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Playa Los Arcos Hotel Beach Resort and Spa

3 stars
Olas Altas 380, Puerto Vallarta, 48380
Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
3.7
out of 5
184 reviews
Best Location in PV

Although definitely a hotel with 3 star amenities and service, you cannot beat the location right... See full review

  • Its ALL Good
  • 11 Apr 2012
An annual New Years Getaway.

Had a real good time, employees were great. Not too much noise where are room was located, real... See full review

  • Rick7007
  • 6 Apr 2012
More than just a hotels Los Arcos is a unique type of resort where comfort and quality service are combined to give you an unforgettable vacation experience. A charming colonial Boutique Style Hotel designed and tastefully decorated to reflect style, refined hospitality and the unique flavor of the Mexican "Haciendas" of a 19th century. The recent decor is uniform and upgraded to compliment its charm and displaying the handiwork from Mexico. Highlighted with the entire staff donned in typical classical Mexican fare. lf you want to capture the true essence of Mexico this is the perfect place to stay.

The location of Playa Los Arcos is fabulous: 5 minutes walk from downtown Vallarta and strategically located on Vallarta's south downtown hotel zone in an rea known as "El Pueblito" where you can find all types of residences, the best restaurants, cafes, art galleries, boutiques, discos, night clubs and incredible landscape. Only 25 minutes from the international airport and challenging golf course nearby.

A Short walk from this friendly neighborhood is the center of town, six miles from International airport. If you want to capture the true essence of Mexico, this is the perfect place to stay.

Amenities:
Three connecting pools (one with waterfall)and Jacuzzy with vistas of the bay, sun deck patio and tropical gardens, 24 hour currency exchange service, room service from 7:30am to 10pm, baby sitting on request, daily maid service, house physician on call 24 hours, daily activities program, Spa service and free parking.

Playa Los Arcos Hotel Beach Resort and Spa Rooms

Superior Room
Rooms with one king bed or two double beds, private balcony or patio, marble bath room with shower, hair dryer, air-conditioned, in room safe, cable TV, direct dial telephone, ironing board on request. Superior Ocean View and Superior Ocean front are available at extra charge (based on request)

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Hotel Map

Area served
Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
Nearby airports
PVR - Puerta Vallarta International, six miles
Area description
Located on the best beach "Playa del Sol" a gorgeous stretch of beach on south downtown hotel zone. Just 5 minutes walking distance from downtown Vallarta.

Amenities

  • Babysitting/Child Services
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Concierge
  • Currency Exchange
  • Doctor on Call
  • Free Parking
  • Gift Shop
  • Internet Access
  • Outdoor Pool
  • Pool
  • Restaurant
  • Room Service
  • Safe Deposit Box
  • Solarium
  • Spa Services
  • Tour Desk
  • Wireless Internet

Dining

Tlaloc Palapa Bar
With live music nightly for your listening and dancing pleasure.
Mi Pueblito
In Mi Pueblito restaurant, you will enjoy our exquisite Mexican and international cousine. Enjoy our food on our terrace at the edge of the ocean with a precious view of the bay and a romantic yet friendly atmosphere that allows you to admire the beautiful "puestas del sol" (sunsets) of Puerto Vallarta.

Hotel Policies

Check-in:
1400
Check-out:
1200

Terms and conditions

Extra charges may apply for children. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the quoted rate.

The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use. All information has been provided by this hotel and not by ebookers

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Guest Reviews (184)

Ratings and reviews for Playa Los Arcos Hotel Beach Resort and Spa

Overall score

3.7 / 5
184 out of 184
Amenities:
3.6
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4.2
Room comfort:
3.4
Location:
4.7
Value:
4

82% would recommend to a friend.

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Review of Playa Los Arcos Hotel Beach Resort and Spa

Reviewer score

4
Its ALL Good
Los Gatos, CA, USA
11 Apr 2012

Best Location in PV

Although definitely a hotel with 3 star amenities and service, you cannot beat the location right on the beach, the room was cozy with a great view, and the restaurant had fun entertainment to start the evenings off. Also, I was able to figure out which staff members were most helpful and spoke the best English after a day or two. Would def go back for the price!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
3
Location:
5
Value:
4
Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

Avoid the tourist trap restaurants along the ocean front, except for a beer and some chips and salsa. Overall the food and service at these places were inferior and the prices were basically the same as in the US. The smaller local restaurants and vendors on the streets behind the hotel and throughout the city offered much better food at 1/10th the cost.

Review of Playa Los Arcos Hotel Beach Resort and Spa

Reviewer score

2
len len
hayward, ca
9 Apr 2012

location great

Hotel is kind of old and rustic, linens are old and bathroom are small.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
1
Hotel staff:
1
Room comfort:
1
Location:
4
Value:
3
Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

close to boardwalk

Review of Playa Los Arcos Hotel Beach Resort and Spa

Reviewer score

4
Rick7007
Corona, California
6 Apr 2012

An annual New Years Getaway.

