16 Reviews of Property 210141 in Puerto Vallarta, Mexican Riviera

We spent Jan. 16 - 26 at this condo. We were immediately impressed when we walked in and commented how much the photos were very true. Of course after hearing all about the view and the water on this particular bay, I went straight to the balcony to see for myself. Having been to PV a number of times, I was very curious and I was not disappointed. It truly was beautfiul. We had all the cookware and things we needed in the condo. They had left a great fruit basked and 6 pack of Corona for us with a letter that was very welcoming. For our family of 5 (kids are 10, 7 and 1), it was perfect. The older two shared the 2 twin room and their was a playpen and highchair for the 1 year old and he used the other bedroom. We had the master bedroom and felt the beds were very comfortable (something I find somewhat a challenge in many hotels in Mexico in general). The washer and dryer were a godsend and allowed us to travel with only carry ons to avoid extra baggage charges. The condo was stocked with beach toys, big beach towels and a cooler we used every day. They also had chairs to bring down to the beach, but because we had toys, stroller, cooler, etc., we chose to rent for $2/day from the condo for the palapas and loungers on the beach. Just made life easier and we tipped that guy well because he was so nice and always had them ready for us. The store at the Girasol next door was very handy and we used it often. They exchanged money for a better rate than the check in dest at the Girasol. The La Palapa restaurant there was also very good and reasonably priced we thought. The bus picked up right outside and was 7 pesos per person and we used it often.
Cheryl Lee was so helpful and answered all my questions prior and while I was there (I couldn't find something). We had no issues with anything and would not hesitate to go back. I would highly recommend Playas Gemales and Cheryl Lee's condo. She was a pleasure to deal with and I highly suspect we will be back:)

When searching for the perfect vacation rental,

the sheer volume of possibilities can be overwhelming. At some point,

you have to take a chance. My husband and I and our 3 kids stayed

here from March 10-19 (2009) and had such a lovely holiday. Playa Gemelas

is the cleanest, most beautiful beach I have ever seen in Puerto Vallarta.

It was also quiet and allowed us to truly relax and take in the surrounding

beauty without being distracted by throngs of noisy people. The apartment

is huge, airy, and comfortable and even had a cupboard filled with drawing

paper and felts for the kids - we also found water toys which was a huge hit.

The pool is sparkling clean, the grounds around the apartment are lush with

flowers and immaculate lawns. There is a restaurant right next-door which

offers good food, excellent drinks, and warm service. If your children are

old enough, you can even have a quick "date night" without the kids as you're

literally in whistling distance. A short bus or cab ride takes you into town

where you can spend the day shopping, eating, and enjoying a real cultural

experience. And at the end of the day, it was so nice for us to return to our little spot

in paradise, put the kids to bed, and sit on the deck with a
cup of tea, looking
up at the stars and hearing the waves crashing the beach right below.

I am so looking forward to returning to this place. We took a chance renting

this condo and are so glad we did - the owner, Cheryl-Lee, is an enthusiastic

host and was always available to answer any questions or concerns. If you

rent this condo and are not completely satisfied with your holiday, I would

be truly shocked. This is perfect for families - I will never stay in a hotel again.

Absolutely best location in Puerto Vallarta - short 15 min taxi ride ($10) away from the city

Gorgeous beach at your door step (literally few steps away) - white sand, clear warm water, great snorkelling

Beautiful condo - very roomy, well designed, extremely comfortable, clean

Unbeatable view!!! Corner unit with views of the ocean, the city, mountains, Los Arcos

The desription of the condo and the photos are very accurate.

Cheryl Lee, the owner, was very nice, helpfull and very easy to deal with.

