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Xinalani

3.5 star property
Adults-only beach hotel with outdoor pool

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Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas
Bar (on property)
Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed, Private Pool, Ocean View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, in-room safe
Exterior
Exterior
Travelers find oceanfront relaxation at Xinalani with turquoise waters for snorkeling and surfing. Enjoy poolside bar cocktails, spa treatments, kayaking, boat tours, free in-room WiFi, and an on-site art gallery.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Pool
  • Laundry

Room options

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Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, in-room safe

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony
Premium bedding
Tempur-Pedic bed
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Wardrobe or closet
Daily housekeeping
Laptop workspace
  • 24 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Twin Room, Ocean View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, in-room safe

Deluxe Twin Room, Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony
Premium bedding
Tempur-Pedic bed
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Wardrobe or closet
Daily housekeeping
Laptop workspace
  • 24 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Beach/ocean view

Junior Suite, Ocean View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Tempur-Pedic bed
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
Laptop workspace
  • 49 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Elite Suite, Ocean View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, in-room safe

Elite Suite, Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Tempur-Pedic bed
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed, Private Pool, Ocean View

Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed, Private Pool, Ocean View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, in-room safe

Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed, Private Pool, Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony
Private pool
Air conditioning
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Tempur-Pedic bed
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
  • 54 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Junior Suite, Ocean View

Junior Suite, Ocean View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, in-room safe

Junior Suite, Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Tempur-Pedic bed
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
Laptop workspace
  • 49 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, in-room safe

Elite Suite, 2 Double Beds, Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Tempur-Pedic bed
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Twin Room, Ocean View (Air Conditioning)

Deluxe Twin Room, Ocean View (Air Conditioning) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, in-room safe

Deluxe Twin Room, Ocean View (Air Conditioning)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Premium bedding
Tempur-Pedic bed
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Wardrobe or closet
Daily housekeeping
  • 24 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View (Air Conditioning)

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View (Air Conditioning) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, in-room safe

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View (Air Conditioning)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Premium bedding
Tempur-Pedic bed
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Wardrobe or closet
Daily housekeeping
  • 24 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Shared Dormitory, 1 Twin Bed

Standard Shared Dormitory, 1 Twin Bed | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, in-room safe

Standard Shared Dormitory, 1 Twin Bed

Highlights

Balcony
Premium bedding
Tempur-Pedic bed
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Laptop workspace
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
Playa Xinalani, Quimixto, JAL, 48399

What's nearby

  • Quimixto Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles

Getting around

  • Licenciado Gustavo Diaz Ordaz Intl. Airport (PVR) - 66 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mismaloya Grill Restaurant - ‬45 min drive
  • La Fuente
  • Restaurante Maria Cuquita
  • Don Quijote
  • Los Arcos Snack Bar & Grill

About this property

Xinalani

Hotel near Bay of Banderas
Consider a stay at Xinalani and take advantage of a free breakfast buffet, a poolside bar, and a terrace. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with kayaking, snorkeling, and surfing. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or steam room, and indulge in a Swedish massage, a body wrap, or a body scrub. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps, and guests can find other amenities such as an art gallery on site and designer stores on site.
You'll also find perks like:
  • An outdoor pool along with pool umbrellas
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), a free beach club on site, and a banquet hall
  • Tour/ticket assistance, luggage storage, and concierge services
  • A paddleboard on site, beach towels, and a front-desk safe
Room features
All guestrooms at Xinalani feature perks such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Balconies and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 9:30 AM to 4:00 PM on request

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Art gallery
  • Boat
  • Boat tours
  • Bodyboard
  • Designer stores
  • Free beach club
  • Kayaking
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)
  • Paddleboard
  • Sauna
  • Snorkeling
  • Steam room
  • Surf lessons
  • Yoga classes

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Direct access to the beach
  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • In the mountains
  • On the bay
  • Picnic area
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Reflexology
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages
  • Thai massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No elevator

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Mosquito nets
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding
  • Tempur-Pedic mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property; all guests 18 and older are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 115 per person (roundtrip)

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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Guests under 18 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Xinalani Yoga Retreat Mexico Adults Hotel Puerto Vallarta
Xinalani Yoga Retreat Mexico Adults Hotel
Xinalani Yoga Retreat Mexico Adults Puerto Vallarta
Xinalani Yoga Retreat Mexico

Frequently asked questions

Does Xinalani have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 9:00 AM–9:00 PM.

