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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 138000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly

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puerto vallarta, MEX
  • Place, Playa Mismaloya
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Playa Gemelas
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Vallarta Zoo
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco (PVR-Licenciado Gustavo Diaz Ordaz Intl.)
    ‪32 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Puerto Vallarta

Located in South Zone within a short walk of Playa Mismaloya, this villa is within a mile (2 km) of Vallarta Zoo. The villa includes a private pool, a kitchen, and a balcony.
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What's nearby

  • Playa Mismaloya - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Playa Gemelas - 2 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Vallarta Zoo - 3 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Garza Blanca Beach - 4 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • Playa Palmares - 6 min drive - 4.8 miles

Getting around

  • Licenciado Gustavo Diaz Ordaz Intl. Airport (PVR) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Amixtli - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Blanca Blue Restaurant & Lounge - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Dao - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Rooftop at Hotel Mousai - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Aquazul Beach Bar & Lounge - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Affordable Luxury 2,520 wk Maid 5BR 5Bath,VIP PickUp Available cancell insurance

Best beach down the hill, with all possible activities and water sports. Horses. Jungle, Beach restaurants with fresh whole fish, tacos etc. New Zoo, really cool, walkable and 2 tequila tasting also. Beach massages, deep sea fish charters, private panga rentals, snorkeling, deep sea diving, water taxis to small seaside villages and private beaches, canopy tours right here as well, movie sets of predator and Night of the Iguana. Only 14 houses on our long secluded road owned by Americans. Very, very, private. Chef available for meals at a cost, can do grocery shopping. Pool is very private so go ahead and get comfortable. Welcome margarita and beer, homemade chips, salsa and guacamole, and quesadillas.Forget the hassle of finding us. FREE airport pickup! We can stop and exchange dollars and get supplies for you at this time. Maybe you forgot to bring something. Little mini-tour included


Our villa's host is like your own beach concierge for all boat, water, and land activities at Mexican tourist prices. He awaits your arrival with a complimentary margarita with a smile and can really assist you in whatever needs your group needs. You will have his cellular and he will protect you from being overcharged for anything. He went to school with our son and he will save you a TON of money.

Be chauffered from airport (FREE): Forget the hassle of finding us. Free airport pickup! We can stop and exchange dollars and get supplies for you at this time. Maybe you forgot to bring something. Little mini-tour included.

Upgrade your continental breakfast to a cooked hot breakfast : For free!!!! Free breakfast cook provided. ,
Let us cook your eggs and bacon. YOU'RE ON VACATION!
The villa is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 5.5 bathrooms, and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 5 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a private pool, a washing machine, and a coffee maker. Limited housekeeping is available.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 5.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited housekeeping
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Heated pool
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • No smoke detector (host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 8,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • 1 total pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Note from host: Ask us about it.

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Weds & Celebrations, ask us for a quote.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site
Note from host: Weds & Celebrations, ask us for a quote.
Host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • 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.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site.
  • Note from host: Weds & Celebrations, ask us for a quote.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do close to this villa?

This villa is situated in South Zone within a short 11-minute walk of Playa Mismaloya and also 19 minutes on foot from Vallarta Zoo. You'll also find Bay of Banderas and Los Arcos within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Affordable Luxury 2,520 wk Maid 5BR 5Bath,VIP PickUp Available cancell insurance?

Yes, there is wheelchair-accessible parking available.

Is this villa associated with a casino?

No, this villa is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this villa?

No, there is no indoor pool at this villa; however, the accommodation features a private pool.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Affordable Luxury 2,520 wk Maid 5BR 5Bath,VIP PickUp Available cancell insurance?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this villa, including a private pool and a kitchen in each villa, and some feature ocean view.

Does Affordable Luxury 2,520 wk Maid 5BR 5Bath,VIP PickUp Available cancell insurance have a hot tub?

No, but this villa does have a heated pool.

Does this villa offer breakfast?

No, this villa doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this villa allow pets to stay for free?

Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this villa.

