Costa Careyes, Mexico
The Casitas de las Flores above Playa Rosa Beach are all beautiful little gems and allow for easy access to the beach for swimming, sunbathing and eating - great for single travelers, couples and families all with a beautiful view of the Pacific.



- More about your Oliver Guide: Elizabeth Welborn
- Trip type: Family, Beach
- Activity level: easy
- Ideal length of trip: 7 DAYS
to & from
Puerto Vallarta is my airport of choice for reaching Costa Careyes. The airport has various commercial carrier options with Virgin, United and Alaska, as well as a variety of rental car agencies (warning, cheap rental car prices are a gimmick to get you in with car insurance rates nearing $30 a day; research with rental agencies and insurance policies before you arrive).
The drive to Careyes is 2.5 hours south from PV along Highway 200. It is an easy and straight shot from the airport. Manzanillo Airport is a great choice for those flying from LA. Manzanillo Mexico is just one hour south of Careyes, although the drive is a little more confusing with the lack of road signs. There is also a private landing strip in Careyes.
Where to Stay
- Costa Careyes is a luxury private resort located on the Pacific in the southern part of Jalisco, Mexico. It is comprised of private villas and casitas as well as incredible ocean castles. The Casitas de las Flores above Playa Rosa Beach are all beautiful little gems and allow for easy access to the beach for swimming, sunbathing and eating - great for single travelers, couples and families; each has a spectacular view of the Pacific. Small bungalows are available along the beachfront. The larger homes and castles (yes, amazing castles) allow for more guests, especially terrific for special celebrations; many of the larger homes have beautiful infinity pools overlooking the ocean.
- For a super spectacular stay, my favorite castle is Sol de Oriente, one of the most amazing villas in Mexico- an inviting, sun colored castle encircled by an azure like infinity pool that you can access out of your window. With a completely open view of the vast Pacific Ocean and crashing waves below, it is bound to be your favorite, too. Simply incredible.
- The architecture is colorful and unique in each of the private locations. All can be booked with an easy email to: reservations@careyes.com.mx There are no hotels in Careyes.