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Compare 7,713 hotels close to Playa Esmerelda with room rates, reviews, and availability. Most hotels are fully refundable.

4 outdoor pools, free cabanas, pool umbrellas
Hotel Mousai Puerto Vallarta Adults Only

Hotel Mousai Puerto Vallarta Adults Only

5.0 star property
South Zone, 0.4 mi from Playa Esmerelda
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1000)
"I loved our stay at this hotel. So spotless, so impressive from the moment we arrived. Staff was very personable and professional. We felt VIP our entire stay"
United States
Raymond
$385 nightly
The price is $462
Dec 16 - Dec 17
Total with taxes and fees
Hotel Mousai Puerto Vallarta Adults Only
3 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa

Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa

5.0 star property
South Zone, 0.4 mi from Playa Esmerelda
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1002)
"The property and staff were exceptional. We couldn’t have asked for a better stay!"
United States
Amy
$417 nightly
The price is $505
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa
Indoor pool, 2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Grand Park Royal Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive

Grand Park Royal Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive

4.0 star property
South Zone, 0.3 mi from Playa Esmerelda
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1005)
"Great location, nice clean room, excellent staff and service!"
United States
Denise
$288 nightly
The price is $345
Dec 7 - Dec 8
Total with taxes and fees
Grand Park Royal Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive
On the beach, beach umbrellas, beach towels, beach yoga
Hilton Vallarta Riviera All-Inclusive Resort, Puerto Vallarta

Hilton Vallarta Riviera All-Inclusive Resort, Puerto Vallarta

4.5 star property
South Zone, 1.7 mi from Playa Esmerelda
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1131)
"The staff was amazing. Everyone was very friendly, incredibly attentive "
United States
Benim
$342 nightly
The price is $410
Dec 7 - Dec 8
Total with taxes and fees
Hilton Vallarta Riviera All-Inclusive Resort, Puerto Vallarta
Reception
Hotel Casa Iguana Mismaloya

Hotel Casa Iguana Mismaloya

3.5 star property
South Zone, 1.8 mi from Playa Esmerelda
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1012)
"Great place to stay for budget friendly travelers"
United States
Daniel
$63 nightly
The price is $76
Dec 16 - Dec 17
Total with taxes and fees
Hotel Casa Iguana Mismaloya
Deluxe Suite | Balcony view
Barceló Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive

Barceló Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive

4.0 star property
South Zone, 1.9 mi from Playa Esmerelda
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (2949)
"Beautiful resort"
Canada
Adrianne
$264 nightly
The price is $317
Dec 9 - Dec 10
Total with taxes and fees
Barceló Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive
2 outdoor pools
Costa Sur Resort, Classico Collection By Sonesta

Costa Sur Resort, Classico Collection By Sonesta

5.0 star property
South Zone, 2 mi from Playa Esmerelda
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (105)
"Exelent attention clean and friendly "
United States
walter
$94 nightly
The price is $113
Dec 7 - Dec 8
Total with taxes and fees
Costa Sur Resort, Classico Collection By Sonesta
3 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas
Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa - All Inclusive

Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa - All Inclusive

5.0 star property
South Zone, 0.4 mi from Playa Esmerelda
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (700)
"I did not expect the resort to be so large. Multiple great restaurants, spacious rooms and beautiful private beach access. "
United States
John
$615 nightly
The price is $744
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa - All Inclusive
4 outdoor pools, cabanas (surcharge), pool umbrellas
Hotel Mousai Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive - Adults Only

Hotel Mousai Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive - Adults Only

5.0 star property
South Zone, 0.4 mi from Playa Esmerelda
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (163)
"Top tier service and amenities roof top service is excellent ask for Felix"
United States
Ramon
$687 nightly
The price is $825
Dec 8 - Dec 9
Total with taxes and fees
Hotel Mousai Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive - Adults Only
30-inch TV with cable channels
Traditional Sierra Leon Oceanfront Rooms

Traditional Sierra Leon Oceanfront Rooms

4.0 star property
South Zone, 2.1 mi from Playa Esmerelda
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (42)
"Spectacular view. That’s it"
United States
Juan
$74 nightly
The price is $89
Dec 8 - Dec 9
Total with taxes and fees
Traditional Sierra Leon Oceanfront Rooms
Private beach, sun loungers, beach umbrellas, beach towels
Costa Sur Resort & Spa

Costa Sur Resort & Spa

3.5 star property
South Zone, 2 mi from Playa Esmerelda
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1265)
"Great sea side resort with awesome service."
United States
Melvin
$105 nightly
The price is $126
Dec 8 - Dec 9
Total with taxes and fees
Costa Sur Resort & Spa
Luxury Penthouse, 2 Bedrooms, Tower | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, memory foam beds, in-room safe
Villa Divina Luxury Boutique – Adults Only

