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Gay Puerto Vallarta
Every year Puerto Vallarta seems to become more popular as a gay vacation spot. With a great climate, beautiful ocean bay, beaches, mountains and lush tropical jungle as the setting, Puerto Vallarta is a small city devoted to serving the visiting traveler. While retaining much of its old style Mexican charm, Vallarta has over the years built up the infrastructure of a modern resort community. Internet cafes, ATM machines, fine restaurants, excellent airport, modern medical services, drinkable water supply, and a safe, tolerant environment are now all part of the Vallarta scene. So visiting a tropical paradise doesn't have to be a choice between a modern but sterile place or the alternative of a quaint but primitive existence. Puerto Vallarta has all the quaintness, without compromising on any of the modern conveniences.
Whether you're just considering a vacation here, someone who has just visited once before, or a virtual resident who comes every winter for months at a time, you'll find plenty of useful information here. Vallarta now has over a dozen hotels, guesthouses, and bed and breakfasts that cater to our community, several different gay bars and gay clubs, a world famous gay beach, great gay trips on boats, special tours including evenings out at natural hot springs, and some great restaurants. The gay scene in Vallarta runs the gamut, from gay beach bums, to the A-list couples who winter here and entertain themselves and their friends in high style.
Vallarta is popular with all sorts of gay men and women from many places around the globe. Younger and older, European and from the Americas or Australia, the cosmopolitan mix is part of what makes this an exciting place to see and be seen. And in case you're worried that this means not meeting some beautiful Mexicans, rest assured that many "friends of Dorothy" from Vallarta and from the larger cities within Mexico, especially Guadalajara, also come here to relax on our famous beaches and grace our clubs at night.
Vallarta is in the tropics, on the Pacific Ocean side of Mexico, tucked into a mountainous coastal area. We're located on one of the largest, deepest, and most stunning natural bays in the world, Bahia de Banderas, which supports almost any form of water recreation imaginable. This bay is where the humpback whales come every winter, where dolphins nest year round, and deep sea fishing is excellent. The winds are great here for sailing. Surfing is good on the north coast of the bay. And it isn't overrun with development. Almost thirty miles of the bay's coast is completely inaccessible by road and therefore pristine and devoid of development. The mountains surrounding the bay are lush with tropical jungle, the beaches in some areas are framed by these mountains that come right down to the water's edge, and, best of all, none of it is ruined by pollution or any industrial ugliness. In Puerto Vallarta the air is clean, the sun shines without rain almost all winter long, and the sunsets - well, they're as spectacular as you could possibly ask for.
gayguide Vallarta - Your Online Info Resource
gayguide Vallarta is a comprehensive online guide for the gay or lesbian visitor. You'll find described here all the gay attractions, hotels, bars and discos, as well as other useful information for planning your visit. We concentrate on the gay angle missing in all the mainstream online guides for Puerto Vallarta. For a broader perspective on Puerto Vallarta we suggest VisitPuertoVallarta.com, which is jointly produced by our city's Tourism Board and the Convention and Visitors Bureau.
gayguide Vallarta also publishes the free gay map book found in all the best gay venues of Puerto Vallarta. The gayguide Vallarta website is supported by the advertisers of the gayguide Vallarta map and guidebook.
gayguide Vallarta is a publication and not a travel agency. We welcome gay and gay-friendly businesses in Vallarta to list their services in our directories for free. Premium listings, which include links, are available to advertisers. The site database includes a wide choice of accommodation offerings, most offered directly by the property owners and operators, others by booking agents who specialize in gay Vallarta or the area. You'll make your reservations directly with the agent, property owner or manager. Please mention when you book that you saw their listing in gayguide Vallarta. Only businesses known to be gay-friendly are listed.
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Vallarta Gay+ Community Center is closed on Sundays.
It resumes its regular hours on all other days of the week.
The PVRPV laundry service is from Monday to Saturday.
Remember that there is no service on Sundays.
Even great coffee needs a break… that's why Trovasi Cafe closes its doors on Sundays to recharge, savor life, and return on Monday with the same quality and warmth you love.
"Thank you for your patronage! See you Monday through Saturday to continue sharing delicious moments!"
All funds raised from these recordings go towards scientific research and conservation projects for the humpback whale.
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PVRPV is proud to present V177 201!
V177 is perfectly located in the romantic area, one block from the Famous Los Muertos beach. Just steps away from nightlife, really great restaurants, fabulous attractions, weekly farmers markets and much more. This unit will bring you the comfort of home while you enjoy your vacation.
PVRPV proudly presents Bliss 1-5, a charming and stylish retreat located in the heart of downtown Puerto Vallarta’s Art District.
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Plan your getaway to Puerto Vallarta and save big.
Book in advance at Blue Chairs Resort by the Sea and enjoy up to 42% off in the heart of the Romantic Zone, steps from Los Muertos Beach.
Shipping has never been easier! Free shipping on orders over $50 USD in the US and a flat international rate of $15 USD to the rest of the world. No surprises, just your next favorite item on its way.
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Book now and have fun like never before in Puerto Vallarta!
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Start your morning with local flavor with the Vallarta Breakfast at Sí Señor Beach. Enjoy a full breakfast with a main dish, fruit or French toast, orange juice, and coffee for $249 pesos right on the beach in Puerto Vallarta.
