Event Dates
From: Thursday, November 2, 2023
To: Sunday, November 5, 2023
STUDS Bear & Leather Bar and PAPA BEAR PRESENTS are ready to put Puerto Vallarta on the map as a destination for leather.
STUDS Bear & Leather Bar and PAPA BEAR PRESENTS are ready to put Puerto Vallarta on the map as a destination for leather witht he first annual Puerto Vallarta Leather Weekend.
- Late October/Early November marks the return of the tourist season in Puerto Vallarta. Book your stay close to all the parties in the Romantic Zone. Stay in the Casa Nicole Boutique Hotel, rated “Fabulous” by guests featuring spacious suites and in an excellent location.
The Party
- Get geared up, strapped up and ready for a weekend of hot music, hot men and hot fun in the Sun as Puerto Vallarta presents the annual leather weekend.
- The following outfits are encouraged: Jocks, Leather, Harness, Suspenders, Gear, Rubber.
- Enjoy Hot Nightly Parties including the RED LIGHT Underwear/Jock Party , CUERO Leather Party and BARK Pet Party!
- Thursday – Events kick off with the pet zone mosh from 9 pm, boot camp and welcome party.
- Friday – Head to Sapphire Ocean Club for the Pups and Pals beach day.
- Saturday- Enjoy the hot water pool party at the Hotel Mercurio, featuring burgers and dogs, sexy dancers, entertainment and auction!
- Sunday – Daddies dogs disco – Sunday afternoon is for a tea dance. Daddy Daycare includes free food and drink specials.
- Sunday – Leather Brunch – Enjoy a special leather brunch at the restaurant of the stunning Casa Cupula.
- Other events include daily coffee meet ups at Dees, a pet zone education centre and cigar socials.
- Check out out detailed Guide to Puerto Vallarta for an insider guide to the best places to party, dine, stay and play.
Where to stay? Hotels Close to the parties.
The romantic zone is the epicentre of gay life in Puerto Vallarta. Here you will find charming gay and gay-friendly boutique hotels. Puerto Vallarta is especially busy during holiday weekends such as Halloween and Thanksgiving. The following hotels are close to the parties and have limited availability:
- Olas Altas Suites – rated “Fabulous” by guests with a great location, just steps from the bars and close to the gay beach.
- ZonaZ Boutique Hotel – 4-star hotel steps from the best bars and beaches of Puerto Vallarta with beautifully designed rooms and high-end amenities.
- Zona Z Vallarta – “Superb” rated luxury vacation rentals with a choice of suites. Close to all the attractions, but in a quiet neighbourhood.
Apartments
- Most of Puerto Vallarta’s best condos and vacation rentals are in the Romantic Zone. Pier 57, Sail View and Pinnacle resorts offer some genuinely stunning apartments with luxury amenities, rooftop pools and sweeping views of the beach.
- Search for your apartment in Puerto Vallarta.
Resorts
- Those looking for 5-star accommodation or all-inclusive resorts should check out the Hotel Zone.
- The hotel zone is a 14-minute drive from the Romantic Zone. The Westin Resort Puerto Vallarta is rated “Fabulous” and has everything you need for a relaxing holiday.
The Venues
- Studs Bear Bar – Men-only leather and bear bar in the heart of gay Puerto Vallarta serving light bites and craft cocktails. The bar hosts famous DJs playing the best in House & dance beats, nice leather couches, incredible lighting design and a private area where the leather community can feel free and comfortable.
- Casa Cupula – Stunning rooftop hotel and restaurant offering delicious dishes with a unique flair with superb views. Hosts several popular pool and theme parties. Gay owned and operated.
- Hotel Mercurio – Casual hotel catering to gay men and host regular pool events, BBQs and beer busts.
- Sapphire Beach Resort – Seaside resort with relaxed rooms, a small pool & a restaurant serving Mexican & Mediterranean fare.
Puerto Vallarta Hotels
We have chosen Hotels close to the gay bars that have high reviews,
Where to stay close to all the gay bars
Our top 4 selections with the best rates.
Shores Beach Hotel is where our editors
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We have chosen hotels in Puerto Vallarta that keep you close to all the shops,restaurants & bars
Offering a year-round outdoor pool and terrace. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar. Each room at this hotel is air conditioned and features a flat-screen TV. Some units include a seating area. A terrace or balcony are featured in certain rooms. All rooms are equipped with a private bathroom with a bath or shower, free toiletries and a hair dryer. This hotel features free WiFi
The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. Certain rooms have a kitchenette with a microwave, a fridge and a stovetop. At Joint Coworking Hotel and Cowork rooms include bed linen and towels. Free WiFi is available
Offering an outdoor swimming pool, free Wi-Fi. The rooms here will provide you with a flat-screen TV, a desk, air conditioning and cable channels. Featuring a shower, private bathrooms also come with free toiletries. Some rooms have a sea view. At Hotel Amaca Puerto Vallarta – Adults Only you will find a 24-hour front desk, a terrace and a bar.
Vallarta Shores Condohotel, located on Puerto Vallarta’s Los Muertos Beach features one to four bedroom suites with fully equipped kitchen, flat-screen cable TV and a balcony overlooking the beach and Banderas Bay. The Sky Suites feature 3 bedrooms, a private pool and private chef service included in the rate. Also, these suites feature an open-air living room, dining area and an outdoor terrace.
A gay guide to the best of Puerto Vallarta
Puerto Vallarta offers several gay-friendly neighbourhoods. The most prominent gay area in Puerto Vallarta is the Romantic Zone (also known as Old Town), the heart of the LGBTQ+ scene.
South of the Romantic Zone & home to the famous gay Almar hotel & condos with stunning views of the bay.
An upscale neighbourhood around a marina, offering luxury resorts, restaurants, and shopping options.