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Boutique Hotel Posada

Beachfront apartment with kitchen and balcony

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Kitchenette
Front seating area with fold-out
Private balcony and hammock
Mexicana tiled bathroom
View into the mountains

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace

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Boca de Tomatlan, JAL
  • Place, Colomitos Beach
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Los Arcos
  • Place, Playa Mismaloya
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco (PVR-Licenciado Gustavo Diaz Ordaz Intl.)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Boutique Hotel Posada

Charming well maintained all suite hotel located directly on the Rivera del Rio a short walk or swim away from Banderas Bay. Full kitchen facilities, living room and balconies overlooking the river, bay and Sierra Madre mountains. Large patio area just for guest during the week, and a lovely roof-top restaurant on the week-ends.Hike, swim, boat or just relax! Kayaks, movies and on-site owners here

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 12:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
On outer balconies only please
Smoking only on outer decks. Please be considerate of other guests and limit noise after 11PM.

Important information

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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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

About the area

Puerto Vallarta

Located in Puerto Vallarta, this apartment is on the beach. While the natural beauty of Bay of Banderas and Playa Mismaloya can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Cruise Ship Terminal. Los Arcos and Vallarta Zoo are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Boca de Tomatlan, JAL

What's nearby

  • Boca de Tomatlan Trailhead - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Colomitos Beach - 16 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Playa Mismaloya - 6 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Playa Gemelas - 7 min drive - 7.7 km
  • Garza Blanca Beach - 10 min drive - 10.7 km

Getting around

  • Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco (PVR-Licenciado Gustavo Diaz Ordaz Intl.) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Amixtli - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Mismaloya Grill Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪La Fuente - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Don Quijote - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Tequila Don Tadeo - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Boutique Hotel Posada pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Boutique Hotel Posada?

As of 9 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Boutique Hotel Posada on 10 Nov 2025 start from AU$159.26, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Boutique Hotel Posada?

Check-in begins at 12:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Boutique Hotel Posada?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Boutique Hotel Posada located?

Nestled on the beach, this Puerto Vallarta apartment building is within a 5-minute walk of Boca and Boca de Tomatlan Trailhead. Colomitos Beach and Playa Emma are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 30 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 30 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 30 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 30 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 30 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jeff C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Property, Great Owner

Cynthia and her son were great! Very helpful and personable. The room & property were very clean and very nice. Our room did not have air conditioning but we did not miss it at all. The breeze in the evenings was perfect. Great location overlooking the river and a quick walk to the beach and town. Boca is a great little village and Boutique Hotel Posada is the perfect spot. We definitely plan on staying with Cynthia again.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Tina T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved Boca!

Our stay was comfortable, the view was beautiful. I found a hammock on the patio which was a fun place to relax. There wasn’t much fancy or extra but it was good enough for a good sleep and relaxation when we were there. We didn’t try to cook there. It does have a large refrigerator and jug of bottled water. Communication and how to check in was a little slow but we figured it out just fine. It was fun going across the little river on the makeshift bridge. The river trickling right outside was nice, the mountains and all the beautiful flowers were our view. We loved hiking to the hidden beaches.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Mehmet A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Overall an average stay

Overall an average stay. The place is spacious, and the balcony is nice to have. However, there are a few negatives to mention, and hopefully they can be improved.1) The listing says there is laundry, however when we were there we were told there is no laundry. Given that we are a family with kids, we planned our laundry days in this apartment, and it was disappointing not to be able to do it. However, the building does have laundry, but we were told that previous guests did not maintain the laundry and therefore the laundry was not allowed anymore (but some other guests were allowed to use them while we were there, which was odd)2) The kitchen utensils/plates/glasses can be improved significantly. There were 2 glasses that were leaking, and most of the plates were damaged. The stove top provided was extremely hard to operate.3) The communication with the on-site property manager and the approach was odd at times. Our kids are slightly scared of large dogs given their age, but the dog of the property manager was off-leash and roaming around the building most of the time. It was clear that the kids were intimidated, and I had to tell for the dog to be kept on leash. Also when asked for questions for local help, such as how to get a taxi, and which beach to go to, there wasn't much help4) My view is that this property has seen better days, and hence the existing rating reflects that past, but it no longer deserves that rating. The printed guide mentions things like hot-t
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Blake C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location

