"El Cielito was literally a breath of fresh air from the crowded “tourism scene” in the area. If you are looking for a relaxing, beautiful and affordable location for your next vacation, this is exactly what you are looking for. Staff were all amazing and the accommodations were superb. We will definitely return…often!!"
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"I wanted to take my time before writing this review. My partner and I traveled to Puerto Vallarta specifically to stay at the Xinalani Hotel Retreat—the photos looked stunning. We booked the king suite for its private pool and outdoor shower, aiming for a peaceful, private birthday celebration.
We expected some bugs, as the website warns about them, so a dragonfly in our suite wasn’t a big deal. But from check-in, we noticed a foul sewage-like smell in the room. When we brought it up, the afternoon manager dismissed our concern, blaming the ocean or possibly a dead animal—off-putting, to say the least. The odor wasn't constant, but with the open-air design, it returned often. Later, we found the smell came from the path beneath our suite.
Other issues included collapsing furniture—one piece even hit me—and a mouse in the suite on checkout day. For a place marketed as a luxury retreat, these issues were unacceptable. What frustrated us most was the management’s tendency to explain away problems instead of resolving them.
Despite amazing waitstaff and a great daytime manager on 4/18, the overall experience was disappointing. My rule is: would I go back? Sadly, no. Too many problems, not enough accountability. It’s a hard pass."
If you're planning to come to the area to visit Amor Beach, take some time to see the rest of the sights while you're in town. This welcoming area is known for its beautiful beaches and great live music scene. You'll find 5 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.
Where is the best place to stay close to Amor Beach?
Cabañas El Cielito is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and a restaurant. It's located 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Amor Beach. Other good choices around the area include Hotel Marshell and Velyn.
How many hotels will I find close to Amor Beach?
Expedia has 5 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Amor Beach.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Amor Beach, will I receive a refund?
Yes, the majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best options available near Amor Beach.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Amor Beach?
For more details about picking new dates or cancelling your stay near Amor Beach, click here.
