Villa Premiere Boutique Hotel & Romantic Getaway
Villa Premiere is the antithesis of the mega-resort all-inclusive, and its devoted repeat guests would have it no other way. With 80 rooms and suites on the beach in central Puerto Vallarta, it operates at a scale where hospitality is genuinely personal: the staff are trained to British Butler Institute standards, a Guest Experience Ambassador handles requests, and travelers who have stayed at both the big Puerto Vallarta resorts and here describe the difference as night and day. A five-minute welcome massage sets the tone on arrival, and the suites, with indoor or terrace Jacuzzis and sunset balconies, are built for couples. The pace is deliberately slow, romantic and considered.
Traveler Insights
Pros
- +Only 80 rooms and suites in an adults-only property means the service-to-guest ratio is far higher than at any large resort, and staff trained to British Butler Institute standards (the hotel holds a Hospitality & Butler distinction) actually learn your name and preferences
- +Walking distance to Puerto Vallarta's Malecon boardwalk and the historic Zona Romantica, and the hotel lends complimentary bikes for riding into the historic centre, so you can explore a genuine Mexican city without a taxi
- +Suites are the point here: Premiere Suites have an indoor Jacuzzi and sunset balconies, Honeymoon Suites put the Jacuzzi and hammocks on a shaded terrace, and the Master Suite adds an outdoor Jacuzzi overlooking Banderas Bay
- +A five-minute anti-stress massage greets you on arrival, and the seven Spa Suites add a 25-minute couples massage during the stay
- +Elena 1927, the hotel's gourmet dinner restaurant, holds a Wine Spectator Award of Excellence for its wine list, a real credential rather than a marketing adjective
- +La Ceiba serves breakfast, lunch and several dinners a week under an oversized palapa facing the Pacific, and travelers call its sunset tables one of Puerto Vallarta's most romantic hotel meals
- +Two pools set among flower gardens, including an infinity pool facing the ocean with bar service all day, plus yoga sessions, a gym, 24-hour room service, a pillow menu and in-room aromatherapy
Cons
- −At 80 rooms, the property fills up fast and availability is limited; last-minute bookings are often impossible and popular dates sell out months in advance
- −The Gourmet All Inclusive Plan is optional and costs extra on top of the room rate, and some travelers feel three restaurants are too few to justify it for a long stay
- −With La Ceiba, Elena 1927 and La Perla Cantina de Costa, menu variety is narrower than at large all-inclusives, and the dinner venues rotate closing days (Elena 1927 is closed Tuesdays, La Perla Wednesdays, La Ceiba skips dinner four nights a week), so week-long guests will likely eat off-site by midweek
- −There is no full spa on the property; the complimentary cold plunge (8am to 10am, by reservation) is at Shakti Spa in the sister hotel, and full treatments are paid extras
- −The pools are boutique-sized and quiet, perfect for couples but not for guests expecting a big resort pool scene with swim-up bars and organized activities
- −The boutique price point sits at or above larger all-inclusive competitors in Puerto Vallarta despite fewer amenities by volume; value depends on whether you prioritize service over scale
- −The hotel sits in a busy part of town, so some street noise reaches street-facing rooms, particularly on weekend nights when the nearby bars and the Zona Romantica come alive
The practical experience rewards guests who understand what they are choosing. Dining is three a la carte restaurants, not a buffet: La Ceiba under a beachfront palapa for breakfast, lunch and dinner on set nights, Elena 1927 for gourmet dinners (its wine list holds a Wine Spectator Award of Excellence), and La Perla Cantina de Costa for Mexican Pacific dishes like aguachile and hibiscus flower tacos, plus a pool bar. A Chef's Table five-course pairing dinner can be booked for groups of six or more at extra cost. Meals are included only if you buy the optional Gourmet All Inclusive Plan, which covers all meals, premium drinks, 24-hour room service, the in-suite minibar and seasonal themed dinners with live music. There are two pools, including an ocean-view infinity pool with bar service, a gym and yoga sessions, but no on-site spa; the cold plunge guests can use for free in the morning is at Shakti Spa in the sister hotel. Off the property, the Malecon, the Zona Romantica, Playa de los Muertos and the city's independent restaurant scene are all within easy reach, on foot or on the hotel's complimentary bikes.
