Amaca Beach Retreat - Puerto Vallarta South Shore

The location is friendly, and the staff are helpful.

Stephen·4 months ago

“A disappointing 5 days...not recommended.”

The spot is great for watching surfers and walking to the village. The on‑site office woman was professional and helpful. Our room was pretty awful—newly built onto the side of the old dining room and poorly constructed. The bathroom was tiny, and the shower was so badly built that we could barely open the door. The only chair was an old vinyl recliner with a cheap mat over it. Lighting was poor, and the bedside table wiring was unreliable—it didn’t always work. The bed sheets were low quality (nylon?) and didn’t fit the mattress properly, sliding off all night. The laundry service seemed problematic; we only got fresh towels once during our 5‑day stay and they smelled moldy. The information card taped to the back of the door had incorrect, outdated info (restaurant hours were wrong). Quiet hours were ignored by other guests—Saturday night partygoers were very loud—and no staff were around to monitor. Breakfast was basic and lacked variety. Swimming was impossible due to strong waves and undertows. I don’t usually write negative reviews, but if the owners or managers address some of these issues, they might turn things around.

Melanie·7 months ago

“Amaca is a tranquil place allowing you to fall asleep to the wonderful sound of the waves.”

Amaca Beach Resort in Quimixto was so tranquil and easy to relax at. The rooms were clean and very comfortable with everything we needed. The food was delicious, with great options for healthy, clean eating—the coconut shrimp, large salads, and fruit plates were the best! The staff were unbelievably accommodating, caring, joyful, and friendly. We enjoyed everyone we met; they took great care of my older mom and treated her like their own, making her feel very cared for. The resort is right on the beach with easy swimming, snorkeling, and surfing when the waves are there. There’s a small pool that was just enough to cool off during the day and have a warm swim in the evenings. The communal kitchen lets you store food in the fridge, cook if you wish, and eat in a shaded, quiet place on your own. A few sweet dogs greet you if you’re open to animal love. Water taxis are easy and can pick you up and drop you off right out in front instead of taking you to the pier/dock in town. Quimixto village is small and quaint, and a 10‑minute walk on the path or on the beach is easy. Be sure to support the few restaurants and convenience stores the locals own there—they need your business in these difficult economic times. Casa Corazon is a new place with incredible healthy food and drinks; you’ll love your visit there—try her sourdough pancakes! If you’re looking for a calm and quiet vacation and falling asleep to the sound of the waves, Amaca is your place!

Zumach·7 months ago

“Acceptable, barely.”

The spot is still amazing, but Quimixto feels less innocent than it did a few years ago; prices have skyrocketed to absurd levels and tourists are sometimes seen as a nuisance instead of a need. We arrived at 4 p.m. and nobody was ready to check us in, so we had to ask several people on the beach until the owner and his employee finally showed up. They sent us down the stairs to our room, claiming it was too much trouble to bring us up. The breakfast was awful—served cold and overpriced, though it was included.

Geoffrey·7 months ago

“We loved it. We can’t wait to comeback”

I recently had the pleasure of staying at this hotel, and I must say it's been an absolute dream come true. From the moment I walked in, I was greeted with a warm and welcoming atmosphere that immediately put me at ease. The staff were incredibly friendly and accommodating, always going above and beyond to ensure that my stay was nothing short of perfect. Every aspect of my visit exceeded my expectations, and I found myself feeling right at home.

Alex·8 months ago