Hotel at a Glance: Casa de los Sueños

The colorful private casitas at Casa de los Sueños don’t have TVs, but we doubt you’ll notice thanks to the property’s host of excursions. Schedule time to go fishing or horseback riding or just make the three-minute stroll to the beach and relax. As if that weren’t enough to make you feel welcome, you’ll receive drinks upon arrival.

• Explore the water by paddling through the waves with your included one-hour kayak rental.
• Cook up a storm in your casa’s kitchenette with sink, stovetop, and a small refrigerator.
• Honeymoon suites: Casas Corona and Buena Vista have open-air showers, private patios, and stunning ocean views.
• Garden-view rooms: Casa Redonda is a thatched roof palapa with an outdoor WiFi nook; Casa Rustica has access to the main kitchen and a communal sitting area.
• Enjoy a boat ride: Yelapa and the hotel are only accessible by boat, giving visitors the chance to see the bay from a whole new angle.

Bay of Banderas, Mexico: Diverse Terrain and Rustic Pueblos in Up-and-Coming Resort Area

Named one of the World’s Sexiest Affordable Destinations by Travel + Leisure, the Bay of Banderas stretches more than 100 miles along Mexico’s Pacific coast. Its varied landscape of white-sand beaches and lush mountains presents a range of outdoor activities, including horseback riding along the shore and ziplining through the rainforest canopy. Visit one of the fishing towns strung along the coast for a chance to catch some of the area’s choice black marlin and sailfish.

Among Bay of Banderas’s seaside hamlets, the charming village of Yelapa stands out for its diverse dining scene. Peruse the local tiendas for fresh groceries or drop into one of the restaurants for a night of live jazz, Spanish flamenco, or Latin fusion. Be sure to visit the town’s two waterfalls, or head to the beach and buy a pie from one of Yelapa’s famous pie ladies.

Though many prefer the more laid-back pace that pervades most of the Bay of Banderas, it’s also within easy reach of Puerto Vallarta’s first-rate nightlife, restaurants, and cultural attractions. Head here to pick up the pace on the Malecon, Puerto Vallarta’s sculpture-studded seaside boardwalk, which buzzes with the activity of street musicians and food carts hawking skewered shrimp and spicy corn.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the best way to travel to the hotel from the airport? The closest airport to the property is Licenciado Gustavo Díaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR).

2. Is there an additional occupancy fee, or do I have to purchase another Groupon? The Groupon covers two guests and rooms have a maximum occupancy of two.

3. Will I be approached to attend a timeshare sales presentation? Groupon customers are never obligated to attend a sales presentation. If you are approached and decline a presentation, you will not lose the value of your Groupon or have to pay additional fees.

4. Which activities and amenities are included in the resort credits? No resort credits are included with this Groupon.

5. Are dinner reservations required for restaurants? Is there a dress code? There are no onsite restaurants.

6. What are the transportation options? While there are no cars in Yelapa, there are airport and water taxi transportation services available from downtown Puerto Vallarta

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