Villa Premiere is made for couples on honeymoons, anniversaries or milestone celebrations who want an experience that feels curated rather than mass-produced. It competes with Hacienda San Angel and Casa Kimberly in the Puerto Vallarta boutique-luxury segment rather than with large all-inclusives like the Marriott or Westin. Golfers get a 20 percent discount at Marina Vallarta and Vista Vallarta. Guests who want waterslides, large pools, nightly shows and buffet lines will be disappointed. Guests who want to sip something cold on their balcony at sunset and then walk to some of Mexico's best tacos will wonder why they ever stayed anywhere else.
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Restaurants (3)
| Type | Restaurants |
|---|---|
| Mexican | La Perla Cantina de Costa |
| International & fusion | La Ceiba, Elena 1927 |
From the resort's own dining pages. Only restaurants the resort lists are shown. All are covered by the all-inclusive rate, per the resort.
What's nearby
Zona Romántica4 min drive · 1.5 mi
Los Muertos Beach5 min drive · 2.0 mi
5 min drive · 1.8 mi
Marina Vallarta7 min drive · 4.0 mi
Conchas Chinas Beach7 min drive · 2.7 mi
Our Lady of Guadalupe Church3 min drive · 1.2 mi
More things to do (24)
- Whale watching (December to March) · excursion7 min drive · 4.0 mi
- Sunset sail from Marina Vallarta · excursion7 min drive · 4.0 mi
- Las Caletas beach day trip · excursion7 min drive · 4.0 mi
- Splash Water Park · water park20 min drive · 9.1 mi
- Camarones Beach · beach5 min walk · 0.2 mi
- Playa Palmares · beach11 min drive · 5.3 mi
- Mismaloya Beach · beach20 min drive · 8.9 mi
- Boca de Tomatlán · town25 min drive · 12 mi
- Puerto Vallarta Malecón · town3 min drive · 0.9 mi
- Museo Histórico Naval · museum3 min drive · 1.1 mi
- Mirador La Cruz · viewpoint4 min drive · 1.0 mi
- Faro de Matamoros · viewpoint4 min drive · 1.3 mi
- Playa Los Tules · beach4 min drive · 1.5 mi
- Isla Río Cuale · nature4 min drive · 1.5 mi
- Olas Altas Beach · beach4 min drive · 1.5 mi
- Playa Las Glorias · beach4 min drive · 1.4 mi
- Los Arcos snorkel trip · excursion5 min drive · 1.8 mi
- Playa de Oro · beach5 min drive · 2.5 mi
- Amapas Beach · beach7 min drive · 2.6 mi
- Evening show and dinner at Las Caletas · excursion7 min drive · 4.0 mi
- Sport fishing charter · excursion7 min drive · 4.0 mi
- Estero El Salado · nature7 min drive · 3.6 mi
- Marina Vallarta Golf Club · golf11 min drive · 5.2 mi
- Las Gemelas Beach · beach12 min drive · 6.5 mi
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Google Reviews★ 4.6 · 1,245 reviews
“This place was highly recommended to us by friends who are members. We loved our stay! Lovely room and view from the 7th floor. Excellent service from all the staff. The location of this hotel us great- on the beach, walkable to downtown and local re...”
“A bit about us. We are a gay couple in our mid-thirties with usually very high expectations and big foodies. All in all, we loved our time at this resort. Do know that luxury in PV is different than luxury in Cabo. Hotels are much older and more rela...”
“This was our second stay at Villa Premire. They have raised their prices since we were here in March of 2024, however, the place is still lovely. If was forced to complain about anything it would be the price. But the good outweighs the price particu...”
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