Hotel Rio Malecon

3.0 star property

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2 restaurants; breakfast, lunch and dinner served
2 restaurants; breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Interior entrance
Romance Panoramic Penthouse | Living area | 32-inch Smart TV with digital channels
Deluxe Room, Kitchenette | Street view

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Morelos 170, Centro, Puerto Vallarta, JAL, 48300
  • Place, Church of Our Lady of Guadalupe
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Malecon
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Playa de los Muertos
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco (PVR-Licenciado Gustavo Diaz Ordaz Intl.)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

Superior Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(43 reviews)
  • City view
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Deluxe Double Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(19 reviews)
  • City view
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Deluxe Room, Kitchenette

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(24 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Studio, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchenette

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(16 reviews)
  • City view
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Romance Panoramic Penthouse

  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Hotel Rio Malecon

This smoke-free hotel features 2 restaurants, an outdoor pool and a bar/lounge. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a poolside bar, a coffee shop/cafe and conference space. Limited housekeeping is available.
Hotel Rio Malecon offers 46 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features a safe and blackout curtains. Rooms open to balconies or patios. 32-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include a shower. This Puerto Vallarta hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on weekdays only.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.

Children aged under 10 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision.

Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Hotel Rio Malecon. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Playa de los Muertos. Features include free WiFi in public areas, plus 2 restaurants and an outdoor pool.
  • Free WiFi
  • Enjoy international cuisine with garden views at COEXISTbistro, one of the property's 2 restaurants
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast served weekdays for a fee
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Services include babysitting, dry cleaning/laundry and a concierge
  • Guests have great things to say about the helpful staff and the restaurant
  • Just a 4-minute walk from Bay of Banderas and 8 minutes on foot from Playa de los Muertos
  • Cruise terminal and local-area shuttle service available for a fee
  • Dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
There are 2 restaurants on site, along with a coffee shop/cafΘ. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. A meeting room and limo/town car service are available.

WiFi is free in public spaces. Event space at this hotel measures 503 square feet (47 square metres) and includes conference space. An outdoor pool, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the family-friendly Hotel Rio Malecon.

This 3-star Puerto Vallarta hotel is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy a cooked-to-order breakfast on weekdays from 7:30 AM and 12:30 PM.
COEXISTbistro – This poolside restaurant specialises in international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting). Happy hour is offered.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour offsite parking (MXN 1,200 per day)
  • Street parking available
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Cruise terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Limo/town car service

Food and drink

  • Weekday cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:30 AM to 12:30 PM for a fee: MXN 220 to 260 for adults and MXN 220 to 260 for children
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • Couples/private dining

Restaurants on site

  • COEXISTbistro

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (weekdays only)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 503 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1958
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch smart TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Limited room service

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: MXN 1425

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the cruise terminal (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from May 19 2026 to May 19 2026 (dates subject to change):
  • Swimming pool
The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from 31 August to 17 September:
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Dining venue
The following facilities are closed on Monday:
  • Bar/lounge
  • Restaurant

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: MXN 500 per pet, per night, plus a deposit of MXN 500 per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 33 lb per pet)
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 10 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: MXN 500 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately MXN 220 to 260 for adults and MXN 220 to 260 for children
  • Nearby parking fee: MXN 1200 per day(66 ft away; open 24 hours)
  • Pet deposit: MXN 500 per stay
  • Pet fee: MXN 500 per pet, per night
  • Late check-out fee: MXN 1425 (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Hotel Rio Malecon offers transfers from the cruise terminal (fees may apply). Please contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation with your arrival details prior to travel. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
Property Registration Number 3080

We should mention

  • Children aged 10 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Hotel Rio Malecon
Hotel Rio Malecon Puerto Vallarta
Malecon Rio
Rio Malecon
Rio Malecon Puerto Vallarta
Hotel Rio Puerto Vallarta
Hotel Rio Malecon Hotel
Hotel Rio Malecon Puerto Vallarta
Hotel Rio Malecon Hotel Puerto Vallarta

Hotel Rio Malecon Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 476 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 303 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 118 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 47 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 57 out of 1001 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

doyle

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room was always clean, staff was wonderful.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room was so clean, staff so friendly and helpful
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff and service. Exceptional location.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

brian

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and clean room. Good location.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Cydna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Amenities were wonderful
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Darcy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable room. Great location except for the traffic noise.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very cute and clean, the staff were very sweet and accommodating, the amenities were amazing. We had an amazing stay, thank you so much for everything!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Bradley

Liked: Cleanliness
It was a decent place. Friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic everything Great location Awesome staff Beautiful room
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Darrell

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was nice and staff was greay
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were so helpful and very friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Esther

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was perfect Esther
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Centrally located. Room was spacious and clean. Reception polite and helpful. Pleasant interior courtyard aroffering good breakfasts.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Lindell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean Room Gret Staff
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nothing fancy, but very good rooms at a great location. Very nice front desk staff very helpful everyone also very good restaurant with an excellent waitstaff. Impeccably clean and very much looked after. I was very happy.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Shirley

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely not, rooms and bathrooms were horrible and needs remodel. Staff fantastic
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Street side rooms are noisy. Great restaurant on the premises.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a fantastic stay. Staff is like family.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Magnolia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good stuff and great service
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Gail

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
all was perfect!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Lurdes

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The room was fine, but lots of street noise. Staff was helpful but not very friendly.
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2026
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6/10 Okay

Steven

Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Some rooms are good. Staff would not allow friends to visit my room. Beds were good, air conditioning good. Mold in the bathroom. Staff was good, close to Malecón Price was good.
Mold on ceiling

Clean everywhere else.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

IRMA

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean, AC worked great. Staff was very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alix

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic service. Nice staff.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
staff was very helpful and the service of the room was very good
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025