Barcelo La Jolla de Mismaloya is a luxury all-suites all-inclusive resort located on a magnificent stretch of beach, about 15 minutes from downtown Puerto Vallarta, and 45 minutes from the airport. The resort enjoys a 1,600 yard-long beach, located on a gorgeous bay in front of the often-photographed arches. This is the beach where Night of the Iguana was filmed, starring Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton.

The property features four swimming pools with waterfalls, Jacuzzis, children's slides, fitness center, watersports, pool volleyball, tennis court, a spa, and ample activities for both adults and children such as scuba diving, mountain biking and horseback riding. Amenities include concierge, kids club, medical service, nannies, internet, car rental, and a shopping area. Dining options include 5 restaurants and 3 bars, offering international, continental and Mexican cuisine.

The all-inclusive plan includes breakfast, lunch and dinner at El Patio Restaurant, a la carte dinners at Los Arcos steak and seafood restaurant and Don Quijote Spanish restaurant (reservations required and dress code applies), lunch and snacks at the Snack Bar, domestic beverages, twice weekly buffet dinner show, mini bar, nightly entertainment, gym, kids club, activities, and all taxes and tips.

A total of 317 spacious suites with private terrace are divided in two towers facing the beach, each with air-conditioning, two-line phones with modem access, safes, satellite TVs and mini-bars. Deluxe Suites are located on floors 1 to 5 and have views of the pool and gardens, while Premium Suites are located on floors 6 to 9 and have views of the ocean.

Note: There is no shuttle service into Puerto Vallarta. Taxi service is available. Rates are based on double occupancy. Charges for extra adults may apply and will be due directly to the hotel.