Casa Cúpula Luxury

Our second visit to Puerto Vallarta and a stay at Casa Cupula. We stayed in the Oaxaca Suite and (pro tip to those who are or have a partner who is a birder), the bird watching from the expansive balcony is superb. Thirty-plus species a day on the poolside Bursera trees, with parakeets and orioles among the regulars, and a Colima pygmy owl and black-headed grosbeaks among the specials. Don't let Casa Cupula's caution to guests that the room's balcony overlooks the hotel's clothing optional pool club and hence might be a bit noisy for some guests put you off -- the pool club opens at noon and closes down at 7 pm weekdays and 8 pm on weekends. We weren't disturbed at all. After a few days away visiting nearby San Pancho and Boca de Tomatlan, we returned and stayed in the Bella Vista Suite. The bird watching is not quite as as good as the Oaxaca Suite, but the large suite itself was beautiful and the size of a small house. The view from the very large balcony was excellent. Breakfast choices were good and the staff were generally attentive. The reception staff and concierge were excellent. Fellow guests were friendly, fun, and attitude-free. The hotel has its own car and driver for hire which is a plus. Overall, the best place for gay singles and couples to stay in Puerto Vallarta.