Puerto Vallarta lies along Banderas Bay, the second largest bay in the Western Hemisphere. It is located 219 miles from Guadalajara, the state capital of Jalisco, and it is nestled in the foothills of the Sierra Madre mountain range. The region has many forests, rivers and waterfalls, with an average temperature of 80°F.

Of its many attractions we recommend Playa Mismaloya, which gained fame after director John Huston filmed "The Night of the Iguana" (starring Ava Gardner and Richard Burton) there in 1963. This beach is a popular celebrity hangout. The impressive rock formations of Los Arcos emerge from the bay's crystalline waters, which are great for diving and discovering incredible underwater mountains and steeps. The city hall has murals painted by Manuel Lepe, and the Malecon is adorned with romantic bronze sculptures. What's more, the streets of downtown offer shops and galleries that sell local paintings and sculptures of local artists. The city, known for its top-notch services, also has golf courses, boutiques and a marina, comprising of sail boats and yachts.

In Puerto Vallarta you can enjoy the exquisite regional cuisine of Jalisco that so many people have come to love, and the terraces of open-air restaurants. You can also watch cruise ships roll in as you take in an incredible sunset.

Because of that and so much more, Vallarta is the ideal place for a relaxing and enjoyable stay. You can also experience: Sailing, shopping, snorkel & scuba, spas, surfing and water sports.

Westin Resort & Spa, Puerto Vallarta
Nestled in the enchanting town of Puerto Vallarta and overlooking the sparkling Banderas Bay, The Westin Resort & Spa, Puerto Vallarta is a spectacular getaway. A beach resort designed by renowned architect Javier Sordo Madaleno, located at the exclusive Marina Vallarta area and few minutes away from quaint downtown.