Aparthotel

Refugio del Mar

3.5 star property
Bayfront aparthotel with 3 outdoor pools, near Bay of Banderas

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3 outdoor pools, open 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Apartment | Outdoor dining
Apartment | Private kitchen | Microwave, coffee/tea maker, highchair, cookware/dishes/utensils
Apartment | Interior
Apartment | Living area | 55-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels, TV, books
Located near Bay of Banderas, Refugio del Mar offers a rejuvenated retreat with modern comforts. Savor a cooked-to-order breakfast, unwind at the rooftop terrace or garden, and enjoy one of three outdoor pools. With high-speed WiFi and helpful staff on hand to assist with concierge services or luggage storage.
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Separate bedrooms
  • Parking available
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (12)

  • 21 apartments
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurant
  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Breakfast available
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach towels
  • Room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Airport pick-up service

Feel at home (6)

  • Kitchen
  • Separate bedroom
  • Separate dining area
  • Premium TV channels
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping

Room options

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Room Luxury

  • 688 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4

Family Room -6 guests- Luxury

  • 1334 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4

Family Room -8 guests- Premium

  • 2055 sq ft
  • Sleeps 8

Room Deluxe

  • 968 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2

Family Room -6 guests- Deluxe

  • 1431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6

Apartment

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
  • 2056 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 King Beds and 2 Double Sofa Beds

Apartment

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Washer/dryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Apartment

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
  • 129 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite

Highlights

Separate dining area
Private pool
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Flat-screen TV
Washer/dryer
Clothes dryer
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Apartment

Highlights

Separate dining area
Private pool
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Washer/dryer
Clothes dryer
  • 398 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Apartment

Highlights

Separate dining area
Private pool
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
  • 474 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Apartment

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Washer/dryer
Clothes dryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Apartment

Highlights

Separate dining area
Private pool
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Apartment

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Apartment

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Washer/dryer
Clothes dryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Apartment

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Washer/dryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Apartment

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Apartment

Highlights

Separate dining area
Private pool
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Apartment

Highlights

Separate dining area
Private pool
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Apartment

Highlights

Separate dining area
Private pool
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Washer/dryer
Clothes dryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Apartment

Highlights

Separate dining area
Private pool
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Washer/dryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Apartment

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Washer/dryer
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Apartment

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Apartment

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Washer/dryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Apartment

Highlights

Separate dining area
Private pool
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Flat-screen TV
Washer/dryer
Renovated in 2020
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

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Benito Juárez #51, Esq Francisco I Madero, Col. Dorada, Bucerías, NAY, 63732

What's nearby

  • Art Walk Bucerias - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Playa Bucerías - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • El Tigre Golf at Paradise Village - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Los Arroyos Verdes - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Nuevo Vallarta Beach - 14 min drive - 7.3 km

Getting around

  • Licenciado Gustavo Diaz Ordaz Intl. Airport (PVR) - 22 min drive
  • Airport pick-up service

Restaurants

  • ‪Karens Place - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Mikoh's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Cervecería Buclas - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪La Dolce Vita - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Mr Cream Pancakes & Waffles - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Refugio del Mar

Refugio del Mar features a rooftop terrace and puts you just steps from Bay of Banderas. After splashing around at one of the 3 outdoor pools, guests can grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe. Apartments feature conveniences like kitchens, along with flat-screen TVs and room service. The helpful staff and overall property condition get great marks from fellow travelers.

