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Beach in Jalisco, Mexico
Photo: Alejandro Ags, CC BY 3.0 via Wikimedia Commons
Costalegre is the Pacific coast of the state of Jalisco, Mexico. The region is about 330 km in length and begins and ends at the outskirts of Puerto Vallarta to the north and Manzanillo to the south, but neither city is considered part of the Costalegre region because they are well developed destinations that don't fit the low-key, natural vibe of Costalegre. The Costalegre region is known for its exclusive private communities for the rich, its spectacular natural scenery, and for its miles of secluded natural coastline.
Casual palapa style traditional restaurant serving a full breakfast menu in the morning then seafood at lunch and dinner. Regional homemade food. Good margaritas.
Bahía de Chamela
Old-school beach resort without a lot of modern amenities, but spectacular scenery next to the ocean.
Moderate motel-style property on the beach with gardens and swimming pools shaded by palm trees. Rooms are small and dated.
Boutique hotel with first-class service. Spacious, comfortable, well-equipped rooms. On-site restaurant with full bar and daytime service to beach chairs.
Expensive private resort with horseback riding, beach cabanas, swimming pools, and an assortment of exotic wildflie. Rooms are modern and oppulent, though food is lackluster and the resort is far away from the nearest town with alternatives.
Small, private, luxury resort with 16 suites situated on a rocky coastal area. Gardens, swimming pools, riding stable.
By plane
Most visitors to Costalegre arrive at the Puerto Vallarta International Airport (PVR), which is a big airport with frequent international flights to North American cities.
By bus
Primera Plus operates two first-class buses per day from Puerto Vallarta to Manzanillo (stopping in Tomatlán), and one per day in the opposite direction (departing Manzanillo at midnight).
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Puerto Vallarta · International · PVR
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a small fishing community and beach town with good surfing
a quiet beach town that draws fishers and hikers
a beach town popular with Mexicans
a beautiful agricultural town with a historic town square
large protected areas known as the Selva de Cuitzmala, a UNESCO Biosphere
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