The Paramar Beachfront Boutique Hotel With Breakfast Included - Downtown Malecon
By the Top3Hotels editorial team. Based on Booking.com guest scores and reviews, location data and reference prices. We did not stay at this hotel. Updated 2026-10-24.
Yes, it is worth booking for travellers who want a well-rated four-star base across from the beach and within walking distance of the Malecon. Just know that our Luxury pick costs only about €8 more per night and scored slightly higher.
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The full name is The Paramar Beachfront Boutique Hotel With Breakfast Included - Downtown Malecon, and it is aimed at people who want the sea and the town within easy reach. Couples and families both fit: family rooms are listed, along with a spa, pool, restaurant, terrace and air conditioning.
If breakfast is a big part of your day, think twice. It is the one area where guests are lukewarm. Light eaters will not mind. Anyone hoping for a long, generous morning meal may be disappointed.
Location and getting around
You will find it at Paraguay 1272, Colonia 5 de Diciembre, in downtown Puerto Vallarta. The property lists itself as beachfront, and guests put it more precisely: across the street from the beach, a short walk from the Malecon. Location scores 9.2 out of 10.
The Church of Our Lady of Guadalupe is about 1.3 km away, roughly 16 minutes on foot. Playa de los Muertos is about 2.5 km, around 31 minutes. That second one is a long walk in the heat, so a taxi or public transport is the practical choice. All walking times are straight-line estimates and have not been checked on the ground.
What guests say
With 9.1 out of 10 from 1,078 reviews, this is one of the best-rated hotels we looked at in the city. Guests single out the location and the staff, who are described as friendly and helpful, with a warm welcome.
Breakfast is the sticking point. It is cooked fresh and served a la carte, which people like, but portions are described as small and the service as slow. If you have an early tour, allow extra time or plan to eat elsewhere.
Price and how it compares with our other picks
The reference price was about €143.53 a night, around €287 for a 2-night stay in November 2026 for 2 adults. It is not a live quote, so check today's price for your dates.
Hotel El Pescador, our Budget pick, was about €85.34 a night with an 8.6 score and three stars. Hotel Boutique Luxury Patio Azul, our Luxury pick, was about €151.55 a night with a 9.3 score and five stars. The gap to the Luxury option is small, about €16 over two nights, so compare both on your dates. This hotel is not the cheapest, but it sits well above the budget option on guest score.
Why it made our top 3
We compared 10 eligible hotels in Puerto Vallarta. Our Best Value slot balances guest score, review volume and price, rather than simply picking the cheapest. Here, a 9.1 from more than a thousand reviews put it joint second of the 10 on guest feedback.
It does cost more than the sample median of about €120.13 a night. We kept it because the combination of score, review count and location was stronger than the cheaper alternatives.
Before you book
Despite the name, breakfast inclusion has not been assessed by us. Confirm it is in your rate. Room size, noise, renovation condition and cancellation terms are also not confirmed.
Free parking is listed, which helps if you rent a car, but check availability. Spa and pool hours and any fees should be confirmed for your dates.
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Sold out? See available alternatives →Questions travellers ask
Is The Paramar right on the beach?
The property lists itself as beachfront, and guests describe it as across the street from the beach. The Malecon is a short walk away.
Is breakfast included?
The hotel name says so and an American breakfast is listed, but inclusion depends on the rate. Check your booking conditions before you pay.
How much does it cost?
The reference price seen for a 2-night stay in November 2026 for 2 adults was about €143.53 a night. Check today's price for your dates.
Can I walk to Playa de los Muertos?
It is about 2.5 km, roughly 31 minutes on foot by straight-line estimate. Most people will prefer a taxi or public transport.
Does the hotel have parking?
Free parking is listed by the property. Spaces and conditions are not confirmed, so ask before you arrive.