Rivera del Rio Boutique HotelHistoric style beside the Rio Cuale in Puerto Vallarta’s Romantic Zone.

Name: Rivera del Rio
Address: 104 Rivera del Río Emiliano Zapata, Puerto Vallarta, Jal., 48380, Mexico
Telephone: +14806695530

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Rivera del Rio

Star rating : 4.0

Discover 19 unique rooms, three pools, one jacuzzi and a rooftop bar. Stay beside the Rio Cuale, close to Old Town dining, galleries and nightlife.

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Vanity DELUXE
Vanity Deluxe is one of Rivera del Rio’s larger king rooms. Royal-blue decor, a bold red bathroom, a chaise longue and a jetted bathtub create its distinctive setting.
Diego DELUXE
Diego Deluxe is a king room with water views, a jetted bathtub and a shower. Dramatic black decor with soft pink accents gives the room its individual character.
Alejandro Penthouse
Alejandro Penthouse offers views of the bay and Gringo Gulch from an elevated setting at Rivera del Rio. The penthouse includes a sitting room, a sofa bed, a full kitchen, a spacious closet and a large private patio. Access involves stairs.
Candelaria Suite
Candelaria Suite is a two-level suite with a king-size iron bed, a private entrance, an outdoor dining area and a kitchenette. A bathtub for two, a fireplace and direct access to the pool and jacuzzi add to its distinctive setting.
Medusa Penthouse
Medusa Penthouse occupies an elevated position at Rivera del Rio, with balconies at the front and back and views of the river, sea and city. A large jetted bathtub for two completes the penthouse setting.
Carlotta Suite
Carlotta Suite has its own private entrance on Calle Aquiles Serdan. A Venetian-style chandelier, colorful seating, a fireplace and handmade mosaic floors give the suite its character. The living area includes a sofa bed, a dining table and a kitchen with an oven and refrigerator.
Silver DELUXE
Silver Deluxe is a king room named in tribute to Rivera del Rio’s original owner, Silver Maria Cortez. Its design reflects her love of the ocean and the hotel’s distinctive decorative style.
Zelda DELUXE
Zelda Deluxe is a spacious king room with emerald-green decor and two single trundle beds. An additional US$30 per person applies after the first two guests. Please email the hotel before arrival to confirm the guest count and sleeping arrangements.
Rasputin
Rasputin is a premium king room with views of the Rio Cuale. Bold red decor creates a dramatic riverside setting at Rivera del Rio.
Korvette
Korvette is a second-floor king room with a terrace and a work desk. It is located near the Kylo and Maria rooms at Rivera del Rio.
Cortez Suite
Cortez Suite is a spacious three-level suite with a lofted king bedroom, a twin daybed and a sofa bed. It includes a private kitchen, a living area, two bathrooms, a fireplace and river views. The entrance is at ground level, but the suite has internal stairs; contact us before booking if access is a concern.
Green Room
The Green Room combines chartreuse and black decor, painted ceiling details, stained glass and a decorative iron bed. It has a bathtub for two, air conditioning, Wi-Fi, cable TV and direct access to the pool. Guests can also use the shared kitchenette and dining room below.
Maria Room
Maria Room is a king room reached by a winding stairway in the heart of Rivera del Rio. A balcony overlooks the river and surrounding greenery. The room includes air conditioning, Wi-Fi, a flat-screen TV and a mini fridge, with access to shared kitchen and pool facilities.
Mariposa
Mariposa is a compact room with mosaic floors, mirrored walls, a small balcony and a refrigerator. The bathroom has a mosaic sink, a sunken tub and a shower. Air conditioning, Wi-Fi and cable TV are included; check your selected rate for breakfast details.
Scarlet
Scarlet has a queen-size Balinese bed, crimson curtains and a balcony overlooking the Rio Cuale. The bathroom features a deep terracotta bathtub. The room includes air conditioning, Wi-Fi and cable TV, with access to the shared kitchenette, pool and jacuzzi. Check your selected rate for breakfast details.
Kylo
Kylo is a second-floor king room with playful colors and whimsical decor. If you need fewer stairs, contact our team before booking so we can explain the access route.
Josephine
Josephine is a premium king room with views of the Rio Cuale. Soft, warm colors create a bright and welcoming riverside setting.
Elektra
Elektra is a king room with views of the Rio Cuale. Bright colors and lively decorative details create a cheerful setting at Rivera del Rio.
Gabriella
Gabriella is a king room with views across Puerto Vallarta, two balconies and a distinctive palapa-style bathroom. Its elevated city views make it an individual choice for your stay at Rivera del Rio.

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Stay beside the Rio Cuale at Rivera del Rio, a distinctive boutique hotel in Puerto Vallarta’s Romantic Zone. Bold colors, eclectic artwork and the legacy of “Silver” Maria Cortez give this historic villa its individual character.

Choose from 19 uniquely designed rooms and suites. Enjoy three pools, one jacuzzi and a rooftop bar, with Old Town restaurants, galleries and nightlife close by. Explore our rooms and suites to compare their individual features.

Discover our sister properties: Garlands del Rio, a riverside boutique retreat in the Romantic Zone, and Quinta Maria Cortez, a beachfront hotel in Conchas Chinas. Rivera and Garlands guests can purchase beach-club day passes at Quinta Maria Cortez for US$30 per person; contact our team to arrange your visit.

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Rivera del Río welcomes gay and lesbian couples, LGBTQ+ friends and solo travelers to the Romantic Zone. Discover colorful rooms, rooftop pools and a riverside base for exploring Old Town.

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