Too far away from anything

Property you have to cross a small bridge. A real pain in the rear.
Stayed 28 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary-Ellen H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loving life at La Posada Pacifica

This is our second stay at La Posada Pacifica. We love it and hope to return again and again. This is an excellent location for our preferred vacation, which includes lots of opportunities to hike and travel by bus to neighboring areas exploring. We hop on the bus and go to Puerta Vallarta or Mismaloyor or El Tuito to restaurants. This location is so central, that iseasy to travel by bus or water taxi. We come to Boca to take a slower pace in life. We enjoy the views from the balcony of our open air suite. The suite is shaded for most of the day and we love the view of the Riveria del Rio, the Sierra Madre mountains, and Banderas Bay. We sit and can experience the simple life in Boca from our balcony. Unfortunately the bridge across the river was destroyed in a hurricane and Boca is busier with cars than we remember, but neither affected the enjoyment of our stay. Cynthia, Pierre and Antoine are the perfect hosts, and it's reassuring to know they are always available if needed. If you want to relax and enjoy travelling on the local bus and making your own experiences, then I highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Danielle C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful month in Boca!

My husband and I just spend a month in Boca de Tomatlan. The accommodations were perfect for us. We loved the hiking trails, beaches, and local bus accessibility to Puerto Vallerta and other surrounding towns. Thank you Cynthia & Pierre to make our stay memorable. See you next year! Jeff and Danielle
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erin M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect spot!

We visited Boca for 5 days and would have stayed longer. We loved the breezy balcony and open rooms at the Posada, and enjoyed getting to cook our own meals. Boca was a fun spot to explore - our young daughter could play in the stream every day, and it was easy to hop on a bus or boat to nearby spots for adventures. The hosts were always helpful! Thank you.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Craig F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spot for stayover

We needed a one night stay before catching a water taxi to Los Chonchos. This property was the perfect answer for us. The listing was accurate, Cynthia and her family were very helpful with our bags at check-in and check-out. It was easily accessible to the local restaurants for dinner and the pier to get the water taxi the next morning. Beds were comfortable, AC worked well, and the room had a nice view to the river. Thank you for a great start to our vacation.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

peg b., florence, montana usa

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

A Different Sort of Experience

I want to just say good things, but there were a few that were not. This place is hard to find as a first timer. Although we were given directions, it was still confusing. It was surprising to find that there is a precarious, makeshift bridge to cross with luggage. There is also a swinging cable-plank bridge, but there is no longer a concrete bridge. Boca has its charm, but is chaotic and dusty and confusing on the weekends, if you happen to arrive there like we did. Our posada was okay, but for instance the pans were old and had no lids. Beds very soft. There are not any little kindnesses there like salt, sugar or cooking oil, but maybe that is due to Covid. No toiletries provided. The toilet itself had a seat too small for the stool, which could be dangerous for a bigger person, and was annoying to say the least. The owners need to completely update their information packet and perhaps their online info too. Cynthia was helpful when asked for info. We had no interaction other than that, but would have liked to. It was nice that they let us use the laundry, such as it is. The laundry and the room next to it with the books could use a good cleaning. The vibe is very chill, which is good, but the FYI, environment is loud, with roosters, dogs, vehicles and boom boxes blaring. Viva Mexico! We enjoyed the hike to Las Animas, but be warned that it is difficult and somewhat dangerous. The waiters at the beach cafes were wonderfully kind. We loved the Jardin Botanico de Vallarta. All in all, it was okay, but my opinion is that this hotel is expensive for what it is. We have traveled extensively and have stayed in many types of situations in many countries, including other parts of Mexico, and we are not looking for luxury or special treatment by any means. We love nature and the outdoors, so this seemed the right place. We purposely look for little posadas like this one, as we are not the all-inclusive resort types and generally enjoy local ambience. I am just giving my personal opinion of the experience, as someone who has stayed in a variety of situations. I hope the owners will take it as constructive criticism, and not personally! I do thank them for providing the opportunity to visit Boca de Tomatlan.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karim Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Experience of a Lifetime!