At a glance

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Property size

    • 21 apartments
    • Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon
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Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
PETS

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
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Parking

    • Onsite parking limited
    • Free offsite parking within 33 ft
    • Street parking available
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Transfers

    • Airport pickup on request (available 24 hours)*
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas

Pool/Spa

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Sun loungers
  • Umbrellas

Internet

  • Free WiFi, with speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)

Parking and transportation

  • Limited onsite parking
  • Free offsite parking within 33 ft
  • Street parking available
  • 24-hour pick-up airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Airport shuttle on request
  • Car not required

Family friendly

  • Highchair

Kitchen

  • Microwave
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee daily 8:30 AM–noon: USD 9 for adults and USD 4 for children
  • 1 restaurant and 1 coffee shop/cafe
  • Couples dining
  • Room service available

Bedrooms

  • Premium bedding
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • Shower
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper
  • Shampoo
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap

Living spaces

  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • 55-inch flat-screen TV with satellite service
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Rooftop terrace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Near laundromat

Work spaces

  • Coworking space

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No elevators
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (with limits)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Safe
  • Multilingual staff
  • Local maps
  • Electrical adapters/chargers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • On the bay
  • In the shopping district
  • In the entertainment district
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Ecotours nearby
  • Ziplining nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Skydiving nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Security system

General

  • 21 rooms
  • 3 floors
  • 3 buildings
  • Built in 2016
  • Traditional architecture

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 9 for adults and USD 4 for children
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 65 per vehicle. Maximum occupancy 6

Children & extra beds

  • Airport shuttle service for children up to age 18 costs USD 65

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
This property does not have elevators.
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip.
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
This property is professionally cleaned.

Also known as

Refugio Mar Aparthotel Bucerias
Refugio Mar Aparthotel
Refugio Mar Bucerias
Refugio Mar
Refugio del Mar Bucerías
Refugio del Mar Aparthotel
Refugio del Mar Aparthotel Bucerías

Frequently asked questions

Is there a pool at Refugio del Mar?

Yes, there are 3 outdoor pools. Guests have pool access from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at Refugio del Mar?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Refugio del Mar?

Yes. Parking spots may be limited.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Refugio del Mar?

Yes, a shuttle from the airport to the hotel is available. The charge is USD 65 per vehicle.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Refugio del Mar?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is noon.

What is there to do at Refugio del Mar and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like hiking, skydiving, and ziplining. Additional recreation nearby includes casino gaming and ecotours. Enjoy a swim in one of the 3 outdoor swimming pools or use the aparthotel's other amenities, which include a picnic area and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Refugio del Mar?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

Does Refugio del Mar have a kitchen or kitchenette?

Yes, there is a kitchen which also includes a coffee maker, cookware, and a microwave.

What's the area around Refugio del Mar like?

Refugio del Mar is a short 2-minute walk from Bay of Banderas and 6 minutes' walk from Playa Bucerías.

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Reviews

Refugio del Mar Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

10

Location

10

Staff & service

8.8

Eco-friendliness

9.8

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • The property is conveniently located close to beautiful beaches with easy access to beach chairs, umbrellas, and bicycles. (11 reviews)
  • The property has great restaurants nearby and the on-site restaurant serves good food and coffee at competitive prices. (6 reviews)
  • The pools were clean, well-maintained, and offered nice privacy with each building having its own pool. (7 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Always a wonderful stay!
jesse, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent location
Penny, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Hot water wasn’t hot enough to shave. Had to heat water in the microwave to shave
Daniel, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

We have already booked a return trip staying at the Refugio del mar
Roswold, 8-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful and central to everything. It was a very comfortable stay. We will definitely stay there in the future.
Saray, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Property is a beautiful clean place and local shops are nearby. The beach is just walking distance. Amazing staff.
Mayra Jasmin, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful small complex. Close to restaurants and the beach. Loved the feel of this property. Staff were accommodating and amazing.
Tracey, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great location near the beach, restaurants and convenience stores. We had a studio that opened onto the shared pool, which was nice to have in June heat. Housekeeping staff did an excellent job. The only minor issues were a couple of wooden doors, one in the bathroom that kept swinging in the way and the other the door into the studio that didn’t seem to close securely. Checking in was a little confusing as there are three different buildings, but staff were helpful in guiding us down the street to our entrance.
Clare, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location

