Eloisa Hotel
A block from Playa Los Muertos and the Malecon in the center of Puerto Vallarta’s old town, Eloisa Hotel is a pleasant budget property offering 77 clean and simple rooms. Flat-screen TVs, ceiling fans, and free bottled water come standard in entry-level rooms, while upgraded rooms have air-conditioning. Studios add kitchenettes, and suites have balconies and living rooms. There’s a courtyard pool and second small pool on the hotel’s sprawling roof terrace, which offers panoramic views of the city. Surprisingly, the charming A Page in the Sun cafe functions as a library and second-hand bookstore while serving pastries and coffee. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property. The budget-friendly Hotel Villa Del Mar offers more local charm, but lacks a pool and is farther from the beach.