Had a real good time, employees were great. Not too much noise where are room was located, real close to all the clubs that we like. I saw a comment before about the noise, but we didn’t have any problems.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
4
Nightlife tip: Short walk from hotel

Just be careful of your surroundings, and that’s any where you are, even in the US. We never had a problem in all the years we been there, but just be safe and don’t drink too much lol

Review of Playa Los Arcos Hotel Beach Resort and Spa

Reviewer score

4
bobcad36
Shoreview, MN, USA
27 Mar 2012

no ordinary 3star hotel.

it is average on amenities, but it is the best location in town. it's on the best beach, and the staff are wonderful.I stay here every year,and will next year too!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
3
Location:
5
Value:
4
Money-saving tip: Short walk from hotel

2 for 1 ribs from 2-4pm mon.-fri. at Torito's. Also try the pancake house up the block. Great meals cheap.

Review of Playa Los Arcos Hotel Beach Resort and Spa

Reviewer score

3
jwire2
canada
24 Mar 2012

nothing fancy

rooms are small, very old and not updated internet access spotty at best good access to beach and restaurants spent 3 weeks there, rooms too cramped for prolonged stay restaurant good

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
2
Location:
4
Value:
3
Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

lots of eating establishments to choose from in a vary short walk, food is good in quality and price, first time we stayed right in Old Town, would do it again but look for larger hotel room

Review of Playa Los Arcos Hotel Beach Resort and Spa

Reviewer score

5
Mexican Traveler
Eagan, MN, USA
20 Mar 2012

Annual Trip

I have stayed here 3 times now. Love the location, staff, and rooms. Can't go wrong for the price. Have also stayed at Casa Dona Susana whihc is nice too. The rooms are smaller at Casa and no kids running around. Los Arcos is more family oriented. I will definately stay at Los Arcos again & again!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of Playa Los Arcos Hotel Beach Resort and Spa

Reviewer score

4
Relaxed in Seattle
Seattle, WA, USA
18 Mar 2012

Great Location & Value

We just got back from a 6-day (5 night) trip. We were very pleased with the location and the proximity to the beach. Right in Zona Romantica, it's located close to lots of great restaurants and within walking distance to a lot of bars and shopping areas. Be sure to ask for a beach or semi-beach view for your room - you want to be able to open the windows/doors to get the breeze - the AC is mediocre at best and sounded like a jet engine taking off. The hotel is clean and we were told it's locally owned (haven't confirmed that) but it is Mexican owned. The staff is friendly (Esteban took care of us on the beach!). It is not a super luxury brand hotel but is GREAT for the traveller who isn't planning on doing much more than sleeping and showering in the room. We spoke with lots of people who have been coming to PV for 30+ years and have been staying in this hotel for at least the last 15 of those. One odd thing, we didn't see many locals while in PV (other than staff). At the restaurants and hotels seem to be mostly all American or Canadians on vacation. It would have been fun to see where the locals go for great food. Even the street vendors had a lot of non-natives eating at them. We would definitely stay here on our next trip to PV. Again, the location and being right on the beach are exactly what you want when staying there!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
3
Location:
4
Value:
4
Money-saving tip: In Hotel

Don't bother with the inclusive - the food at the restaurant is okay but the restaurants around the hotel are fantastic!

Review of Playa Los Arcos Hotel Beach Resort and Spa

Reviewer score

4
Monar
Omaha, NE, USA
14 Mar 2012

Just one more vacation for the winter!

We have stayed at Los Arco's many times and you could not stay at a better place as far as location and a great time to experience PV old town. The hotel, beach and pool area are clean and the staff is very friendly. You are treated very nice and you feel very safe and comfortable all the time.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
5
Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

You can walk to some great places to dine or take a short cab ride to other great places to eat and watch the sunset. You are right in the middle of old town so you can go every where. The Saturday Farmer's Market is 2 blocks away and it is great.

Review of Playa Los Arcos Hotel Beach Resort and Spa

Reviewer score

4
Twinkle toes flinstone
Salem, Oregon
13 Mar 2012

authentic beachfront getaway

Very cool place. Authentic and very welcoming feeling from the moment we arrived. My spanglish is no bueno. But it did not matter. The staff were so kind to help us learn & they all spoke very good english. Everyone honestly treated us like a king & queen the whole time. Great views no matter where you are..front desk, pools, lounge, dinning area, or directly in front on beach. I would definatley come back again.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
5
Money-saving tip: Not Applicable

When the locals on the beach try to sell you anything return your bid with half the amount of pesos asked! :)

Review of Playa Los Arcos Hotel Beach Resort and Spa

Reviewer score

5
PV Vacation Reviewer
Chicago, IL, USA
5 Mar 2012

Best Location

Best location in Old Vallarta, we could walk to more places than we could visit in 10 days. Nice pool, hot tub, and access to a great beach. Breakfast at the hotel is their best meal served...go somewhere else for dinner! Super friendly staff. We will definitely stay here again.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
5
Money-saving tip: In Hotel

Happy hour (2 for 1 on everything) 1-3pm and 6-8pm everyday...at this hotel and other bars/hotels within walking distance.

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