Studio Ávila’s guidebook

Studio Ávila
Studio Ávila
Studio Ávila’s guidebook

Food scene

Studio Ávila is located with a few minutes walking distance, so a close and reliable place to eat, especially for comfort food such as steak and chicken fried chicken.
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Outback Steakhouse
4690 Blvd. Francisco Medina Ascencio
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Studio Ávila is located with a few minutes walking distance, so a close and reliable place to eat, especially for comfort food such as steak and chicken fried chicken.
A high end steak house with a great variety of steak choices, and close to the La Isla Shopping Village
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Argentina Steak House
2468 Av. Francisco Medina Ascencio
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A high end steak house with a great variety of steak choices, and close to the La Isla Shopping Village
You will need to take an Uber or Taxi from Studio Ávila, but it's totally worth it! The kitchen specializes in Mexican favorites such as chilaquiles, and the servings are a great size too.
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Fredys Tucan Fluvial
250 Av Los Tules
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You will need to take an Uber or Taxi from Studio Ávila, but it's totally worth it! The kitchen specializes in Mexican favorites such as chilaquiles, and the servings are a great size too.
Another local favorite but with a difference, La Leche is restaurant decked out in all white.
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La Leche
Boulevard Francisco Medina Ascencio
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Another local favorite but with a difference, La Leche is restaurant decked out in all white.
These tacos are some of the best in Vallarta, and close enough to Studio Ávila that you could walk. The specialty are the tacos al pastor, marinated pork tacos with a slice of pineapple, onion and cilantro.
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Taquitos Roque
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These tacos are some of the best in Vallarta, and close enough to Studio Ávila that you could walk. The specialty are the tacos al pastor, marinated pork tacos with a slice of pineapple, onion and cilantro.
Los Muertos Brewing have two locations, one in the downtown and the the other in a suburb close to Studio Ávila. They deliver, or you can go to the restaurants and enjoy the homemade beers and delicious wood oven pizzas.
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LOS MUERTOS BREWING PIZZERÍA
524 Av. Francisco Villa
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Los Muertos Brewing have two locations, one in the downtown and the the other in a suburb close to Studio Ávila. They deliver, or you can go to the restaurants and enjoy the homemade beers and delicious wood oven pizzas.
This famous restaurant is not to be missed. Located across the road from the airport, it has a long history in Puerto Vallarta. The Marlin Burritos are wonderful, but it's the Marlin Tacos that are a local favorite!
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Tacón de Marlin
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This famous restaurant is not to be missed. Located across the road from the airport, it has a long history in Puerto Vallarta. The Marlin Burritos are wonderful, but it's the Marlin Tacos that are a local favorite!
A good quality and reasonably priced Chinese Restaurant who are always consistent. Located just before entering the old town of Puerto Vallarta, Dragón Chino is a trusted option.
Dragón Chino
1978 Avenida Francisco Medina Ascencio
A good quality and reasonably priced Chinese Restaurant who are always consistent. Located just before entering the old town of Puerto Vallarta, Dragón Chino is a trusted option.
The owners are from Napels, and if you have ever tried pizza in Napels, you will know the pizza here is going to be great! You will sit al fresco, and enjoy the friendly service. We highly recommend the Melinda Pizza and the Four Cheeses Pizza. They also have a vary of homemade pastas, salads, and desserts.
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L´Angolo di Napoli
128 Morelos
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The owners are from Napels, and if you have ever tried pizza in Napels, you will know the pizza here is going to be great! You will sit al fresco, and enjoy the friendly service. We highly recommend the Melinda Pizza and the Four Cheeses Pizza. They also have a vary of homemade pastas, salads, and desserts.
Onigiri Casa Poke serve wonderful dishes with fresh ingredients. Choose a dish from the menu or create your own from the list of ingredients. Located on the other side of the highway from Studio Ávila, it's tucked away behind the OXXO and the Chedraui.
ONIGIRI CASA POKE
126 Playa de Oro
Onigiri Casa Poke serve wonderful dishes with fresh ingredients. Choose a dish from the menu or create your own from the list of ingredients. Located on the other side of the highway from Studio Ávila, it's tucked away behind the OXXO and the Chedraui.
Chefs Josue Jimenez and Mauricio Leal have created a high end dining experience worth seeing for food connoisseurs. Within walking distance from Studio Ávila, diners can choose from a 5 or 9 course meal, or a la carte.
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icu
210 Av. Francisco Medina Ascencio
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Chefs Josue Jimenez and Mauricio Leal have created a high end dining experience worth seeing for food connoisseurs. Within walking distance from Studio Ávila, diners can choose from a 5 or 9 course meal, or a la carte.

