{"id":21330,"date":"2017-10-04T16:54:56","date_gmt":"2017-10-04T16:54:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.travelocity.com\/inspire\/?p=21330"},"modified":"2017-10-09T03:59:50","modified_gmt":"2017-10-09T03:59:50","slug":"5-reasons-fiesta-inn-puerto-vallarta-isla-more-than-budget-friendly","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.travelocity.com\/inspire\/5-reasons-fiesta-inn-puerto-vallarta-isla-more-than-budget-friendly\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Reasons Why Fiesta Inn Puerto Vallarta Isla Is More Than Just Budget Friendly"},"content":{"rendered":"

It’s no secret that Puerto Vallarta has some really nice all-inclusive resorts, but what about a hotel that’s easy on the wallet? We asked men’s lifestyle and travel writer Joe Miragliotta from Joe’s Daily<\/a> to share his recent find.<\/em><\/p>\n

During a recent trip to Puerto Vallarta<\/a> with two of my fellow #Gnomads Meagan<\/a> and Sher<\/a>, we had the pleasure of touring 3 Posadas properties: Fiesta Americana Puerto Vallarta, Grand Fiesta Americana Puerto Vallarta (where we stayed), and Fiesta Inn Puerto Vallarta Isla. The first two are gorgeous all-inclusive resorts that Meagan and Sher can tell you all about, respectively. As for the Fiesta Inn, it’s a great hotel for those looking to experience Puerto Vallarta outside of a big resort. Here’s my take on why it’s more than just a budget-friendly hotel.<\/p>\n

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Credit: Fiesta Inn Puerto Vallarta Isla<\/p><\/div>\n

The Hotel and <\/span><\/strong>Amenities<\/b><\/h2>\n

The property itself is clean, modern and welcoming. It’s easy to feel at home here.<\/p>\n

The Puerto Vallarta Isla location<\/a> is just one of many Fiesta Inn properties located in Mexico. Known for hosting business travelers and families, the hotel boasts 144 rooms: 85 Superior Double, 58 Superior Single, and 1 accessible. Additionally, they have a slew of meeting rooms that help even those on vacation get a little work done.<\/p>\n

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Credit: Fiesta Inn Puerto Vallarta Isla<\/p><\/div>\n

One of the key elements to the hotel is what they call Lounge 360\u00b0, which is Fiesta Inn’s idea of an open concept for their guests. Here you will find desks to work at, armchairs to rest in, and entertainment and lounge areas. It’s the perfect meeting place to have a snack from their 24\/7 deli or simply grab-and-go. Of course, if room service is more your thing, then you will be happy to know that too is available at any time.<\/p>\n

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Lounge 360. Credit: Fiesta Inn Puerto Vallarta Isla<\/p><\/div>\n

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Credit: @JoesDaily<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n

Last, but certainly not least is the Fiesta Inn pool. Open throughout the day, the views overlooking Puerto Vallarta Isla are incredible, especially at sunset.<\/p>\n

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Credit: Fiesta Inn Puerto Vallarta Isla<\/p><\/div>\n

Nearby Shopping<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n

You will be happy to know that the Fiesta Inn hotel is located in the newly developed La Isla shopping village, a 105,000 sq-ft retail space as vibrant as Puerto Vallarta itself.<\/p>\n

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Credit: @JoesDaily<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n

Its welcoming, open-air layout is filled with beautiful landscaping, fountains, and a river that runs right through it. If you’re up for it, you can even take a pirate themed boat tour around the river\u2013we sure did, and it was amazing.<\/p>\n

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SherSheGoes with the pirate’s parrot. Credit: @JoesDaily<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n

Whether you forgot something at home or are just looking to do a little shopping, chances are you will find what you’re looking for at one of La Isla’s 80+ commercial spaces.<\/p>\n

Special Gnomads tip:<\/strong> Grab yourself a Mexican hot chocolate and Pan de Muertos at the Starbucks. You won’t regret it!<\/p>\n

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Credit: @JoesDaily<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n

Spend a day at Fiesta Americana All-Inclusive Resort & Spa<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n

Whatever your reason may be to stay at a hotel instead of an all-inclusive resort, you can still have the best of both worlds. Fiesta Inn’s sister hotel, Fiesta Americana<\/a>, is just a short walk away, and allows outside guests to purchase a day pass for a totally reasonable fee. There you will be able to experience the all-inclusive luxury Posadas properties are famous for.<\/p>\n

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Not a bad view at the resort. Credit: @JoesDaily<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n

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Mango margarita taste test. Don’t mind if I do. Credit: @JoesDaily<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n

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Couples massage room at Fiesta American Puerto Vallarta. Credit: @JoesDaily<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n

It should be noted that depending on Fiesta Americana’s current capacity you may be denied entry. So make sure you plan ahead.<\/p>\n

Activities Nearby<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n

“If only I had more time.” This is what I keep saying to myself as I reflect back on my stay in Puerto Vallarta. There truly is an endless amount of things to do and see, so below I’m sharing with you a few of my bucket list activities I plan on doing the next time I’m there\u2013all close to the Fiesta Inn hotel.<\/p>\n