Gifted with exquisite marine life, Puerto Vallarta, Mexico is the vacation spot you shouldn’t miss. Nestled along Mexico’s Pacific Coast, this city is always overwhelmed with tourists who want to go fishing, sailing, or cruising. The popular spots are most definitely found downtown, especially Malecon Boardwalk filled with public sculptures. Meanwhile, you should head to Colomitos Beach if you want to enjoy a hike or a boat adventure. Other places to visit are Los Muertos Beach Pier, Zona Romántica, and Hill of the Cross Viewpoint.
Moreover, Puerto Vallarta is known for its delicious local cuisine. The popular tuba drink is also a must-try for anyone. Don’t miss this chance to treat yourself to this city’s dishes, even when you are in your accommodation. For a convenient stay, read on to find the best Airbnbs with chef in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and access to an in-house chef. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 24, 2025.
1. Colibri (from USD 627)
A sentimental vacation awaits you in this spacious villa filled with local artworks and antique items. It has several seating areas, with some designed for cozy snuggling and others designed for having tea. The backyard space is particularly charming, especially with a grill and a dining table set up. You can cook your meal in the full kitchen or avail of chef services for an extra fee.
If you want to have a soak in the swimming pool, just head to the rooftop. You can also lie down in one of the sun loungers while savoring the magnificent view of the mountains.
Top guest reviews
Host:
the staff was awesome and made sure we were all setabe and sarah were very helpful throughout our stayperfect host to say the leastthe friendly staff made us feel immediately at home they were accommodating without being overbearingthe staff was incredibly attentive and helpful and justin & zach were great hosts and easy to reachLocation:
the location was a short walk to the beach and great nightlifei would definitely recommend this place and hope to return againCleanliness:
very clean and decorated with taste and classhouse was very spacious and cleanthe entire villa is maintained meticulously and felt very clean at all timesvery clean and the decor fit the mexican vibegreat location clean environment and great hospitalityRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
the furniture and decor were beautiful and the entire place was comfortable spacious and lovelywe loved that there were multiple kitchens rooms for everyone
2. Casita La Vista (from USD 1063)
Want a place that’s walking distance from the beach? That’s what Casita La Vista offers, apart from many other things such as a rooftop swimming pool and free parking space. The interior of this property highlights an elegant semi-modern feel, and it has comfy and well-decorated bedrooms. The primary bathroom is spacious and features a triple shower.
You can hang out in the living room equipped with large windows overlooking the beautiful ocean. You can always turn on the TV to keep yourself entertained. Moreover, you can pay for the service of a private chef to serve you a luscious snack.
Top guest reviews
Host:
the host is awesomebruno was very responsive and the staff that upkeep the place do a great joblovely home great location and attentive hostthe guy was very kind and for those of you who don’t speak spanish he spoke perfect englishLocation:
great location walking distance to the beachthis place is in a great location close to the boardwalk and a grocery storeeasy walk to the malecon and zona romanticathe location is perfect for everything and anythingthe location was fantastic; easily walkable to beach and local restaurantsCleanliness:
the house was spotless decor was cute stay was safe and was so well stockedRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
the ac in each room was great as wellloved the top floor pool and viewsthe views from the rooftop plunge pool as well as the 4th floor open area were amazingthe open top floor and rooftop pool were awesome to admire the view of the ocean and town5 story beautiful town home equipped with everything you’ll need for a comfortable stay
3. Casa Luna del Mar (from USD 2469)
This luxurious villa by the beach boasts the convenient services of a personal chef and butler throughout your stay, especially when you want to spend most of your time having fun with your family. You can play ping pong together, go biking together, or ride a kayak together since all these are available on the property. There are also plenty of children’s books and toys if you’re bringing a toddler with you.
If you just want to enjoy a rejuvenating time, you can take a dip in the hot tub or head to the sauna for a bit. You can also go to the private gym to break some sweat.