Sightseeing

La Isla shopping village has a unique feel and offers a VIP Cinema, Starbucks, H&M, Apple Store, Calvin Klein, Cuidad con el Perro, Ay Güey, and more!
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La Isla
2479 Blvd. Francisco Medina Ascencio
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La Isla shopping village has a unique feel and offers a VIP Cinema, Starbucks, H&M, Apple Store, Calvin Klein, Cuidad con el Perro, Ay Güey, and more!
A short walk from Studio Ávila, the plaza offers wonderful restaurants such as Porfirio's and Vegan Inc., as well as an Irish Pub called McCarthy's
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Peninsula Plaza Vallarta
2485 Blvd. Francisco Medina Ascencio
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A short walk from Studio Ávila, the plaza offers wonderful restaurants such as Porfirio's and Vegan Inc., as well as an Irish Pub called McCarthy's
Located next to the Walmart and Sam's, Galerias Vallarta has a cinema, Pizza Hut, Chilis, Liverpool Department Store and many more stores for shoppers to enjoy.
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Galerias Vallarta Shopping Mall
2920 Av. Francisco Medina Ascencio
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Located next to the Walmart and Sam's, Galerias Vallarta has a cinema, Pizza Hut, Chilis, Liverpool Department Store and many more stores for shoppers to enjoy.
A short Uber/Taxi ride to the board walk from Studio Ávila, the Malecon is a tourist must see. The sunsets are the main attraction, however the stores, restaurants, bars and clubs are also not to be missed. Look for the Voladores de Papantla, enjoy some of the food stalls and discover the pier at Los Muertos beach.
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Malecon Puerto Vallarta
S/N Paseo Díaz Ordaz
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A short Uber/Taxi ride to the board walk from Studio Ávila, the Malecon is a tourist must see. The sunsets are the main attraction, however the stores, restaurants, bars and clubs are also not to be missed. Look for the Voladores de Papantla, enjoy some of the food stalls and discover the pier at Los Muertos beach.
This impressive church with its large metal crown, is located just off the board walk.
Iglesia Villa de Guadalupe
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This impressive church with its large metal crown, is located just off the board walk.

Bar

A lively bar close by to Studio Ávila, Monkey Business has nights with live music or karaoke. They also specialize in cocktails, and have an extensive bar menu.
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Monkey Business Vallarta
2581 Avenida Francisco Medina Ascencio
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A lively bar close by to Studio Ávila, Monkey Business has nights with live music or karaoke. They also specialize in cocktails, and have an extensive bar menu.
Beer is the specialty here, and it's affordable. It has a relaxed vibe and a short walk from Studio Ávila too.
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Cervecería Chapultepec Puerto Vallarta
Boulevard Francisco Medina Ascencio
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Beer is the specialty here, and it's affordable. It has a relaxed vibe and a short walk from Studio Ávila too.
This sports bar is just a short walk from Studio Ávila, and offers a good variety of chicken wings, hamburgers and other bars snacks.
Hot Wings Puerto Vallarta
Avenida Francisco Medina Ascencio
This sports bar is just a short walk from Studio Ávila, and offers a good variety of chicken wings, hamburgers and other bars snacks.
This vibrant bar is a favorite for the LGBT+ community. The DJ plays classic pop, making it perfect for dancing.
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Mr. Flamingo
247 Lázaro Cárdenas
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This vibrant bar is a favorite for the LGBT+ community. The DJ plays classic pop, making it perfect for dancing.
Live rock music is what this bar specializes in, and they will play classics, both English and Spanish. It is located in the Romantic Zone, so a short Uber/Taxi to and from Studio Ávila.
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Roxy Rock House
217 Ignacio L. Vallarta
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Live rock music is what this bar specializes in, and they will play classics, both English and Spanish. It is located in the Romantic Zone, so a short Uber/Taxi to and from Studio Ávila.
This famous Cuban franchise is known for its mojitos, which are not to be missed. Enjoy the wonderful view of the bay as it is located on the board walk (malecón) and enjoy the live salsa music! And of course, if there is salsa music, you are welcome to dance! Happy hours are in the afternoon.
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La Bodeguita del Medio
858 Paseo Díaz Ordaz
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This famous Cuban franchise is known for its mojitos, which are not to be missed. Enjoy the wonderful view of the bay as it is located on the board walk (malecón) and enjoy the live salsa music! And of course, if there is salsa music, you are welcome to dance! Happy hours are in the afternoon.
This laid back piano bar is located in the Romantic Zone, so a short Uber/Taxi trip from Studio Ávila. There is live music nightly, which guests can enjoy from the superb cocktails on offer.
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Piano Bar & Jazz Garbo
142 Púlpito
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This laid back piano bar is located in the Romantic Zone, so a short Uber/Taxi trip from Studio Ávila. There is live music nightly, which guests can enjoy from the superb cocktails on offer.
A short walk from Studio Ávila, this Irish Pub has an extensive bar and snack movie. It is roomy and perfect for large groups to socialize, and guests can enjoy sports broadcasts .
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McCarthy's Irish Pub - Puerto Vallarta
2485 Blvd. Francisco Medina Ascencio
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A short walk from Studio Ávila, this Irish Pub has an extensive bar and snack movie. It is roomy and perfect for large groups to socialize, and guests can enjoy sports broadcasts .

