In the heart of Puerto Vallarta, Hotel Rio Malecon offers a vibrant retreat. Enjoy international cuisine at one of the two on-site restaurants or unwind by the outdoor pool and lush garden. With free in-room WiFi, helpful staff, and convenient services like tour assistance and concierge services.
Church of Our Lady of Guadalupe - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Malecon - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Playa de los Muertos - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Getting around
Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco (PVR-Licenciado Gustavo Diaz Ordaz Intl.) - 26 min drive
Area shuttle (surcharge)
Cruise terminal shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
Starbucks - 2 min walk
Lix Xocodiva - 1 min walk
Devil's Bar - 1 min walk
Roberto's - 2 min walk
Mi Crepa - 1 min walk
About this property
Hotel Rio Malecon
Hotel Rio Malecon offers a great location, putting you within a short 10-minute walk of Bay of Banderas and Playa de los Muertos. The outdoor pool is a great spot to take a dip, and guests can grab a bite to eat at COEXISTbistro, one of 2 restaurants, which serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Other highlights include a poolside bar, a terrace and a garden. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff and restaurant.
At a glance
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Hotel size
46 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is noon
Late check-out subject to availability
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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
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
Children (10 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
No cots (infant beds)
Babysitting*
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Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only, 1 total, up to 15 kg per pet)*
Restrictions apply*
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
24-hours off-site parking within 66 ft (MXN 1200 per day)
Street parking available
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Transfers
Cruise terminal shuttle*
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Off-site
Area shuttle*
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) on weekday mornings 7:30 AM–12:30 PM
2 restaurants
Bar/lounge
Poolside bar
Coffee shop
Private dining
Room service (limited hours)
Travelling with children
Children stay for free (see details)
Babysitting (surcharge)
What to do
Beach nearby
Whale watching nearby
Working away
Meeting room
Conference space (503 square feet)
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Limo or town car service
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 1958
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Terrace
An outdoor pool
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Visual alarms in hallways
Handrails in stairwells
Stairwell handrail height (centimetres): 3
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Well-lit path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
32-inch Smart TV
Digital TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Sleep well
Blackout curtains
Soundproofed rooms
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Balcony or patio
Freshen up
Shower only
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Phone
Food and drink
Champagne service
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Housekeeping on weekdays
In-room safe
Access via exterior corridors
Special features
Dining
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.
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
Deposit: MXN 500 per stay
Optional extras
Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately MXN 220 to 260 for adults and MXN 220 to 260 for children
Local area shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
Late checkout can be arranged for an extra charge of MXN 1425 (subject to availability)
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
Children & extra beds
Babysitting is available for an extra charge
Pets
Pet deposit: MXN 500 per stay
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of MXN 500 per pet, per night
Parking
Parking is available nearby and costs MXN 1200 per day (66 ft away; open 24 hours)
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Children under 10 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision
Policies
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.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and window guards on-site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
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.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Property Registration Number 3080
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
Frequently asked questions
Does Hotel Rio Malecon offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hotel Rio Malecon does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Hotel Rio Malecon?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool. The swimming pool will be unavailable from May 19 2026 to May 19 2026 (dates subject to change).
Are pets allowed at Hotel Rio Malecon?
Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 1 total and maximum weight of 15 kg per pet. There's a charge of MXN 500 per pet, per night, and there's also a deposit of MXN 500 per stay. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
Is parking offered on site at Hotel Rio Malecon?
No, unfortunately. However, there's street parking available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Rio Malecon?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 5:30 AM. Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge of MXN 1425 (subject to availability).
Is there an on-site casino at Hotel Rio Malecon?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Casino Life The Marine Core Vallarta (6-min drive) and Vallarta Casino (7-min drive) are both nearby.
What is there to do at Hotel Rio Malecon and nearby?
Hotel Rio Malecon has an outdoor pool and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Hotel Rio Malecon?
Yes, there are 2 on-site restaurants, featuring al fresco dining, international cuisine and garden views.
