Of our stays in Puerto Vallarta, Yelapa and Sayulita, our stay at Casa Manta Ray was by far the best! It is such a perfect, beautiful and quiet place to rest, eat, explore and observe the way of life in Mexico. The patio is absolutely the best! We lacked nothing. We loved the location in between the village and the big beach and that we had our own stairway to the ocean below the patio. Fernando and Kendra were incredibly helpful and accomodating both before and during our stay. Fernando even stopped by with fresh made ceviche and tortilla chips. What a treat! If we ever return to this area, we would definitely stay here again. It may very well be the best place in the community.

Miramar was absolutely amazing. Best view and location in yelapa. Kendra and Fernando were amazing! Don't stay anywhere else!

Most beautiful view in Yelapa. Also centrally located. Spent many hours out on the huge deck overlooking the bay immediately below, watching the boats come and go. Very private. Highly recommended.

We had a wonderful 8 days in Yelapa at Casa Manta Ray in September 2015-the so called rainy season. While it showered at times in the (URL HIDDEN) was actually my favorite time to swim. Loved the location right on the beach and close to everything in town. The view from the patio to the water is what attracted us to this listing...and once we got there the view exceeded the picture. It was lovely having the waves serenade you to sleep every night. Kendra and Fernando were awesome and very good hosts. We even hired Fernando and his brother Rudolfo as guides for three days of fishing, snorkeling and hiking. We caught a lot of fish every day and happily ate ceviche expertly prepared by the guides at the end of the day. Awesome experience we had! We plan on returning.

MiraMar was the perfect place to stay during our time in Mexico. My only regret is leaving too early. I was unsure whether or not I wanted to use AirBnb the whole time or test out the luxury all inclusives that people are always raving about. Huge mistake not staying at MiraMar the entire time. Everything is in walking distance and there are lots of options for going out on boats and hiking to the waterfalls. The back patio/deck that overlooks the water is the perfect place to sit and watch the ins and outs of Yelapa. It's far enough away from the main beach to keep your privacy and enjoy what Yelapa has to offer while still being super close to the main tourist beach to go for a walk or hang out for the day. We the house was perfect for two of us. The location is amazing and one of the most beautiful places I've ever stayed. It is located in the jungle area, so there are bugs if that is something you mind. Otherwise, definitely stay here. I will return one day!

Casa Manta Ray was amazing, and our hosts made us feel so welcome. Kendra was so helpful with giving us information before and during our stay, and our snorkeling and seafood feast with Fernando was unforgettable. The casa far exceeded our expectations. The perfect patio, the most comfortable bed, the furnishings, a fully stocked kitchen...everything about the place was amazing. Coffee on the patio every morning was our favorite, oh, and seeing a pair of black and white speckled manta rays hanging out below our patio was something I won't forget. Yelapa was so fun, and the people were so kind and friendly. We can't wait to return for a longer stay next time. Thanks for everything!

Dear Kendra & Fernando, Our stay exceed our expectations. The house was really comfy and no things to complaint about. Location was great including the stunning views from the terrace. The house is full of basic ingredients and spices also includes complimentary water. Ir we are coming back to Yelapa we will definitely contact you back! Wish you all the best and keep doing this professional way! Jose

Kendra and Fernando were lovely!! Our flight arrived late, after the last water taxi, and we thought we'd have to stay in Vallarta one night. However, they arranged another chartered boat for when we arrived- more expensive, but cheaper than what the "Water Taxi Jack" website offered. The house itself was lovely. We arranged for an extra cot as there were three of us, and it was quite comfy (an actual mattress!). The view from our porch was incredible and included a hammock which all three of us switch off spending lots of the day in. We were mere feet from the beach, and the private staircase down to the sandy beach was very convenient. The apartment was centrally located in town (though up a large hill) with access to a number of great restaurants and one nearby market. The kitchen of the apartment was stocked with spices, utensils, and pots/pans, so we did cook one of the days. Otherwise we sampled the delicious food at various restaurants in town. We went in July (off season), and heat was as oppressive as all the warnings suggested. The one fan did a little to combat it, but if you cannot stand ~90*F+ weather and humidity, go during a cooler part of the year. I would absolutely stay here again.

very nice set up. enjoyed the stay. Scott and Grace are very cooperative.

Amazing spot- so lovely to feel like we were at home in this wonderful pueblo. Gorgeous view, sweet people, amazing food! Scott and Grace were great hosts and we'll be back soon!

This is a spacious and comfortable house with a terrific view of the cove. Though, I can understand visitors wanting to stay right on the beach, we especially enjoyed walking through town and feeling more a part of the community. Arrival was easy and communication worked fine, even though we booked last minute. Just be sure to read through the details Scott sends you. Important things like no ATMs. We LOVED Yelapa and will definitely be back.

