Four-Diamond Hilltop Hotel with Views of Banderas Bay

A holder of TripAdvisor’s “Certificate of Excellence”, Grand Miramar Puerto Vallarta is perched on the hills of Conchas Chinas, an exclusive residential neighborhood with cobblestone streets. The area is known for its spectacular views of Banderas Bay, and the four-diamond Grand Miramar has some of the best. The guest rooms, restaurants, swimming pools, and spa all look out on the sparkling ocean. From certain points, you can also see the city skyline and the Sierra Madre mountain range.

Junior suites feature terraces overlooking the ocean. Inside, you’ll find flat-screen televisions and kitchenettes outfitted with refrigerators and microwaves. The resort’s onsite restaurant Cielito Lindo serves a complimentary breakfast buffet as well “spontaneous cuisine” from new chef Casiano Reyes. Other restaurants such as The Terrace and La Mar offer a range of cuisine, including Mexican, Mediterranean, international, and lighter fare options throughout the day. This Groupon includes a resort credit (amount varies depending on option purchased), as well as a bottle of wine.

The hotel’s minimalist architecture reflects its natural surroundings—the design uses balconies to give the building an undulating appearance, an homage to the nearby ocean waves. Sink into a lounge chair near an outdoor pool or grab an ocean-facing spot on the midlevel deck. Minutes away, you’ll find Playa de los Muertos, one of the area’s most popular public beaches. Back at the hotel, you can snuggle up with a book from Grand Miramar’s library or indulge in a mystic healing ritual massage at the spa.

Puerto Vallarta, Mexico: Tropical Paradise with Cosmopolitan Flair

Puerto Vallarta is perhaps Mexico’s most sophisticated vacation destination, with expansive beaches, trendy restaurants, and cobblestone streets leading to beautifully preserved 19th-century churches. A 16-block boardwalk known as the malecón offers unobstructed ocean views as it extends from the city center, past fountains and a famous 9-foot-high statue of a boy riding a seahorse.

Called “the most gay-friendly city in Mexico” by Frommer’s, Vallarta draws a diverse crowd of vacationers intent on relaxing during the day and living it up at night, bouncing between the city’s numerous dance clubs and bouncy castles. For a glimpse of the city’s history, head to Viejo Vallarta, also known as Old Town, where artists peddle shawls and piñatas and mariachi bands serenade couples dancing on Plaza Principal.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the best way to travel to the hotel from the airport? The best airport to fly in/out of is Licenciado Gustavo Díaz Ordaz International Airport (airport code: PVR). Travel distance from the airport to the hotel is approximately 8 miles. A cab ride costs around $65. A shuttle for round-trip airport transportation is $54.

2. Is there an additional occupancy fee, or do I have to purchase another Groupon? The Groupon covers two guests. Junior suites have a maximum occupancy of two, and grand junior suites have a maximum occupancy of four. Contact the property for additional-occupant fees.

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? Resort credits are not included with this deal.

5. Are dinner reservations required for restaurants? Is there a dress code? Please contact the property at (877) 874-8901 for information regarding reservations and dress codes.

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