Gay Puerto Vallarta Nightlife

Most of the gay spots are on the level ground where the Rio Cuale (Cuale River) empties into Vallarta's Bandaras Bay. This area, a zone often called South Side or Zona Romantica over last few years, could just as well be called homo heights.

There is a decided shift away from the straight night spots that so dominate the malecon just north of the city center. South of the city center is where gay men and women are found everywhere. And so are their watering holes, clubs and bars.

Vallarta's primary club or disco scene, gay or straight, is pretty late in the evening. Don't plan on much happening at these clubs until well past midnight.

Earlier in the evening the happy hour circuit usually starts off at various places where the crowd gathers to watch the sunset.

Before the late night action gets going, the places to be are the smaller bars along or near Lazaro Cardenas Street, and also Olas Altas Street.

Olas Altas Street, a wonderful side-walk café strewn strip of land where the mountains are closest to the beach, is where everyone walks. Olas Altas has become something reminiscent of a Paris back street, lined with sidewalk cafés, but located in the tropics here in gay Puerto Vallarta. Along Olas Altas Street are several gay bars. All are the kind of places where you'll see activity earlier in the evening.

Starting at 10pm the disco clubs get going and they peak sometimes very late, often past 2 in the morning.

Kooky Karaoke Bar

Sing your heart out! A place to hang out with friends and sing! Great drinks, friendly ambiance and all the songs available just ask for your song.

Clubs and Discos

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Clubs and Discos where late night partiers love to go.

CC Slaughters PV

Gay, Gay Owned, Gay Staff, Mixed Clientele, Straight Friendly, 30 somethings, Dancing, Drag Shows, Martinis, Younger, Air Conditioned, Wireless, Credit Cards

This nightclub has been a hit since they opened their doors (Dec 2011).

La Noche

Gay, Gay Owned, Gay Staff, 30 somethings, Drag Shows, Older, Younger, Outside Seating, Wireless

A three level entertainment complex featuring an amazing 2 level rooftop garden bar with views of the city and surrounding mountains. On the main floor there is always a party going on with DJ Mike playing the best music, go go boys and shows. Smoking and nonsmoking areas available.

Paco's Ranch

Gay, Gay Owned, Gay Staff, Lesbian, Mixed Clientele, Straight Friendly, Casual, 30 somethings, Dancing, Drag Shows, Martinis, Older, Strip Tease Shows, Air Conditioned, Wireless, Credit Cards, No Smoking

Pacos Ranch is the late night spot to be in the gay club scene of PV. **Open following all protocol.**

Industry Nighclub

A club to dance the night away.

Evening Tours

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Organized gay group events in the evening or late at night.

Art Walk

Gay Friendly, Mixed Clientele

Puerto Vallarta has established itself as a vibrant center of art creation, exhibition and promotion. An important contribution to the city´s art scene is Puerto Vallarta´s ArtWalk. The participating galleries in Centro Historico offer works by important national and international artists.

Dirty Cash Tours

Gay, Gay Owned, Mixed Clientele

Explore the sexy side of PV with a tour of the best stripper clubs and swanky bars in the Romantic Zone.

Puerto Vallarta Walking Adventures

Gay, Gay Owned, Gay Staff, Mixed Clientele, Straight Friendly, 30 somethings, Martinis, Older

Offering walking adventures in the greater Puerto Vallarta area where every step is an invitation to discover the genuine essence of Mexico.

Gay Vallarta Bar Hopping

"Join the Party Tour and Meet New Friends on Gay Bar Hopping Tour. No Line No Wait No Cover"

Vallarta Eats Food Tours

Join Vallarta Eats Food Tours as they skip the usual tourist restaurants and head for the best off-the-beaten-path eateries in Vallarta. Eat with locals as they fill your plates with fresh, mouthwatering fare from the real Mexico. Let them treat you to a little taste of culture and a whole lot of fun. Come hungry!

Hotel Pool Bar

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Intimate poolside gay bars.

Bistro Mercurio & Bar

Gay, Gay Owned, Lesbian, 30 somethings, Drag Shows, Older, Younger, Outside Seating, Wireless, Credit Cards, Pet Friendly

Gay owned, Gay staffed, for Gay & Lesbian guests. There is no discrimination at Hotel Mercurio. Bar open to the public after 3pm. Enjoy their new menu at the bar.

