Puerto Vallarta Marina Locations 
Entrance from Banderas Bay to Paradise Village Marina (Port) and Nuevo Vallarta Marina (Starboard)
Paradise Village Marina and Yacht Club
Web: http://www.paradisevillagemarina.com
GPS:
Latitude: 20°41.2’N
Longitude: 105°17.9’W
Address:
Paseo de los Cocoteros #1,
Nuevo Vallarta, Nayarit
Mexico
Tel: +52-322-22-66728, Fax:+52-322-22-66728, VHF Channel 16
Email: [email protected]
Berths:
200, from 26’ to 240’
Depth:
15 feet
Rate:
~ $.65/foot/day in the winter
~ $.38/foot/day in the summer
No additional charge for liveaboards
Fuel:
Not available
Haulout:
Haulout not available
Comments:
All facilities, including pumpout, picnic area, snack bar, sail wash, gas run, club house, tennis courts, mail/message. Automatic gate keys, 24-hr. security, cable TV, potable water, use of hotel facilities. On-site shopping center. There is on-going dredging at the entrance. Offers customs and immigration service. Notably the most famous, more big yachts, located in an area with tourist attractions and shops (Starbucks, etc.).
Paradise Village Marina attracts boaters because it is clean, it is relatively well run, and it is an integral part of the the Paradise Village Resort, including many of its amenities. However, it is surrounded by a very touristy environment which some cruisers do not like.
Make sure you have your passports, boat registration papers and Mexican Liability Insurance paperwork when you go in as well as the paperwork from your last port.
Harbormaster Dick Markie has been there for 16 years and is an experienced boater.
 Entrance to Paradise Village Marina and Marina Nuevo Vallarta |  |
Map of Paradise Village Marina and Marina Nuevo Vallarta area (source: vallartainfo.com)
Reviews:
Source: activecaptain.com
Marina Riviera Nayarit (also known as Marina de la Cruz)
Web: http://www.marinarivieranayarit.com
GPS:
Latitude: 20°45’N
Longitude: 105°24’W
Address:
Marlin No. 39, La Cruz de Huanacaxtle
Riviera Nayarit, México
Tel:52 (329) 29-555-26
Email: [email protected]
Berths:
340, from 31’ to 400’
Deptth:
14 feet
Rate:
~ $.68/foot/day in the winter
~ $.40/foot/day in the summer
No additional charge for liveaboards
Fuel:
Gas and diesel available
Diesel price is about $4.00 per gallon
Haulout:
Haulout available up to 70 feet (150 ton) with Travelilft, the largest on Mexico's West Coast
Comments:
Located in the small fishing village of La Cruz de Huanacaxtle about 10 miles Northwest of Puerto Vallarta on the North end of Banderas Bay. It is a popular destination and the primary spot from which most cruisers travel by land to other places around the Bay. There is an anchorage outside and, for a fee (about $2 fee per day), it is possible to use the dinghy dock inside the marina. The dinghy dock fee is not required if just visiting the Port Captain's office. The office can be hailed on VHF channel 16. The dinghy dock is now Dock #1 by the marina office. To reach this, proceed into the marina, passing the fuel dock to starboard and then take a turn to port and it is off to the starboard side at the end of the fairway. It is a new large marina built in 2008 with all facilities. Fuel, pump-out, laundry(?), WiFi, yacht club, boat yard with 150 ton travel hoist and repairs, restaurant, provisions, 24hr security. There are a variety of events hosted by the Marina, including movie nights in the outdoor amphitheater on the breakwater, swap meets, etc.
This is my favorite marina because it is away from the hustle bustle, cleaner waters, and within walking distance of the village with restaurants on the beach. The village of La Cruz is a big draw because it is authentic and virtually free of tourists. While some like the remoteness aspect, Nayarit is the furthest marina from Puerto Vallarta proper. A bus stop nearby takes you to PV for about $1.15. Bucerias a few miles to the South has stores and restaurants.
Harbormaster Rafael Alcantara Luarte
Marina map
Map of La Cruz village, source: vallartainfo.com Reviews
source: activecaptain.com
Marina Vallarta
Web: none
GPS:
Latitude: 20°39.1’N
Longitude: 105°15.0’W
Address:
P.O. Box 350 B, Marina Vallarta
Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco, Mexico
Tel: +52 322 221 0275, Fax:+52 322 221 0722
Email: [email protected]
Beths:
500+, from 31’ to 140’
Depth:
Not given
Comments:
This is the largest marina in the area and lies at the north end of the harbor. When in normal operation, it has all facilities, laundry, and pump-out facility. It was reported that Marina Vallarta has been in bankruptcy for several years during which time the marina fell into disrepair with crumbling docks and gates. Bathrooms were given very low grades ... and generally degraded services. However, a new owner purchased the marina last year and renovations are underway. It is slated to be completed for the start of the 2015-2016 season. Combining forces with Opequimar Centro Marina, local businessman Elias Sacal and with the support of the local neighbourhood and business associations, the Marina will undergo extensive repairs and upgrades in an effort to bring back tourism to this thirty year old destination.
The marina's periphery malecon is lined by hotels, condos, restaurants, bars and related tourist establishments. This marina is the closest to downtown Puerto Vallarta and the cruise ship terminal. The marina is also associated with an 18-hole golf course.
Once the marina is totally renovated, the marina will offer a place to dock boats and be close to downtown at the same time. Since the marina is totally surrounded by condos and stores, it tends to become hot and windless. On a positive note, it may be a good hurricane hole. There are many good restaurants and services around the marina complex. It seems to be more of a powerboat (fishing, charters, etc.) haven than a sailors' mecca.
Harbormaster is Christian Mancebo (source: Latitude38.com)
Map of Marina Vallarta area (source: vallartainfo.com) Reviews
Source: activecaptain.com
Marina Nuevo Vallarta
Web: http://marinanuevovallarta.com
GPS:
Latitude: 20°41’22”N
Longitude: 105°17’28”W
Address:
Paseo de la Marina Lote 46
Manzana 8 Villa 5
Nuevo Vallarta, Mexico
Tel:+52 (322) 297-7000
Email: [email protected]
Berths:
230, from 22’ to 130’ (after renovations)
Depth:
Not given
Rate:
~ $.60/foot/day in the winter
~ $.48/foot/day in the summer
No additional charge for liveaboards
Fuel:
Not available
Haulout:
Not available
Comments:
This marina is currently under re-development. Slips seem to be available and are negotiable. Docks which have not been re-developed are in run-down condition. The only services offered at present are water and electricity, with space for 80 vessels. Situated in the “El Chino”, inside the living complex Nuevo Vallarta right in front of the hotel and Marina Paradise Village, 3.5 miles NW of the harbor inside its own dredged lagoon. The entrance channel silts up sometimes, so it is advisable to call ahead to check the current depth.
Dockmaster Juan Sebastian Estrada
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