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PV Malecon area trip report — what I found

Started by BuffaloBill · 1 Mar 2026 · 186 views

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BuffaloBill member
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1 Mar 2026 at 15:28
Returned from Puerto Vallarta/Guadalajara last week. 2 weeks trip, visited late February 2026.

Arrival and first impressions: Taxi from airport was straightforward. Checked into my hotel near Guadalajara Centro.

Day 1-2: Explored the area, got the lay of the land. Found the local spots quickly.

Days 3-5: Met some great girls. The Guadalajara Centro area was busy but manageable.

Prices: 1500-3000 MXN. Some room for negotiation.

Tips for others: Bring cash.

Would I go back? Absolutely.

Buffalo Bill — Buffalo, NY

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OrlandoOscar member
#2
1 Mar 2026 at 17:38
Not sure I agree about the area recommendation. I found the outskirts to be better.

Do your research, respect the locals, stay safe. — Orlando Oscar

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BristolBen member
#3
2 Mar 2026 at 02:34
I was there in early March and can add some detail:

Prices: Exactly as described. I spent about $80/day on the hobby side.

Girls: Mix of local and working girls from other regions. Quality was good.

My favorite spot was the freelancer area near the hotels.

One tip: Weekdays are quieter and better.

Bristol, UK | 16 countries visited

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OttawaOliver member
#4
2 Mar 2026 at 12:00
I had a bad experience there last year. Maybe I went at the wrong time?

Ottawa, Canada | 18 countries visited

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HalifaxHarry member
#5
2 Mar 2026 at 20:35
Good info. I'd add that the morning is the best time to go.
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AtlantaAce member
#6
2 Mar 2026 at 20:58
With respect, I think this is a bit optimistic. My experience was more mixed.
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MelbourneMarc member
#7
3 Mar 2026 at 02:57
Not sure I agree about the area recommendation. I found a different neighborhood to be better.

Melbourne, Australia | 23 countries visited

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ChicagoChris member
#8
3 Mar 2026 at 09:57
Agreed on all points. One thing I'd add — make sure to book your hotel in advance.

"The world is a book, and those who do not travel read only one page."

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MontrealMax member
#9
3 Mar 2026 at 20:48
Adding to this thread with my own experience from last month:

Things are much the same as always since my last visit in 2024.

Biggest change: More girls working online now.

Still a great destination. One of my top 3 worldwide.

Montreal Max — Montreal, Canada

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DCExplorer member
#10
4 Mar 2026 at 02:31
Can confirm. Was there 2 weeks ago and everything you said checks out.
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OrlandoOscar member
#11
4 Mar 2026 at 06:53
I was there in January and can add some detail:

Prices: Exactly as described. I spent about $50/day on the hobby side.

Girls: International mix. Quality was excellent.

My favorite spot was a small bar off the main strip.

One tip: Avoid weekends if you want better prices.

Do your research, respect the locals, stay safe. — Orlando Oscar

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AtlantaAce member
#12
4 Mar 2026 at 11:04
Interesting report but I think you may have overpaid. Next time try negotiating.
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WanderlustCarl member
#13
4 Mar 2026 at 15:16
Hmm, I had a different experience. When I went, prices were lower.

Do your research, respect the locals, stay safe. — Wanderlust Carl

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WanderlustCarl member
#14
4 Mar 2026 at 15:29
Great report, thanks for sharing. I had a similar experience when I was there last month.

Do your research, respect the locals, stay safe. — Wanderlust Carl

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SacramentoSal member
#15
4 Mar 2026 at 22:12
Just booked my flights after reading this. Thanks for the motivation!

Sacramento Sal — Sacramento, CA

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AustinAlex member
#16
5 Mar 2026 at 03:34
I had a bad experience there last year. Maybe I went at the wrong time?

Austin Alex — Austin, TX

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TexasHeat member
#17
5 Mar 2026 at 05:57
Not sure I agree about the area recommendation. I found a different neighborhood to be better.

Texas Heat — Houston, TX

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ChicagoChris member
#18
5 Mar 2026 at 17:14
Solid advice. I'd rate my experience similarly.

"The world is a book, and those who do not travel read only one page."

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WanderlustCarl member
#19
5 Mar 2026 at 17:46
Did you feel safe carrying cash?

Do your research, respect the locals, stay safe. — Wanderlust Carl

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WinnipegWayne member
#20
5 Mar 2026 at 18:44
With respect, I think this is a bit optimistic. My experience was more mixed.

Winnipeg, Canada | Member since 2024

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