to cozy up for a night on the beach. Complete with wood for bonfire, solar power, stove for AM coffee, and waves crashing at your door. A most hidden gem, off the grid. About $150/night. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6250765/b32e9883-811d-4092-8b43-2b0cb937fbf4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![While kayaking in the waters off Isla Espiritu Santo, we passed this rock formation. What does it look like to you?](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6269425/fa51d158-90ef-475a-8479-9e7bc17bf835.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Lands End - El Arco de Cabo San Lucas. For $10 you can take a glass bottom boat ride to Los Arcos and the beaches. It can get VERY crowded so go early. Oh and you have to swim to board the boat beyond the crashing waves, so dont bring things that cannot get wet. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/180032/ad82ebae-2567-4991-b3a2-66503883a68b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Mexican Riviera Where to stay Things to do ### Where to stay in Mexican Riviera ![Puerto Vallarta city Old town in the romantic zone](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6051315/b8c54e51-b601-460b-ae36-99ef17df0a0d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Romantic Zone 4.5/5(1,587 area reviews) Playa de los Muertos and Bay of Banderas are just a few worthwhile attractions to visit in Romantic Zone. Travelers also love the stunning beaches, fantastic nightlife, and popular shops. [](https://expedia.com/Puerto-Vallarta-Romantic-Zone.dx6051315) ![Mexico, cruise ship vacation in Huatulco. Scenic beaches and ocean shore .](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976399702/e21b0eae-61c0-4e65-ace8-2a5f3e1a8415.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Sector L While there might not be top attractions in Sector L, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Chahue Beach and El Zócalo. [](https://expedia.com/Santa-Maria-Huatulco-L.dx553248635976399702) ![Zona Dorada featuring a sandy beach, mountains and general coastal views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6004339/0d19bff8-dd81-47bc-8486-234006b6c5a1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Zona Dorada 4/5(778 area reviews) Travelers to Zona Dorada praise its stunning beaches. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to make a stop by Punta Camaron Beach and Sea Shell City Museum. [](https://expedia.com/Mazatlan-Zona-Dorada.dx6004339) ![Sunrise over Puerto Penasco](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976398377/6f37d675-784d-4626-9590-056ee8302f82.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Sandy Beach 2/5(1 area review) If you're spending some time in Sandy Beach, Bonita Beach and Islands and Protected Areas of the Gulf of California are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.com/Puerto-Penasco-Sandy-Beach.dx553248635976398377) ![Great vacation place](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/180016/a420de18-343d-4a57-a6a3-5c9ff7bbcd9b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Emiliano Zapata If you're spending some time in Emiliano Zapata, Playa de los Muertos and Cuale Island are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.com/Puerto-Vallarta-Emiliano-Zapata.dx553248635976397891) ![Vista aerea Marina Vallarta, Puerto Vallarta Mexico](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/800118/541bb4fe-76ac-439f-adad-6d2e23bb9023.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Marina Vallarta 4.5/5(46 area reviews) A noteworthy feature of Marina Vallarta is its stunning beaches. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out El Faro Lighthouse and Marina Vallarta Golf Club. [](https://expedia.com/Puerto-Vallarta-Marina-Vallarta.dx800118) [See our Where To Stay guide](https://expedia.com/Mexican-Riviera.dx553248635975749731.Where-To-Stay?rfrr=TG.LP.Dest.Neighborhoods) - Mexican Riviera Hotel Deals - Vacation Rentals in Mexican Riviera ![Hotel Riu Santa Fe - All Inclusive](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1780000/1775300/1775300/1818b272_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Riu Santa Fe - All Inclusive Bahia Cabo san Lucas KM 4.5 Cabo San Lucas BCS Book a stay at this beach property in Cabo San Lucas. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (7,299 reviews) clean room Reviewed on Mar 24, 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F8%2F2026&endDate=4%2F9%2F2026&selected=1775300&PinnedHotelID=1775300&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975749731) [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F8%2F2026&endDate=4%2F9%2F2026&selected=1775300&PinnedHotelID=1775300&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975749731) ![Hotel Riu Palace Baja California - Adults Only - All Inclusive](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23990000/23985200/23985157/d5c5009e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Riu Palace Baja California - Adults Only - All Inclusive Camino Viejo a San José, Km 3.5 Cabo San Lucas BCS Book a stay at this luxury property in Cabo San Lucas. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (4,847 reviews) Perfect Reviewed on Mar 25, 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F8%2F2026&endDate=4%2F9%2F2026&selected=23985157&PinnedHotelID=23985157&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975749731) [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F8%2F2026&endDate=4%2F9%2F2026&selected=23985157&PinnedHotelID=23985157&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975749731) ![Hotel Riu Palace Cabo San Lucas - All Inclusive](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1150000/1143300/1143264/24ede436_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Riu Palace Cabo San Lucas - All Inclusive Camino Viejo a San Jose del Cabo Km 4.5 Cabo San Lucas BCS Book a stay at this beach property in Cabo San Lucas. