Howard Johnson Hotel Puerto Vallarta is located on Banderas Bay, five minutes south of town, and approximately 15 miles from Puerto Vallarta Airport. The resort's location is at the gateway to the south shore, where jungle-covered mountains plunge directly into the bay. The coast road leads to Mismaloya and Boca de Tomatlan. The property's amenities include the protected swimming lagoon, sun deck, oceanfront restaurant and bar, gym, full-service spa, and mini-supermarket. They also offer valet laundry service, a concierge, 24-hour security, and a business center with Internet access. All units feature ocean views, cable TV, VCRs, and kitchens with stoves and ovens, refrigerators, garbage disposals, microwaves, cookware, utensils, and table settings included.