Hacienda las Animas

Stayed here 3 days in February 2012 and couldn't be more pleased. Like staying with your favorite in-laws in their country hillside home because it is actually the hosts, Ted and Brischa's, personally designed hideaway in the jungle above Old Town Vallarta. Their graciousness, helpfulness and friendliness as hosts is superb and the poolside terrace breakfasts overlooking Vallarta and the Pacific Ocean in the distance were fantastic. Give yourself a special treat and check this place out -- very convenient to downtown Vallarta, but you are in a true Mexican neighborhood set back in the jungle. I will return again and again and I live only 5 hours away on Lake Chapala. My "go to" place in PV.

There were 4 of us in two separate rooms, and we unanimously voted this stay the very best experience ever! Ted & Brischa were wonderful hosts; treated us like family, were welcoming and kind. We were welcomed with delicious chips and guacamole and the daily breakfasts on the veranda were divine. They're home is exquisite and tasteful, yet very comfy. We are animal lovers, so we were in heaven with all the kitties and dogs. We will go back as often as possible. They charge way TOO LITTLE but let's keep that quiet. Ted & Brischa: We love you! - Marg, Ben, Tony, Lucia