Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Television in common areas
Express check-in
Free wired internet
Scuba diving on site
Snorkeling on site
Airport transportation - pickup (surcharge)
Beach umbrellas
Free pool cabanas
Pool sun loungers
Offsite parking discounted rates available
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent service
Beautiful decor
Great location
Highly recommended amenities
Cons:
Presence of cats for those with allergies
Small room issues
Old bed sheets

Categories

Cleanliness
8.95
Concerns were raised about the presence of cats which affected some guests' experience.
Service
10
Staff received several mentions for being friendly, helpful, and welcoming.
Location
10
Guests appreciated the location's proximity to the river and various attractions.
Room Quality
9.45
Room quality was mentioned negatively in some instances due to size and water issues.
Amenities
10
Amenities like the rooftop pool and breakfast were highly praised.
Value for Money
10
Generally seen as good value, with included breakfast standing out.
Food and Beverage
10
Breakfast was noted positively, being tasty and well-portioned.
Overall Experience
10
Most reviewers expressed a strong desire to return, indicating a great overall experience.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 03:29

Property Description

Charming Boutique Hotel with Unique Decor

Luxurious Rooms and Suites
Individually decorated with antique furniture, some rooms offer kitchen facilities, patios, and river views. All rooms include cable TV, air conditioning, and a private bathroom for a comfortable stay.

Convenient Location and Amenities
Enjoy the outdoor pool, hot tub, and complimentary Wi-Fi. Get local tips from the reception and explore nearby dining options. With the beach just a short walk away and the airport within reach, Rivera Del Rio offers the perfect blend of relaxation and convenience.

Book your stay at Rivera Del Rio for a memorable getaway!

Important information:

Please note that the front desk is available from 09:00 to 19:00. If arriving out of this schedule, please inform the property in advance so someone can assist you.

A surcharge of $20 USD applies for arrivals from 21:00 PM to 23:00 PM, and $30 USD for after 23.00 PM. All requests for late arrival are subject to confirmation by the property.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: PVR

Property Policies

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

  • Parking

    Free public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed).

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

Location

Guest Reviews

9.8
Based on 522 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.95
Service: 10
Location: 10
Room Quality: 9.45
Amenities: 10
Value for Money: 10
Food and Beverage: 10
Overall Experience: 10
A
Ashley solo_traveller us
10
Pros:

After a busy week of non-stop activity in CDMX, this place was perfect for activating “chill mode”. Before arrival the team was very communicative via text. Victor is my hero! - I arrived hours later than expected due to the airport closing its airspace for a few hours. Victor was so understanding and very gracious when I came in late and requested a room change after being unsatisfied with the one I was assigned. The room was massive and absolutely gorgeous with lots of fun colors and accents. Fantastic view from the private balcony, and I was obsessed with the bathroom - separate jetted bathtub and a shower (rainfall showerhead) with windows that opened to the outside. I purposefully sought out a place that was in a more quiet area, and this delivered. There is plenty to do (shopping, dining, sightseeing) within a short 10-minute walk, and the beach about a 15 minute walk, but I spent about 85% of my time in PV at the hotel. Breakfast is available every morning on the second floor - nothing life changing, but did the job. Victor helped me schedule a massage in my room - the masseuse was professional and effective! I spent a lot of time at the rooftop pool with ocean views lounging, reading, enjoying Ivan’s mojitos and Ruben’s margaritas. Also great for a midnight swim! Rooms cleaned daily. The only con I can think of was that I only had hot water 2 of the 4 nights, but it was so sweltering hot that I actually enjoyed taking cold showers, so not really a bad thing I guess. Overall, Rivera del Rio is charming, filled with fun surprises, and was exactly what I needed in a little R&R. Team is so kind and helpful. Would definitely stay again! Oh and you HAVE to watch the sunset from the roof!

2026-06-13 via Nuitee
M
Mahmoud couple ae
9
Good place to stay while quickl trip to beautiful Puerto vallarte
Pros:

Location was good easy to walk to city center and the beach, the area is secure. Staff were super friendly and helped with our needs.

2026-06-09 via Nuitee
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Loden family_with_children us
10
I highly recommend this place.
Pros:

Amazing property and the hosts went above and beyond.

Cons:

Each room was incredibly unique. Our kids loved it as well.

2026-06-05 via Nuitee
J
Jeffrey Fernandez solo_traveller us
10
2026-06-02 via Nuitee
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Lawrence couple us
10
Perfect
Pros:

Everything

Cons:

Everything

2026-06-02 via Nuitee
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kamu963 Friends getaway Puerto Vallarta
10
Wonderful and unique
Pros:

We have stayed at Rivera Del Rio multiple times. We always have a good experience. The decor is unusual and the employees are pleasant and helpful. The colors are cheerful. Every room is different.