This was our second time at this location. We loved it last year and it did not disappoint this year. Everyone was helpful, friendly, and knowledgeable about the area. We had a great time.
Pamela A, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very secure and safe buildings, very organized and helpful staff. We had a great time at our stay. While the pool's aren't anything extravagant, they are nice, well taken care of and offer nice privacy. Each building has its own pool as well so they're never busy. We would definitely stay here again, the staff went above and beyond to help us enjoy our stay in bucerias. Great place to stay
Brad, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Comfortable, quiet, close to beach and good dining options. Outstanding staff. Bottom units can be a little dark, not a lot of natural sunlight...but we did not spend much time in the room other than sleeping.
William Joseph, 7-night trip

8/10 Very good

First time visit

First time visiting Bucerias. Our stay was pleasant ant Casa Damian. All of their staff were attentive and kind. Various restaurants to choose from. Although we were told we would receive a 10% discount at Cafe de Bucerias, 5% was given. Beach is at a walking distance. We enjoyed watching the many iguanas that were lounging on a tree across the street from our room. Pool water was very warm.
Linda, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The Rufugio del Mar was a beautiful property. We stayed in building 2 which only had 7 units. They all had their own kitchen and bedroom/s. The staff were super friendly and the pool and gardens were immaculate. I would recommend staying on the second floor if possible as the lower units can be a little dark and do absorb a bit of noise from the above units. The location is 2 blocks from the beach and the property includes free beach chairs and umbrellas. They also provide free top of the line bikes. It wasn’t very busy when we were there so everything was readily available. Jorge, the owner is attentive and super helpful. We had an amazing stay.
Carla, 8-night trip

8/10 Very good

The place is a small exquisite place that I really liked. Beach and eateries were close. Because I was injured and couldn’t walk upstairs I was very disappointed that the elevators were not working because I couldn’t enjoy my time the family on the roof jacuzzi or pool :( Also, the place came equipped with plates, cups, utensils etc but were not supplied with soap/sponge to wash dishes or napkins. Some complimentary coffee/tea would have been much appreciated. Other than this, we enjoyed our time in this beautiful place.
Verenice, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great experience!

Great room, very clean, and the front office was very pleasant and helpful. The proximity to some fine restaurants and the beach could not be beat!
Gordon, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Our stay was amazing would definitely stay here again
Kristi, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very friendly staff, great spacious apartment with lots of amenities and great location.
Philip, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

Beautiful property! The pool area was like a secret garden and the rooms were clean, spacious, and comfortable. My only complaints were that our room was located across the street from a restaurant that was loud at night and that we were unable to relax at the pool for half of our stay since other guests reserved the lounge chairs for the whole day.
Elaine, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The 2 bedroom apartment we stayed at for 5 days was spacious with a big kitchen, fully equipped with a microwave, oven, coffee maker, dishes. It also had 2 large terraces for lounging and entertaining and a huge king sized bed in each bedroom with its own full shower and a washer/dryer. Everything you could ask for plus a living room and kitchen table. We loved it. We stayed at "Casa Mini"
Robin, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We loved the property! It was quiet, clean, luxurious and close to everything! The pool was very nice and the bed was so comfortable...I could go on! Amazing place! We will return!
Candice, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We loved the area it was in and the room was really comfy. There was water provided for us and the shower was amazing!
Michelle, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This was a pleasant stay at Refugio Del Mar, from staff, friends and area close to everything we needed. Thank you and would definitely stay here again. Loved our stay❤️
Joan, 9-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Es muy tranquila, las instalaciones están muy bien cuidadas, el personal es muy amable. Un lugar muy agradable en toda la estancia
Paul, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely place to stay
Ernest, 8-night trip

6/10 Good

poor communication

After leaving we were told Jorge would send an email. 4 days - 8 emails, 3 chats, 2 FB messages, 8 phone callsand no response. BAD communication!!!!! no response to multiple attempts over various platforms. Good location, nice rooms. they have beach chairs, beach umbrellas and bikes. Refugio has great restaurants around -
4-night trip