Top 10 Colonia 5 de Diciembre Hotels of 2026

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Property	Property class	Guest rating
The Paramar Beachfront Boutique Hotel - Downtown Malecon	3.5 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
Villa Premiere Boutique Hotel & Romantic Getaway	5.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 1,004 reviews	View
Rosita Hotel	3.5 star property	8.8 Excellent 1,004 reviews	View
Loft Hotel Malecon Vallarta	2.0 star property	8.8 Excellent 1,000 reviews	View
Buenaventura Grand Hotel & Great Moments - All Inclusive	5.0 star property	8.4 Very good 1,320 reviews	View

Where to stay in Colonia 5 de Diciembre

Find the best Colonia 5 de Diciembre areas for the activities you enjoy most.

A coastal cityscape with a prominent pier, clear blue waters, and a beach area with umbrellas and palm trees.

Romantic Zone

Are you interested in stunning beaches, fantastic nightlife and popular shops? A visit to Romantic Zone might be the perfect thing. You can also explore top sights like Playa de los Muertos and Olas Altas Street.

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A coastal city with a prominent bridge, a beach, and numerous boats on the water.

Emiliano Zapata

While visiting Emiliano Zapata, you might make a stop by sights like Playa de los Muertos and Olas Altas Street.

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A coastal cityscape with a beach, high-rise hotels, and a clear blue sea.

Hotel Zone

Hotel Zone is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights area like Hotel Zone Beach and Cruise Ship Terminal.

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A coastal promenade with a rocky shoreline, a calm sea, and a cityscape in the background.

Downtown Puerto Vallarta

Downtown Puerto Vallarta is a destination visitors seek out for its beaches, abundant dining options and seaside views. You might want to check out attractions like Malecon or Camarones Beach while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

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A coastal cityscape with dense urban development, a prominent hill, and a view of the ocean.

Amapas

If you're spending some time in Amapas, Playa de los Muertos and Olas Altas Street are top sights worth seeing.

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Top Colonia 5 de Diciembre Hotel Reviews

Hotel Riu Palace Pacifico - Adults Only - All Inclusive

10/10 Excellent

"Amazing room cleaning, amazing bartenders, high quality food, everything you could ask for :)"

Hyatt Ziva Puerto Vallarta - All-inclusive

10/10 Excellent

"Overall, we loved this resort! The areas were always clean and I never noticed any garbage or dirt lying around. Our rooms were also very clean and were turned daily! They were also great at respecting our door when we did want some privacy. They gave courtesy calls to ensure we did not want cleaning and refills on our fridge just incase, which was appreciated. When there was a big problem with our room, they gave us a new one in less than 5 minutes after our call. The beach and pools were amazing and we never had trouble finding chairs/towels. The private beach was incredible and was soooo worth it! The food and room service were great! There were a lot of options of add ons to the all inclusive rate. Cabanas, romantic dinners, spa, etc. were all not included, but accessible (although expensive). We also went with our family of 20, and they had trouble sitting us together, even though we made reservations in advance. They had the space, but did not want to move the tables. After a member in our family said something, the Italian restaurant moved tables around, but it took about 30 minutes after our reservation was before they sat us together. The other restaurants only sat up to 8 people together. We do not blame them too much as we were big, but it didn't seem like they tried very hard to get us together. Other than this inconvenience of not being together during meals, this resort was great. I would highly recommend for couples. The beach was unbeatable and such a perk!"

Barceló Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive

10/10 Excellent

"The location was great and so was the view, privacy of beach and drinks. We had so much fun! The only thing that could use much improvement was the food. There were always just a few items that were so delicious but most of the food was bland and not representative of good Mexican cuisine. I wish they would have kept it with just seafood and Mexican dishes."

Frequently asked questions

What is Colonia 5 de Diciembre like?

Travellers to the Colonia 5 de Diciembre neighbourhood in Puerto Vallarta will be sure to enjoy their stay. Are you looking for Colonia 5 de Diciembre travel tips? Make sure that you visit Camarones Beach and Teatro Vallarta while you're in the neighbourhood.

What's a favourite hotel to stay in Colonia 5 de Diciembre?

Based on our traveller data, Buenaventura Grand Hotel & Great Moments - All Inclusive is one of the top choices for your stay in Colonia 5 de Diciembre. This property is a short 2-minute walk from Bay of Banderas, and it offers 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Other good options for your stay in the neighbourhood include The Paramar Beachfront Boutique Hotel - Downtown Malecon and Villa Premiere Boutique Hotel & Romantic Getaway.

How many hotels can I expect to find in the Colonia 5 de Diciembre area?

Expedia has 252 hotels and other accommodation options in Colonia 5 de Diciembre to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Puerto Vallarta area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Colonia 5 de Diciembre, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review the top deals on offer in Colonia 5 de Diciembre.

What can I see and do in this Puerto Vallarta neighbourhood?

Dip your toes in the water at Camarones Beach or Playa Las Glorias while you're in Colonia 5 de Diciembre. Teatro Vallarta and beach are some other stops worth a visit in the neighbourhood. Malecon and Playa de los Muertos are some popular places to visit in the area around Colonia 5 de Diciembre. While you're out sightseeing in Puerto Vallarta, make sure that you visit other sights such as Arte LatinoAmericano or Galeria Pacifico.

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Villa Premiere Boutique Hotel & Romantic Getaway

The Paramar Beachfront Boutique Hotel - Downtown Malecon

Torre Ku Rooftop Pool with Ocean Views

Buenaventura Grand Hotel & Great Moments - All Inclusive

Rosita Hotel

Hotel Portonovo Plaza Malecón

Paloma Del Mar

Hotel Boutique Suites Nadia

Loft Hotel Malecon Vallarta

Hotel Mocali

Hostal Luna Vallarta

Hostel Enjoy Vallarta 19

El Pescador Hotel

Hotel Casa Iguana Mismaloya

Grand Park Royal Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive

Villa Lala Boutique Hotel Adults Only

Hotel NUBAS Ixtapa Vallarta

Hotel Mousai Puerto Vallarta Adults Only

Krystal Grand Puerto Vallarta All Inclusive

Garza Blanca Preserve Resort & Spa

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Where to stay in Colonia 5 de Diciembre

Romantic Zone

Emiliano Zapata

Hotel Zone

Downtown Puerto Vallarta

Amapas

Top Colonia 5 de Diciembre Hotel Reviews

Hotel Riu Palace Pacifico - Adults Only - All Inclusive

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