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (5,287 reviews) Everyone was great & personable. Javiero a bar tender was very good, Funny & kept the spring breakers happy. My room was kept clean & the food was very good. Reviewed on Mar 24, 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F8%2F2026&endDate=4%2F9%2F2026&selected=1143264&PinnedHotelID=1143264&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975749731) [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F8%2F2026&endDate=4%2F9%2F2026&selected=1143264&PinnedHotelID=1143264&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975749731) [See all 34,480 properties in Mexican Riviera](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=3%2F26%2F2026&endDate=3%2F27%2F2026®ionId=553248635975749731) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![Hotel Tropicana - Near Olas Altas Street](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2040000/2038600/2038503/7abad147_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Tropicana - Near Olas Altas Street Puerto Vallarta Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Puerto Vallarta. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ... 8/10 Very Good! (3,036 reviews) Great hotel in a wonderful location. Reviewed on Mar 25, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Puerto-Vallarta-Hotels-Hotel-Tropicana.h2038503.Hotel-Information) ![Canto del Sol Puerto Vallarta All Inclusive](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/420000/415000/414902/7ab68f5c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Canto del Sol Puerto Vallarta All Inclusive Clemente Orozco 125 Puerto Vallarta Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Puerto Vallarta. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ... 7.6/10 Good! (3,494 reviews) All the staff was great, clean, most of the food was good Reviewed on Mar 24, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Puerto-Vallarta-Hotels-Canto-Del-Sol-Puerto-Vallarta-All-Inclusive.h414902.Hotel-Information) ![Costa Sur Resort & Spa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1210000/1200100/1200059/e3780bb3_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Costa Sur Resort & Spa Puerto Vallarta Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Puerto Vallarta. Enjoy free parking, 2 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ... 8/10 Very Good! (1,332 reviews) We love our stay at Costa Sur. The balcony over the water, friendly staff and beautiful breakfast every day. My daughter had fun in the pool playing volleyball and ping pong. We would definitely stay again. 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Additional terms may apply. ## Check Mexican Riviera hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975749731&startDate=2026-03-25&endDate=2026-03-26)[Mar 25 - Mar 26](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975749731&startDate=2026-03-25&endDate=2026-03-26) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975749731&startDate=2026-03-26&endDate=2026-03-27)[Mar 26 - Mar 27](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975749731&startDate=2026-03-26&endDate=2026-03-27) [This weekend ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975749731&startDate=3%2F27%2F2026&endDate=3%2F29%2F2026)[Mar 27 - Mar 29](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975749731&startDate=3%2F27%2F2026&endDate=3%2F29%2F2026) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975749731&startDate=4%2F3%2F2026&endDate=4%2F5%2F2026)[Apr 3 - Apr 5](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975749731&startDate=4%2F3%2F2026&endDate=4%2F5%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit ![Medano Beach which includes general coastal views and a sandy beach as well as a couple](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6150208/decfe1c0-e6a4-41bc-9aa4-4b1d47233e67.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Medano Beach A favorite among Cabo’s young revelers, this scenic beach stands out with its fun bars, watersports rentals and party atmosphere. [](https://expedia.com/Medano-Beach-Cabo-San-Lucas.d6150208.Vacation-Attraction) ![Nuevo Vallarta Beach featuring a beach and tropical scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6286239/4188ebba-14e4-4c88-812d-3385668a848b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Nuevo Vallarta Beach Choose from a variety of water sports, watch dramatic sunsets and, in the right season, spot nesting sea turtles and migrating whales at this beach on Banderas Bay. [](https://expedia.com/Nuevo-Vallarta-Beach-Nuevo-Nayarit.d6286239.Vacation-Attraction) ![Rosarito which includes a sandy beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6320105/2e09dea1-d21d-4a7a-901f-a3fcadd835d0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Rosarito Beach Experience the buzzing atmosphere of the resort city’s main beach and spend the day playing on the sandy shores, swimming or relaxing with an icy-cold drink. [](https://expedia.com/Rosarito-Beach-Centro-Playas.d6320105.Vacation-Attraction) ![Zicatela Beach which includes general coastal views and a beach bar](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6138538/b8081ae5-7ccc-4141-ae51-49dd7015de65.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Zicatela Beach Puerto Escondido’s liveliest beach offers attractions year-round with its big waves, international surf competitions, folk festivals and pulsating nightlife. [](https://expedia.com/Zicatela-Beach-Central-Zicatela.d6138538.Vacation-Attraction) ![Malecon showing night scenes, a coastal town and a sandy beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502420/7e323753-d8c6-4752-b9c2-4785c9e94fb3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Malecon Sip coconut water, eat grilled fish and check out the shopping and entertainment at this beachside promenade. [](https://expedia.com/Malecon-Downtown-Puerto-Vallarta.d502420.Vacation-Attraction) ![San Lucas Bay showing general coastal views and a sandy beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6223076/bb677fff-0246-4622-88de-718730a77092.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cabo San Lucas Bay Glass-bottom boats take vacationers around the picturesque coastline of this gorgeous bay, where you can participate in diving and whale watching. 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