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Villas del Rio: nice apt. downtown, 1 block to beach. Great location!

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Property grounds
Exterior
1 bedroom, in-room safe, WiFi, bed sheets
Living area
Fridge, stovetop, coffee/tea maker, toaster
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Outdoor SpaceOutdoor SpaceOutdoor Space

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Sayulita, NAY
  • Popular LocationSayulita Square1 min walk
  • Popular LocationSayulita Beach2 min walk
  • Popular LocationPlaya los Muertos9 min walk
  • AirportPuerto Vallarta, Jalisco (PVR-Licenciado Gustavo Diaz Ordaz Intl.)52 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Villas del Rio: nice apt. downtown, 1 block to beach. Great location!

Villas del Rio is one of the most comfortable and convenient vacation rental houses in Sayulita. The house is divided into two apartments. This listing presents the upstairs apartment.
The house has daily maid service, air-conditioning and WiFi. The house is perfectly situated between the beach and the town plaza, so everything that Sayulita has to offer is just steps away: the beach and surf break, as well as the town center and all its restaurants and shops. Despite the central location, your privacy and a tranquil environment are assured due to the house's elegant architectural design.

The apartment itself is very elegant and cozy. It has a 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom layout with a queen size bed in the bedroom. The living room couches are designed to accommodate additional sleeping needs. The kitchen has everything you need to cook meals at home. The apartment has access to a small landscaped dipping pool located in front of the downstairs apartment.

Villas del Rio is perfect for a couple looking for an elegant and well-priced apartment in the heart of Sayulita.

Property manager

Ruben Lysens

Languages

Dutch, English, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car not required

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Kitchenette
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower only
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Outdoor areas

  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • 1 unit

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Cute Apartment Patio Dipping Pool 1 Blk. Beach Town Center
Cute Patio Dipping Pool 1 Blk. Beach Town Center Sayulita
Cute Patio Dipping Pool 1 Blk. Beach Town Center
Villas Rio Nice Apt. Downtown 1 Block Beach. Great Location

About the neighborhood

Sayulita

Located in Sayulita, this apartment is in the city center and by the sea. Shoppers can check out San Pancho Nayarit Market, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Sayulita Beach and Punta de Mita Beach. With surfing/body boarding and swimming nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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What's nearby

  • Sayulita Square - 1 min walk
  • Sayulita Beach - 2 min walk
  • Gringo Hill - 7 min walk
  • Sayulita Farmers Market - 8 min walk
  • Playa los Muertos - 9 min walk

Getting around

  • Licenciado Gustavo Diaz Ordaz Intl. Airport (PVR) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • Choco Banana - 1 min walk
  • Coco's Bar - 1 min walk
  • Sayulita Public House - 1 min walk
  • Xochi - 1 min walk
  • La Rústica - 2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Villas del Rio: nice apt. downtown, 1 block to beach. Great location! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Villas del Rio: nice apt. downtown, 1 block to beach. Great location! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Villas del Rio: nice apt. downtown, 1 block to beach. Great location!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Villas del Rio: nice apt. downtown, 1 block to beach. Great location!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Villas del Rio: nice apt. downtown, 1 block to beach. Great location! located?

Located in the heart of Sayulita, this apartment building is steps from Sayulita Square and Sayulita Beach. Gringo Hill and Sayulita Farmers Market are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 30 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 30 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 30 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 30 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 30 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tammy D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Wonderful property just steps away from the center of Sayulita.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tammy D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location!!
Thanks for a wonderful stay! The location of this property is amazing. It's right in the middle of town & just steps away from the beach. The owner (Ruben) and the property manager (Jewel) were very responsive to any questions we had prior to travel & awesome while we were there as well. We won't hesitate to book this beautiful property again!! Mucho Gusto!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ursula R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Spot
My husband and I truly enjoyed our stay in Sayulita, this little apartment is set up with all comfort. Very clean, nicely decorated, picturesque setting and absolutely fantastic location! Right across the street from the iguana tree! There was everything we needed, including well functioning ac unit in the bedroom and hot water for the shower. The host has been very clear on the instructions and there is a very well done booklet in the unit with transportation info and restaurant reccomandation, it made it for us a very nice and easy vacation!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Laurie V., Santa Fe, New Mexico

