Located on the coast near Malecon, El Pescador Hotel offers a warm welcome with a poolside bar, outdoor pool and children's pool. Relax in the garden or enjoy Mexican cuisine at Coral Restaurant and Bar. The helpful staff has left a lasting impression on previous guests.
At El Pescador Hotel, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Malecon and Bay of Banderas. The outdoor pool is a great spot to take a dip, and guests can grab a bite to eat at Coral Restaurant and Bar, which serves Mexican cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. Other highlights include a poolside bar, a children's pool, and a snack bar/deli. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.
At a glance
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Hotel size
103 rooms
Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Check-out time is noon
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Children
Up to 2 children (11 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
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Parking
No onsite parking
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Poolside bar
Coffee/tea in a common area
Room service (limited hours)
Snack bar/deli
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
Children's pool
What to do
On the beach
Kayaking nearby
Snorkeling nearby
Services
24-hour front desk
Tour/ticket assistance
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Porter/bellhop
Beach towels
Pool umbrellas
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 1985
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Terrace
An outdoor pool
Traditional architecture
Accessibility
Stair-free path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
Television
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Premium bedding
What to enjoy
Individually furnished and decorated
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Free toiletries
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Phone
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe (laptop compatible)
Special features
Dining
Coral Restaurant and Bar - This restaurant specializes in Mexican cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Happy hour is offered.
Here's the breakdown, no surprises
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM
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 smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Eurocard
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Frequently asked questions
Does El Pescador Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, El Pescador Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at El Pescador Hotel?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool and a children's pool. Guests have pool access from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
Are pets allowed at El Pescador Hotel?
Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at El Pescador Hotel?
Sorry, there's no onsite parking at El Pescador Hotel.
What are the check-in and check-out times at El Pescador Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is noon.
Is there an onsite casino at El Pescador Hotel?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Vallarta Casino (6-min drive) and Winclub Casino Platinum (7-min drive) are both nearby.
What is there to do at El Pescador Hotel and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like boat tours, kayaking, and snorkeling. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near El Pescador Hotel?
Yes, Coral Restaurant and Bar offers Mexican cuisine.
What's the area around El Pescador Hotel like?
El Pescador Hotel is located on the waterfront in Downtown Puerto Vallarta, a short 7-minute walk from Malecon and 12 minutes' walk from Playa Las Glorias.
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El Pescador Hotel Reviews
Reviews
8.4
Very Good
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8.8/10
Cleanliness
8.6/10
Staff & service
8.0/10
Amenities
8.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
Location
Room
Service staff
Beach
Restaurant
View
Bed
Food
Balcony
Breakfast
What guests liked
The beach was a major highlight with many guests praising its accessibility, cleanliness, and stunning views. (41 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 18, 2025
Perfect place
Perfect place to stay very friendly and clean close to everything you need for your vacation
Ana
Ana, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 23, 2025
Nice location and economical.
The hotel was clean and right on the beach, the only improvement I could recommend is the food could have been better.
Janie
Janie, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 10, 2025
Great stay
Colette
Colette, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 16, 2025
Very clean quite and great location.
Raul
Raul, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 21, 2025
Great location for a reasonable price.
Jennifer Widrig
Jennifer Widrig, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 4, 2025
Great hotel very clean close
To verything
Teresa
Teresa, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 1, 2025
Excellent
Everyone is very friendly and helpful love to stay here
Ana
Ana, 2-night trip
4/10 Fair
Jun 9, 2025
This hotel was so old.
loretta
loretta, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 30, 2025
Excellent property. Friendly staff. Only a few blocks from entertainment, shopping, and dining..nice ocean view rooms with balcony.
Edwin
Edwin, 3-night trip
6/10 Good
May 21, 2025
Most everything close to shops and restaurants.
Maria
Maria, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Feb 4, 2025
Recomendado , very good location, good place
ANGEL
ANGEL, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 24, 2025
I will definitely come here again. Great location, great hotel
Susan
Susan, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 13, 2025
Excellent location, right on the water, grounds were exceptionally well taken care of and clean. Staff were wonderful and centrally located to everything. Rooms were great, we had an ocean view, lots of hot water and comfortable bed. Would recommend to friends and family!
Holly
Holly, 6-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 6, 2025
All of the staff here are friendly and respectful. They do an excellent job keeping every area spotless—from the rooms and restaurant to the walkways and pool. The entire property is exceptionally well-maintained around the clock.
Sheikh
Sheikh, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 28, 2025
We have stayed a couple times beds are super hard but very good location and nice staff. Breakfast well not great but restaurant across the street is excellent.
Rachelle Lynn
Rachelle Lynn, 10-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 20, 2025
I liked the staff,breakfast and the cleanness of the whole property.
Rosalinda
Rosalinda, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 31, 2025
Convenient, excellent location.
jose
jose, 7-night trip
8/10 Very good
Feb 28, 2025
Two nice days
Love the location and staff were very friendly.
David
David, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 16, 2025
The walk-in shower was huge, the property was perfect mix of pool time and beach time, so many food options in walking distance. We enjoyed our week very much!!
Monica Timms
Monica Timms, 6-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 6, 2025
Excelente
Excelente hotel
Didier Fernando
Didier Fernando, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 9, 2025
We stay often and like the Ocean View Rooms
Leslie
Leslie, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 24, 2025
The view of the beach was amazing and it’s walking distance.. highly recommend
Diana
Diana, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 28, 2025
Property was at perfect location
navdeep
navdeep, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Feb 6, 2025
The property was well maintained and the staff was very polite.
Rosa Maria
Rosa Maria, 7-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 2, 2025
My favorite part of this hotel was that the beach was not crowded. it still had everything we wanted and needed. We enjoyed our stay. The staff was very friendly & Check in process was fast. I will definitely stay here again.