Luxury villas in Punta Mita

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Luxury Villas in Punta Mita, Mexico

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A gated Pacific peninsula of golf, surf and Riviera Nayarit calm

Punta Mita is an exclusive gated peninsula on Mexico's Riviera Nayarit, wrapped by Pacific beaches, two Jack Nicklaus golf courses and warm Banderas Bay waters. A private villa here means resort-grade service with total seclusion: infinity pools above the ocean, dedicated staff and easy access to championship golf, surf breaks and the region's whale-watching bay.

Updated October 2026

  • A private, gated peninsula with 24-hour security and resort amenities
  • Two Jack Nicklaus Signature golf courses, including the famous ocean hole
  • Warm, swimmable Banderas Bay beaches and reliable Pacific surf
  • Humpback whale watching offshore from December to March
  • Villas with infinity pools, ocean views and dedicated staff
Known forGated luxury, Jack Nicklaus golf, Pacific surf, whale watching and Banderas Bay beaches
Best time to visitNovember to April for dry, sunny weather; December to March for whale watching
Nearest airportPuerto Vallarta (PVR), about 45 minutes by road
Ideal forGolfers, families, couples and groups wanting a secure, resort-style retreat

Villas in Punta Mita

Punta de Mita (Corral del Risco)Cruz de HuanacaxtleCorral del Risco
79homes available
1–7bedrooms
up to 18guests
47with a pool

What's on in Punta Mita

  1. Early November

    Dia de los Muertos

    The Day of the Dead brings marigold altars, processions and celebrations to the towns of the Riviera Nayarit and nearby Puerto Vallarta, a moving cultural highlight.

  2. December to March

    Humpback whale season

    Humpback whales migrate into Banderas Bay to breed, and boat trips from the peninsula offer close, reliable sightings of breaching and tail-slapping whales.

  3. Spring

    Punta Mita Gourmet and Golf

    A signature weekend pairing guest-chef dinners and wine with golf on the peninsula's Nicklaus courses, one of the community's marquee annual events.

  4. Winter

    Festival Sayulita

    The nearby surf town hosts a lively festival of film, music and food, an easy add-on to a Punta Mita stay and a taste of the Riviera Nayarit's bohemian side.

Punta Mita through the seasons

  1. Winter (December – March)

    Whales in the bay, dry-season perfection

    Humpbacks breach within sight of villa terraces and every day is dry, warm and golden. This is peak season on the peninsula, so book well ahead.

  2. Spring (April – May)

    Warm seas and uncrowded fairways

    Water temperatures climb, the crowds ease after Easter and the Pacífico and Bahía courses are at their most pleasant. A sweet spot for golfers and families alike.

  3. Summer (June – September)

    Green-season surf and dramatic sunsets

    Afternoon rains turn the Sierra lush while mornings stay sunny, and the surf breaks around the point come alive. Villas offer notable value in these quieter months.

  4. Autumn (October – November)

    The freshest, greenest weeks

    The landscape is at its most vivid as the rains taper and the dry season begins. Fishing is superb and the peninsula feels blissfully private before winter.

All 79 villas in Punta Mita

Every home in Punta Mita that can be booked with Smiling House, as a plain list.

Smiling House also offers a concierge for private chefs, transfers, ski instructors, yachts and cars, a VIP Club with first access to new residences and member rates, chalets for sale in the Gstaad region through its real estate division and instantly bookable homes with live availability.

The Area and Where to Stay

Punta Mita sits at the northern tip of Banderas Bay, a gated community of villa estates and branded resorts on a rocky, beach-fringed peninsula. Villas cluster in enclaves near the golf courses and along the shoreline, most with infinity pools, ocean views and staff. Beyond the gates, the bohemian surf town of Sayulita and the beaches of the Riviera Nayarit are a short drive away. Our collection focuses on private-pool residences inside the community, supported by a concierge for golf, dining and excursions.

Things to Do

Golf is central, with two Jack Nicklaus Signature courses including the celebrated optional island green reached by amphibious cart. The bay's warm waters are made for surfing, paddleboarding, snorkelling and boat trips to the Marietas Islands. In winter, humpback whales gather offshore for some of Mexico's best whale watching. Nearby Sayulita adds galleries, taco stands and a laid-back surf scene, and the concierge can arrange charters, tee times, spa days and tours.

Food and Local Flavour

Dining spans polished resort restaurants, beachfront palapas and the taquerias and seafood shacks of the Riviera Nayarit. Expect just-landed fish, ceviche, fresh tropical fruit and refined Mexican cooking alongside international menus. A private chef is a popular choice for enjoying regional flavours by your villa's pool, and the concierge can arrange beach dinners, tastings and reservations in Sayulita and San Pancho.

When to Visit

The dry season, roughly November to April, brings warm, sunny days and calm seas, and is the prime window for golf and beach time. December to March overlaps with humpback whale season in the bay. The summer and early autumn months are hotter and more humid with occasional rain, but greener and quieter. A gated villa with a private pool keeps every season comfortable and secure.

Getting There

The gateway is Puerto Vallarta International Airport (PVR), about 45 minutes away by road, with direct flights from across North America. Private transfers to the gated community are easily arranged, and a hire car is useful for trips to Sayulita and the wider Riviera Nayarit. The concierge can organise airport transfers, drivers and boat charters.

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