My husband, myself, our two young boys, and two dogs, stayed at this wonderful hotel for one month. The location is amazing, overlooking the river, surrounded by lush vegetation and flowers. The beach is just minutes away, which made it so easy to take my boys swimming everyday. Just a 5 minute walk across the bridge, you will find little shops and a convenience store with everything you need. The hotel itself is beautiful, full of character with spacious units. Every unit has a balcony overlooking the river, bringing a fresh cool breeze inside, which we just loved. Sitting on our balcony was one of our favourite things to do during our stay. The beds were super comfortable! The unit was nicely decorated, furnished and very clean. We truly felt like home while we were there! The owners, Cynthia, Pierre and their son Antoine, were simply amazing. They were very friendly, kind, generous, and made us feel so welcome! They constantly went over and above to make us feel at home. Although the location in Boca De Tomatlan, as well as the gorgeous hotel were paradise on earth for our family, it was the owners who truly made our stay extra special. Thank you so much, Cynthia, Pierre and Antoine, for giving us the vacation of a lifetime, and for treating us like family! We will definitely come back!
Stayed 31 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Pam O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect spot to be near fun in the sun and out of the city

This property is very well managed. It's clean, secure and in a fabulous location. The hosts are responsive and friendly. They went out of their way several times to make sure I had everything I needed. We will definitely be back, and I highly highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 30 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Carolynn H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Experience the “real Mexico” in Boca de Tomatlan

Exactly what I was looking for & as expected for price range $ Clean rooms, big balconies from all units over looking river/ town surrounded by jungle. Good fridge, ate out as lots of good options on beach . FYI. Property is located directly across the river bridge, which is also the only access:) Panga boat departure location for water related ocean excursions & close to Vallarta Botanical Gardens . Owner very helpful with booking changes , locals very friendly, excellent hiking trail to fab beaches accessible right in front of property . PV Bus stop at town entrance. Car parking somewhat of a nightmare! Loved our adventures in Boca!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2020

8/10 Good

Dave B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Very nice Mexican style hotel in Authentic Mexican village

We wanted to get away from the hustle and bustle of tourist areas and this is the place to do it. The hotel is very well kept up, the owners are very friendly and the place is kept very clean. My only critique would be the online details, they are quite outdated. We were looking for a place with air conditioning which the online listing said it had but there were fans instead. The checkout times listed are wrong and the right time is listed in the checkout details, and unfortunately there is no rooftop restaurant like the one mentioned in the listing. I think the listing needs to be updated, however now knowing the property itself, we would most certainly stay there again.

10/10 Excellent

cindy n.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay in Boca

Location is great and there are many things to do in Boca and easy access to other towns.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Terry G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Boca

Boca de Tomatlan and the La Posada Pacifica were both quite enjoyable and are wonderful places to visit. If you want an "off the beaten path" experience, Boca is for you. If you don't like dogs, don't go to Boca.
Stayed 30 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Guadalupe S.

Peaceful stay!

Staying here was great. We had an awesome view of the river and it was a very short walk to the beach and town. We enjoyed the spacious accommodation. Having a kitchen was also a plus. The neighbors were very friendly and we definitely felt very safe when we left on day trips. We hope to come back and visit again. I would love to bring my grandkids next time. I think they would love the view and the water. Thank you Cynthia for your hospitality!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Nina B.

Cool location

Right on the river and close to the hiking trail to Las Animas. Awesome place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Emily L.

We will do it again and again!

My husband and I were very happy here. Perfect efficiency apartment. Our room had air conditioning but wasn't always necessary. Cynthia and staff were very helpful, and made you feel right at home. It is a great spot to stop if you are traveling south on #200. It will be an overnight mini vacation. We stayed 4 days, went fishing with Beto from Quimixto and enjoyed beach. Then we relaxed with great river view from our balcony. We are both 73. The staff helped with luggage, and it was no problem for us. Rooms are on the second and third floor. Yes, we would do it again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Sarah C.

Perfect stay in this charming fishing village.

My husband and I celebrated our 20th anniversary in the PV area, and this was our first stop. Cynthia is wonderful, flexible and helpful, and this little apartment was charming and so comfy--a great and comfortable bed too. Boca de Tomatlan is not the place for those who seek the "all inclusive" Mexico hotel experience ... and that's why we loved staying here. From Hotel Posada, it's a fun hike to Los Colomitos beach and even to the beaches beyond. It's also an easy bus ride to the botanical gardens which were amazing--and huge! We would ocme back here in a heartbeat. Thank you, Cynthia!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Michael H., Seattle

Gateway to the other side of Bahía de Banderas. Yelapa etc.

