Canto del Sol Plaza Vallarta

The Resort & Its Setting

Canto del Sol Plaza Vallarta sits on José Clemente Orozco, right in Puerto Vallarta's hotel zone, a short walk from the sand along Banderas Bay. It's an all-inclusive property built around an outdoor pool, tennis courts and three on-site restaurants, with a Google rating of 4.1 out of 5 from over 7,500 reviews — a solid track record for a resort that's been welcoming timeshare owners for years. It reads as a relaxed, no-frills base rather than a flashy mega-resort, which suits owners who want dependable amenities within easy reach of everything Puerto Vallarta does best.

The Area & Things to Do

Puerto Vallarta's hotel zone puts you close to the city's main draws without needing a car. The Malecón, the oceanfront promenade lined with galleries, sculptures and seafood restaurants, is about a kilometre away. Old Town (Centro), with its cobblestone streets, colonial-era church and market stalls, is a short ride further south. Marina Vallarta's yacht harbour and restaurant row are a few minutes north, and Banderas Bay itself is right on the doorstep for boat tours, parasailing or simply swimming. For a proper day trip, Los Arcos Underwater National Park — a cluster of dramatic rock islands popular with snorkellers and divers — is about 40km down the coast.

Selling or Renting a Week Here

If you own at Canto del Sol Plaza Vallarta and are ready to sell or rent out your week, BidMyTimeshare.com works as a private, owner-to-owner marketplace: you set your own asking price, buyers and renters contact you directly through the listing, and there's no commission on the sale — sellers simply pay a one-time listing fee to get their week in front of buyers.

Because Canto del Sol Plaza Vallarta is an independent resort, resale isn't processed through a branded exchange company's transfer desk. Instead, ownership changes hands through the resort's owners' association or on-site management office. Before agreeing a price with a buyer, ask management for two things: the current transfer or administration fee for changing the deed into the buyer's name, and the latest annual maintenance fee, since both affect what a buyer is actually willing to pay. Also confirm whether the resort or association holds a right of first refusal on resale transactions — some independent resorts do, and it can affect how quickly a private sale closes.

A resale buyer typically receives the usage rights and week/unit type recorded on the deed, along with membership in the owners' association; they should not assume any extras, upgrades or points that aren't explicitly stated in your listing. Be upfront in your listing description about unit size, season/week number, and any fees due, so buyers can compare offers with full information.

Renters, meanwhile, are usually looking for straightforward things: confirmed dates, clear information about what "all-inclusive" covers at this property, and proximity to the beach and the Malecón — all of which this resort can genuinely offer given its hotel-zone location.

Practical Notes for Owners & Buyers

Puerto Vallarta International Airport (PVR) is roughly 10km north of the resort, so arranging transport in advance — a registered taxi or pre-booked transfer — makes arrival smoother. The dry season (December–April) delivers the most consistent sunshine for beach time, while the shoulder months of May–June and September–October bring thinner crowds and often better rates, useful to know whether you're renting out your week or planning your own stay. Within the resort's hotel zone, the Malecón is walkable, but taxis or ride-sharing apps are the practical choice for Marina Vallarta, Centro or day trips further afield.