First Puerto Vallarta Hotel to Join Jalisco’s Boutique Hotels Network
Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco: The Patio Azul Luxury hotel concept has become the first hotel in Puerto Vallarta to receive the distinction of being a member of the Jalisco Haciendas and Casas association.
Recognition by Jalisco Tourism Secretary
Michelle Fridman Hirsch, the Secretary of Tourism for Jalisco (SECTURJAL), highlighted that for over 25 years, the Haciendas and Casas de Jalisco association has promoted hospitality with identity and preservation of the state’s heritage.
Hotel Details
Located in the Conchas Chinas area, south of Banderas Bay, Patio Azul is described as “a historic hotel transformed into a luxury space that honors the soul of Jalisco.”
Fernando García de Llano Valenzuela, the hotel’s owner, mentioned that Patio Azul features 18 rooms, a restaurant specializing in local cuisine open to both guests and the public, a swimming pool, jacuzzi, and spa.
Haciendas y Casas de Jalisco Association
The Haciendas y Casas de Jalisco association comprises 41 affiliated hotels across 23 destinations within the state.
Benefits of Being a Member
According to García de Llano, being a member of Haciendas y Casas de Jalisco means joining the most recognized association of boutique hotels, where high standards of quality, personalization, and hospitality are certified.
“Being part of this network functions as a trust seal for discerning travelers and increases visibility among premium markets, including cultural, gastronomic, and high-income travelers,” he added.
Architectural Inspiration
The architecture of Patio Azul draws inspiration from colonial-era casas with patios, fountains, and artisanal pieces that convey tradition and boutique luxury style.
The interiors, according to García de Llano, evoke the legacy of Frida Kahlo, Diego Rivera, and the monarch butterfly.
Key Questions and Answers
- What is the significance of Patio Azul receiving this distinction? Patio Azul becoming a member of Haciendas y Casas de Jalisco signifies that it meets high standards of quality, personalization, and hospitality, positioning itself as a trusted choice for discerning travelers.
- Who is Fernando García de Llano Valenzuela? Fernando García de Llano Valenzuela is the owner of Patio Azul Hotel, a luxury establishment located in Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco.
- What does the association Haciendas y Casas de Jalisco represent? The association represents 41 hotels across 23 destinations in Jalisco, promoting hospitality with identity and preserving the state’s heritage.
- How does membership impact Patio Azul’s visibility? Being part of Haciendas y Casas de Jalisco increases Patio Azul’s visibility among premium markets, including cultural, gastronomic, and high-income travelers.
- What inspires Patio Azul’s architecture and interiors? The hotel’s architecture is inspired by colonial-era casas with patios, fountains, and artisanal pieces, while the interiors evoke the legacy of Frida Kahlo, Diego Rivera, and the monarch butterfly.