Had a great stay, Cynthia was fantastic, very helpful and full of local knowledge. The rooms were clean and spacious. The roof top deck was amazing unfortunaly we were to busy to spend much time there. It is somewhat remote and there is no nightlife, which for us was a plus and one of the reasons we chose the location. We would defiantly stay again when in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Peter Z.

Great place to get away from PV and experience the real Mexico

The visit at Posada Pacifica was much too short. The location idyllic. Cynthia and Pierre gave us some good advice for dinner at Los Conos on the hike to Las Animas, then let us use the kayaks for the day to explore the coast. We paddled over 4 miles up a ways past Mahajuitas, and found some incredible snorkeling - and encounters with porpoises and some really big fish along the way. Check out the stars from the roof deck at night. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Mary-Ellen H.

A week of paradise

Loved our stay at Posada. Beautiful area with great access to travel around Puerta Vallarta South. Cynthia and family were very heloful to make our stay memorable. Unit was very charming and very clean. Great place to stay and get away from it all! We will definitely return!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2018

8/10 Good

Arlene P.

Breakfast with the birds and butterflies

We had a lovely stay with our two dogs enjoying the quiet life in Boca and visiting smaller villages by water taxi. If you are interested in snorkeling, try Majahuitas by water taxi-there are NO services so take water, sunscreen and lunch if you want to spend the day. we made lots of use our of the roof top terrace which has a great view of the river and the bay .
Stayed 49 nights in Jan 2018

10/10 Excellent

Kathy P., Snohomish, Washington

Relaxing Oasis

What a beautiful place to stay. Everything was as advertised and more. The room was clean and in good repair, the bed was comfortable. It was easy to communicate with Cynthia if we needed anything, and she was a great resource for activities in the area. She even found a way to accommodate us when I made a mistake in our booking. The area is just the right combination of quiet and scenic with easy access (by a climb up the hill and bus) to Puerto Vallarta, the Botanical Garden and really anything else, or by water taxi to beaches South. This location works best if you plan to prepare your own meals after 6pm or bus to town, as all but the taco stands close early.
Stayed 11 nights in Feb 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Amy M.

Fantastic jungle getaway on the ocean

We had a great stay at La Posada! Only a short 8 peso bus ride from PV, it was an amazing getaway nestled between the river and the mountains. We walked down the hill into the town and crossed a cement pedestrian bridge that led us directly to the cute yellow hotel. We received a warm welcome from Cynthia and chatted for a bit before she took us to our room on the second floor. It's was awesome, the pictures don't do it justice, and the bed was very comfortable. The kitchenette had all you need (two hot burners, toaster oven, microwave, coffee machine & a full sized fridge). The balcony offered a great view of the town, river and the mountains. Nearby were some amazing hiking trails to different beaches along the shore. We also easily visited the botanical gardens by taking a 16 peso bus. This was an amazing little gem that we found and would come back for sure, they even have kayaks for rent at a very reasonable price. The internet is really weak here, so it is a great place to be unplugged and away from it all, yet more than close enough to take day trips into PV should you need anything. There also is an amazing rooftop patio! Definitely recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2017

About the host

Hosted by Cynthia Leigh

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When circumstances in Canada changed for this family, they decided to pursue a crazy dream to re-locate to the Puerto Vallarta area. They started searching for a property on or near the ocean - not in the city but not too far away where they could hopefully run a small hotel with 10 rooms or less. They found La Posada Pacifica on-line - a 6 suite inn in Boca de Tomatlan and made the journey to come see it. It took 3 years of research and taking care of details, but now here we are!

Why they chose this property

Boca de Tomatlan fit the bill for us. We are boat lovers and loved the idea of living steps away from the ocean. We also love the village atmosphere. Our son now has the opportunity to grow up in this beautiful place where we know he is safe, active and learning so much more about the world than he would have just living in one place. We don't want the hustle of city life, but we did want to be close to the city for all the conveniences there.

What makes this property unique

The Posada is located on the quiet side of the river - away from the sometimes revellers and right on the river less than 100 metres from the ocean. We enjoy accomodations that have an authentic feel of the destination but all the conveniences of home. The kitchen's provide an extra level of convenience, the suites are spacious and perhaps the best part is the large balconies with a great view!

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