Beach days
Take a walk along the sand and enjoy the views of Banderas Bay. Stay a little longer and watch the sun go down.
BUCERÍAS · RIVIERA NAYARIT
Life moves a little slower here.
A beach made for long walks. A town worth exploring. A place you’ll want to come back to.
Art, crafts and local life
Take your time exploring Bucerías. Local crafts, galleries and small shops are all part of its charm.
A taste of Bucerías
Drop into the town’s cafés and restaurants. Ask our team for ideas while you’re here.
STAY + EXPERIENCES
Make room for a little more discovery.
Coming soon · stays shaped around you
We’re putting together stays with local experiences. Tell us what you would love to do, and we’ll help you explore the possibilities.
Sea and nature
Discover the bay from the water and take in the coastal scenery.
Local flavours and everyday life
Explore local food, crafts and the distinctive character of nearby towns.
Time away together
Time for couples, friends or family to explore, relax and enjoy being together.
Ideas for your next trip. Experiences are not included in room rates. Activities, provider, price, availability, transport and terms will be confirmed before you book.
Tell us what you have in mindGetting here.
Flying in? Puerto Vallarta International Airport serves the region. Check Google Maps for directions and current traffic before you travel.
Location and directionsBEYOND BUCERÍAS
Eight places. Plenty to discover.
Make Bucerías your starting point. Head north for beach towns, or south for city life and a coastline framed by mountains.
Approximate driving times from Hotel Palmeras. Traffic, season and road conditions may extend your journey; parking and boat transfers are not included. Open Google Maps for a route from your current location before setting out.
Head north
La Cruz de Huanacaxtle
15–25 minBy car from Palmeras
Fishing village charm and life by the marina, a short drive from Bucerías.
Things to do
Stroll around the marina, enjoy fresh seafood and browse the seasonal craft market.
Get directionsPunta de Mita
30–45 minBy car from Palmeras
A laid-back coastal village at the northern tip of the bay.
Things to do
Explore El Anclote, dine by the sea and enquire about authorised trips to the Marietas Islands.
Get directionsSayulita
30–45 minBy car from Palmeras
Colourful streets, a bohemian feel and a long-standing surf culture.
Things to do
Take a surf lesson, browse shops and galleries, or walk to Playa de los Muertos.
Get directionsSan Pancho
35–50 minBy car from Palmeras
Also known as San Francisco, this town blends creativity, a broad beach and an easy-going pace.
Things to do
Visit galleries and cafés, try local food and watch the sunset from the beach.
Get directionsHead south
Nuevo Nayarit
20–30 minBy car from Palmeras
Wide beaches and marinas make this an inviting place for a day by the bay.
Things to do
Walk along the beach, dine near the marina or look into water sports and sailing trips.
Get directionsPuerto Vallarta
45–65 minBy car from Palmeras
Art, food and traditional streets meet the Pacific. Estimated time is to the town centre.
Things to do
Explore the Malecón, the Romantic Zone and Cuale River Island, with galleries and restaurants along the way.
Get directionsMismaloya
65–90 minBy car from Palmeras
A small, green-fringed bay with restaurants right on the beach.
Things to do
Enjoy the beach and its palapa restaurants, or ask local operators about snorkelling and kayaking.
Get directionsBoca de Tomatlán
75–100 minBy car from Palmeras
A fishing village between river and sea, and a gateway to the southern beaches.
Things to do
Enjoy a waterside meal or arrange a panga boat to Las Ánimas or Yelapa. Allow extra time for the boat journey.
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