Gay Bars in Puerto Vallarta’s Zona Romantica

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Puerto Vallarta has become one of the most celebrated LGBTQ destinations in the world, thanks largely to its vibrant nightlife centered around the Zona Romántica. Within just a few walkable blocks, visitors can explore dozens of gay bars, dance clubs, cocktail lounges, and beach venues that welcome LGBTQ travelers year-round.

Many of the city’s best nightlife venues are locally owned and operated, creating a welcoming environment where locals, expats, and international visitors mingle easily. From rooftop cocktail lounges and piano bars to leather bars, karaoke lounges, and late-night dance clubs, there is truly something for everyone in Puerto Vallarta’s LGBTQ nightlife scene.

Below is one of the most comprehensive alphabetical guides to LGBTQ bars in Puerto Vallarta.


Zona Romántica — Puerto Vallarta (Alphabetical)

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Anónimo Video Bar

Address: Rodolfo Gómez 157
Description: Multi-level LGBTQ video bar featuring music videos, karaoke nights, and a rooftop terrace popular with locals.
Website: https://anonimopv.com


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Apaches Martini & Cocktail Bar

Address: Olas Altas 439
Description: A long-running gay martini bar known for strong cocktails and sidewalk seating along Olas Altas.
Website: https://www.facebook.com/apachespv


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Banana Factory

Address: Lázaro Cárdenas 341
Description: LGBTQ bar and entertainment venue featuring themed events and community gatherings.
Website: https://www.instagram.com/bananafactorypv


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Bar Frida y Restaurante

Address: Francisco I. Madero 418
Description: Mexican cantina-style LGBTQ bar serving food and drinks throughout the day in a relaxed neighborhood setting.
Website: https://barfridapv.com


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Blondies PV Loft & Slushbar

Address: Púlpito 115
Description: Popular open-air cocktail bar famous for frozen drinks and a lively beach-adjacent atmosphere.
Website: https://blondiespv.com


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BOYS PV Cruising Bar

Address: Ignacio L. Vallarta 264
Description: A new nightlife venue combining a traditional bar with a men-only cruising area and industrial-style club design.
Website: https://www.instagram.com/boyspv


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CC Slaughters Puerto Vallarta

Address: Lázaro Cárdenas 254
Description: Large dance club complex with drag shows, DJs, and a front lounge bar.
Website: https://www.facebook.com/CCSlaughtersPuertoVallarta


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Diablitos Cantina

Address: Basilio Badillo (near STUDS)
Description: Bear-community-focused cocktail bar known for creative drinks and a relaxed social environment.
Website: https://www.instagram.com/diablitoscantina


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Divas Bar

Address: Francisco I. Madero 388
Description: Small neighborhood LGBTQ bar known for casual drinks and friendly regulars.
Website: https://www.facebook.com/divasbarvallarta


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Elixir Mixology Bar

Address: Basilio Badillo
Description: LGBTQ-owned cocktail lounge known for craft mixology and a welcoming environment for women and queer guests.
Website: https://www.instagram.com/elixirmixologypv


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Industry Nightclub

Address: Lázaro Cárdenas 258
Description: Large high-energy nightclub hosting international DJs and major circuit events.
Website: https://industryclubpv.com


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Jorge’s Bar

Address: Insurgentes 285, Plaza Romy
Description: Cozy neighborhood gay bar popular with locals and longtime visitors.

Website: https://www.facebook.com/JorgesBarPV


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La Catrina Cantina Staff (not all were present for this photo made in Feb. 2023). Photo by Oscar Almeida.

La Catrina Cantina

Address: Lázaro Cárdenas 315
Description: Festive cantina blending Mexican décor with LGBTQ nightlife energy.
Website: https://www.facebook.com/lacatrinacantinapv


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La Chachalaca Bar

Address: Basilio Badillo 418
Description: Small local LGBTQ bar known for relaxed vibes and friendly service.
Website: https://www.facebook.com/lachachalacabar


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La Cantia Margarita Bar

Address: Basilio Badillo 329
Description: Casual open-air cocktail bar with sidewalk seating popular for pre-club drinks.
Website: https://www.facebook.com/lamargaritabar


La Noche Bar and Nightclub

La Noche

Address: Lázaro Cárdenas 267
Description: Multi-level LGBTQ nightclub with drag shows and a rooftop garden bar.
Website: https://lanochepv.com


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Lalo’s Bar

Address: Lázaro Cárdenas 279-D
Description: Small air-conditioned neighborhood bar located among the main nightclub strip.

Website: https://www.facebook.com/lalospv


Los Otros Blondies

Los Otros Blondies

Address: Basilio Badillo 258
Description: Sister venue to Blondies featuring cocktails, music, and sidewalk socializing.
Website: https://blondiespv.com


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Mr. Flamingo

Address: Lázaro Cárdenas & Ignacio L. Vallarta
Description: High-energy open-air dance bar where the party often spills onto the street.
Website: https://www.instagram.com/mrflamingopv


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One Six One

Address: Zona Romántica
Description: Stylish LGBTQ lounge with craft cocktails, DJ music, and a rooftop patio.
Website: https://www.facebook.com/onesixonepv


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Paco’s Ranch

Address: Ignacio L. Vallarta 237
Description: One of the most iconic LGBTQ clubs in Puerto Vallarta featuring nightly drag shows and packed dance floors.
Website: https://www.facebook.com/pacosranch


Playroom Café

Playroom PV

Address: Lázaro Cárdenas 315-G
Description: Sex-positive social venue combining bar space with private areas for adults.

Website: https://playroompv.com


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Reinas Bar

Address: Lázaro Cárdenas 361
Description: Playful neighborhood LGBTQ bar known for costumes, wigs, and social events.
Website: https://www.facebook.com/reinasbarpv


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Sanctuary PV

Address: Venustiano Carranza 268
Description: Neighborhood LGBTQ bar that replaced the longtime Los Amigos location.
Website: https://www.instagram.com/sanctuarypv


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STUDS Bear & Leather Bar

Address: Basilio Badillo 283
Description: Dedicated bear and leather bar with DJs, themed events, and men-only spaces.
Website: https://studspv.com


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The Corner Bar

Address: Basilio Badillo & Insurgentes
Description: Cocktail lounge known for martinis and comfortable seating beneath the Act2PV theater complex.
Website: https://thecornerbarpv.com


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The Social Club PV

Address: Lázaro Cárdenas 379
Description: Lounge-style venue focused on conversation and social gatherings.
Website: https://thesocialclubpv.com


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The Top Sky Bar

Address: Amapas 380 (Almar Resort)
Description: Rooftop LGBTQ lounge overlooking Los Muertos Beach with DJs and sunset events.
Website: https://thetopskybar.com


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Tunnel Bar

Address: Basilio Badillo 447
Description: Friendly neighborhood bar popular with locals and visitors for cocktails and music.
Website: https://www.facebook.com/tunnelbarpv


Wet Dreams Strip Club

Address: Zona Romántica nightlife district
Description: Adult entertainment venue featuring male dancers and late-night shows.
Website: https://www.facebook.com/wetdreamspv

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