Loved our stay!
Submitted: August 17, 2012
Stayed: July 2012
This place was AWESOME!! My husband and I with 3 kids (aged 20, 17, and 10) spent 9 days in Bob's condo. From the time I made my first inquiry (newbies to Mexico) up until the day we left for our trip, Bob answered all questions (silly or otherwise) via e-mail/phone about the property and things to do and see in Puerto Vallarta. I felt like I was renting from a friend. Everything he said about the ICON is absolutely true except that it's even lovelier in person. It's definitely the best of both worlds: exclusive hotel feel with restaurant and waiters (Jose Luis is the best!) taking orders around the pool, but with all the comforts of home (lots of living space, full kitchen, 3 bathrooms, washer/dryer, etc). I looked at how crowded the surrounding hotels were and imagined small hotel rooms, then looked at ICON’s private, peaceful beach and thought “Boy was I smart to book this place!”
Heads up to parents with little kids: inflatables aren't allowed in pool but water wings okay.
Bob recommended La Dolce Vita restaurant at the Malecon (boardwalk) and likened it to San Francisco North Beach quality food. We're both from the Bay Area so I knew what to expect based on his recommendation. La Dolce Vita was even BETTER. I ordered the seafood pasta (also Bob’s recommendation) and it was tastier than any seafood pasta I’ve had in the Bay Area. The prawns were huge! My hubby ordered a New York steak from there – delicious! My kids also enjoyed all their dishes and the desserts were wonderful.
Another recommendation by Bob was the Rhythms of the Night tour. Hubby and I had a terrific date night. I also saw kids on this tour, but it’s more for couples. Highly recommend this as well as the Las Caletas day trip. The latter is definitely good for families. What’s great about these activities is that they start at the Maritime Terminal which is just a 5 min walk from the condo. The pirate ship adventure takes off from there, too, though we didn’t get to go (hopefully next time!) After Rhythms at 11:30 pm my hubby and I walked back to the condo and felt absolutely safe.
Short walk to full grocery, quick cab ride to WalMart and mall for $4, Malecon boardwalk $6. Easy and convenient.
Muchas gracias, Bob, for opening your gorgeous condo to our family! Can’t wait to go back!
Owner's Response: Well you've said it best. It is not possible to describe in totallity the experience awaiting one here in Puerta Vallarta and my ICON condo. Sharing the moments is what remains forever.
Glad to assist you and your family and many others.
Helpful votes: 2/2
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