Top guest reviews
Host:
the concierge and staff were amazingthe staff were all so nicelovely host beautiful home and amazing chefseveryone was so nice and helpfulthe staff is amazing and fun to be aroundLocation:
the location is fantasticclose to the airport and easy access via ride share to downtown and other sightsyou have access to another beach less than a 5 minute walk away that is nicergreat location and great servicegreat location / service 100% recommendCleanliness:
the pool is great and is cleaned everydaythe space is clean from the beds to the pool the food the chef made was deliciousRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
the rooms all have ac and the views are amazingthe best part for me was the heated pool
4. Sky Suite C (from USD 398)
Treat yourself to marvelous sunrise and sunset views when you book a stay in Sky Suite C. Featuring an outdoor infinity pool overlooking the sea, it is a convenient accommodation that also provides guests with basic beach essentials should they ever feel like running to the nearby waters. It has a fully equipped kitchen and comfortable bedrooms with extra pillows and blankets as well.
If you book a stay here, you will also receive special services from a private chef for no additional cost. You can also bring your pet to the property, and maybe you can ask the chef if they have any pet dishes on their sleeve!
Top guest reviews
Host:
daniel the host was wonderfulthe staff was super friendlyall of the staff were welcoming and accommodatinggreat place great staff and great locationLocation:
it is a great location with everything we need for our little getawaysthe airbnb is located near zona romantica and we could easily access the area by walkingit is a great location with restaurants bars and shopsbest place we’ve stayed inRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
spacious beautiful open-air apartmentrooms were clean amazing views and our chef fanny was the icing on the cake
5. Villa Ventana (from USD 7121)
Experience a luxurious treatment as a guest in Villa Ventana, an architectural showpiece resting on top of a hill. It features high-quality furniture and sophisticated artwork, but most of all, you’ll fall in love with being served breakfast cooked by a professional chef every morning. Additionally, you will also have two full-time helpers and a spa therapist.
The property itself highlights a gourmet kitchen, an infinity pool, and a hot tub. You’ll also find a stunning interior garden with a two-level waterfall. At night, you can go out on the balcony and lie down in the lounging chair to go stargazing.
Top guest reviews
Host:
add the host and his gracious staff and you have a combination that is magicalten of us enjoyed the amazing home views pool and lovely staffLocation:
villa ventana was a wonderful place to stayRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
the house was beautiful and you cannot beat the view of puerto vallarta from all the rooms
6. Colonial-style mansion with an interior courtyard (from USD 4617)
If you’re fond of luxurious homes with distinct characters, you’ll probably enjoy residing in this colonial-style mansion during your holiday. It has a beautiful interior courtyard where you can feel refreshed, but you can also stay on the charming terrace with a sunbathing chair, a two-seater dining table, and a fireplace. Certain rooms highlight wood-beamed ceilings, and there are arched passageways and stone columns throughout the whole house.
Most of all, you can look forward to three meals prepared by a 5-star chef every day. You can customize your menu or let the chef surprise you with their luscious recipe!
Top guest reviews
Host:
carlos and the whole staff made sure that our trip was unforgettablethe house was amazing the staff was very professionalhouse was perfect and the staff was so nice and helpfulthe maintenance and maid staff were warm with beautiful workon top of this amazing house is an amazing staff that cooks cleans and provides concierge serviceCleanliness:
extremely clean home quiet neighborhood super comfortable bedsRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
the views are gorgeous from almost every roomac in every room worked really wellthe rooms have beautiful appointments and furnishings
7. Private lodging with a pool and hot tub (from USD 6585)
Traveling with a large group and looking for an excellent rental? This beachfront lodging has plenty of space for it, and it has lots of wooden accents to offer a refreshing feel. It has a circular outdoor pool, and beside it is a cabana hut with a huge dining table. There are also several hammocks hanging by the palm trees where everyone can hang around while waiting their turn in the hot tub.
Inside the house, there are several snuggly bedrooms, some of them with their own seating areas. There’s also a well-equipped kitchen which the house chef can definitely own as they prepare your special meal.
Top guest reviews
Host:
the staff was incredibly helpful from the moment that we arrived until our departurethe chefs meals were delicious and the staff were all very friendlyon site staff are the bestdinorah our host was very accommodating and helpful at all timesthe staff at the house were especially helpful and friendlyLocation:
the location is perfect and close to downtownin a great locationthe location was great- only a 5-10 minute ride to downtownas in location and value goes this place was amazingcan’t recommend enough the most beautiful locationRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
the beds in the smaller rooms/rooms with multiple beds were a bit less comfortablethe beds in the main bedrooms/suites were very comfortablethe heated pool was wonderful and the nearby beaches are very beautiful and fun to enjoy
8. Cozy rental with chef available upon request (from USD 299)
This modern rental unit is a cozy accommodation just perfect for a small family. It is wholly air-conditioned and also provides access to WiFi. No need to worry about maintaining the place if you’re planning to stay for a while because a cleaning lady will be with you all throughout. For an extra charge, you may also request a personal chef.