Close to downtown
The location had good points and bad points: the good was that we were close to the heart of town and the beach; the bad was that it was quite noisy due to music, vehicle traffic, and passersby, well into the night. The apartment is good size and comfortable. The table and chairs are outside, but the weather was great so it did not pose a problem. The property manager, Jewel, was very responsive and came quickly to clean out the drain in the bathroom sink which wasn't draining and to fix the internet. I marked the place down on cleanliness despite the daily visits of a very nice couple who came to do some basic cleaning. because some deep cleaning needs to be done. For starters, the bathroom curtains are quite dirty and the rest of the curtains should probably be cleaned as well; the drain in the kitchen sink and the underside of the stopper need to be scrubbed; the blender needs a careful wiping down; the frying pan should be replaced; the table lamp needs to be wiped off. I realize there is a lot of dust from the street in Sayulita and there is the salt air, but the place could have been cleaner. We didn't really cook except for breakfast, but the knives were sharp and plentiful and there were adequate dishes and utensils. There were sponges and soap provided, as well as paper towels. We had to run the shower in order to get hot water in the bathroom sink which didn't have a lot of water pressure. It wasn't a huge issue and we managed.
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sadie B., Durango

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect place for 2!
We absolutely loved our stay at Villas del Rio. It is a wonderful location. Safe and walkable to everything. The little courtyard garden and pool were nice to enjoy on a hot day. The bed was comfy, the air conditioner in the bedroom worked great. Jewel, the local property manager was lovely and responsive. The casita even came with beach chairs and umbrellas. We can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Vicki&Memo, Toronto, Canada

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Checking in was a great! We showed up early, and Jewel (the property manager) was Amazing getting the Villa ready for us earlier than the schedule check-in time, thank you for that! “We liked the spacious Villa, large balcony, bedroom, bathroom and living room/kitchen! we liked how close from the main Plaza and area where all the restaurants and bars are, and far enough that we had quiet nights (great for a good sleeping nights), and the ocean just around the corner, perfect! will be back!
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Tom K., Portland

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful place and location!
Loved our stay! Thank you Jewel (and Ruben)!
Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Arden A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved our stay
Everything was great. The owners were very nice and accommodating. It is a little pricey but worth it. Would have liked more information about the checkout process.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

shannon d.

Liked: Cleanliness
great location, close to everthing
great property - only drawback is no aircon in living room - but that seems to be most the properties in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Andrew V.

Charming place close to everything
Good accommodations right in the heart of Sayulita. Had a great time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Derrick b.

Super in every way
The property was amazingly tranquil given its location to all the action of sayulita. However the communication and professionalism of everybody was the most impressive. I really felt cared for.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2018

8/10 Good

Sandy M.

Lovley property in the heart of Sayulita!
We had a wonderful 4-day stay at Villas del Rio in Sayulita. This property is lovely and so close to everything you need...beaches, restaurants, shops, surf lessons, etc. The apartment was clean and comfortable. Having a housekeeper come by to clean every day is a nice bonus! Small dipping pool was great to cool off at the end of the day. Would certainly recommend this place to a couple or even a family with small children as the couches in the living room can be turned into 2 single beds. Look forward to coming back again in the future. Mil gracias!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Leihulu I.

Wonderful property and great location!
Jewel was very accommodating and made our trip so much easier! Thank you so much for the lovely stay!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Michael H., Seattle

Great location in Sayulita
Perfect location right in the middle of Sayulita one block off the beach. The accommodations were perfect for one couple. Ruben and Jewel were excellent in providing information and help during our stay. We will defiantly stay here again if available for our next trip to Sayulita.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy P.

Comfortable stay
Calm and comfortable escape from the lively town of Sayulita. The apartment is close to a small market, restaurants and the beach. All our communication with the owner and property manager was excellent. We had a great stay, thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

Linda B.

Fantastic!!!
Loved the Villas! Clean, comfortable and in a great location! Everything we could have asked for. We will definitely stay again not even going to look at any other accommodations on our next trip to Sayulita.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Andrew M., Vancouver, canada

precisely as describes in post, all essentials provided, clean accoms, fast internet, great location
I enjoyed my stay immensely. The apartment is secure and secluded. The location is amazing, right at the edge of town, couldn't be closer to the main center of Sayulita. Shops, stores and restaurants are just steps away. The beach access is literally right around the corner. I found the apartment in top condition, very clean and well kept. The bed was firm and comfortable. There was a constant breeze which kept the apartment at a comfortable temperature. I never had to use the AC. The cleaners were very attentive and did a great job daily. I was well taken care of by the manager too, she was readily available via text, to answer questions and offer advice. I had never been to Sayulita before his trip. I loved this town. It is quite busy, with lots of tourists, but I found there to be a very nice mix of authentic Mexican culture and food, along with American fare to feel at home. The beach is stunning, and the waves were so good to me. I had such a fantastic time, I am already planing my next trip back.