Villa Divina Luxury Boutique – Adults Only

4.0 star property
Conchas Chinas, 3.1 mi from Playa Esmerelda
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (222)
"Staff were excellent and very attentive. This place makes you feel right at home. Loved it and will definitely be back!"
United States
Alberto
$262 nightly
The price is $315
Dec 17 - Dec 18
Total with taxes and fees
Villa Divina Luxury Boutique – Adults Only
Interior
Quinta Maria Cortez Beach Hotel

Quinta Maria Cortez Beach Hotel

4.0 star property
Conchas Chinas, 3.2 mi from Playa Esmerelda
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (169)
"Great property, very helpful staff"
United States
Kerry
$136 nightly
The price is $163
Dec 18 - Dec 19
Total with taxes and fees
Quinta Maria Cortez Beach Hotel
4 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Grand Miramar All Luxury Suites & Residences

Grand Miramar All Luxury Suites & Residences

4.5 star property
Conchas Chinas, 3.1 mi from Playa Esmerelda
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1738)
"The room was so clean and the staff was so nice!"
United States
Gabriella
$188 nightly
The price is $222
Dec 13 - Dec 14
Total with taxes and fees
Grand Miramar All Luxury Suites & Residences
Children's activities
Hyatt Ziva Puerto Vallarta - All-inclusive

Hyatt Ziva Puerto Vallarta - All-inclusive

4.5 star property
Conchas Chinas, 2.8 mi from Playa Esmerelda
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1336)
"Staff were very friendly and eager to help. Location is ideal, easy access to Zonas Romantica and Historica and virtuallt a private beach."
Canada
Ranald
$390 nightly
The price is $390
Dec 8 - Dec 9
Total with taxes and fees
Hyatt Ziva Puerto Vallarta - All-inclusive
Porch
Hotel Boutique Luxury Patio Azul

Hotel Boutique Luxury Patio Azul

4.0 star property
Conchas Chinas, 3.2 mi from Playa Esmerelda
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (518)
"excellent - would stay again "
United States
Vanessa
$92 nightly
The price is $110
Dec 7 - Dec 8
Total with taxes and fees
Hotel Boutique Luxury Patio Azul
Interior entrance
Hotel Mondavi

Hotel Mondavi

3.5 star property
Conchas Chinas, 3.1 mi from Playa Esmerelda
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (140)
"Nice front desk. Affordable and decent stay"
Canada
temiloluwa
$62 nightly
The price is $75
Jan 2 - Jan 3, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Hotel Mondavi
2 outdoor pools, sun loungers
Maxwell Residences at Indah

Maxwell Residences at Indah

4.0 star property
Romantic Zone, 3.4 mi from Playa Esmerelda
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (90)
"Loved my stay!"
United States
Kendrick
$187 nightly
The price is $224
Dec 10 - Dec 11
Total with taxes and fees
Maxwell Residences at Indah
Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen, Ocean View | Living area | 48-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV
V Azul Vallarta - Luxury Vacation Rental- Adults Only

V Azul Vallarta - Luxury Vacation Rental- Adults Only

3.5 star property
Amapas, 3.8 mi from Playa Esmerelda
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (337)
"Number one, the staff was so nice! The place was very clean and it has a lot of space. Having a fridge, a kitchen, a washer and dryer when you travel makes a huge difference. It was in a great area near many restaurants and very close to the beach. I would definitely stay there again and again!"
United States
Marcelo
$190 nightly
The price is $228
Dec 5 - Dec 6
Total with taxes and fees
V Azul Vallarta - Luxury Vacation Rental- Adults Only
Deluxe Apartment, 3 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Bay View | City view
Marcela Resort & Spa

Marcela Resort & Spa

4.0 star property
Amapas, 3.8 mi from Playa Esmerelda
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (88)
"Villa was clean and staff was friendly "
United States
Annette
$165 nightly
The price is $198
Dec 15 - Dec 16
Total with taxes and fees
Marcela Resort & Spa
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Top Playa Esmerelda Hotel Reviews

Grand Park Royal Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive

Grand Park Royal Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive

10/10 Excellent
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Jorge 6-night trip
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Grand Park Royal Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive

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Garza Blanca Beach in Puerto Vallarta Mexico

Garza Blanca Beach

4.3/5 (869 reviews)
If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Garza Blanca Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Mismaloya. Amble around this relaxing area's seaside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
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Aerial view of Las Gemelas beach in Puerto Vallarta Mexico

Playa Gemelas

4.2/5 (637 reviews)
Why not spend a carefree 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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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, check out the 165 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.
What's the best hotel to stay close to Playa Esmerelda?
Grand Park Royal Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this resort offers 2 outdoor pools and a private beach. It's located just a short 0.3 mi (0.5 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 165 hotels and other accommodations 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 reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best options available near Playa Esmerelda.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Playa Esmerelda?
To access more information about rescheduling or cancelling your stay near Playa Esmerelda, click here.
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.