Trade your stress for sunsets and
worries for waves.
Amapas
Amapas is where Puerto Vallarta starts climbing, and that elevation changes everything.
The neighborhood sits just above and south of the Romantic Zone, which means you can be close to restaurants, nightlife and Los Muertos Beach while feeling much more removed from the activity below.
The reward is the view.
Amapas is known for hillside condos, terraces, jungle surroundings and some of the most dramatic bay views in town.
It can feel peaceful, private and surprisingly close to everything at the same time.
The catch is the hill.
A property may look only a few blocks from the Romantic Zone on a map, but those few blocks can feel very different when you are walking uphill in the heat.
WHO TENDS TO LOVE IT
People who want ocean views, a quieter setting and easy access to the Romantic Zone without living directly in the middle of it.
WHAT TO THINK ABOUT
Elevation, stairs, road access, parking, transportation, building access and how realistic the walk actually is.
In Amapas, the exact building matters more than the neighborhood name alone.
Also you need to check the condo location vs Sunday Brunch - it can get loud.
Don't worry, I'll guide you.
WHAT DOES IT COST TO LIVE HERE?
Amapas covers a wide range of properties, from older hillside condos to newer luxury buildings with pools, gyms and expansive terraces.
Long-term furnished rentals often price above more residential neighborhoods, especially when the property has a strong ocean view or newer amenities.
The biggest pricing factors are usually view, elevation, building quality, size and how easily the property connects to the Romantic Zone below.
If you love the energy of the Romantic Zone but want to come home to something quieter, greener and more scenic, Amapas can be one of the best balances in Puerto Vallarta.