2026-06-01 via Tripadvisor
6
631ashv Solo travel
10
I was looking for some downtime and got that in spades . It is not on the beach but a short 20 minute walk.
Pros:

Great location and wonderful
People . Quiet and restful. Some
Nice local restaurants and bars close by as well as the fruit and vegetable market. A property I would definitely recommend come back to . Breakfast was also great and the roof top pool while small, had breathtaking views.

2026-05-30 via Tripadvisor
B
Beal couple us
10
2026-05-30 via Nuitee
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laulew55 Couples Eugene, Oregon
10
Boutique romantic hotel
Pros:

Staff were fabulous, courteous and helpful. The ambiance and vibe of the hotel had the feel and decor of old world Europe. Very clean and comfortable with tall ceilings and a great view from the balcony and roof top pool and bar of the surrounding area. Walking distance to the Melecon, restaurants and shopping.

2026-05-27 via Tripadvisor
B
Boyd solo_traveller ca
8
2026-05-26 via Nuitee
E
Enza solo_traveller mx
10
Great location on the river. Unique beautiful hotel. Kind friendly staff. I will for sure return.
Pros:

The staff is lovely. The decor is wonderful. The swimming pools fabulous. I love the location on the river. It is quiet, close to the rush of commerce and entertainment, though tucked away.

Cons:

I booked on Booking.com, the Mariposa room, but upon my arrival it was not ready, I was given a different room. I reallllly wanted the Mariposa room. I now understand this is how it works, the room chosen is not guaranteed, when booking with a third party. I did not know before.

2026-05-26 via Nuitee
A
Angel Luís solo_traveller mx
10
Pros:

La quietud del lugar y la zona

2026-05-24 via Nuitee
R
Rachelko14 Solo travel
10
This is where you want to stay on your next trip.
Pros:

When you are staying in a hotel while traveling it’s so hard to find the balance between being in a touristic zone and experiencing the local culture.

If you travel a lot like I do you would know how rare it is to find a place that does that.

This hotel does- and for an insane price (especially if you consider the other places around)

This is a boutique hotel not a luxury 5 star hotel and honestly you shouldn’t aspire for anything else if you are really coming to enjoy the culture.

My favorites:
- The rooms - amazing vieww with everything positioned just as it should be to maximize your enjoyment.
- The rooftop pool - the views are insane - and it’s open 24/7 really can’t get better then this.
- Service 10/10 make you feel at home.
- Location is perfect - on the river so it feels like you are escaping the hustle and bustle of the city.
- The rooms are super cool - each one is a bit different- I would splurge and get a more expensive room just as they are very beautiful.

Lastly I would say that every person I met loved everything - from the service to the rooms. So it’s not just me.

110% amazing value for money

I will be back.

2026-05-19 via Tripadvisor
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lzgeorge Couples Aberdeen, Washington
10
Beautiful as always
Pros:

This is our 3rd visit to this hotel. It's always a pleasure. Everything is always wonderful. Cean, friendly, convenient. Love the Emiliano Zapata district. Easy walking distance to many small restaurants around the hotel.

2026-05-18 via Tripadvisor
Z
zain extended_group ca
9
Pros:

Beautiful rooftop pool and balcony, staff speak English and very nice, amazing room size and quality

2026-05-05 via Nuitee
R
Rachel couple us
10
Perfect for our short visit
Pros:

Friendly staff. Hector and Victor were very kind and helpful with check in and check out. Love that they’re conscious of saving energy and resources. Great rooftop pool view and bartender. Walkable distance to restaurants and the beach. Sweet Elizabeth was my favorite part of our stay.

2026-05-01 via Nuitee
M
mark solo_traveller us
9
Pros:

The staff was above and beyond. Boutique definitely describes this hotel. It is beautifully decorated with vintage decor. The hotel is located a short 10 min walk down to the Malecan.

Cons:

No coffee maker in the room. Had a beautiful balcony and would have been wonderful to be able to sit outside enjoying my coffee and the morning view.

2026-04-28 via Nuitee
K
kim couple ca
9
Beautiful Room, location and abiance loved this little boutique gem!
Pros:

Close to everything, within walking distance to romantic Zona and Melecon.

2026-04-27 via Nuitee
C
Colleen couple ca
10
2026-04-25 via Nuitee
R
Richard George couple mx
10
Pros:

I really loved staying here for a few days. It’s a magical place for sure. The service was top notch, rooms are very comfortable. Overall 10 of 10

2026-04-23 via Nuitee