Situated by the shimmering blue waters of Bahia de Banderas or the Bay of Banderas, the beach resort city of Puerto Vallarta is a popular destination for those seeking surf, sand, and pulsating nightlife. The spectacular bay provides plenty of recreational opportunities while the designer boutiques and brand name stores make for a great shopping experience. On the outskirts of this bustling city is the upscale residential and resort development of Marina Vallarta. With a host of luxury hotels, resorts, pristine, beaches, a boardwalk, and ample opportunities for outdoor fun, Marina Vallarta is a great place to base yourself when traveling the region. The marina here is dotted with luxury yachts, charter boats, sailboats and a variety of other watercraft making for an extremely picturesque sight. Here are some of the best Vrbo accommodations in Marina Vallarta, Puerto Vallarta.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on March 13, 2023.
1. Luxurious beachfront condo close to the airport (from USD 225)
This stunning condo at the Bay View Grand is less than fifteen minutes away from the heart of Puerto Vallarta and just a five-minute drive from the airport. This two-bedroom two-bath condo is on the tenth floor and comes with a hot tub. The entire apartment features marble flooring while the newly remodeled kitchen has granite countertops as well as all appliances. Relax on the balcony while you keep an eye out for humpback whales and dolphins frolicking in the ocean. As a guest at the property, you have access to the swimming pool, fitness center, tennis courts, and the poolside snack bar.
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The pools & beach were immaculateThe fan in the kitchen wasn't working and with limited AC use in the condoThe condo was very comfortableI felt very comfortable and could have stayed for monthsThe accommodations were comfortable and roomyCleanliness:
We were provided plenty of clean linens and towelsThe grounds and the pool are fantasticThe condo itself is well designed clean and spaciousWe liked the fact that it was very secureWe loved the marble floors and the beautifully carved and painted table and chairs and bar stools andHost:
He even offered us a late checkout once he learned that we had a late afternoon departure flightOwner was wonderful and very responsiveShe was even there to help us during a personal emergencyThis was a great retreat for us & would also be a great family holiday locationThe owner was very responsive to our concerns - a problem with the washerRead more reviewsLocation:
The bus goes by frequently - so transportation into the Malecon or anywhere else in Puerto VallartaThe grounds are lovely and well maintained by the friendly staff Restaurants at the marina are within a 15 minute leisurely walk and taxis are readily available for a 20-30 minute ride to the malec...The importance of this was evident after eating at some of the restaurants in the areaOur Grandchildren loved swimming in the end pools which are heated Anywhere elseThe Marina is just a short walk and has many shops restaurants and fabulous Yachts
2. Spacious oceanfront lodging for six (from USD 188)
This beautifully decorated condo is comfortably furnished and features a cheery décor. You can enjoy stunning views of the resort and the ocean beyond from the balcony which also has a dining area. Among the amenities at the resort are three swimming pools including one with a swim up bar, cabanas on the private beach, tennis courts, live entertainment, yoga classes, and a kids club among others. The marina with its boutiques, galleries, and quaint eateries is just a short stroll away.
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The blinds in the master bedroom are broken and will not fully open or closeThe balcony has amazing views and the condo is quite roomy inside with two beds/two bathsit is a diamond in the roughand no dish soap provided to do the dishesWe ended up using pool towels the rest of the time They want you to enjoy the kitchenCleanliness:
The showers don't drain and therefore water spills onto the tileNo garbage in the kitchen and no paper towels or dish towels to clean withHost:
The crew at the resort were always very helpfuland I could not have asked for anything more from themUnfortunately that is the best I can say about itOverall this condo just needs some love and attentionThe washer does not work and there was no soap providedRead more reviewsLocation:
The convenience of the location and weather were topsI still gave this a 3 star because the resort was soooo amazing
3. Elegant oceanfront paradise offering spectacular views (from USD 325)
This luxurious condo fronting the ocean offers you stunning views of the beach, the bay, and dolphins or whales frolicking in the water. Featuring three bedrooms, this condo sits on the eleventh floor and has a lanai from where you can also see the mountains. The condo has a hot tub, internet access, and washer dryer for your convenience. Enjoy the resort facilities such as the pool, spa, gym, and tennis courts.
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The place is fully equipped with all the comforts of home including a cooler in each room for useThe view is spectacular and the balcony a perfect place to watch all the water activityWe have made good use of the in-unit laundry facilities and the fully-stocked kitchennicely furnished plenty of spaceThe pool is exceptional due to the size and was wonderful to swim laps or sit poolside to relax read or sleepCleanliness:
The views to the marina and ocean are spectacularHost:
Working with property owner was a breezeWe missed having a nice beach and the poolside food service was not goodTracy was great to work with from reservations to checkoutThe staff is excellent friendly helpful and hardworking The owners were always available to contact if we needed any assitance and a joy to work with both before and during our trip We have sta...My 3 adult daughters loved the pool and the gymRead more reviewsLocation:
Tres Mares is the best of the bestfunctionality and location is exactly as advertised We had a a really good time in Tracy's CondoWe were very fortunate to have stayed at this beautiful Tres Mares condo in April 2010We easily walked every day to many different restaurants had great mealsIn addition to the pool the property has tennis courts
4. Amazing penthouse condo with a Mexican touch (from USD 278)
The spacious balcony at this luxurious condo invites you to lounge comfortably as you enjoy stunning views of the Bay of Banderas, downtown, and the pool. With a recently remodeled kitchen and interiors, the condo with three bedrooms and two bathrooms promises you an enjoyable stay. Located amid a lush tropical garden, you can get to see a variety of bird species that frequent the place. While at this condo, you get to use the resort facilities such as access to all three pools, use of beach towels umbrellas, tennis courts, events such as casino nights and live Mariachi performances in the lobby, and access to the spa, gym, and hot tub at the nearby Casa Vela.
