Gorgeous Beachfront Grand Venetian 'Junior Penthouse'w/hot tub

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5 beautiful infinity pools, each with hot tub

Huge professionally-decorated living/dining area

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9.6

Exceptional

4 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 10327 sq m

Popular amenities

Pool

Breakfast available

Hot tub

Air conditioning

Gym

Outdoor space

Explore the area

Puerto Vallarta, JAL

La Isla10 min walk
Cruise Ship Terminal19 min walk
Malecon5 min drive
Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco (PVR-Licenciado Gustavo Diaz Ordaz Intl.)16 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed and 1 Crib

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Double Beds

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

5 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Casa Donita is professionally designed and decorated with 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms. This beautiful condo sleeps 10 in beds. We are on the corner of the 24th floor of the 'Grand Venetian' middle Tower(2000) right on a huge beach between the Sunscape Hotel and Pitillal River. The views from balconies on all three sides of the unit are amazing. The widest point of the beach is right in front of our condo and stretches at least a mile in each direction, allowing for lots of room to play, relax or go for great walks on the sand.

There are 3525 sq ft of living and lounging space. King size beds in both master bedrooms (Red and Orange rooms), twin beds in Blue bedroom, two double beds in the Green bedroom. The complex has 6 Infinity pools, (at least 2 of which are heated) modern Fitness Center, Game Room, tennis courts and its own restaurant. Grand Venetian is a safe, gated resort with security people patrolling day and night. Our maids use special disinfecting cleaning supplies.

The condo is five to ten minutes from the airport and downtown. A brand new mall (Isla) with cinema is next-door. There are full mega-grocery stores five minutes walk either way and both Costco and Walmart are a longer walk (15 min) or quick drive. Lots of restaurants, theater, clubs and shopping within walking distance. Taxis and buses are available from the front of the building. We face directly on the Bay of Banderas and watch the cruise ships float into the harbor, as well as dolphins and whales playing in the bay.

For our 2-bedroom (plus bunkroom) condo with beds for 6, please see our other VRBO listing: #265210. It is in the same Grand Venetian building and uses the same elevator.

PLEASE NOTE: Electricity is an extra charge May through November. This is the only fair way to do it, because some guests use the A/C conservatively during these warmer months while others do not. However, we have kept our rates extra low during these months.

Property manager

Carolyn Haselwood

Languages

English

Amenities

Pool

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Pool

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

House Rules

Flexible check-in available (contact host in advance of arrival)

Minimum age to rent: 25

Flexible check-out available (contact host to arrange)

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Renters of less than 90 days are not allowed to have visitors from outside the complex

Important information

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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Puerto Vallarta

Located on the beach, this condo is in Hotel Zone, a neighbourhood in Puerto Vallarta. Cruise Ship Terminal and Nayar Vidanta Golf are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Bay of Banderas and Playa de los Muertos. Travelling with kids? Consider Los Arcos and Paradise Adventure Park / Canopy Indio. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Puerto Vallarta, JAL

What's nearby

La Isla - 10 min walk
Puerto Mágico - 16 min walk
Cruise Ship Terminal - 19 min walk
Malecon - 5 min drive
International Convention Center - 6 min drive

Getting around

Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco (PVR-Licenciado Gustavo Diaz Ordaz Intl.) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

‪Campomar Puerto Vallarta - ‬8 min walk
‪Vaca Argentina - Vallarta - ‬7 min walk
‪Starbucks - ‬8 min walk
‪Porfirio’s - ‬7 min walk
‪Starbucks - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Gorgeous Beachfront Grand Venetian 'Junior Penthouse'w/hot tub have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include infinity and heated pools.

Is Gorgeous Beachfront Grand Venetian 'Junior Penthouse'w/hot tub pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Where is Gorgeous Beachfront Grand Venetian 'Junior Penthouse'w/hot tub located?

Nestled on the beach, this Hotel Zone condo is within 1 mi (2 km) of Playa de Oro and Cruise Ship Terminal. La Isla and Plaza Caracol are also within 15 minutes.

9.6

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Carol Y.