Does Affordable Luxury 2,520 wk Maid 5BR 5Bath,VIP PickUp Available cancell insurance have connecting rooms available?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this villa.

Where is the closest airport to this villa?

The closest major airport to this villa is Licenciado Gustavo Diaz Ordaz Intl. Airport (PVR), which is 15.7 mi away (54 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Affordable Luxury 2,520 wk Maid 5BR 5Bath,VIP PickUp Available cancell insurance?

Yes, every villa at Affordable Luxury 2,520 wk Maid 5BR 5Bath,VIP PickUp Available cancell insurance comes with a balcony and some offer ocean views.

Affordable Luxury 2,520 wk Maid 5BR 5Bath,VIP PickUp Available cancell insurance Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 130 out of 138 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 138 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 138 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 138 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 138 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rae J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best vacation experience ever!

I can't say enough about our stay at Villa Mercedes. It was the pefect place to relax and spend time with family and friends for my son's wedding in Mismaloya.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ellen K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect spot for our family

We had a great stay at Villa Mercedes. Hidden up in the hills above Mismaloya, we had great access to beaches and Zona Romantica with the feeling of being up in the jungle. Great view. Ample room for our extended family of k11.Gaby and Luz were great
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bev H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Time

Gabi and Luz were great. They made everything so easy from meals to setting up drivers or other activities for us.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We would do it again

Beautiful villa and Gaby the caretaker was an amazing person to deal with.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carissa U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Muy bien!!!

Absolutely incredible experience at Villa Mercedes! We will be back!!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Oscar Q.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing

The place is wonderful, the location is very quiet, ideal to relax, Gabriel and his partner are wonderful, they took great care of us, we had a beautiful experience and we loved the house, we hope to have the opportunity to return on future vacations !!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

April W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mismaloya villa

Beautiful hillside villa with breathtaking views. It’s a little out of town and up a pretty good hill but nice your there it sooooo worth it. Lots of stairs in the villa but again the views make it worth it. Clean well appointed and beautiful. Staff is amazing and an absolute pleasure to work with.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Teana R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Experience!!

Loved every minute of our stay. The views were even more amazing than the pictures and being close to everything while still being out of the way made a world of difference it felt like we were in our own little resort. Breakfast in the mornings were delicious and catered to the adults as well as the children. Honestly couldn’t say enough good things. I will say the roads to the property are pretty steep so make sure you take an appropriate vehicle to get to and from ! Overall 5/4 stars !
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

TIM T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

OMG

I wasn't expecting such an awesome level of service. luiz/gaby went out of their way to make us comfortable..awesome place...best ive ever been in. cant wait to get back
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Belinda N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mismaloya gem

This is a beautiful home with amazing staff. Gaby and Luz elevated our trip from great to amazing! From the breakfasts they cook each morning to the dinners we requested! The food was better then we had at local restaurants and their service is top notch! We celebrated my son's birthday while we were there and Gaby even got him a birthday cake and made special drinks for the dinner! The views are breathtaking and we had plenty of room for the 11 adults we had with us!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

50 and Fabulous

My friends and I came right after a Hurricane. There was a lot of destruction on the roads and in the jungle. The house was lovely. Mercedes and Robisito were wonderful. There are no words to express how wonderful Gabi and Luz were. I would go again.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Annette G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best experience ever!

The villa is beautiful. Rustic and authentic. It had plenty of space for our family of 12. Everything was very clean. The best part of this villa is Gaby and Luz. They made staying here even more wonderful. They make the best breakfasts. Anything we needed for the villa we only needed to ask Gaby and it was done! He is very honest and will only recommend excursions and experiences with trusted people. I would love to come back here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gaby and Luz are rock stars!

