Puerto Vallarta: La Casa del Puente

Lonely Planet Review

Unique in that there are only two apartments, both so large, comfortable and wonderfully decorated that they feel like small houses. The guesthouse's location is charming, tucked in behind a restaurant overlooking the Río Cuale.

There's been a buzz about this place for decades, so you'll want to reserve well in advance. It's not hard to see why: once you pass through the gate you'll feel like you're deep in the jungle. Huge trees, filled with winging birds and the occasional iguana, spread their limbs to shade the house as the river passes by below. All three units are beautifully appointed with period antiques and bric-a-brac collected by someone with terrific taste. The apartments come complete with cozy Mexican-style kitchens, and the friendly resident caretaker is on hand to make sure you feel at home.

Michael Read
Lonely Planet author