Riviera Nayarit
La Cruz de Huanacaxtle Villa Rentals
A fishing-village-turned-marina town on Bahía de Banderas, about 30 minutes from Puerto Vallarta.
Where La Cruz de Huanacaxtle Fits on Bahía de Banderas
La Cruz de Huanacaxtle sits roughly midway up Bahía de Banderas between Bucerías and Punta Mita, about 30-35 minutes from Puerto Vallarta International Airport (PVR). It grew up as a fishing village and still has that quieter, more local character, built around a working marina rather than a hotel strip.
What La Cruz de Huanacaxtle Is Known For
The town is best known for its marina, a well-loved Friday market, live music at local restaurants, fresh seafood, and easy access to whale watching tours during the winter season. MAR Collection's properties here are all in the Zantamar complex, a gated development with a resort-style pool and ocean views, a short walk from the marina and town center.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is La Cruz de Huanacaxtle from Puerto Vallarta?
La Cruz de Huanacaxtle is about 30-35 minutes by car from Puerto Vallarta International Airport (PVR), roughly midway up Bahía de Banderas between Bucerías and Punta Mita.
What is the Zantamar complex?
Zantamar is a gated residential complex in La Cruz de Huanacaxtle with a resort-style pool and gardens. MAR Collection manages several ocean-view studios and two-bedroom units there, all within walking distance of the marina.
Is La Cruz de Huanacaxtle good for whale watching?
Yes. Bahía de Banderas is one of Mexico's best-known humpback whale watching areas during the winter season (roughly December through March), and tours commonly depart from La Cruz de Huanacaxtle's marina.
Comparing areas? See our guide to where to stay near Puerto Vallarta or browse Bucerías and Punta Mita villas.
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La Cruz de Huanacaxtle Villas & Properties
La Cruz de HuanacaxtleZantamar 205B
Spacious 2-bedroom ocean-view residence in the exclusive Zantamar complex — 1 king, 2 queens, pull-out sofa, up to 6 guests.
La Cruz de HuanacaxtleZantamar 303D
Ocean-view studio at Zantamar in La Cruz de Huanacaxtle — king bed, bunk bed, 2 baths, up to 4 guests. Resort pool included.
La Cruz de HuanacaxtleZantamar 304D
Ocean-view studio at Zantamar in La Cruz de Huanacaxtle — king bed, bunk bed, 2 baths, up to 4 guests. Resort pool included.
La Cruz de HuanacaxtleZantamar 305D
Spacious 2-bedroom ocean-view residence at Zantamar — 1 king, 2 queens, pull-out sofa, up to 8 guests in La Cruz de Huanacaxtle.
La Cruz de HuanacaxtleZantamar 306D
Ocean-view studio at Zantamar in La Cruz de Huanacaxtle — king bed, bunk bed, 2 baths, up to 4 guests. Resort pool included.
La Cruz de HuanacaxtleNEWZantamar 403D
Ocean-view studio at Zantamar in La Cruz de Huanacaxtle — fourth floor, king bed, bunk bed, 2 baths, up to 4 guests. Resort pool included.
La Cruz de HuanacaxtleZantamar TH7
The crown of Zantamar — beachfront townhouse right on the sand with a private pool, 2 bedrooms, and Banderas Bay at your feet.
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