Rivera del Rio Boutique Hotel

Boutique inn with 2 outdoor pools, near Playa de los Muertos

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Experience the charm of Rivera del Rio Boutique Hotel, near Playa de los Muertos and Malecon. Relax by one of two outdoor pools or unwind in the spa tub with a massage, manicure/pedicure or facial. The helpful staff is ready to assist you during your stay.
VIP Access
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Airport transfer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • 2 outdoor pools and indoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Hot tub
  • Pool bar
  • Bar/lounge
  • Room service
  • Spa services
  • Babysitting
  • Airport drop-off service
  • Terrace

Feel at home (6)

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Refrigerator
  • Private bathroom
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
$89 nightly
$108 total
Mar 9 - Mar 10
Total with taxes and fees

Why we love this property

Riverside boutique inn
This charming inn on the boardwalk boasts river views and a garden oasis. Beautiful curated decor enhances the boutique atmosphere throughout.
Breakfast and bar options
Full breakfast awaits morning enthusiasts at this inn. A welcoming bar serves delicious drinks for evening relaxation.
Dreamy sleep experience
Curl up in curated rooms with pillowtop mattresses and premium bedding. Balcony views await after in-room massages wrapped in plush bathrobes.

Room options

Showing 10 of 10 rooms
Candelaria Suite | Bathroom sink
Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Candelaria Suite

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
  • 753 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
Cortez Room | Bathroom sink
Cortez Room | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
Cortez Room | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
Cortez Room | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Cortez Room

Good

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
  • 750 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
Balcony view
Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
Maria Room | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Maria Room

Exceptional

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
  • 500 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
Balcony view
Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Mariposa Room

Exceptional

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Pillowtop bed
  • 495 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
The Green Room | Balcony view
Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

The Green Room

Exceptional

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Pillowtop bed
  • 495 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
Bathroom sink
Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Carlotta Suite

Exceptional

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
  • 753 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
Free toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes, towels
Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
Fridge, microwave

The Alejandro Suite

Exceptional

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
  • River view
  • 753 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
Free toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes, towels
Scarlet Room | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Scarlet Room

Exceptional

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Pillowtop bed
  • River view
  • 500 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
Room, 1 King Bed | Bathroom | Free toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes, towels
Room, 1 King Bed | Bathroom | Free toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes, towels
Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room, 1 King Bed

Exceptional

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Pillowtop bed
  • 493 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
Medusa Penthouse | Balcony view
Medusa Penthouse | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
Medusa Penthouse | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
Medusa Penthouse | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Medusa Penthouse

Exceptional

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
  • Mountain view
  • 700 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
104 Rivera del Rio, Puerto Vallarta, JAL, 48380

What's nearby

  • Cuale Island - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Olas Altas Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Malecon - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Playa de los Muertos - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Los Muertos Pier - 12 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Licenciado Gustavo Diaz Ordaz Intl. Airport (PVR) - 28 min drive
  • Airport drop-off service

Restaurants

  • ‪La Fonda De Mariana - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Mariscos Cisneros - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Marisma Fish Taco - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Trattoria Di Nuovo - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Tony's Please - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Rivera del Rio Boutique Hotel

Rivera del Rio Boutique Hotel offers a great location, putting you within a 15-minute walk of Playa de los Muertos and Bay of Banderas. You can take a dip in the indoor pool, then indulge in deep-tissue massages, facials, or mani/pedis. Other highlights at this boutique inn include 2 outdoor pools, a poolside bar, and a hot tub. Fellow travelers say great things about the pool and helpful staff.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 19 rooms
    • Arranged over 4 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 7 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

    • The property charges 3 percent for credit card payments
    • The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 10:00 PM
    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

    • Babysitting*

Pets

    • Pets allowed*

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Free uncovered onsite self parking
    • Onsite parking limited

Transfers

    • Airport drop off on request (available 24 hours)*

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:30 AM–10:30 AM
  • Bar/lounge
  • Poolside bar
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Room service (limited hours)

Traveling with children

  • Babysitting (surcharge)

What to do

  • Beach nearby
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • 2 buildings/towers
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • An indoor pool
  • Spa services
  • Hot tub

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Closed captioned TV
  • 2 stairs to reach property
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Bathrobes
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

What to enjoy

  • In-room massage
  • Balcony or patio
  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Free long-distance and local calls

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Spa

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and Swedish massages.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately MXN 240 for adults and MXN 240 for children
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of MXN 800 per vehicle. Maximum occupancy 4
  • Late check-in between 10:00 PM and midnight can be arranged for an extra charge of MXN 600
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of MXN 800 (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 3 percent

Children & extra beds

  • Babysitting is available for an extra charge
  • Cribs/infant beds are available for MXN 600.0 per day
  • Rollaway beds are available for MXN 600.0 per day

Pets

  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of MXN 600 per pet, per night

Policies

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.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Please note that this property has many stairs and is not wheelchair accessible.

