Quinta Maria Cortez

We were given a very nice room with a beautiful view of he ocean. The staff were generally friendly, with the exception of one of the receptionists, who was business-like but not very cordial.

I was solo, celebrating my birthday. They surprised me with a free upgrade plus a very respectable bottle of champagne on ice. It was a brand new remodeled room with a large balcony, 180 degree view with the ocean right below. Crashing waves and lovely sea breeze so I never used the air conditioner. Nice beach at the bottom of the stairs with free lounges & umbrellas, bar service. Beautiful Mexican architecture throughout the Villa, pools, outdoor scenic restaurant with wonderful service and food. Every request was immediately satisfied by a happy, efficient staff that made me feel very at home for the 10 days I was with them. Warm sea for swimming & snorkeling right in front or a long gentler one 2-3 minutes over some stairs to the south. $5 Uber to town or walk 20 minutes. $25 Taxi to the airport. If using Uber at the airport,(p.u. is haul over the street bridge) set it up before you leave the terminal or you may never get one. Don't let the non refundable stop you. Just get extra insurance as this place is worth it!

Stayed in the “deluxe” king size ocean front room, quotes are because there is nothing deluxe outside of the view. Water pressure was terrible, breakfast took 2 hours and was not worth it. I stayed 3 nights, sheets were never changed, there was cigarette buds on the balcony table. and I’m sure I didn’t get the room I paid for…

Friendly and helpful staff. Far enough from downtown to be quiet and relaxing. Walkable to downtown, but only a $6 uber ride.

The hotel is completely under construction, couldnt hear myself think even on the beach. And the noise in the room was unbearable during the day

On the beach. Balcony overlooked the sand and nothing else. Sandy beach and rocky shore. Very scenic. Could hear ocean at all times. Staff was wonderful and very attentive. Front desk recommendations were spot on, every time.

The room was amazing as we stayed in the Raphael! Jerry, Itzel, Sonia and Manuel the bartender were fantastic and gracious hosts as we got a full tour of most of the rooms (some were occupied and couldn't be viewed). They are undergoing a remodel right now but it didnt bother us as there is plenty to do and see during the day in the Romantic Zone and even in downtown Puerto Vallarta. The restaurant in hotel is very good food and its a 1 minute walk right out to the beach! For authentic mexican feel, this Hotel is it! If the construction bothers you then book in January when they are complete, we will definitely be staying here again and cant wait to see the finished product!

Great location, right on a quiet corner of the beach. Food is good, staff is friendly.

Love it here! Very quiet,sound of the waves