Blue Chairs Rooftop Bar

Gay, Gay Staff, Straight Friendly, Beachfront, Ocean View, Dancing, Drag Shows, Karaoke, Live Comedy, Martinis, Strip Tease Shows, Air Conditioned, Wireless, Credit Cards

Rooftop bar at the beachfront hotel Blue Chairs. Enjoy live entertainment daily. **Open following all protocol.**

Pool Club @ Casa Cupula

Gay, Outside Seating, Wireless, Men Only, Pet Friendly

The only clothing optional Pool Club in PV! Open every day 12-7pm, Food and drinks service.

Amaria Villas

Nestled in the mountains along the Rio Cuale. This gorgeous jungle oasis caters to those that seek a unique and custom-tailored experience that also embraces the local culture and traditions.

Lookout Bar

Amazing gay bar with an amazing view of the whole bay.

Piñata PV

Private, personalized service at Puerto Vallarta's only clothing optional hotel exclusively for men.

Lounges

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Casual elegance.

One Six One

Gay, Gay Owned, Mixed Clientele, Straight Friendly, Martinis, Air Conditioned, Outside Seating, Wireless, Credit Cards, Smoking Area

An upscale environment with a 'living room lounge' ambience, live DJ'd house music, craft cocktails, an outside patio and a rooftop. Open for service.

Blondies PV

Enjoy chill music and signature drinks in a dynamic space with a cool breezes and an ocean view. Serving premium cocktails and frozen drinks from their SLUSHBAR and in the open air loft above. ** Open following all protocol.**

The Top Sky Bar

An amazing lounge with ocean view in a spacious setting.

Therapy Vallarta

An upscale Brunch, Bar Lounge & Night Club concept in Puerto Vallarta. Great food, great cocktails and great house beats in the same location.

Martini Bars

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Some of gay Vallarta's bars specialize in great conversation and mixed drinks.

Apaches

Gay, Gay Owned, Gay Staff, Mixed Clientele, Martinis, Outside Seating, Pet Friendly, Wheelchair accessible

This gay owned martini bar serves up stiff drinks daily in the middle of Zona Romantica.

Garbo

A chic little piano and jazz bar located a half block off of the famous Olas Altas on Pulpito.

The Corner

Our sexy and friendly bartenders will make all feel welcome at The Corner.

Neighborhood Bars

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Some places that have that neighborhood place. Cantinas.

Anonimo

Gay, Gay Friendly, Gay Owned, Gay Staff, Mixed Clientele, Straight Friendly, Wireless, Pet Friendly

Come on in and play your favorite videos... our customers control the music here, so whatever you like you can play! Our cozy neighborhood atmosphere makes everyone feel welcome... it has been said that if you don't make a new friend here, you're an asshole. We have a full bar and great beer selections; there truly is something for everyone at Anonimo!

Chachalaca Bar

Gay, Gay Owned, Gay Staff, Mixed Clientele, Straight Friendly, Casual, Sports Bar, Bar Food, Outside Seating, Wireless, Pet Friendly

Just a 2 minute walk from Los Muertos pier and 5 minutes from Los Muertos Beach! **Open following all protocol.**

Frida 4.0

Gay, Gay Owned, Gay Staff, Casual, 30 somethings, Older, Bar Food, Wireless, Pet Friendly

This bar is popular with both the Gringo and Mexican locals.

La Cueva Cantina

Gay, Gay Owned, Gay Staff, 30 somethings, Karaoke, Older, Pool Table, Wireless, Pet Friendly

Mexican gay cantina in its new locations.

Awaysis Bar & Restaurant

The former Que?Pasa is now the new Awaysis Bar Restaurant in town. Enjoy their delicious menu selection and the weekly specials.

Blue

A small place to relax before or after the night right on the strip of the gay bars.

Cantina La Margarita

A mix of Latin, American and Canadians. Music is top 40 old and current artists. Friendly hot staff in a great location in the center of the main strip of bars.

Divas Bar

A small bar where everybody is welcome.

Elixir Mixology Bar

A unique sensory experience in the heart of Puerto Vallarta. Created and operated by Lesbians women.

La Catrina Cantina

La Catrina Cantina is a Mexican Cabaret showcasing local artists and Spanish music including singers, dancers, and Drag Queens. Music genres range from Mariachi, Ranchera, Cumbia, Salsa, to Mexican Folk music.

Los Amigos

Look for the giant rainbow flag (and I do mean GIANT) adorning the front of this bar, located across the street from the old Senor Frogs in Zona Romantica.