I’m Mark, your local host, and I personally manage Villa Amistad with my on-site team to ensure your stay is smooth, memorable, and stress-free. With decades of hospitality experience, I understand that thoughtful touches and clear communication make all the difference. That’s why, after booking, you’ll complete a quick pre-arrival check-in — a simple process that allows us to prepare for your visit, share your secure entry code, provide access to our digital guidebook with arrival details, and offer options like early check-in. During this step, we also obtain your digital signature confirming that you’ve read and agreed to the Rental Agreement, so everything is handled before you arrive. To help protect both our guests and the property, a refundable security deposit is required. The specific amount is clearly listed in the property details on this listing. It is placed as a credit hold only 24–48 hours before arrival — no money is taken and no transaction occurs — and it’s automatically released shortly after checkout, provided there’s no damage. Our goal is to make every step of your stay as seamless and enjoyable as possible, from booking to check-out, so you can relax and focus on experiencing the best of Puerto Vallarta.

Welcome to Jonathan’s Lugar — a romantic, boutique-style one-bedroom studio at Villa Amistad, loved by hundreds of past guests for its authentic charm, thoughtful design, and peaceful atmosphere. Thoughtfully styled with vibrant Mexican accents, tropical plants, and locally curated art, it feels like a hidden gem tucked into the heart of Puerto Vallarta. Unwind in a plush king-size bed with luxury linens, sip morning coffee or evening wine on your private balcony or one of the two shared terraces on the property, and refresh in the spa-style rain shower featuring strong, pressurized water and endless hot water for a truly relaxing experience. The kitchenette is stocked with essentials for light meals and coffee, and our 5-stage water filtration system means you can safely drink straight from the tap. Guests share a heated saltwater pool open 24/7 and two inviting terraces with ocean views, including an outdoor dining area with a gas BBQ — perfect for casual dinners under the stars. The Honor Bar (24/7) offers a curated selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, including local beers and wines. Daily housekeeping, refreshed toiletries, and luggage storage before check-in are included, so every detail of your stay is easy, comfortable, and enjoyable.

Jonathan’s Lugar is perfectly located in Centro/Cerro, one of Puerto Vallarta’s most beloved and authentic neighborhoods. Guests consistently rave about the walkable, vibrant atmosphere — cobblestone streets lined with colorful homes, art galleries, family-run restaurants, and charming cafés create a truly immersive experience of daily life in Mexico. The famous Malecón boardwalk is just a 5-minute walk away, where you can enjoy oceanfront sunsets, live music, and local street performances. The lively Romantic Zone, with its restaurants and nightlife, is about 10–15 minutes on foot, and Los Muertos Beach is an easy 17-minute stroll. Villa Amistad’s hillside location sits just above the hustle and bustle of downtown, offering a peaceful, quiet setting on a quaint alley with no through traffic, where fresh breezes and a more relaxed atmosphere await after a day of exploring. The hillside location is one of the villa’s greatest advantages, providing sweeping ocean and sunset views, refreshing breezes, and a sense of tranquility rarely found so close to the city center. The walk up is along a moderately steep hill — manageable for most guests — and for those who prefer not to walk, inexpensive taxis and Ubers are always readily available to take you the short four or five blocks up to the property.