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The condo has everything you need to feel like you are cooking right at homethe bedding is terrible and dirty upholstery on the couches and chairs are stained and dirty curtains need to be cleanedKitchen is average condo a little miss match appliancesThe penthouse had everything you could possibly need Very comfortablethere is a grill out side table 4 chairs and 4 lounge chairsCleanliness:
The kitchen and bathrooms are extremely outdatedHost:
Steve was great to work with too-he called and checked on us and gave us lots of city tips and hotel informationSteve was great to work with from the start very accommodating and made the effort to make sure our stay was comfortableSome ceiling fans were working some notSteve was awesome and very easy to work with 5-Stars all around for Velas Steve and his condoRead more reviewsLocation:
The deck and patio areas are magnificent Walking distance from great restaurantsgreat views just needs a little money sunk into itwas the best way to goThe Marina is a great central area to stay being right near so many great restaurants to walk to the airport being close andWe have stayed at the Velas Vallarta many many times over the past 20 years and have always booked directly through the resort as all inclusive eating at their restaurants and enjoying drinks an...
5. Charming villa only steps away from the ocean (from USD 126)
Situated within the Marina Golf Complex, this beautiful villa has a Mexican vibe to it accentuated by the high-vaulted ceilings. Set amid a landscaped garden, the house is half a block from the marina and a short walk from the ocean. The living area opens on to the golf course and lets you enjoy stunning views of the sunset. The bedrooms are on the upper floor and feature all modern conveniences such as bathrooms with shower and spacious closets.
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It is airy spacious and quietso we read & played w/ournew grandbaby insteadThe pool area is large and uncrowdedThe condo is very well equipped and extremely comfortable As we stayed in the hot and humid time of the yearquiet conveniently located and to have comfortable beds and a very well equipped kitchenCleanliness:
very clean lots of hot water andVery well kept and very cleanThe house was clean and very quiet; most days we had the whole pool area to ourselvesI can't say enough about the Property ManagerWe were careful to turn them off when we weren't in the roomsHost:
The lady who met us when we first showed up speaks very limited Englishbut she was really nice and friendlyo boulevard marina heading westthe pool was really niceVery cool Gorgeous beachesRead more reviewsLocation:
We could walk to the market 3 blocks awaywalks grocery shopping and banking are a short walk awayThe condo is located in a quiet area with a golf course as its backdrop yet only a 5 minute walk form the restaurants and services of the marinabut it is a quiet complexwe went out a few times for breakfast and dinner and there is a market on Thursdays selling lots of local food
6. Spectacular penthouse for a large group (from USD 720)
This sprawling penthouse with four bedrooms gives you breathtaking views of Banderas Bay. Equipped with a private pool and hot tub, this penthouse sits in a gated community offering you the security and privacy you seek. The unit comes with a washer dryer, internet, and is wheelchair accessible. During your stay at this penthouse, you will also have access to community facilities such as a gym, private beach, and tennis courts. A key card is used for access to the complex.
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The private pool on the terrace with the view of the bay and mountains was everythingThe terrace was awesome and the private pool was great to cool off in 3 of the bedroomsAnd the use of a private chef one night made for a very special dinnerbut it would have comfortably accommodated 8 people with lots of privacythat was it and the cleaning service is whatever you want it to beCleanliness:
but it doesn't do the apartment justiceHost:
Having the housekeeper Elena make us breakfast every morning was so greatthe audio and moreMy wife and I could not have been happierThe owner Danielle and her assistants Josie and Elena were awesomeExtremely clean and well taken care of Danielle and Jossy were very helpful and responded quickly to all of our questionsRead more reviewsLocation:
The property is located in the marina district which was very easy to travel to and from My family of 7 enjoyed their stayPerhaps if the target was palace away from homeThe marina is only about a 10 minute walk with lots of restaurantsWe stayed here in March 2018 and its a very nice placethe views are just incredible
7. Incredibly beautiful duplex penthouse with ocean views (from USD 800)
This sprawling duplex with five bedrooms and an equal number of baths is set in Shangri-La gated community, just five minutes from the airport. Occupying the 15th and 16th floors of the complex, the penthouse can be accessed by a private elevator that opens directly into the living room. Four of the bedrooms and the living room come with balconies overlooking the ocean and the mountains beyond. The unit also has a large laundry room with access to the service elevator. You can also make use of community facilities such as the infinity pool, tennis courts, a full-service spa, well-equipped gym, poolside restaurant, and swim up bar.
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the bathrooms are large with very good closets in all (with hangers )the pool workout facility and all amenities are just terrific and my family considers this their second homebu in general everything was in excellent conditions comfortable beds living room and kitchenour 9 year old twins loved the pool and spent a lot of time in the heated halfthe beds were very comfortable and the kitchen was well equippedCleanliness:
condo was clean and everything was in working ordergreat location condo was clean well equipped and service was outstandingHost:
the restruant on site was great the staff was greatloved it and the staff we hired were wonderful cooks and shoppersstaff at shangi la were pleasant and went out of their way to be helpfulthe owner is such a nice person we are defenitly coming backRead more reviewsLocation:
the shops and restaurants in the marina are within easy walking distancethis was an ideal new years vacation with the family location location location the amenities and grounds were idealbeautifully appointed condo with perfect views and location welcome basket of fruit and drinks was a thoughtful addition
Settle in before you start exploring
There is plenty to see and do when in Puerto Vallarta. So, finding the right place to call home while you are in town is extremely important to ensure you make the most of your visit.
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