Puerto Vallarta's Best Hotels Honored in Michelin Guide's New Global Hospitality Benchmark

Four of Puerto Vallarta’s prestigious luxury and boutique hotels have been honored in the Michelin Guide’s inaugural Michelin Key selection, a new global standard of excellence in hospitality. Leading the way is Xinalani, awarded the elite Three Key distinction, making it one of only three hotels in Mexico to achieve this prestigious rating. This award emphasizes Xinalani's commitment to sustainable luxury travel. BellView Boutique Hotel, Casa Kimberly, and Hacienda San Angel each earned the coveted One Key distinction, further solidifying Puerto Vallarta’s standing as a destination that seamlessly blends cultural heritage, exceptional service, and unique design elements—the hallmarks of the region’s hospitality.

The Michelin Key system, the latest accolade from the renowned Michelin Guide, highlights hotels that deliver extraordinary guest experiences beyond traditional amenities. Each property undergoes rigorous evaluation across five critical areas: architecture and design, service quality and consistency, overall character and personality, value for money, and contribution to the guest experience within its specific setting. Similar to Michelin Stars for restaurants, the Michelin Key system awards properties with One to Three Keys, with Three Keys being the highest recognition, celebrating the finest hotels globally.

Michelin Key Honorees in Puerto Vallarta:

Xinalani: An Eco-Luxury Retreat at the Top

Nestled on the secluded Quimixto Beach and accessible only by boat, Xinalani offers an exclusive eco-luxury retreat experience. Famous for its world-class yoga programs, the hotel boasts panoramic ocean views from every room and offers standalone private casitas, some perched high in the surrounding mountains. Its open-air, palm-thatched design blends serene natural beauty with luxurious features like private plunge pools, gourmet health-conscious cuisine, and exclusive beach access. Guests enjoy daily yoga, meditation sessions, and activities like cooking classes, salsa dancing, and spa treatments. Adventure seekers can indulge in eco-tours, from jungle hikes to whale watching, all set against the stunning Pacific backdrop.

BellView Boutique Hotel: Historic Elegance in the Heart of Puerto Vallarta