Also known as

Rio Boutique
Rio Boutique Hotel
Rio Rivera
Rivera del Rio Boutique
Rivera del Rio Boutique Hotel
Rivera del Rio Boutique Hotel Puerto Vallarta
Rivera del Rio Boutique Puerto Vallarta
Rivera Rio Boutique Hotel Puerto Vallarta
Rivera Rio Boutique Hotel
Rivera Rio Boutique Puerto Vallarta
Rivera Rio Boutique
Rivera Del Rio Puerto Vallarta
Rivera del Rio Boutique Hotel Inn
Rivera del Rio Boutique Hotel Puerto Vallarta
Rivera del Rio Boutique Hotel Inn Puerto Vallarta

Frequently asked questions

Is there a pool at Rivera del Rio Boutique Hotel?

Yes, there are 2 outdoor pools and an indoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Rivera del Rio Boutique Hotel?

Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of MXN 600 per pet, per night.

Is parking offered on site at Rivera del Rio Boutique Hotel?

Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Rivera del Rio Boutique Hotel?

Yes, a shuttle from the hotel to the airport is available. The charge is MXN 800 per vehicle.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Rivera del Rio Boutique Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 7 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of MXN 800 (subject to availability). Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at Rivera del Rio Boutique Hotel?

No, this inn doesn't have a casino, but Casino Life The Marine Core Vallarta (7-min drive) and Vallarta Casino (8-min drive) are both nearby.

What is there to do at Rivera del Rio Boutique Hotel and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like cycling, fishing, and horseback riding. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours. Enjoy a relaxing soak in the hot tub and an invigorating swim in the indoor pool. Rivera del Rio Boutique Hotel also has 2 outdoor pools and spa services, as well as a picnic area and a garden.

Does Rivera del Rio Boutique Hotel have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a balcony or patio.

What's the area around Rivera del Rio Boutique Hotel like?

Rivera del Rio Boutique Hotel is located on the boardwalk/promenade in Romantic Zone, a short 16-minute walk from Malecon and 12 minutes' walk from Playa de los Muertos. The local area is popular for its beaches and our guests say it is very walkable.

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Rivera del Rio Boutique Hotel Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.4

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • The rooftop pool was a highlight with its 24-hour access, breathtaking views, and excellent bar service. (42 reviews)
  • Breakfast was a nice spread with a continental option and a menu choice, often described as delicious and a great way to start the day. (19 reviews)
  • The property is within a short, safe, and walkable distance to the beach. (9 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff, good recommendations. Good location short walk from the Guadalupe church and zona romantica. A little dark at night but felt safe
David, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very friendly staff, clean room with a view. Great location. We love the uniqueness of this place!
Qian, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was a great stay!
Merlan, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful property with absolutely amazing staff!
William, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great Property, Every room is different. Loved the Property.
Tyler, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff is excellent. The rooms are lovely (we’ve stayed here twice). The location is fabulous - quiet and charming. Lovely rooftop pool / bar where the delightful Jesus tends bar. Highly recommended if you’re looking for something other than a boring resort.
Colleen, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The Alejandro room is beautiful and spacious! Was even better than the pictures! We enjoyed everything about it, from check in to check out the staff were above and beyond helpful. The rooftop pool was ours to ourselves three times in two nights stay. We are definitely going to stay here again :)
Steve, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful view friendly staff
Rahmek, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This is our second time staying here and it was fabulous. The staff is wonderful. Beautiful eclectic place.
Elizabeth, 10-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fun hotel. No fuss, good for independent travelers. I loved being by the river. It made for cool and shady walks. Loads of good restaurants all around. One 5 star a few paces from the hotel.
Balcony from my room
View of town and ocean from my balcony
Wendilyn, 8-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I loved staying at this hotel, the room concept is incredible, it was very clean and tidy.
Wendy, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very historic and nice location.
Tracy chun-xi, 6-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Best boutique hotel in Zona Romantica

Beautiful hotel with an amazing infinity pool
Daniel, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Just wonderful
Valerie, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We really loved the hotel . The rooms with high ceilings and rooftop pool were incredible. We will be back.
Bill, 10-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Head to the 7th floor for fan drinks & great conversation, plus a rooftop infinity pool. Rooms are beautiful and unique. Eclectic, but it feels curated.
Mari Catherine, 7-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Best margaritas I drank in all of Mexico.
Jhoselyn, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The hotel was wonderful
Meagan Rose, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

My 4th visit to the property in 13 months. The staff are incredible and you feel very at home.
Sunsets at the rooftop pool.
David, 8-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Awesome rooftop pool/bar and view! High quality stafe, especially Jesus, Javier, and Ivan. Extremely clean and welcoming to everyone.
Lawrence Ronald Gunn, 21-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing property with the nicest staff.
Pamela, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Rivera del Rio was amazing, I loved everything about my stay. The staff was wonderful, the building is fascinating, the pools were luxurious, and I looked forward to breakfast every day.
Martha Josephine, 6-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Our second time staying here and definitely not our last!
Chris, 6-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay.
Andrew, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This hotel feels like coming home.There are so many positive things I can say
Angela, 9-night trip