Centro Ixtapa
Puerto Vallarta
Visit Centro Ixtapa
Popular places to visit
Malecon
Sip coconut water, eat grilled fish and check out the shopping and entertainment at this beachside promenade.
Playa de los Muertos
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Playa de los Muertos during your travels in Romantic Zone? Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this romantic area.
Playa Gemelas
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Playa Gemelas during your travels in Mismaloya? Amble around this relaxing area's seaside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Los Arcos
Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore Los Arcos, a lovely green space in Mismaloya. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area.
Playa Mismaloya
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Playa Mismaloya during your travels in Mismaloya? Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area or visit its lively bars.
Garza Blanca Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Garza Blanca Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Mismaloya. Amble around this relaxing area's seaside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Hop On Hop Off Tour with Free Stops in Puerto Vallarta
Puerto Vallarta: Full Day Hike to 6 Hidden Beaches & Snorkel
Puerto Vallarta: Los Arcos Islands Boat Tour and Snorkeling
Puerto Vallarta City Highlights, Tequila and Coffee Factory
Los Arcos 5 islands Snorkeling Cliff Jumping and Hidden Beach
Puerto Vallarta's Best Canopy Zipline + Jorullo Bridge walk!
Top hotels in Centro Ixtapa
Hotel Riu Jalisco - All Inclusive
Reno’s are great! Love the friendly helpful staff.
Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026
Hotel Riu Vallarta - All Inclusive
Clean, friendly staff, nice.
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
Hotel Riu Palace Pacifico - Adults Only - All Inclusive
Due to recent troubles the hotel was way under capacity. They decided to open only some of the restaurants without informing us before we left despite being told they are all available. I understand why but there was zero accommodation. Probably should have cancelled. Will never return
Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026
Delta Hotels by Marriott Riviera Nayarit, An All-Inclusive Resort
Amazing first experience, I would definitely recommend.
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
Barceló Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive
The resort itself was amazing, the views, the weather, the hotel room it was all great. the only thing we were disappointed with was the food. the food was HORRIBLE not only did it taste bad but i got the worst food poisoning of my life and threw up around 20 times. and no i didn’t drink the water. ...
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
Hotel Mio Riviera Nayarit - Adults Only
Location great & staff very welcoming.
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Centro Ixtapa
Isla Iguana
While there might not be top attractions in Isla Iguana, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Cruise Ship Terminal and Vallarta Casino.
Marina Vallarta
Travellers to Marina Vallarta praise its stunning beaches. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by El Faro Lighthouse and Marina Vallarta Golf Club.
Garza Blanca
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Garza Blanca and surrounding area, you can visit Hotel Zone Beach and Playa Las Glorias.
Fluvial Vallarta
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Fluvial Vallarta and surrounding area, you can visit Cruise Ship Terminal and Hotel Zone Beach.
Díaz Ordaz
While Díaz Ordaz may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Cruise Ship Terminal and Malecon.
Hotel Zone
Hotel Zone is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights area like Cruise Ship Terminal and Hotel Zone Beach.
