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Refugio del Mar

Bayside aparthotel with 3 outdoor pools and rooftop terrace

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9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

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Benito Juárez #51, Esq Francisco I Madero, Col. Dorada, Bucerías, NAY, 63732
  • Playa Bucerías
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • El Tigre Golf at Paradise Village
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Nuevo Vallarta Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco (PVR-Licenciado Gustavo Diaz Ordaz Intl.)
    ‪21 min drive‬

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  • 2 bedrooms
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  • 191 sq m
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  • 28 sq m
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  • 44 sq m
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  • 12 sq m
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About the area

Bucerías

Located in Zona Dorada, a neighbourhood in Bucerías, Refugio del Mar is in the entertainment district and near the beach. Flamingos Golf Club and Vallarta Adventures are worth visiting if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Bay of Banderas and Playa Bucerías. Nuevo Vallarta Beach and Nayar Vidanta Golf are two other places to visit that come recommended. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby swimming, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours, hiking/biking trails and ziplining.

What's nearby

  • Playa Bucerías - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • El Tigre Golf at Paradise Village - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Los Arroyos Verdes - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Nuevo Vallarta Beach - 7 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Nayar Vidanta Golf - 14 min drive - 11.1 km

Getting around

  • Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco (PVR-Licenciado Gustavo Diaz Ordaz Intl.) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cervecería Buclas - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Karen's Place - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪El Cafe de Bucerias - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Mr Cream Pancakes & Waffles - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪La Negra - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Refugio del Mar

Bayside aparthotel with 3 outdoor pools and rooftop terrace
This aparthotel features 3 outdoor pools, a restaurant and a rooftop terrace. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a coffee shop/cafe, concierge services and laundry facilities. Each apartment has 2 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and room service. In addition to a kitchen with a microwave, guests will find a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a dining area. Change of towels is available on request.
Refugio del Mar offers 21 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature premium bedding. Accommodation at this 3.5-star aparthotel has kitchens with microwaves, separate dining areas and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Bucerías aparthotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). 55-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels. An iron/ironing board and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

3 outdoor swimming pools are on site.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Free WiFi
Restaurant
Air conditioning
Laundry

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately USD 9 for adults and from USD 4 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 65 per vehicle (maximum occupancy 6)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 65 (up to 18 years old)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is professionally cleaned

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM
A car is not required for transport to and from this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Frequently asked questions

Does Refugio del Mar have a pool?

Yes, this property has 3 outdoor pools. Pool access is from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Is Refugio del Mar pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Refugio del Mar?

Limited spots are available. There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at Refugio del Mar?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Refugio del Mar?

Checkout is at noon.

Does Refugio del Mar provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a shuttle from the airport to the hotel that runs on request. A fee of USD 65 per vehicle applies.

Where is Refugio del Mar located?

Located in Zona Dorada, this aparthotel is within a 10-minute walk of Bay of Banderas and Playa Bucerías. Flamingos Golf Club and Nuevo Vallarta Beach are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Refugio del Mar Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 159 out of 192 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 27 out of 192 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 192 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 192 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 192 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

9.4/10

Communication

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very friendly staff, great spacious apartment with lots of amenities and great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Penny

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Excellent location
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Elaine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful property! The pool area was like a secret garden and the rooms were clean, spacious, and comfortable. My only complaints were that our room was located across the street from a restaurant that was loud at night and that we were unable to relax at the pool for half of our stay since other guests reserved the lounge chairs for the whole day.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Roswold

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We have already booked a return trip staying at the Refugio del mar
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Candice

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We loved the property! It was quiet, clean, luxurious and close to everything! The pool was very nice and the bed was so comfortable...I could go on! Amazing place! We will return!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The 2 bedroom apartment we stayed at for 5 days was spacious with a big kitchen, fully equipped with a microwave, oven, coffee maker, dishes. It also had 2 large terraces for lounging and entertaining and a huge king sized bed in each bedroom with its own full shower and a washer/dryer. Everything you could ask for plus a living room and kitchen table. We loved it. We stayed at "Casa Mini"
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ernest

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lovely place to stay
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

jesse

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Always a wonderful stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Saray

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful and central to everything. It was a very comfortable stay. We will definitely stay there in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mayra Jasmin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Property is a beautiful clean place and local shops are nearby. The beach is just walking distance. Amazing staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Evelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We loved the grounds - it was very cozy. The staff were very friendly and accommodating. Location was excellent!

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful small complex. Close to restaurants and the beach. Loved the feel of this property. Staff were accommodating and amazing.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This is our 3rd stay and are happy each time! See you again!
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very clean, large, beautiful suites. Nice pools, pool in building two is the biggest and nicest. Very well maintained grounds. Jorge was very helpful and thorough with check in, maid staff very friendly. Great stay in Bucerias, we will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Liked: Communication

Beautiful and comfortable

This is a beautiful and comfortable hotel. Walking distance to the beach, flea market and restaurants. The staff is very friendly and informative. Will stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bryan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We have stayed at Refugio del Mar three times over the past year. The rooms have always been very clean, excellent customer service from check-in to check-out, and a great location in Zona Dorado. Lots of dining options nearby and a shorth walk to the beach. We always enjoy our stay at Refugio!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brad

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very secure and safe buildings, very organized and helpful staff. We had a great time at our stay. While the pool's aren't anything extravagant, they are nice, well taken care of and offer nice privacy. Each building has its own pool as well so they're never busy. We would definitely stay here again, the staff went above and beyond to help us enjoy our stay in bucerias. Great place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pamela A

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Great location

This was our second time at this location. We loved it last year and it did not disappoint this year. Everyone was helpful, friendly, and knowledgeable about the area. We had a great time.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful property. Great staff. Could not ask for a nicer place. I will recommend it to friends.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

William Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Comfortable, quiet, close to beach and good dining options. Outstanding staff. Bottom units can be a little dark, not a lot of natural sunlight...but we did not spend much time in the room other than sleeping.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sherry

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The suites and property are clean and well maintained. It's nice to have access to bicycles and beach umbrella and chairs.

10/10 Excellent

Robert W

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Everything is clean and well maintained.

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Incredible helpful host owner Jorge with fantastic support from Arnoldo and others. Very spacious clean room with full kitchen and 2 full bathrooms. Clean comfortable pool and seating areas. Easy access to all restaurants and the ocean with lawn chairs and umbrella provided. Couldn’t be better.

8/10 Good

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

First time visit

First time visiting Bucerias. Our stay was pleasant ant Casa Damian. All of their staff were attentive and kind. Various restaurants to choose from. Although we were told we would receive a 10% discount at Cafe de Bucerias, 5% was given. Beach is at a walking distance. We enjoyed watching the many iguanas that were lounging on a tree across the street from our room. Pool water was very warm.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carla

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
The Rufugio del Mar was a beautiful property. We stayed in building 2 which only had 7 units. They all had their own kitchen and bedroom/s. The staff were super friendly and the pool and gardens were immaculate. I would recommend staying on the second floor if possible as the lower units can be a little dark and do absorb a bit of noise from the above units. The location is 2 blocks from the beach and the property includes free beach chairs and umbrellas. They also provide free top of the line bikes. It wasn’t very busy when we were there so everything was readily available. Jorge, the owner is attentive and super helpful. We had an amazing stay.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2024