15 Apr 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The best

We’ve been to Puerto Vallarta more than twenty times and stayed in multiple resorts— this one was a favorite. The condo was great with amazing views. People were friendly at the pool area. The communications with Carolyn and the check-in process were smooth. We would definitely come back. PSA- if using ATMs for cash, the ones at La Isla shopping center next to the resort have crazy service fees (currently 174 pesos). There are much more reasonable ones nearby. The convenience store in front of Villa de Palmar (just south of the resort) was only 30 pesos.

Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Glen C.

14 Dec 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Nice place, great view

Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

9 July 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spectacular Condo!

Spectacular condo at the Grand Venetian, at the north end of the Hotel Zone. Tower 2000, which is closest to the beach. Gorgeous north and south views of the bay from the large front balcony, and mountain views from the two smaller bedroom balconies. Very spacious and plenty of room for our party of eight. Kitchen was fully stocked, and furniture and beds were comfortable. We enjoyed the five pools and beach access. Short walk to a grocery store, la Isla Mall, and the bus stop to El Centro. Highly recommend staying here.

Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Debbie F.

24 Apr 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

review of 2401 tower 2000

Cleanliness was good, need to move furniture and get underneath. The unit itself was roomy for the 8 of us that stayed at the unit. We stayed during easter week, which was really busy and there is a place nearby that would play very loud music all afternoon thru the early evening. the music lofted up to the unit and was a bit annoying as it was like club music. The unit itself could use some freshening up, new paint, repair wood trim damaged from humidity. Well stocked unit and had laundry soap we could use. The air conditioner in the main bedroom did not work and was not repaired during our 10-day stay due to a part that was difficult to get. The fan in the main room did not work as well, however, a strong afternoon breeze kept us cool. Enrique was very responsive and tried to get things repaired as soon as we told him of the issues. Typical of Mexico, very firm beds, which I love but not everyone in the party did.

Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ann S.

13 July 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Family Vacation Spot

We had a wonderful time staying in this beautiful property. The views were breathtaking in each room! The check in was easy. Enrique was there to greet us at arrival and we were able to check in early which was greatly appreciated. He gave us a tour and showed us everything we needed to know about. He was extremely helpful the entire trip and got us anything we needed. The kitchen was set up with everything needed. The infinite pools and hot tubs were wonderful. We loved the pool bar and delicious restaurant at the property. The wait staff was very attentive! My family of 9 enjoyed every minute and will definitely be back.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Jane P.

26 June 2022

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sunset views were amazing. Watching the ships coming and going also parasailed landing.

Plenty of room for everyone.

Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jade H.

1 June 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful views

Excellent property

Stayed 9 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ryan O.

19 Apr 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic

Perfect for our family of 8. Amazing view.

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rod K.

29 Jan 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Top quality- would love to stay again

This was our 6th stay at the Grand Venetian but the 1st time in this Condo. While all 6 stays were wonderful and made the GV an easy destination to return to, this was the best yet. The PV-based Property Manager (Marcos) was awesome, as was the Wifi, TV's, the top notch quality of the beds & sheets & towels, and the kitchen was very well equipped. Marcos was waiting for us in the lobby when we arrived as planned, but the Gatehouse Security people couldn't find the paperwork and wouldn't let us in. I called Marcos and he immediately corrected the problem. I recommend having a working phone so you can text/call your Property Manager from the Gatehouse, as this Gatehouse delay has happened to us before. We also used and enjoyed the on-site restaurant & pool-side service more than ever this year. The food has always been good, and keeps getting better, and the prices remain very reasonable. We look forward to returning to this Condo in future years.

Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kelly P.

17 Dec 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Best Vacay Ever!!!

First time staying at the Grand Venetian. We were a group of 7 friends who just wanted to enjoy the sunshine and time away from the cold in Canada. Amazing!! 4 beds 4 baths. Clean. Stunning view. Everything and more we were hoping for. Can’t wait to rent again.

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Barbara B., Grand Forks

9 Nov 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Truly Grand

This was our fourth time at the grand venetian because we like everything about the place. Our trip was a ladies getaway that we do every year but also perfect for families

Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

mary c., Elkhorn, Neb

14 Aug 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great condo - Perfect getaway

This condo was perfect for our family of ) adults and three kids. The views from the huge balcony were gorgeous and even with the rain, the lightning over the bay was spectacular. We played games at the large dining room table and enjoyed the pools and the beach. Perfect location to the mall area and restaurants as well. We felt safe cabbing around town and Marcos was super. He was eager to accommodate us and was available for every question we had. We would highly recommend the Grand Venetian!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Angela G.