Does Hotel Rio Malecon have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a balcony or patio.
What's the area around Hotel Rio Malecon like?
Hotel Rio Malecon is located near Olas Altas Beach in Downtown Puerto Vallarta, a short 4-minute walk from Bay of Banderas and 8 minutes' walk from Playa de los Muertos. Travellers say that the hotel is in a great location.
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Reviews
Hotel Rio Malecon Reviews
8.2
Very good
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8.8
Cleanliness
9.2
Location
8.8
Staff & service
8.2
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
The air conditioning at this property works great and is a notable highlight. (8 reviews)
The property is well-located and within walking distance to the beach. (5 reviews)
Breakfast at the property was tasty, well-priced, and offered a variety of options including a killer omelette. (7 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional
4 Apr, 2026
The room was fantastic with great A/C
The Staff feel like family and room very clean
Sharon
Sharon, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good
24 Mar, 2026
The staff was great to work with. The location was great, too, 1 block from the ocean and plenty of restaurants and shops to visit.
Thomas
Thomas, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
29 Mar, 2026
The air conditioning was excellent
Clean rooms and exceptional staff
Judy
Judy, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
10 Mar, 2026
Nice and helpful staff,good location.
Miika
Miika, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
29 Mar, 2026
AC was great. Food was delicious. Area was perfect. Less than 1 minute to malecon and area provided many good shops and restaurants!!
Justin
Justin, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
10 Feb, 2026
Room was always clean, staff was wonderful.
doyle
doyle, 7-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
29 Jan, 2026
Room was so clean, staff so friendly and helpful
Heather
Heather, 10-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
5 Feb, 2026
Amazing staff and service. Exceptional location.
Mike
Mike, 6-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
25 Jan, 2026
Friendly staff and clean room. Good location.
brian
brian, 7-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
10 Dec, 2025
Fantastic everything
Great location
Awesome staff
Beautiful room
James
James, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
19 Mar, 2026
The hotel itself is clean and relatively quiet for rooms facing the street. Only issue I had was pillows being too soft. Didn't feel like there was any support so sleep could have been better.
Anton
Anton, 5-night trip
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8/10 Very good
3 Feb, 2026
Room was nice and staff was greay
Darrell
Darrell, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
20 Dec, 2025
The staff were so helpful and very friendly.
Eric
Eric, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
24 Jan, 2026
Centrally located. Room was spacious and clean. Reception polite and helpful. Pleasant interior courtyard aroffering good breakfasts.
Christopher
Christopher, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
3 Feb, 2026
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.
Stephen
Stephen, 5-night trip
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8/10 Very good
3 Jan, 2026
Street side rooms are noisy. Great restaurant on the premises.
Adrian
Adrian, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
4 Dec, 2025
Always a fantastic stay. Staff is like family.
David
David, 8-night trip
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8/10 Very good
6 Jan, 2026
Good stuff and great service
Magnolia
Magnolia, 5-night trip
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6/10 Good
11 Feb, 2026
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.
Steven
Steven, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
11 Dec, 2025
Fantastic service. Nice staff.
Alix
Alix, 9-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
3 Nov, 2025
Room was very clean, AC worked great. Staff was very friendly.
IRMA
IRMA, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
30 Oct, 2025
staff was very helpful and the service of the room was very good
Paul
Paul, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
19 Sept, 2025
Paradise
Beautiful hotel with amazing staff. Perfect location, with excellent views.
Veronica
Veronica, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
31 May, 2025
Really good experience, near of the beach and good options for food
Valentina
Valentina, 5-night trip
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8/10 Very good
28 Jan, 2026
We just needed a room to sleep so we got this hotel but we did not know that it was located by a busy street. the glass door is not too thick so the noise of the cars driving by, can be heard. Also, the room was ok but I can see that the building is a little bit old..
On the other side I can say that is location is very convenient if you’re not driving, because you can walk around the malecón and restaurants are plenty around the area too..