Is Xinalani pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Xinalani ?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Xinalani ?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Xinalani ?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Does Xinalani provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs 9:30 AM–4:00 PM on request. A fee of USD 115 per person applies.

Where is Xinalani located?

Offering direct access to the beach, this Quimixto hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Bay of Banderas and Quimixto Beach. Playa Emma and Colomitos Beach are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Xinalani Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 16 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

david

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent property and views’

4/10 Poor

Bernardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Completely over priced and mediocre food
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Krissy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent stay!

I really enjoyed my stay at xinalani. The staff is amazing and the food was the best. I loved my room and the comfort of the place. This place is truly a unique experience. It's a real rustic getaway. Don't expect this place to be just like any other all inclusive resort - it is much different in its own unique way which I loved. The property isn't too big so you're not walking or taking golf carts everywhere which is great. It is a different place so if you're looking for a resort feel and great nightlife, this isn't the place for you (The bar closes at 11pm). But if you're looking for a place of amazing people, culture, peace and fun, then yes, this place is truly an amazing experience! Loved it!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2018

2/10 Terrible

Don

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I wanted to take my time before writing this review. My partner and I traveled to Puerto Vallarta specifically to stay at the Xinalani Hotel Retreat—the photos looked stunning. We booked the king suite for its private pool and outdoor shower, aiming for a peaceful, private birthday celebration. We expected some bugs, as the website warns about them, so a dragonfly in our suite wasn’t a big deal. But from check-in, we noticed a foul sewage-like smell in the room. When we brought it up, the afternoon manager dismissed our concern, blaming the ocean or possibly a dead animal—off-putting, to say the least. The odor wasn't constant, but with the open-air design, it returned often. Later, we found the smell came from the path beneath our suite. Other issues included collapsing furniture—one piece even hit me—and a mouse in the suite on checkout day. For a place marketed as a luxury retreat, these issues were unacceptable. What frustrated us most was the management’s tendency to explain away problems instead of resolving them. Despite amazing waitstaff and a great daytime manager on 4/18, the overall experience was disappointing. My rule is: would I go back? Sadly, no. Too many problems, not enough accountability. It’s a hard pass.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hilda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Una experiencia increíble. Lo recomiendo ampliamente.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Niklas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

ALICIA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
La ubicación es absolutamente increíble y el personal a cargo es muy gentil y servicial
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rosalind

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful visit!

My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed our time at Xinalani. The rooms and public spaces were beautiful. The food was outstanding. The service was kind and attentive. I have been visiting Puerto Vallarta for years but this was the best trip. Being on a secluded private beach and watching all the wildlife was fantastic. The daily yoga class is not to be missed. Nearby is a fun walk to a waterfall, a small town to wander, and a longer hike to other beaches.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Satoru

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Leena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had been searching for a healthly quiet beach vacation and this place did not disappoint! High quality in all aspects!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Best location to see the park

Great location at park entrance. Huge place but well managed, clean and efficient. Breakfast was crowded and mediocre food but overall a great stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Celena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I've visited many unique resorts all over the world but this property is my all time favorite.... It's the ultimate playground... A perfect combination of jungle, private beach, rocks, and unique accommodations. The food is healthy and delicious, yoga instructors are high quality, the staff is attentive and the amenities are first class. Get your stairmaster game on ahead of time because you'll be climbing lots of stairs but it's so worthwhile.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

María isabel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
this place is truly magical! the food was delicious (and my husband is super picky) the rooms and very clean, the bed is super comfy, the pillows are fluffy, the bathroom products are amazing! and help keep the bugs away. Yoga was just right. they leave no room for error. My only complain was saying good-bye
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alejandro, Aguascalientes

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great place. But please update the name of the hotel which is not for adults only
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

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