My husband and I just had the best vacation of our lives in this condo on Playas Gemeles. Nothing backs up this statement more than saying we have already booked it for 2 months next year. The condo itself comfortably accommodated the 2 of us plus up to 4 guests visiting us during our stay. Sleeping arrangements were very comfortable - always with night breezes and the sound of the ocean. There is spacious dining area for many people or more intimate dining space on the balcony overlooking the ocean. Always there were exquisite sunsets, beautiful night skies, and perfect beach viewing from our balcony 4 levels up. The beach itself was perfectly suited to our tastes - clean, nice and sandy and just big enough - leading to the ocean with waves large enough to have fun in. We spent a portion of almost every day on the beach. There is a restaurant an easy walk up the beach -- ambiance, views, service and food all excellent. It was our tradition to bring our guests to this restaurant for a relaxing, beautiful dining experience on the evening of their arrival. A visit to Old Vallarta was an easy bus ride away and a tourist's delight. One could experience the bargaining tradition at the many sidewalk kiosks, as well as any kind of eating/dining experience, from the more primitive to the more elegant.. We visited Old Vallarta many times and never tired of the experience. Overall, we enjoyed the Mexican people, the culture, and the beauty of the land. At the condo itself, everyone who serviced the condo and grounds was friendly, helpful and efficient. Our list of special 'goodies' provided by the condo included: On hand drinking water, mini 'library', large towel supply (beach and bath), 2 tvs (many English channels), in-condo washer & dryer, lock drawer for valuables, overhead fans in all rooms, hairblowers (2), wonderful restaurant within easy walking distance, high level of cleanliness and maintenance, inside/outside surrounding beauty and easy to use bus & cab service. There was nothing not to like. I would say, we'll be back, but then I've already said that!

The pictures shown are absolutely accurate, except that they didn't show the whales that we got to view from the balcony! The owners have provided comfortable furnishings. Some of the tiling is old and chipped, especially on the kitchen counters, but everything was very clean. Easy checkin-check out. The bus to town comes just across the street. We never had to wait more than 5 minutes (maybe we were lucky) and it was 7 pesos. Cabs to and from town are 100 pesos and the front desk will call them for you. It was convenient to have both a mini-mart (with a few fresh groceries such as eggs, bread, limes, tomatoes, avocados) and a restaurant next door. My husband said that he had never been as happy as we were able to watch the football playoffs on a flat screen TV in the living room while listening to the ocean surf in the background. (There were many U.S. and Canadian stations available).
Owners provided lots of towels, two beach chairs, and kitchen amenities including variety of pots and pans, coffee and filters, tea, dish soap, and a few condiments. More beach chairs and lounges were available to rent for about $1.50 a day. This beach was the best that I have been to in Puerto Vallarta ( we have been there many times) as it was uncrowded, very few vendors, the water was so clean that you could see the sand, and the sand itself was more powdery than other beaches in PV. It is a short beach for walking, but that is one reason there are so few vendors.
Having a washer and dryer was great. Hair dryers were provided in baths. Beds were very comfortable. They even have a double Ipod dock and speakers, as well as a DVD player and lots of DVDs and paperback books. We will definitely stay here again.

For outstanding seafood, try Marisco Polos downtown. Also we like El Repollo Rojo (The Red Cabbage) for upscale Mexican food and the River Cafe for a nice evening out with live music. If you like good wine, bring it with you ( you are allowed to bring 3 bottles each into the country) as it is very expensive in Mexico. The wine that we normally buy for 15 USD was the equivalent of 40 USD at the River Cafe. Stick with margaritas!

We have just returned to chilly Seattle from the beautiful beach of Playas Gemeles. We were very happy with the condo. It was very spacious and comfortable. Working with CherylLee thru PayPal was very easy. Would highly recommend this unit.

This condo is exactly as advertised. We were nervous being newbies to vacation condo rental but Cheryl-Lee made us feel so comfortable with the whole process. Our family of 8 fit very comfortably. Everything about the condo and property was perfect. The staff was very helpful and the property is secure. This condo complex is situated on arguably the best beach in puerto vallarta. The pools are great and the grounds are immaculate. I can't say enough about the condo and facilities. Thank you Cheryl-Lee. We will definitely stay here again and again.

Very comfortable, clean, and safe property. Excellent service. The apartment is well located and has easy access to town and several turist attractions.