Zona Románticareal estate

The Zona Romántica — also called Old Town, and centered on the colonia Emiliano Zapata — is the grid of streets south of the Río Cuale. It runs from the river down to the hillsides of Amapas and Conchas Chinas, with Playa de los Muertos along its western edge.

It is Puerto Vallarta's most walkable neighborhood. Los Muertos Beach and its pier, the cafés and restaurants of Olas Altas, and the southern end of the Malecón are all close at hand, so daily life here rarely calls for a car.

It is also the city's best-known LGBTQ-friendly district, with music venues, cabarets and a busy restaurant scene. That energy is the attraction for many owners — and the reason to choose your street and floor carefully if you prefer quiet.

What you'll find here

Most homes are condominiums: boutique buildings a few blocks from the beach, many with rooftop pools and lounges, alongside a smaller number of older single-family houses set back from the water. Developments on Calle Púlpito include Chic by Pinnacle, Residences by Pinnacle and Signature by Pinnacle, with one-bedroom condominiums, townhouses and penthouses.

Who it suits

Buyers who want to walk to the beach and to dinner, who will use the home for part of the year, or who plan to rent it when they're away. Rental rules differ from building to building, so read each condominium's regulations before you commit.