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Relax, breathe and let expert hands restore balance to your body in the heart of Puerto Vallarta.
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Immerse yourself in trails teeming with life, learn about exotic plants, birds, and unique flowers of the region, and experience nature that everyone will fall in love with.
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Learn Spanish in a practical, fun and personalized way at Spanish Experience Center.
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Your rest starts here. Book now and relax as you deserve.
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It's time to savor the flavors of the season! An excellent opportunity to enjoy special creations at delightful prices, in a gastronomic experience that promises to be memorable.
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Let yourself be taken care of by expert hands in a calm, elegant environment designed entirely for your well-being.
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Come spend a quality time with delicious food, delicious mimosas and an incredible view of the bay.
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The Bar Frida 25th Anniversary T-shirts are here! Considered the "official uniform of the Romantic Zone for 2026," these limited-edition garments celebrate a quarter-century of history. Available exclusively at the bar in various styles for only $350 pesos. Limited edition while supplies last!
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Dear LGBTQ+ artists,
ART VallARTa Museum Association is honored to invite you to participate in:
G.A.Y. – Yacimiento Art Gallery.
Get ready to celebrate, love, and shine at Vallarta Pride 2026… where pride is lived intensely!
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Get ready to experience one of Puerto Vallarta's most iconic brunches!
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Flavors that blossom in the heart of the jungle. This year, during Restaurant Week, Hacienda de Oro invites you to savor a culinary experience surrounded by the lush beauty of the Botanical Garden. Enjoy a spectacular meal with panoramic mountain views, where the freshness of local ingredients truly shines.
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Flavors that blossom in the heart of the jungle. This year, during Restaurant Week, Hacienda de Oro invites you to savor a culinary experience surrounded by the lush beauty of the Botanical Garden. Enjoy a spectacular meal with panoramic mountain views, where the freshness of local ingredients truly shines.
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Looking for a place to watch your favorite sport in Vallarta?
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Your favorite lunch spots now have a new location in Puerto Vallarta! The Swedes Bar & Bistro opens at 12 PM with delicious fresh salads, sandwiches, irresistible burgers, desserts, and 2-for-1 specials on margaritas, domestic beer, Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, and their famous Frozé. The perfect plan for a relaxing afternoon in the Romantic Zone.
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The most popular exponents of the Regional Mexican genre and the most generous musicals and shows lead the program of events and live music at the Fiestas de Mayo Puerto Vallarta 2026 Festival.
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Enjoy the Daiquiris and Margaritas next to the river. They are perfect and refreshing on a hot day. Come take a little brake.
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Original, handmade erotic art you can wear. Visit Burly Bottoms Designs and discover t-shirts, tank tops, and more with unique designs in a queer, creative, and uncensored space in Zona Romántica.
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Enjoy their open air and three floors of space. Also their delicious drinks and their friendly staff.
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Experience the magic of Mexico amidst nature, music, and vibrant colors at the Vallarta Botanical Garden. Enjoy a special afternoon of folkloric dance with talented dancers celebrating Mexican traditions in one of Puerto Vallarta's most beautiful settings. Every Sunday at 2:00 PM.
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Enjoy the view and great drinks every day. Stay for the go-go dancers and drag shows!
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The best T Dance Pool Party on SUNDAYS at Pool Club PV, Clothing optional, Gogo Dancers, Best Dj Beats! Now 1/2 Price Access Day.
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River Café is a beautiful restaurant in Puerto Vallarta, located on the Cuale River Island.
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Join the March Against Homophobia at Vallarta Pride 2026! We're kicking off the "A Very Mexican Pride" celebration with strength and purpose. This May 17th, we'll raise our voices for visibility and respect in an iconic walk from the Sheraton Hotel to the Malecón Arches. Together, we're building a future free of prejudice!
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An iconic beachfront restaurant in Olas Altas that blends relaxed elegance with international flavors. Enjoy their participation in Restaurant Week with exclusive menus designed to be savored under the Pacific breeze.
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The Swedes Bar & Bistro offers an exciting menu designed for all occasions.
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The Swedes Bar & Bistro offers an exciting menu designed for all occasions.
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An iconic beachfront restaurant in Olas Altas that blends relaxed elegance with international flavors. Enjoy their participation in Restaurant Week with exclusive menus designed to be savored under the Pacific breeze.
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Get ready to sing, dance, and feel the rhythm.
A spectacular Ricky Martin tribute comes to Coco Cabaret with a high-energy show full of iconic hits and pure Latin fire.
Get ready for a night filled with drama, laughter, and nostalgia!
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A spectacular show full of color, music and tradition that celebrates the cultural richness of Mexico through dances, stories and an unforgettable festive atmosphere.
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Bringing to their platform's some of the hottest queens in town. You may have seen them here and there but never like you will here at La Noche!
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Banana Factory celebrates its first anniversary in Puerto Vallarta.
The popular spot is celebrating its first year of success with a weekend full of promotions. On May 16th and 17th, attendees can enjoy two-for-one drinks all day long (from opening to closing). The event will also feature special guest performances starting at 9:00 PM. A must-see event to celebrate this establishment's journey in the city's nightlife scene.
The night gets better with Cosmopolitan Late Night Happy Hour at The Swedes Bar & Bistro. Enjoy cosmopolitans for $40 pesos every day from 10 PM to midnight in the heart of the Romantic Zone.
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