One of the highlights of this rental is the charming al fresco terrace, with cozy seats and a coffee table. Additionally, you also get to have your own private entrance to the beach.
Top guest reviews
Host:
enrique was very responsive as a hostthe grounds staff are incredibly helpful and kindhost is promo at responding and his staff are more than helpfuleveryone who worked there was kind and helpfuleveryone was friendly and available to helpLocation:
wonderful condo in the best pv locationit is such a lovely locationenrique’s condo is wonderful the location is perfect quiet and safehere’s a few reasons why: location — honestly the best of both worldsthe location is perfect and exactly as picturedCleanliness:
the condo itself was clean and had everything we neededthe beach is clean and not crowdedthe place was clean and well stocked and perfect for what we wantedgrounds very well kept and cleanenrique’s place is beautiful well appointed clean and has a gorgeous view of the ocean and sunsetRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
nice sized heated pool with areas to chill and read a book and relaxmornings were spent sitting on comfortable furniture on the deck watching the humpback whales frolick out frontoutside shower by the palapa made sand and salt cleanup easythe beach is lovely with tide pools that my daughter can explorethe beds were comfortable and the kitchen had space for 2 to work in
9. Bright home ideal for a family gathering (from USD 675)
If you’re going on a family vacation, there’s no better place to rent than this commodious home with a maid and chef included in the daily rate. The latter is available to prepare a maximum of two meals per day for six days a week. For an additional fee, you can also experience relaxing spa services which include massages and beauty styling.
Moreover, this property has a delightful rustic vibe that’s easy to love. You can swim in the private outdoor pool overlooking the ocean, or you can soak in the bathtub in the marble bathroom.
Top guest reviews
Host:
tom was very responsive to any questions we hadtom was very responsiveas our host tom was very responsive to our questionstom and his team were so welcoming and so helpful from the startthe staff were very sweet the food was delicious and they were very accommodatingLocation:
the house is in a great location and an easy walk to downtowngreat place near zona romantica in puerto vallartagreat place for a family vacationvilla rosa was absolutely amazing highly recommended staying here and it is very close to the beachonce you get past that you really can’t get a better locationCleanliness:
the place is beautiful clean and comfortablethe space was clean and much nicer than we had imaginedthey kept the place very clean did all of our grocery shopping and made amazing mealsRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
the heated pool is integrated into the living space with gorgeous views of the baywe just enjoyed the heated pool and the margarita drinks c and v made for usthe ac worked just fine in every room and you'll definitely need itthe pool was warm the beds were comfortable and the view is even better than the picturesin the original picture it looked like it had three twin beds
10. Nemi Eco Villa (from USD 6267)
Get comfortable living in this extravagant house for the holidays especially when you have a chef, bartender, and maid all at your service. Nemi Eco Villa is an eco-friendly property on the hillside using solar power and sustainable materials. It has a lovely deck that can be directly accessed from one of the bedrooms and has a soaker tub in it. You can also find a hammock there.
Need to get some work done? Good thing this place also has a dedicated workspace. Make sure to prepare yourself some pour-over coffee in the kitchen first before you get busy.
Top guest reviews
Host:
tushar was a great host and the staff was amazinghe was so efficient and kindthe staff were super helpful pleasant and attentive but never in the waywe had an incredible stay at the villa the staff was amazing (shoutout to carlos gabriel and romona)and finally tushar was also very helpful and supportive throughout the processLocation:
also it is a super easy and surprisingly close walk to downtown and the beachgreat location great amenitiesRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
the pool is beautiful and the views are stunningmargaritas on the deck overlooking pv with occasional dips into incredible eco-pool with good friends was spectacularthe space is soooooo beautiful and i love all the eco friendly amenities like the algae pool
An invitation to your dream Mexican holiday
Any place in Mexico is an inviting holiday destination, but Puerto Vallarta holds special distinction just for how naturally refreshing its coastlines and artistic displays are. You can challenge yourself to a strenuous hike or treat yourself to a restful cruise dinner. Most of all, there are too many new and unique dishes to try. If this is your dream holiday, you should start booking one of the best Airbnbs with chef in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico.
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