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Hotel Rio Malecon

3.0 star property

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2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine
1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout drapes, soundproofing
Interior entrance
Romance Panoramic Penthouse | Private kitchen
Romance Panoramic Penthouse | Terrace/patio

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Pool

Explore the area

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Morelos 170, Centro, Puerto Vallarta, JAL, 48300
  • Malecon
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Playa de los Muertos
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Cruise Ship Terminal
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco (PVR-Licenciado Gustavo Diaz Ordaz Intl.)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Deluxe Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(16 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Superior Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(34 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Room, Kitchenette | Street view

Deluxe Room, Kitchenette

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(21 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

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Romance Panoramic Penthouse | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Romance Panoramic Penthouse

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Studio, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchenette | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Standard Studio, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchenette

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About this property

Hotel Rio Malecon

3-star hotel in Downtown Puerto Vallarta
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 feature safes and blackout drapes/curtains. Rooms open to balconies or patios. 32-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include showers. 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 under 10 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision.

Dining is available at one of the hotel's 2 restaurants and guests can grab coffee at the coffee shop/café. Guests can unwind with a drink at one of the hotel's bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Business-related amenities at this 3-star property consist of a meeting room and limo/town car service.

Public areas are equipped with complimentary wireless Internet access. Event facilities measuring 503 square feet (47 square meters) include conference space. This family-friendly hotel also offers an outdoor pool, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance.

Hotel Rio Malecon is a smoke-free property.

Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available for a surcharge between 7:30 AM and 12:30 PM on weekdays.
COEXISTbistro - This poolside restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). Happy hour is offered.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour offsite parking (MXN 840 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
  • Smoking not allowed

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

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Monday:
  • Bar/lounge
  • Dining venue(s)

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of MXN 475 per pet, per night, plus a deposit of MXN 500 per stay
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 33 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 10 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: MXN 500 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately MXN 220 to 260 for adults, and MXN 220 to 260 for children
  • Nearby parking fee: MXN 840 per day(66 ft away; open 24 hours)
  • Pet deposit: MXN 500 per stay
  • Pet fee: MXN 475 per pet, per night
  • Late check-out fee: MXN 1425 (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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-authorize 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, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number 3080

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Children under 10 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision
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. 467 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 318 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 115 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 47 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 56 out of 1003 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Returning Stay

I had another enjoyable stay at this property. It's very convenient for the activities and food options I'm looking for. Hotel is clean and comfortable (but I wish the pillows were firmer!) Restaurant on premises is good as well. No issues during my time at the hotel.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall a great location to experience the malecon and surrounding areas.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Frederico

Traveled with partner
Place was good, pleasant staff.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Muy cerca a
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Dean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Satisfied
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Shannon

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Caleb

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was the absolute worst hotel experience I've ever had. From the minute I arrived I was treated like garbage. The staff ( especially the manager ) were extremely rude, they would not allow a guest to visit me and the air conditioning unit leaked a puddle on my floor causing me to slip and fall. The hotel did not even apologize. I had to change hotels mid week and this ruined my entire trip. Expedia was not helpful whatsoever either. The 2 passed the buck back and forth and left me to fend for myself. This hotel treated all the white people the same way I met 2 other couples who were disgusted at how they were treated also. They accused us of smoking in our rooms when we absolutely did not. Then when we complained they threatened to have us arrested. Absolutely not a good experience. The hotel ruined my trip and did not care at all that I fell and could have been seriously injured.. never stay here never ever ever stay at this hotel. The loft Malecon up the street will take good care of you they were amazing to me once I got moved. But the rio malecon is absolutely horrendous in how they treat their guests
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Beverly

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
the staff was wonderful. the rooms were basic but clean. there no is area to really sit around the pool. we were also told that we were not allowed to visit in our rooms though we were all guests. a family member had the penthouse and we were told we could not visit though we were all paying guests and all together we had rented 5 rooms. when looking at policy it states visitors but we were all guests of the hotel
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laas

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Walkable to the shops, restaurants, beach, great location and wonderful staff, they were super friendly and helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Jelaire

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Hotel is clean and very nice! The location is perfect. The cleaning staff are wonderful. You have to remember though, that this is Mexico. It is noisy with outside car traffic. They are not nearly as accomodating as hotels in the US or Canada. The lady at the front desk loved to say No. Can we have an extra key? Can we have an extra hand towel? Can we be on the first floor? No. Can we have a room with 2 single beds? Yes, for $150 more. You get the picture. Overall, I know what to expect, and, I will stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel Rio never disappoints. Very convenient location . Staff are friendly and helpful. Food is great . We have stayed here many times .
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alejandro

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Hotel
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bernadette

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and comfortable. Very convenient location
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

andrew

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
its a good room but it is on a busy street.. staff were all good. the rooms are not as nice as the pool area :)
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marissa

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I really enjoy the esthetics of the property, it is very unique and calming.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Moe

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Great location. Room OK. Common areas need updo

Great location. Room ok, common areas need an urgent updo.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Gabriela, Burnaby

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
We were there last year. Staff has changed from last year. Would not return.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort

Noisy

On 3rd floor (2 flights up) without an elevator is somewhat challenging for seniors. Way too noisy.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roelof

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everyone was very pleasant.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Teresa

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
😞
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Jared

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Scott

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Basic accommodations. Nothing special. Pool in dining area so not really usable. Breakfast was the highlight but not included.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Jose

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025