Velas Vallarta Suites ResortvsHacienda Alemana Boutique Hotel
Both hotels are recommended by expert writers. On balance, Velas Vallarta ranks marginally better than Hacienda Alemana. Velas Vallarta comes in at 73 with praise from 3 sources including DK Eyewitness, oyster.com and Fodor's.
Velas Vallarta Suites Resort
Av Costera s/n, LH2, Fracc Marina Vallarta, Puerto Vallarta 48354
From $282/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Fodor's
"Silky sheets and cozy down duvets, multiple ceiling fans, and large flat-screen TVs are a few of the creature comforts that set Velas apart from the rest." Full review
Oyster
Upscale
"The gardens and grounds are still charming, the pools (with a lazy river) and recreational options are excellent, and the restaurants are hitting on all cylinders." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"A handsome 10-acre, beachfront, all-suite hotel built in a horseshoe shape. Impeccably kept, with beautiful marble floors, pastel walls, Huichol art, and Mexican textiles."
Star Service
"On the beach, within walking distance of both the marina and 18-hole golf course, this is a classic international tropical resort, capably run and service-oriented." Full review
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Because of landscaping, request a room above the third or fourth floor for the best ocean views.
Forbes Travel Guide
4 Stars
"Puerto Vallarta is typically known as a family-centric destination, but the luxury boutique hotel Casa Velas Puerto Vallarta eschews that notion." Full review
Afar Magazine
"Velas Vallarta Resort has the distinct advantage of offering you an intriguing balance of sybaritic retreat conveniences with plenty of opportunities for genuine cultural immersion." Full review
Hacienda Alemana Boutique Hotel
Basilio Badillo 378, Col. Emiliano Zapata, Puerto Vallarta 48380
From $92/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Fodor's
"Rooms here have king-size beds, 32-inch TVs, and double-pane windows to keep out noise." Full review
Rough Guide
"New hotel with ten crisp, stylish rooms with flat-screen TVs and sauerbraten, bratwurst and German beer in steins – they even celebrate Oktoberfest here."