As with any place, there are pros and cons. Overall, we loved our time here. Gaby and Luz were absolutely wonderful! They handled everything that came up like champs. So thankful they were there to help orchestrate our adventures. Breakfast served every morning and we had no cleanup. We took advantage of dinners prepared and served most nights, and so glad we did. Again, no clean up and meals were delish and mostly less expensive than if we were to all go out. (there were 11 of us)
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Jessica W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location
Secluded area. Very quiet.Gaby and Luz were great, kept the property clean and prepared great breakfasts daily! They made our stay very enjoyable.The pool is quite cold so heating or solar blanket is preferred in colder months. We could not get any room to cool down enough for a good nights sleep. We closed all the windows and arranged at least 7 stand up fans near the bed. Lots of steps! Main bedroom is on top floor.Unique original Spanish style. Older house, but didn’t bother us. Uber drivers have a hard time finding the house as it’s very remote and up a very steep cobble stone hill. Very far from main attractions. Non navigable streets, must taxi or uber each time. Most restaurants are at least 30 minutes away. Located next to zoo, didn’t bother us, but parrots in the morning and early evening are loud. Beautiful to see though! Showers had great water pressure and heating but water got everywhere. Bring your own shower amenities! Would be a great spot for large group, with plenty of privacy.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing!

First of all, Gabi and Luz were the best part of trip, besides the house and the scenery and Mexico itself. Woke up every morning to coffee and an amazing breakfast. If we needed anything, Gabi was there to help us. I hope we left them a big enough tip🤔. With this being our 7th year in a row, this house was the best!!! (If you aren’t used to Mexico, especially this area, be ready for the beetles, moths and cute little lizards that will visit, but won’t bother you) With all that being said, highly recommend this house!!! See you in a year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful vacation

Our family of 5 (3 teenagers) stayed at Villa Mercedes for Spring Break. This house was perfect for us- lots of space for everyone to spread out. The best part of Villa Mercedes is Gabi and Luc. They took excellent care of us! From preparing delicious breakfast and dinner for us to helping us arrange last minute tours for the kids- they were so helpful. We rented a small SUV to allow us to go into Puerto Vallarta and drive to Boca de Tomatlan for a few excursions. Having 3 active teens in our group- we did a lot during our stay- renting ATVs, zip lining adventure, night time taco tour, sunset kayaking to Los Arcos, and hiking to Las Animas beach. The house was a perfect setting to start and end our day. It was so nice to sit by the pool and relax after a busy day.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Megan T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Experience!

Traveled with couples, and this place was excellent. Plenty of space and privacy. One large room on the top floor, another below with living room. Main level is the kitchen. The are additional spaces are studio/apts at and below pool. Each has 2 rooms/beds, I believe. Gaby and Luz are absolutely wonderful. Breakfast was more than affordable and delicious. Its a real treat to have coffee brewing then taking it to the deck to see the whales breach in the distance. House was clean.Communication prior to check in was good too, thank you Mercedes.Gaby hooked up a boat day, that we will all never forget. I believe his name was Luis. The next morning Gaby made us ceviche from the fish we caught that was so good!The house is up on the hill and difficult to walk, but taxi up and down is easy.Definitely going to do it again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jane H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The best of both worlds!

Villa Mercedes offers the best of Mexico to experience panoramic ocean views from a jungle setting high above Mismaloya in a multi-level Mexican mansion. Walk to fantastic local restaurants, and beach. Beautifully furnished, with old world style artifacts and charming personal flair that truly makes you feel you are a guest in Mercedes home! Gabi and Luz went on and above for us, even preparing chicken for our poodle at every meal. They are absolutely lovely and made our trip the best. We were just 2 people but plan on returning with a large group based on the hospitality we received and quality of the villa. This is not a resort tourist spot, so plan on walking and opening yourself up to an authentic cultural experience you will treasure forever. 6 stars! Muchas gracias, Gabi, Luz, and Mercedes!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Margie R. M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Exceptional service

The property needs some updating. The mattresses and pillows are pretty bad as well as the towels. The pool house bedrooms are so smelly and damp I still can't get the smell out of my leather purses or suitcase. On that note, Gabi and Luv could not have been better. Excellent service and the food was delicious! It rained a lot while we were there so we played a lot of games. The property is up on a hill that is walk-able if you don't have a faint heart. The drive into town is about 20 mins. Secluded and private. Thank you so much Gabi and Luv for you excellent service.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2020
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Thea W.