Beautiful views, the house fits 5 comfortably. We had a lovely stay and hope to go back. It is worth it having Diego meet you at the pier, it would be difficult to find the house at first otherwise.

We were greeted by Diego at the pier upon arrival. He took us through the pueblo to our Casa. The Casa was spacious and had everything you need. The views and location were great for a walk into town for dinner, etc. we really enjoyed our stay. The tip sheet was very useful. Our favorite spot to eat was Cafe Bahia!!

Scott, Grace, and Diego were all perfect hosts, couldn't have been more accomodating! The neighborhood is charming, and the locals are nothing but hospitable and friendly. It's all open air and patios, nature sounds and hammock time. Absolute paradise!

We really enjoyed our stay in Yelapa thanks to S & G. We appreciated the full kitchen, CD collection, board games, the hammock, and the open views. S & G were also very open and communicative which was helpful. Great hosts.

My stay at Casa Joanie was truly unforgettable. Waking up every morning to the perfect sunrise and singing birds, falling asleep every night to the sound of the surf. The decor in the casa is also so cheerful and interesting, it is a perfect home base for all kinds of exploring in and around yelapa. I'm homesick already!

Loved staying at Los Suenos. What a special, magical place! Jesse Rose is a wonderful host and pointed me in all of the right directions. Not one complaint on my end--highly recommend this tranquil spot in Yelapa. Beautiful spacious grounds and facilities.

Suenos is a magical.. Placed in the jungle where a symphony of birds awake you in the morning to the beauty of a tropical landscaped garden and artistically decorated casas. The main house feels like a lodge or hacienda. Jesse Rose is a great hostess and along with her staff is there to meet your needs. One really get the feel of Yelapa staying in these casitas with easy access to the main (URL HIDDEN) least this time of year since crossing the river is easy and part of the experience! Jesse Rose even provided kayaks that were carried down to the beach for us.

Jesse Rose has an incredible place to stay, we loved it at Casa de Los Suenos. Tropical landscaping, cozy palapas, a great indoor/outdoor setting all provided an inviting and comforting experience for us. Jesse was a great host and answered all our questions and provided great suggestions. I highly recommend staying at Casa de Los Suenos!

Casa de los Sueños it's a lovely place that is surrounded by nature and kind people. There is so much loving care poured into Jesse's place that is reflected in every detail in there. There is a wonderful feeling of connection with nature in Yelapa. I will definitely return to visit. Thank you for sharing such an amazing place!

Upon our arrival to the Yelapa Pueblo pier, Jesse's brother conveniently greeted us and arranged for a local to take our bags up the cobblestone street to Casa de los Suenos. The fact that Jesse was born in Yelapa and grew up in the US made it awesome for us Americans to learn about the town and get the lowdown on how to navigate here smoothly. The hotel is a short and charming walk from the town center. Yelapa and los Suenos feels like a step back in time, reminiscent of the beauty and simplicity of life in harmony with nature. The main courtyard and house is a beautiful gathering area, surrounded by lush jungle and gardens. The room itself is clean, spacious and conveniently located off the main area, which means your wifi will work in your room. (bonus!) Jesse Rose was a warm and welcoming host who happened to share friends in common, adding to the magic connection to the place. One of my favorite parts were the little pups on the property, Luna and Chicha, who made it feel like home. The location was perfect if you want to cross the river further upstream where it's less treacherous and head to the beach. It's also across from another hotel Oasis which has live music some nights. I felt super safe, taken care of, and I would definitely come back to Los Suenos! And I could definitely imagine renting this whole place out for a wedding or special reunion with friends. Yelapa and los Suenos is a perfect place to escape the tourist trap of Puerto Vallarta and reconnect to a slower pace of life in a hidden paradise... reminds you what life is all about.

We had a wonderful stay with Jesse Rose! The casa is in a great location. It is a short walk across the river (not deep) to the beach and a 5 minute walk in to "town". The property is breath taking and the rooms are beautiful and comfortable. Jesse Rose was an amazing host and knows all the ins and outs of Yelapa. I would highly recommend staying here as it makes this special beach town even more amazing!

Everything about this place was great! It was unique, free flowing, open air. A very cool place to stay in many ways! The only thing is that we thought it was a bed and breakfast (or our understanding of bed and breakfast is wrong). There was no breakfast. But the kitchen is amazing and well equipped for anyone who wants to prepare meals.

