Where you’ll sleep
Space to Gather. Room to Recharge
Perched on a lush hillside overlooking the Pacific, Villa Catalina is a private estate designed for gathering without giving up personal space. Five king suites with private en suite bathrooms, expansive outdoor living areas, a resort-style pool, and panoramic ocean views create an ideal setting for family vacations, couples traveling together, wellness retreats, and milestone celebrations—all just minutes from the beach and the heart of San Pancho.
About this property
Villa Catalina offers the privacy of a secluded tropical estate while keeping the beaches, restaurants, and charm of San Pancho just a short drive away.
Designed around indoor-outdoor living, the villa opens to expansive terraces where mornings begin with coffee overlooking the Pacific and evenings end gathered around the table as the sun sets over the coastline. The resort-style pool sits at the center of the property, surrounded by tropical gardens, lounge seating, and multiple spaces to relax throughout the day. Whether your group wants to spend the afternoon together by the pool or spread out with a book and a quiet view, there's room for both.
Inside, the fully equipped kitchen makes everything from casual breakfasts to chef-prepared dinners easy, while the indoor and outdoor dining areas naturally become gathering places at the beginning and end of each day.
Each of the five bedrooms features a king bed and a private en suite bathroom, giving every couple or guest their own comfortable retreat. Air conditioning in every bedroom ensures restful nights, while ceiling fans and ocean breezes keep the shared living spaces comfortable throughout the day.
The villa also includes a private fitness area, with weights and a treadmill, for guests who want to stay active during their stay.
Villa Catalina isn't about filling every hour with activities. It's a place to linger over breakfast, spend afternoons by the pool, gather for dinner as the sun sets over the Pacific, and enjoy the rare luxury of having enough space for everyone to be together—and enough privacy for everyone to recharge.
The area
Villa Catalina is located on a peaceful hillside above San Pancho, one of Riviera Nayarit's most beloved beach towns. The elevated setting offers privacy, cooling ocean breezes, and sweeping views of the Pacific while remaining just minutes from town.
San Pancho is known for its welcoming atmosphere, excellent restaurants, boutique shops, local galleries, and beautiful beach. Spend your days surfing, paddleboarding, horseback riding, whale watching during the winter months, or simply relaxing on the sand before returning to the quiet of the villa.
Unlike homes located in the center of town, Villa Catalina offers a more peaceful setting where the sounds of nature replace the activity of downtown, making it easy to unwind while still staying close to everything that makes San Pancho special.
Villa Catalina is approximately a 45 to 60-minute drive from Puerto Vallarta International Airport (PVR), depending on traffic.
Because the villa is located on a hillside above town, we recommend having transportation during your stay. Guests commonly choose a rental car, golf cart, motorcycle, taxi, or private driver to explore San Pancho and the surrounding Riviera Nayarit.
Before your arrival, you'll receive your digital Boarding Pass, which includes our Transportation Guidebook with recommendations for airport transfers, rental cars, golf cart rentals, motorcycle rentals, and other local transportation options to help make planning your trip simple.
Notes from your host
• Villa Catalina is located on a hillside, providing beautiful views, privacy, and cooling ocean breezes. Because of the elevation, transportation is recommended for most guests.
• The villa features open-air living spaces that embrace the tropical climate. You may occasionally encounter local wildlife such as geckos, tropical birds, or insects, which are a natural part of the environment.
• Our team provides a digital Boarding Pass before arrival with check-in instructions, transportation recommendations, local dining favorites, activity suggestions, and everything you need to make the most of your stay.
We believe the best vacations are effortless. You'll enjoy private, self-guided check-in and exclusive access to the property, allowing you to settle in and enjoy your stay at your own pace.
Our local team is always just a message or phone call away should you need assistance before or during your stay. Whether you have a question, need a recommendation, or encounter an unexpected issue, we're committed to responding quickly so you can get back to enjoying your vacation.
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Managed by Arrival Getaways

Costa Mesa, California
484 reviews
Arrival Getaways is a vacation rental company curating standout stays along the Pacific coast — from Newport Beach to the Oregon shoreline to Sayulita and San Pancho in Mexico. Employee-owned and locally operated in every market they serve, they pair distinctive properties with the kind of hands-on hospitality you'd expect from someone who actually lives down the street.







