r/puertovallarta

I'm a single, early 30s male doing a solo trip for a week. I arrive this Saturday. Any recommendations on bars, clubs or other things to do? I'm looking to get out and be social. Also any suggestions on do's and don'ts would be great. Thank you!

Hi everyone,

I’m looking at possibly staying in Puerto Vallarta from late June for 1 to 3 months and would appreciate some local advice before booking anything.

I’m looking for a private studio or small apartment, not shared accommodation. I’m not coming for nightlife or partying. I mainly want somewhere quiet where I can work long hours, keep costs sensible, and have a good daily routine.

What I’m looking for:

• Private studio or small apartment
• Quiet area with low street noise
• Reliable fast WiFi
• Easy food delivery nearby
• Good coffee nearby
• Safe enough to walk out for food/coffee
• Somewhere I can get by mostly with English while learning basic Spanish
• Best value possible, ideally not tourist-priced

I’ve seen people mention Versalles, Fluvial, Marina, Downtown, and Zona Romántica, but I’m not sure which is best for a quiet work-focused stay rather than a holiday.

A few questions:

1. Which area would you recommend for this kind of stay?
2. Is Versalles a good balance of quiet, food, coffee, and value?
3. Is Fluvial better if I want more peace and less tourist noise?
4. What monthly price range is realistic for a decent private studio or one-bed apartment?
5. Is it realistic to find something decent around $600 to $900 USD per month?
6. Are there any areas I should avoid because of noise, poor internet, or inflated tourist prices?
7. Are Airbnb/Booking prices much higher than what I could find locally?

Any honest advice would be really appreciated. I’m trying to make a sensible decision before booking.

My trip was originally cancelled by WestJet (got a full refund, thankfully) so I rebooked different dates! Of course, when my trip was cancelled I deleted my post about activities and things to do as a solo traveler. So I'm trying again.

I'm 42 and newly divorced. I don't drink or do drugs, and am on a mission to do a combination of relax and do something fun that won't break the bank.

I would also like to know if there is a place that offers massages on the beach.

Also - where do single people meet up?

Any advice or tips would be great!

Gracias!

Has anyone else noticed the significant increase and limited nonstop flights into PV? I’m in the Bay Area and getting married on November. As I was looking to book my flights I noticed there is only 1 non stop flight and it’s significantly more expensive than I’ve ever paid before.

Has anyone else noticed this? Is this because of roving oil prices? Will this ever get better?

Hello! My husband and I are visiting Puerto Vallarta in August and I will be 23 weeks pregnant. We are staying at a resort and I plan on doing a lot of relaxing, but what are some other fun activities we could do?

What bars and clubs have the best backrooms?

What should me (22M) and my partner (22M) expect?

Are they worthwhile during the week or just the weekend? It also pride week so I would assume it’s busier.

Honestly, we both met in high school and have only been with each other so aren’t even sure of the etiquette or what to expect?

Hola. Dejé mi teléfono en un Uber esta noche. El auto es un Nissan Versa y el nombre del conductor es Jesus Eduardo en Puerto Vallarta. Por favor, pónganse en contacto También pueden preguntar por mi nombre en el Hotel Fiesta Americana. Me pueden contactar por WhatsApp a ese mismo número. Se agradece cualquier ayuda

Hello. I left my phone in an Uber tonight. Nissan Versa and the driver name is Jesus Eduardo in Puerto Vallarta. Please contact me. I don't know what to do so I'm posting here. Also, contact Fiesta Americana Hotel for my name. You can Whatsapp me at the number above too. Any help will be much appreciated.

Hello!
We are visiting the area and planning to stop by Bucerias to explore.
I am looking for some Mexican glassware (drinking glasses). Where would be a good spot to find this?

Gracias!

First time visitor and i’m so excited. I’ll be staying at the Riu, Is it best to book taxi pickup with the resort or I can uber fairly? I do not speak any Spanish.

Also any suggestions on money conversions (I’ll like to hold some cash), i’ve heard to definitely not do at the airport?

Appreciate your responses. Thanks.

This will be our first time in PV. Staying in Zona Romantico. Any places should we go? Looking to also meet other people. Me (44) my partner is (60). Looking forward to having some fun 🤩.

Does the Costco there stock a good variety of fresh flowers?

We are getting married there and the resort only provided the bridal bouquet.

I'm aware this might be sacrilege, but I don't want a tres leches cake 😭

I'm looking for a 2+ layer, moist af, silky, decadent cake. Chocate, vanilla, Oreo, matcha, idgaf. Ideally not carrot though, because raisins do not belong in anything other than cinnamon oatmeal raisin cookies.

I know Bucerias is kinda no man's land these days (post high season) but please help a girl out - does anyone know where to find a sinful cake that isn't a tres leches or cheesecake?

Thank you ❤️🎂❤️

Update: you will never ever get your card back. Good to know :) time to enjoy my trip!!

Update: MoneyGram app to Banco Azteca worked!! Don’t do Oxxo. Learned a lot of lessons through this adventure, might make a separate post about it later.

Now it’s time to enjoy the birthday!! 🎉

Hi, I’m visiting from Canada for the week and could use some advice.

Day 0: My credit card PIN locked, and the bank will not fix it over the phone. I cannot insert the card, but I can still tap or process manual/online charges.

Day 2: My bank card was eaten by an ATM beside a bank in Old Town, and the bank does not reopen until Sunday.

I tried sending myself money through MoneyGram to OXXO, but that is down too.

I need a Plan G. Are there any expats who would consider letting me e-transfer them in exchange for cash? I will make it worth your while.

I’m hoping the bank gives me my card back Monday, but also… this is Mexico lol.

Also, this is a fresh account, but I am in fact a real human lol.

Any advice would be appreciated.

Any strong feelings with respect to Primera Plus vs. Vallarta Plus?

We were heading to the airport Friday and saw this stunning yacht docked right near the main highway. Love the wrapper chopper on the bow! Does anyone know the name of this vessel?

Hey all, visiting soon and looking to get padi certified/lessons. Anyone have good recommendations?

Heading to PV next week. Are there any fun beach clubs? We have a group of 8. If so, give me ideas on cost and days/times to go!