Casa de los Sueños is a great place to stay in Yelapa. It's about 3 minutes to the beach (eating through the knee-high river). The rooms (cabanas) are surrounded by tropical jungle plants (we loved the semi-open shower). You get serenaded at night by frogs and toads, and wake up with the birds' dawn chorus (plus a few dogs and cockerels): take earplugs if you are a very light sleeper. Like many places in Yelapa, the rooms are open and don't lock, but you do get a large lock-box (use it because there some other guests' valuables when we were there - Jesse's place May nut have been the only place affected). The room was wonderfully spacious and the common areas really nice and relaxing. And Jesse was really cool and accommodating. We loved the place and wouldn't hesitate to return, but it might not be for everyone (e.g. If you can't cope with the idea of nut being able to close windows and lock doors, and if you can't stand the thought that a bug or two might be in your room). But any "downsides" to Jesse's place will almost certainly apply to almost every other place in Yelapa, so if that's you, then give Yelapa a miss.

Casa Mariposa is a wonderful place and Jocelyn is a wonderful host. Samuel, Casa Mariposa's gardener greeted us with a warm welcome and we were able to hire him to take us on his boat to go snorkeling and fishing. Yelapa is a great town and I would recommend Casa Mariposa to anyone visiting!

We absolutely loved staying at Casa Mariposa! Beautiful home in a beautiful area of Yelapa. Jocelyn was attentive and communication was excellent. Can't beat the pricing! The only suggestion I would give would be to have someone meet guests at the dock to walk them up to the house. We had a bit of a challenge finding it (mostly because we arrived after dark, no one's fault but our own!) And it was a bit more than a 2 minute walk. 200 steps (I actually counted) up the side of the mountain from the cobblestone street. I would have appreciated knowing this in advance as I have an old injury and steps can prove challenging. That being said, it was well worth it! The palapas were beautiful and appointed with everything we needed. The closest restaurant we found & LOVED was Pollo Bollo. Be sure to check them out. Also, we took a snorkeling excursion to Las Marietas. Trust me when I say you should not miss it. (Check out pics on (SENSITIVE CONTENTS HIDDEN)) Thank you Jocelyn and Airbnb for an excellent adventure!

The setting for Las Mariposa's is lovely, tucked away on a hillside garden property overlooking Yelapa bay. However, we were shocked upon arrival to discover the poor condition of the property. It appears that there has been no real maintenance for a long time. The three beds were all uncomfortable, one being mouldy, two having some kind of small biting insect, and one with a ridiculous bed frame. It would have been considerably more conformable to sleep in a tent. We discovered a serious propane leak that would require a bit of trouble shooting to fix - so we did not use the hot water heater due to potential explosion/fire hazard. Jocelyns policy, I learned after paying, is for guests to manage and pay for any maintenance items, with the promise of reimbursement after the fact. I'm sorry, but I'm on holiday, not there the deal with the myriad issues that included exposed live electrical wires, leaking plumbing, crumbling palappa structure. This has got nothing to do with being in the Jungle or in Mexico, its simply that Jocelyn has not adequately maintained this property - and certainly not to the standard commensurate with the nightly charge of $160CDN. In short, from a safety standpoint, this place should not be available to the public, at any price, until the various hazards have been dealt with. We decided to just suck it up being a family that is used to living off-grid, as it were, and make the best of our time there. There was no one to deal with the issues locally - Jocelyn lives in the US, and we would have had to waste our precious holiday time to find the appropriate assistance. We ended up leaving a few days earlier because we couldn't stand the property or the noise and music that runs for 16 to 18 hours a day, that even ear plugs won't cancel out fully. This place is a rip-off, and Jocelyn is courting trouble by continuing to rent this place out.

What can I say..... This place is amazing. Lisa is absolutely fantastic at taking care of guests and ensuring they have a truly unique experience. Staying at Oasis By the River couldn't have been any better and I would highly recommend to anyone looking for a bit of adventure and enjoying the best that Yelapa has to offer. The beds are comfortable and Casita's so beautiful. The bar and restaurant are very reasonably priced and have a great drink selection as well as delicious tapas items. I will be returning one day for sure. Thank You so much to Lisa and Nancy for making such unforgettable memories.

Personally, it was a bit too rustic and dirty for me. Lisa was great, helped me when I was sick. Although I did not find the washroom or beds that comfortable.

If you want a rustic experience, this is it. You have to cross a sometimes high river to get to the beach or walk around which takes longer. It is very noisy in the morning with donkeys, dogs barking and motorcycles and ATVs. But Yelapa has that pretty much everywhere. I think it is a bit expensive for what it is.

L'hébergement, quoique très sommaire, nous convenait parfaitement car nous souhaitions être isolés et l'éloignement de la mer ne nous dérangeait pas. A signaler que la chambre a été faite le premier jour mais pas le second. Le seul vrai problème concerne les renseignements transmis par Nancy pour se rendre sur place : le lieu de départ du bateau taxi n'était pas indiqué et nous avons perdu beaucoup de temps pour trouvé l'embarcadère. En plus les n° de téléphone à appeler en cas de besoin étaient erronés !!! Donc service en amont absolument nul. C'est dommage.