Disliked: Communication, location, listing accuracy

Very disappointed

The property was not advertised properly. There were 7 of us over the age of 60. In order to go to bed you had to walk up or down concrete steps. Three of the guest had knee replacements and one had ankle issues. One person was even walking on a cane. There were LARGE FROGS in the kitchen area and gecko's throughout the house. We all had to find hotels except my brother who stayed at the house because he could not afford a hotel. On his last night there there was a power outage and it was pitch black all night!! They also did not tell us it was across the street from the ZOO. The owner refused to give us ANY MONEY BACK for our inconvenience and she was VERY RUDE!!! We are going to use our Social Media to boycott this property!!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Stay!

We had a group of 9 people that stayed at Villa Mercedes for a week. We loved the fact that it was in Mismaloya, which is so much quieter than Puerto Vallarta. The house has an amazing view of the ocean from its location on the hill. Positives: -Gaby and Luz! I can't stress this enough. Gaby and Luz were the best part of this property. Gaby helped us book excursions, get taxis, and gave us recommendations. We definitely saved money by going directly through him. The breakfasts that the two of them cooked each morning were fantastic. The fruit in Mexico is just so much better. -The space was awesome. We had a group of 9 people, and the layout was perfect for us. -Location. It was nice being away from the crazy crowds of Puerto Vallarta. The beach at Mismaloya was much calmer and cheaper. Negative: The only thing about this place is it's open, so you're going to get some bugs hanging out with you, but they certainly weren't a big deal. The AC in the bedrooms worked great, but had trouble in the main gathering areas, but not to the point where it was that bad. Overall, we would absolutely stay at Villa Mercedes again. The communication with the host was perfect. We can't wait to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Summer I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Host, Gaby, went thru my bag?! April 2021

Everything was great until we were leaving but I'll get to that... Property is all together 5 levels, with the mini apartment being on the bottom, sub level. not to many bugs but had some mosquito bites, not bad at all though. lots of little geckos inside on walls and ceilings and some frogs but we loved them to eat all the insects! Our room was at pool level where air-conditioning worked great but forget about taking a bath in the beautiful tub because hot water runs out at only a couple inches deep. My parents stayed at top floor penthouse and water pressure was very low so flushing the toilet and trying to get a small amount of even toilet paper to go down was challenging. House was beautiful and views were nice but area was a little to run down for my tastes. House is listed as being in a "gated" community, this isn't the case, you drive thru an old arch that doesn't appear to ever have had gates. We were very excited and loved being there and read all the wonderful reviews about our hosts and had even brought gifts from our home town to leave them looking forward to their care. Anyways.... last day of our trip packing up the van to leave with all the luggage I walked out and stood behind Gaby watching him with my mothers large shoulder duffel bag open on the hood of a white truck, parked behind the van, and stood there watching him clearly looking in and using one hand to move things around quickly for maybe 30 secs before zipping the bag up and turning around to see me standing there. He never said anything not knowing how long I was there and I didn't interrupt him because I was watching to see if he took anything out, which he didn't. I immediately went to ask my mom if there was anything valuable in her bag and told her what I saw and she said her wallet was in her purse with her so she wasn't worried because nothing of real value was in the bag. I never confronted Gaby because I was still trying to make sense out of what I saw and we were driving away 10 minutes later but it is the next day now and I am home and regretting not saying anything. This has put a stain on my feeling of having a wonderful vacation :(
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ivy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peacefully pampered