8/10 Good

Janet B.

Cozy Sayulita Charm
Colourful, bright & airy. We were happy to be in the upstairs unit. This casita is literally 1 block from everywhere you would want to be, the beach, the shops, restaurants and a scant 10 minute walk to Playa Los Muertes. So convenient!! Bonus: a good view of the iguana tree out of the kitchen window! Check-in was no problem, Jewel was very helpful, and the unit tidied up every day was a treat. I would be happy to give this accommodation 5 stars if the kitchen items were updated with the addition of "glass" wine glasses. There are many fine eateries close by if you choose to eat out, all with great food & staff, the closest being Viva, at the corner, one of our favourite places. Also the Sayulita Cafe, Mary's, and many others. The beach is great, particularly for an early-morning walk to the far end bluff. Overall we thoroughly enjoyed our 3 weeks in Sayulita, the culture, the people, the food and the sunshine!
Stayed 21 nights in Feb 2018

10/10 Excellent

Merrill G.

This was our 3rd trip to Sayulita and Villas del Rio is where we would want to stay on a return.
Just NICE.... super location, close to everything Sayulita and still quiet at night. We stayed in the upper unit.... very private. We wouldn't change anything....a good value too.

10/10 Excellent

Natalie V.

The place is exactly as described. We were one left turn from the beach and one right turn from town
My husband and I visited Sayulita and stayed at the Villa del Rios. It is such a beautiful space. We love the location and though we were close to everything, once the bedroom door was closed and the great AC going it was so quiet and peaceful. The AC was a wonderful amenity, but the dipping pool was the major star. After a hot walk around town it was SO inviting! This is definitely the way to go. We felt very lucky to be staying here, instead of a noisy hotel. Jewel was so wonderful and helpful. We can't wait to go back!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

Harriet W.

Great location
We had a wonderful time at the villas. The location was fantastic. Outside the bathroom window was a family of iguanas which was really cool. I would stay there again and recommend it to friends. Thanks for having us. We loved Sayulita!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Shane T.

Great location
This place has an amazing location. The beach is about a 2 min walk and the center of town is around the corner. The layout of the apartment is odd but it works for a couple (I would not have more than two there); the view from the shower is a tree full of iguanas. My only complaint is that there was nothing in the apartment other than the basic linens and kitchen supplies (no TV). I am use to VRBOs having cards, games, books etc. In addition, an umbrella would have been fantastic since it was POURING down rain during my stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Daniel T.

3 nights in sayulita
Great place to stay. Close to town and the beach. Walk everywhere. Clean apartment. Would stay again. Ruben was very nice and accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin D.

Great Location!
The apartment was perfect. 1 block to the beach and 1 block to town. Very clean and stocked with everything we needed. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2017

10/10 Excellent

Andrew Z.

Perfect basecamp for exploring Sayulita
My girlfriend and I could not have been more satisfied with the Villas del Rio. The location was perfect. We were seconds from the beach and square. Logistically, this was a huge advantage. Also, the square is just a stone's throw away. With that said, we were visiting during the busiest weekend of the year, and the late night music never made it into the bedroom with the fan and AC on. The place itself was awesome. We were always going back in between activities, meals, etc to relax and get ready for our next mission. There is a dipping pool that seemed more ornamental from the photos, but we jumped in it every day because it was so inviting and refreshing. The house was clean, uncluttered and comfortable. The upstairs deck was a great perch with a little bit of street viewing which we found entertaining. The bed was comfortable. AC was perfect. It had everything we needed. Sophie and Ruben were absolutely friendly and made it very clear they were available if there were any situations that we may need help with (which there were not). They also gave us great advice for surfing, fishing and dining. It's really hard to know what you're getting when shopping online, but we feel like we absolutely nailed it with this place. When we go back to Sayulita we know exactly where we will be staying.