15 Apr 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

It was such a great stay! They were so helpful when we needed things and we felt so comfy there!

Great place to stay! Marcos and Enrique were so great. We had so much fun and it was so comfortable!

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Andrea S.

4 Jan 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Christmas in PVR❤️❤️❤️

The Grand Venetian is the perfect combination; resort style pool/ beach area with a spacious fully equipped condo. The views from the balcony were AMAZING! Marcos was great! He was so helpful and and made us feel welcomed. Thank you, thank you thank you!

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Joseph F.

4 Dec 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Thanksgiving treat

Very nice condo and perfect for large family gatherings. Also great views from balcony, especially fireworks, which the grandkids loved.

8/10 Good

Peter W.

25 Sept 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent location

We had visited the Grand Venetian towers before and there is a huge amount of space available in the apartment. Whilst we did have some issues to resolve Marcus their local manager was on hand by phone and text quickly and Carolyn replied promptly and everything was resolved to our satisfaction

8/10 Good

Lyle M.

3 Feb 2019

Great condo with an outstanding location and breath taking view!

We rented this 24th floor penthouse condo for a family vacation. The location is perfect easy cab ride to airport, downtown and shopping. The condo it self has all the necessary amenities to prepare meals. The dishwasher failed and it was a challenge in getting it resolved with properity manger. The other issue we had with propriety manager was getting wrist bands. They were not supplied to us when we arrived and we were not allowed to leave the propriety to go to beach. It took a day or so to get bands. The view from the condo was awesome, the time we spent in the condo was on the balcony. The on site restaurant was excellent, good food and reasonable prices. The pools were good, there is a lot of on going discussions on holding chairs at the pool just beware and try to avoid the discussions. We ran into a situation when some one on the beach used a drone and was looking into each of the floors of the building. Overall we had a fabulous vacation and we would rent it again. Lyle & Dalles McGowan

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Tom B.

2 Jan 2019

Fantastic Christmas Family Vacation December 2018.

Fantastic views, Spacious clean rooms with lots of space for our family of eight. Appliances all worked and allowed us to cook many wonderful family meals and all sit at the large dining room table overlooking the ocean. Everyone enjoyed both the ocean and the pools and spas for their swimming pleasures. Beaches were clean. Carolyn answered all the questions prior to arriving in a timely manner allowing us to feel at ease as we checked in. Marcos met us with a welcoming smile and gave us a tour of the place to ensure we knew how everything worked, and where everything was located. He followed up with us during our stay to make sure everything was OK. There were plenty of linens including beach towels for the entire family. We thoroughly enjoyed our very first family destination vacation and hope to do it again in the future. We highly recommend this property.

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2018

8/10 Good

Susan K., Diamond Bar

23 Aug 2018

Almost but not quite perfect

The condo was exactly as pictured in all the photos. The views from the balcony were amazing. We had a wonderful time swimming in the pools. However we had problems with the AC. After communicating with the owner, he graciously resolved our complaints to our satisfaction. I would highly recommend this condo when the AC is repaired.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Marguerite S., Ann Arbor

3 Apr 2018

Perfect family spot

The condo was exactly as advertised on VRBO. Very spacious, comfortable beds, extremely well equipped kitchen, incredible views. This was a three generation family vacation and everyone was thrilled. The on-site restaurant was handy, the pools were family-friendly and the beach was great. The location was convenient for all the things we wanted to do in the area. The property managers were very helpful and responsive in preparing us for our first trip to the area and welcoming us upon arrival. I would highly recommend this property.

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Tim E.

27 Mar 2018

Great location, wonderful pools

Just returned from a two week stay at this wonderful and spacious condo. It is well equipped with everything you could need. Views from the 24th floor are incredible. The location is perfect - just a few minutes from downtown.

Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2018

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Barbara S., Berkeley

12 July 2017

Lovely condo

The condo was really nice. The beds are GREAT, the view is wonderful and the living room and kitchen are very comfortable, well maintained and complete. There were problems with the AC, but that is so common in Mexico, I don't think you can make anything of it. The snack bar/bar was closed, so we had to go off site for meals whether we wanted to or not and that wasn't perfect. (It's really why I'm giving 4 instead of 5 stars.) But the concierge who manages this condo got us a cook for all of our dinners during the week of our stay. His labor was only $35 a night, to shop, cook and clean up a dinner for 8, and the dinners were really gourmet experiences, with gorgeous presentation. As though we were eating in a fancy restaurant! It was an enormous treat. (We tipped him an extra $70 because he was so great.) So, anyway, this is a good deal and we recommend it.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

neeti a.

19 Apr 2017

Great Views / Well Equipped Condo / Good for Kids

We loved this condo! My brother and I rented this for my dad's 70th birthday. 6 Adults & 4 kids (Age 1, 1, 3, and 4years old) April 2017. We spent most of the time on the balcony as it had panoramic views of ocean. Beds were very comfortable. Kids loved taking baths in jacuzzi on balcony. Kitchen is very well equipped with cooler to take down to pool, good knives, and tupperware. We loved this condo! My brother and I rented this for my dad's 70th birthday. 6 Adults & 4 kids (Age 1, 1, 3, and 4years old) April 2017. We spent most of the time on the balcony as it had panoramic views of ocean - eve. Beds were very comfortable. Kids loved taking baths in jacuzzi on balcony. Kitchen is very well equipped with small cooler to take down to pool, good knives, and tupperware. We used the restaurant onsite and next door (El Holi) and they were reasonably priced (80pesos for breakfast / 30 pesos for beers/smoothies / 50-70pesos for margaritas/sangria). There was a wait staff that would serve you poolside if it's wasn't busy. Really good security around the pool and to enter/exit resort from both the beach and the front gate. Easter Week is very busy in Mexico as all the locals are off from work. Captain Morgan set up huge stage with DJ directly in front of resort due to Easter so music was very loud and started around 9am and ended around 11pm from Thursday - Saturday. Beach was packed because of Easter so you could buy drinks on the beach (20pesos/beer) and their were people setting up umbrellas for you ($5us) which I'm assuming is not there normally. There were beach chairs in the room to use. Beach is rocky in ocean so water shoes would be good. There is a concierge on-site but they were on vacation. Plus palapas with chairs provided by the building but we wanted to be closer to the water for the kids. Good size shallow area in the pools and one pool was shaded until noon (but also colder) which was nice for the kids to get out of the sun. There are great restaurants right outside the building and across the street (a little tricky to cross with kids)....La Dolce (Pizza), Republic Taco, Argentinian Steak House, Maricos (Seafood) Owner arranged for extra pack n play and there are sand and pool toys (noodles/floatie) there that the kids loved and we left some toys as well. $15 from Airport to Grand Venetian and $9 to from GV to Airport. Ramps everywhere for the strollers.Will definitely return!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Andrew and Florence R.

10 July 2016

Fantastic Apartment with fantastic views!

We had such a great time! All the bedrooms are spacious and the views from the 2 master bedrooms are great. The two rooms at the back have views too but there is another tower that's pretty close. The apartment is nicely furnished and the kitchen is well equipped. The kitchen is at the back and we could't find a tray to carry things from the kitchen to the dining room. Other than that, it was perfect! It's quiet but close to everything. Costco and the supermarket Soriana are really close by so shopping is very easy. The food trucks are close by too. It's just 10 minutes to downtown Puerto Vallarta. Our kids really enjoyed the large pools. Not many resorts have pools this size so that is a bonus! Wonderful apartment. You will love it!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jay M.

30 Nov 2014

This fantastic property has incredible views!

We very much enjoyed our stay at Casa Donita. The best feature for us was the incredible view of Banderas Bay - it was huge. The entire bay was laid out in front of us, from el Centro and los Arcos on our left to the Marietas and Punta de Mita straight ahead, and on to Nuevo Vallarta and the marina on our right. We watched fishing boats, dolphins, sea birds, cruise ships, parasailers, skydivers, and beach-goers of every kind, all from the comfort of our 24th floor ocean-front balcony. Additional balconies offered views of the nearby city and mountains. The beds at Casa Donita were comfortable, the bathrooms spacious, the kitchen well-equipped. The restaurant, pools and other facilities at the resort were also top notch. Both downtown and the marina, with all the restaurants and shops that PV is known for, are only a few minutes cab ride away. We highly recommend this property.