Club

Close to Studio Ávila, La Santa is a popular club in Puerto Vallarta. You will find it in the same building complex as La Vaca Argentina and La Dulce Vita restaurants.
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La Santa
2468 Av. Francisco Medina Ascencio
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Close to Studio Ávila, La Santa is a popular club in Puerto Vallarta. You will find it in the same building complex as La Vaca Argentina and La Dulce Vita restaurants.
One of many amazing clubs located on the board walk (malecon), this clubs is vibrant and spectacular. It also has an amazing view looking onto the bay.
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Mandala Puerto Vallarta
633 Paseo Díaz Ordaz
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One of many amazing clubs located on the board walk (malecon), this clubs is vibrant and spectacular. It also has an amazing view looking onto the bay.
A popular favorite not too far away from Studio Ávila, STRANA is a club with amazing decor and atmosphere.
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Strana
2125 Blvd. Francisco Medina Ascencio
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A popular favorite not too far away from Studio Ávila, STRANA is a club with amazing decor and atmosphere.
An LGBT+ icon, this club located in the Romantic Zone, and sits between the Roxy bar and Mr.Flamingo. The drag shows are always popular, before kicking off with great music for a night of dancing.
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Paco’s Ranch
278 Ignacio L. Vallarta
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An LGBT+ icon, this club located in the Romantic Zone, and sits between the Roxy bar and Mr.Flamingo. The drag shows are always popular, before kicking off with great music for a night of dancing.

Medical Service

Hospital Joya is located just in front of Studio Ávila, in fact the balcony view looks upon it. A small but private hospital within walking distance.
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Hospital Joya Marina
2760 Blvd. Francisco Medina Ascencio
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Hospital Joya is located just in front of Studio Ávila, in fact the balcony view looks upon it. A small but private hospital within walking distance.

Things to do

Puerto Vallarta is known for its Whale Watching, as the Humpback Whales return every year during the winter months.
Bahía de Banderas
Puerto Vallarta is known for its Whale Watching, as the Humpback Whales return every year during the winter months.
Parasailing is one of many water sport activities that can be enjoyed on the bay
Bahía de Banderas
Parasailing is one of many water sport activities that can be enjoyed on the bay
Experience the local flora and wildlife, such as crocodiles and birds.
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Estero de El Salado
3544 Avenida Francisco Medina Ascencio
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Experience the local flora and wildlife, such as crocodiles and birds.
These islands can be seen from the Roof Garden at Studio Ávila, so keep an eye out. You can also visit them by taking a tour, enjoying the hidden beach, snorkeling, and wildlife.
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Marietas Islands, Hidden Beach, Tour, Snorkeling & Sightseeing
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These islands can be seen from the Roof Garden at Studio Ávila, so keep an eye out. You can also visit them by taking a tour, enjoying the hidden beach, snorkeling, and wildlife.
The views of the Sierra Madre are constantly changing, whether it be from the mountains with early morning mist, or afternoon clouds that appear to rise from within and make their way down to Puerto Vallarta, and this can be enjoyed from Studio Ávila's Roof Garden. If you are feeling adventurous, you can take a tour on an ATV and enjoy the rainforests, rivers and wildlife.
Sierra Madre
Sierra Madre
The views of the Sierra Madre are constantly changing, whether it be from the mountains with early morning mist, or afternoon clouds that appear to rise from within and make their way down to Puerto Vallarta, and this can be enjoyed from Studio Ávila's Roof Garden. If you are feeling adventurous, you can take a tour on an ATV and enjoy the rainforests, rivers and wildlife.
Located about 40 mins out of Puerto Vallarta downtown, we highly recommend these gardens. The temperature is cooler, and the gardens are gorgeous. You can swim in the river at the gardens, so make sure to bring swim wear. The restaurant has amazing views and they do great pizzas.
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Vallarta Botaniske Haver
Km 24 Carr. Costera a Barra de Navidad
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Located about 40 mins out of Puerto Vallarta downtown, we highly recommend these gardens. The temperature is cooler, and the gardens are gorgeous. You can swim in the river at the gardens, so make sure to bring swim wear. The restaurant has amazing views and they do great pizzas.

Supermarkets near Studio Ávila

Chedraui is the closest supermarket to Studio Ávila, located directly across the road. Simply walk to the highway, turn right and cross at the lights in front of the Joya Hospital. Turn left when you are across the rad and you will see it, along with other stores.
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Chedraui Puerto Vallarta
2735 Blvd. Francisco Medina Ascencio
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Chedraui is the closest supermarket to Studio Ávila, located directly across the road. Simply walk to the highway, turn right and cross at the lights in front of the Joya Hospital. Turn left when you are across the rad and you will see it, along with other stores.
A short walk from Studio Ávila, simply walk to the main road, and take a right. Keep walking until you get to the traffic lights in front of the casino and you will see Walmart and Sam's Club.
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Walmart
2900 Av. Francisco Medina Ascencio
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A short walk from Studio Ávila, simply walk to the main road, and take a right. Keep walking until you get to the traffic lights in front of the casino and you will see Walmart and Sam's Club.