An oceanfront 6-bedroom retreat carved into the cliffs.

Casa Buena Vida sleeps 8 or 12 guests and is offered in two configurations: 4 bedrooms for up to 8 guests in the main villa, or the full 6 bedrooms for up to 12 guests with the addition of the casita. The casita is reached by its own staircase and private entrance rather than from inside the main house, so it is best suited to adults and is not recommended for unattended children. It also differs from the main-villa suites in size and finishes.

Your stay is fully staffed for comfort and personalized service. The team includes a private cook who prepares two meals a day, a houseman who also serves and tends bar, a housekeeper and full-service concierge. The villa offers a heated saltwater pool, jacuzzi, multiple outdoor dining and lounging areas, and air conditioning throughout. Staff are off on Sundays and national holidays. Food and beverages are billed separately from the rental.

Housekeeping is provided daily from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. The cook serves two meals each day — breakfast and lunch, or breakfast and dinner — with the kitchen closing no later than 7:00 pm and light snacks available on request in between. Breakfast is typically served from 9:00 am and dinner concludes by 7:00 pm, after which the team tidies the dining areas and serves a final round of beverages. Earlier breakfasts, later dinners or extended hours can be arranged with at least 24 hours' notice and an additional fee; we recommend confirming your preferred schedule with the staff on arrival.

Food and beverages are billed separately from the villa rental. To stock the villa for your arrival, an advance food-and-beverage deposit of $1,500 USD is collected with your final balance, and the staff make one grocery run per day — please submit requests at least 24 hours ahead where possible. A 15% shopping-and-handling fee applies to grocery purchases, and credit-card reimbursements carry a 5% processing fee. As a planning guide, most groups budget roughly $40–$60 USD per guest, per day for three meals plus beverages, though all spending is at your discretion.

Yes. Before arrival you'll receive a detailed guest-preference form so the chef can tailor menus, dietary needs and dining experiences to your group, and sample menus are shared to help with planning. Meals are served family-style — the same appetizer, main and dessert for the table — and vegetarian, gluten-free, allergy-sensitive and other dietary requests are accommodated wherever possible. Larger groups requiring fully customized menus may need additional lead time.

Gratuities are always appreciated and are best left in cash, as they go directly to the team and are shared across housekeeping and kitchen staff alike. Tipping is entirely at your discretion and should reflect the service you receive; as a general guideline we suggest a minimum of $60–$70 USD per bedroom, per day, with more for larger dinners, celebrations or events that call for extended service. Envelopes are provided for your convenience.

Value season (May 1 – October 31): from $1,150/night for 4 bedrooms up to $1,450/night for 6 bedrooms, 4-night minimum. Peak season (November 1 – April 30): from $1,350 up to $1,650/night, 5-night minimum — U.S. Thanksgiving also requires 5 nights. The Christmas and New Year holidays are full-villa (6-bedroom) bookings with a 7-night minimum, from $2,355 up to $2,600/night; reservations overlapping both holiday periods cannot be accommodated. Add 16% tax to all rates. Casa Buena Vida does not accept student groups.

Conchas Chinas — one of Puerto Vallarta's most scenic beaches — is about a five-minute walk down through the villa's oceanfront. Depending on the tide the sandy stretch can sit a little farther out, and the terrain is uneven, so the route isn't ideal for guests with limited mobility. Downtown Puerto Vallarta is roughly 8 minutes away by car, and Licenciado Gustavo Díaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR) is about a 35–40-minute drive.

Casa Buena Vida does not host large celebratory events that exceed its guest capacity. We are, however, delighted to welcome milestone birthdays, bachelorette parties, family gatherings, corporate retreats and wellness events. Please contact us with your plans and we'll be glad to share what's possible.

To protect the residence and accommodate guests and staff with sensitivities, pets and animals are not permitted anywhere on the premises. Smoking is not allowed inside the villa or its rooms; any indoor smoking incurs a deodorizing fee. The villa is multi-level with stairs throughout and is not wheelchair accessible or ADA-adapted, so guests are responsible for determining whether the property suits their accessibility needs and for arranging any personal assistance or equipment.

All on-site services — including massage therapists, musicians, entertainers, yoga instructors and similar providers — must be arranged through villa management and concierge. Outside vendors hired independently are not permitted unless approved in advance by villa management.

Yes. To respect neighboring homes and guests, noise and music must be kept at considerate levels at all times, and quiet hours are observed daily from 10:00 pm to 8:00 am.

Yes. The pool is heated seasonally from November through April and maintained up to roughly 85°F for your comfort. During Puerto Vallarta's warmer months heating is generally unnecessary, but summer pool heating can be arranged on request for an additional fee.

Submit the inquiry form below or contact reservations directly at +1 888 864 7710 (toll-free), +1 619 822 2184 (office), or WhatsApp and text at +1 786 661 7603. You can also email book@casalabuenavida.com or rocio@villaexperience.com. We respond within 24 hours. A 50% deposit confirms your reservation, with the balance due 60 days before arrival. Because each stay is carefully planned, last-minute bookings are generally not available, so early inquiries are recommended.

Casa Buena Vida is managed by Villa Experience, one of Mexico's leading luxury villa rental agencies since 2006, with more than 400 handpicked, fully staffed villas and thousands of successful stays across Puerto Vallarta, Punta Mita, Los Cabos, Riviera Maya and Mexico's Pacific Coast.