Hidden gems: places in Puerto Vallarta

Discover the city's hidden treasures—remarkable spots that are relatively undiscovered but offer exceptional experiences. Our selection criteria? A rating of 4.5 or higher with fewer than 150 reviews. Explore these lesser-known yet outstanding places that promise a delightful visit in Puerto Vallarta. Ratings are based from 445 places in the city.

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Flying Heart Yoga
Yoga studio
👍👍 Was so happy to find a yoga studio in the heart of Puerto Vallarta - felt like home! Props to Willis for creating a special place for visitors and locals alike to get their yogi fix. Also, thank you for sharing Luna, I saw her as the studio's fur baby mascot spreading love and natural demos of dow...
5.00 (97 reviews)
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PADI 5 Star - Banderas Scuba Republic - Malecon area
SCUBA tour agency
👍👍 Look no further! This is the best scuba centre to gain your certification for Padi. The facilities, organisation, and equipment all excellent! Very professional and we felt safe at all times. It’s amazing value and we highly recommended Banderas for all your scuba activities. In October 2023, my hu...
5.00 (68 reviews)
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White Rabbit Pastry Coffee & Bar
Espresso bar
👍👍 Has breakfast there today and was impressed. The latte I had was very smooth and well made. I was not planning to have breakfast, as I stopped just to try the coffee, but the three of us were entices by the menu to try it out. Everything there is made in house, even the pastries. My flank steak...
5.00 (61 reviews)
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Urban Sport Bar
Sports bar
👍👍 I loved this SPORT Bar. You have a great time in a super cozy atmosphere, watching your favorite sports and with delicious snacks. They serve commercial beers, craft beers (Los Cuentos, my favorite), brews, distillates, and delicious cocktails with and without alcohol. I recommend the Urban wings a...
5.00 (60 reviews)
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Revueltas
Cafe
👍👍 As a Montrealer it was always hard for me to convince my self liking a coffee which I don’t feel it’s mine. Specially in a community which is my first time being there. This time was deferent café Revueltas is one of the bests or I would say the best cofé I could find in Puerto Vallarta. Barista him...
5.00 (60 reviews)
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Bahía 103
Mexican restaurant
👍👍 Las Miches botaneras were absolutely great and delicious. Definitely will recommend trying them.
5.00 (60 reviews)
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Villa Lola
Bed & breakfast
Rustic-chic rooms in an upscale adults-only B&B featuring a rooftop terrace with a plunge pool.
5.00 (60 reviews)
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Michi Go Cat Café
Espresso bar
👍👍 Such a cute café with two friendly cats. The breakfast burrito was really good and the oat milk mocha latés were delicious. Great portions and coffee was not super sweet. Friendly service and adorable furry companions Micifuz and Manderina 🐱
5.00 (56 reviews)
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Te Latte Café
Espresso bar
👍👍 Just moved into the neighbourhood (Versalles), found Te Latte Café just walking around. They have Fantastic Coffee, friendly and great service. What an amazing place right in the middle of Versalles here in Puerto Vallarta. Take the time to stop by, grab a coffee and enjoy Te Latte Café, I highly re...
5.00 (51 reviews)
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ANTIDOTE
Wine bar
👍👍 The food and wine is beyond delicious. Do yourself a favor and give this place a shot. I’d say the best wine in Puerto Vallarta, shipped in from France. If you’ve ever had French wine, you know. The food is AMAZING. The atmosphere is welcoming as are the owners, sweet and friendly. We had such a won...
5.00 (51 reviews)
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Crossfit H750
Gym
👍👍 Hermosa Familia y excelentes coaches. La cuota mensual es muy accesible en comparación con otros boxes. No te vas a arrepentir.
5.00 (47 reviews)
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Cósmica
Brunch restaurant
👍👍 So excited about this place! I’ve heard the chef is something else, next level!!!
5.00 (42 reviews)
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Rosie's Vallarta Cooking
Culinary school
👍👍 Absolutely recommend it. Rosie’s cooking with her grandmother’s recipes was superb. My bff and I were the only two in class on that hot summer day but we loved it. We got to go to the local market for the fresh ingredients to cook in her beautifully remodeled kitchen. I got to cook and eat amazingly...
5.00 (41 reviews)
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Cross Box by El Mata
Gym
👍👍 El equipo es muy variado y está en excelentes condiciones. Hay horarios en la mañana y en la tarde, igual muy variados y cómodos.
5.00 (41 reviews)
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Bahia Jiu Jitsu Pv
Martial arts school
👍👍 I highly recommend this school! I was vacationing 9 full days in PV. 7 of those days, I trained with Pedro and his crew. They were extremely welcoming and their space is large and clean. They have both morning and evening adult classes which allowed me the flexibility to continue to train regardless...
5.00 (37 reviews)
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Cochran Real Estate
Real estate agency
👍👍 I chose to work with Cochran Real Estate because of Harriet’s expertise in both local real estate law and property transactions. Given her decades of experience working in Puerto Vallarta, she has thoroughly vetted all the companies and service providers that make up her real estate support team to...
5.00 (36 reviews)
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The Office PV
Bar
5.00 (33 reviews)
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Nutrición Inteligente
Gym
👍👍 The best coach. Personalized training is perfectly suited to your development, 100% recommended.
5.00 (32 reviews)
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NIZA FIVE Luxury Beach Apartments
Holiday apartment rental
👍👍 Great new modern condo in great neighborhood of Versailles. Fantastic sunsets from balcony or rooftop pool
5.00 (30 reviews)
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Banco de Sangre Central de Puerto Vallarta
Blood bank
👍👍 Everyone was friendly - this is my first donation out of Canada - please make sure to check the rules on line as they are different than Canada prior to arriving. And if you can donate please do so. Here you can do a general donation or donate to a specific person in need of blood.
5.00 (30 reviews)
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