Neighborhood / Areas in Puerto Vallarta

North Vallarta Area | Puerto Vallarta Area | South Vallarta Area

North Area | Puerto Vallarta

Punta de Mita Encompassing the entire northern peninsula of the bay, this is really a destination in itself. Surrounded on three sides by the tropical bay and crystal clear waters and anchored by the Four Season hotel and Jack Nicklaus signature golf course, this area attracts jet setters and CEO's from around the world. Offering unparalled service, amenities, and captivating beauty, this area is setting a new standard for Mexico and all of Latin America. Golf course townhomes are still available at under one million dollars, and private villas start at approximately two million and range upwards to twenty million. But hurry, this area has been experiencing some of the highest appreciation in the entire bay, and these prices could easily double again in the next few years when you compare them against other world class resort destinations. San Pancho Also known as San Francisco (Pancho is short for Francisco, as is Paco), San Pancho and Sayulita are quiet rural towns about an hour north of Puerto Vallarta (in the state of Nayarit). Popular with surfers, they both have great beaches, jungle, and plenty of solitude for those who seek it. A trip to the market means a trip into town. Basic staples can be had in Bucerias, about 15 minutes further south. For heavier duty shopping, Marina Vallarta is a half hour south. Buses and cabs are available, and for those used to long commutes, San Pancho may not seem too far away. And although it's developing quickly, San Pancho has also managed to retain a sense of culture. Several new beachfront and hillside developments are in process, with prices slightly lower than closer to town. Nuevo Vallarta Anchored by two spectacular beachfront resorts with 18 hole championship golf courses, (Mayan Palace and Paradise Village) Nuevo Vallarta is experiencing a surge in populatrity. Thirty minutes north of downtown Puerto Vallarta, Nuevo Vallarta is home to resort hotels, golf course and waterfront villas, and a beautiful, sandy beach. There is a small shopping mall, but for now, most residents pop down to Marina Vallarta (5 to 10 minutes south) to do their shopping. Currently, two bedroom golf course condominiums are in the $250k range, townhome villas $450k and private golf course homes start at $650k. Access to a spectacular sports club, world class spa and beach club is included. Beachfront condominiums are starting at around $450k. Nuevo Vallarta is just over the border between the states of Jalisco and Nayarit, which puts it in another time zone. Traveling into Puerto Vallarta means moving your watch ahead an hour, traveling home again means moving it back. We suspect that most of Nuevo Vallarta's residents keep their watches on Puerto Vallarta time. Marina Vallarta Though technically still in Puerto Vallarta, Marina Vallarta is a good 15 to 20 minute drive north from downtown. The Marina boasts dozens of restaurants, shops, malls, a golf course, and, of course, a large marina with every service imaginable. The land is flat and walking is easy, so everything is convenient. Lots of wealthy Mexicans live in Marina Vallarta, along with a growing contingent of Americans and Canadians. Two bedroom marina view condominiums are available in the $250k range, and private homes on the golf course start at $350k. Shangrila is a spectacular ocean front tower boasting units of 3,500 sq. ft and prices starting in the $500k´s. A new beachfront project, Siete Mares is slated to break ground shortly featuring spectacular units, great views, a marina and luxury shopping.

*All images by Virtual Vallarta Productions