Normally, not our choice in location when taking our quick getaways to Puerto Vallarta but decided…read moreto try something different this year. We made our trip back in April and then again in August 2025
So, the decision was to find a place where we didn't have to uber around to get to our favorite bar spots but to be able to make quick walks from our hotel during the day and at night. The highlight of our decision in staying at Los Arcos Suites was due to location, price and unit amenities. We were practically less than a mile away from everything we liked: romantica zone, shopping areas and the malecon. It was perfect.
Los Arcos Suites is hidden down a small street, an actual dead end street where both hole-in-the wall like sibling hotels that are across from one another (Dona Casa Susana and Los Arcos Suites). One would never know from the outside looking in, that Los Arcos Suites is quaint, with a calming and peaceful ambience. Throughout the place (lobby, hallways, walls and inside units), one will notice religious images such as, Guadalupe, Virgin Mary, and a Cross; nothing over the top. It might be safe to say that the owner of Los Arcos is of Catholic background or, just loves to adorn its hotels with religious decor.
Our unit was nice, had a kitchenette fully equipped, a balcony looking over on the street side and the best working air conditioner ever. You can . My only issue is that that water was not warm enough in the evening time. We had maintenance check on this issue, but I don't believe any improvements have been made as my friend's room remained the same.
Playa Los Arcos, I call the older sibling of Los Arcos family, sits on the beach side. Like its siblings, it too is hidden, however, with much more better visibility to the public. The street itself is busy but crossing these small streets around town is safe. Same decor concept that of Los Arcos suites and Casa Susana, but larger hotel and pool size. I can't tell you enough how good their restaurant's food was - it was tops. Their buffet, across the board, covers all kinds of dishes, a nice assortment that everyone would like an all-inclusive. The restaurant's decorative and food presentation was on point. We were not only surprised to be offered such a nice treat as the buffer during our stay at Los Arcos but impressed with its other outside amenities.
Staffing....all desk staff, servers, bartenders, and cooks were friendly and hospitable. And, in most cases, the servers we've had were friendly and attentive.
My traveling group and I plan to return again. If not this year, hoping early of year 2026.
Side note:
On beach area: multiple foot and full body massages, food vendor, clothing vendors
and lots of restaurants along the beach area
Street area: pharmacies, restaurants, all kinds of shopping, banks, taco places, etc
Recommend