Another special place I like to go for a romantic getaway is Careyes, located in the Costalegre Region, between Puerto Vallarta and Barra de Navidad.
From the first moment of arrival, we were so impressed with the personal and outstanding service they gave us - we were greeted with cold aromatherapy towels, led to our beautiful casita, "Papaya", with an open terrace/kitchen and breathtaking views of the bay. They even offered to upgrade us to a larger 2-bedroom casita with a private plunge pool, but we declined as our casita had a better view. This is a very romantic, unique and charming place, even the linens seemed to pick up the lovely smells from the flowers and nature around the casita. The brightly colored casitas and bougainvillea flowers just made me smile every day. You will get plenty of exercise hiking up and down the stairs to the beach and restaurant below.
The highlight of our trip was that we got to release baby turtles into the ocean. The service here was impeccable, the staff went the extra mile to make sure we were well taken care of. I would highly recommend this place for honeymooners, couples or anyone just wanting to get away and escape into a peaceful environment with birds and wildlife. You will enjoy the sounds of the chachalacas (mini peacocks) that surround the villas.
You can take a drive down to Boca de Iguanas, a quiet beach about 45 min. away and enjoy a platter of delicious fresh oysters for 120 pesos.
The secret to staying here on a budget? Go to www.luxurylink.com and you can find 4-night packages for approx. USD$1,200 that includes breakfast daily at the Playa Rosa Restaurant, couples massage, bottle of tequila and fresh fruit bowl. I had the absolute best enchiladas in my life here, the breakfasts were so luxurious and filling, not "continental" like in most places. The spa was equally a great experience, while not super luxurious but the therapists were great. www.careyes.com.mx
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