As a family of 11 we really felt pampered as we enjoyed the cool breezes of the jungle while we relaxed, visited, read books and enjoyed the deliscious food prepares by Gaby and Luz. On our first evening, after a stop at Costco en route from the airport, we felt spoiled as Gaby and Luz welcomed us with margaritas while supper was brewing. We opted for 6 dinners and often enjoyed the full breakfasts so kindly and expertly prepared for us. On our first full day, 9 of our group were wanting massages. Gaby arranged for massage therapists to come to the villa and they set up the beds for us, with 3 people at a time enjoying an hour of bliss while the therapists worked. The open air environment allowed for the cool breezes of the jungle to keep us cool. There are some bugs and we prepared for it so it wasn't problematic but it's something to be aware of. Gaby and Luz are truly gems and we really valued input and suggestions offered for adventures and options nearby. The hill is steep and so there was some fitness built in when walking down to town and back up... who needs a gym? The pool, though it has a cover, is quite *brisk* - the house shades much of the sun. We used the pool fairly often and it was quite refreshing. If you're looking for bathtub warm, it's not that. We enjoyed how spacious the villa is and we made use of the hammock on the top floor. The villa is so lovely! The rooms are airy and comfortable. The beds are soft and the bedding is, too! I could go on for days about the food! We opted for 6 supper during our 10 day stay. We picked up extra groceries for fulle breakfasts as well as yogurt, bread and extra fruit for those of the group who preferred something lighter in the mornings. Suppers were generous and it worked beautifully to have leftovers handy for lunches on the days where we were choosing to fend for ourselves. We were able to hop on the bus and head into PV or to Boxa de Tomatlan on the days we wanted to adventure a little. The villa is situated up the hill from Mismaloya and we felt safe and pampered while we were there. It's truly a beautiful, peaceful place for a holiday. Close to but not in the thick of things. Its location was perfect for our group and we were truly thankful for the ambiance and the service. Our communications with Mercedes went very well. She was very responsive and patient with our many questions prior to our stay. Highly recommend!
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

AMAZING EXPERIENCE...

First, I gave this 5 Star rating because of Gabbi and Luz. They were absolutely amazing. The Food, the cleanliness & attention to my family was someone we had never experienced. The View is amazing, the pictures don't do justice. I was shocked when we arrived how the view was. The house is showing it's age, but very clean and presented well. Very well equipped, no worries on not having things to cook with. The common area/Dinning area is large and able to accommodate a large family, we were 10. The rooms upstairs are spectacular, there was some bug issues at night on the end of our trip. Bring bug spray. I The Rooms by the pool were great, very humid and can be open air if you wish. The mattress in the one room need replacing, it is like a pile wood sheet. Overall the sleeping arrangements worked, if you have small children, might be a challenge for you. There is also a suite below the pool deck, which we never used. Has a Queen bed and Twin bed. Top 2 Rooms in the main house have Queen bed and a double bed. Pool deck rooms has 2 Queen Beds. The pool is not huge, but for a family of 10, we had no issue with the 4 Kids and a few adults enjoying the pool at one time. Lastly, Mismaloya is a very small town. You can not buy a lot of groceries locally. All your main items would come from PV. Bus runs every 10 minutes or so, 10 Pesos each and takes about 25 Minutes. Taxi's are about 160 to 200 Pesos, depending on where in PV you are coming from. I would recommend a very large shop the first day. We ended up making multiple trips into PV which could have been avoided. The quiet and remote location of the Villa is something we enjoyed. Other than some locals up and down the hill, you don't see anyone. The hill up to the Villa is steep, we trekked it almost everyday. Not always up, but always down. We took cabs up on numerous occasion. If i were to come back, i would rent a car for at least a week of the Trip. Food in Mismaloya was just as good as in PV, if not better. We ate at Tony's Seafood, El Jachilto and Mismaloya Grill. All very affordable and quality. Mr. Tequila is also a must:). Great Property, unfortunately, unless your travelling with a large group, it is way to much house for a couple or two to rent.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2020
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10/10 Excellent

chrissy r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

best vacay

this was our 3rd time staying at this property. gaby & luz are fantastic. they make you feel like family. they know everyone in town, they arrange rides, boat days, give great advice. very clean and safe property. my favorite place to get away from home life.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022