Once the private residence of Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton, this legendary boutique hotel in Puerto Vallarta's Old Town has been meticulously restored to its 1960s Hollywood glamour. The 10 unique suites are decorated with original artwork, and the rooftop infinity pool and Iguana restaurant are icons of the city.
Casa Kimberly occupies two adjoining colonial houses on Calle Zaragoza in Puerto Vallarta's El Centro district, originally purchased in the 1960s by Richard Burton as a gift to Elizabeth Taylor and connected by a now-iconic pink arched bridge above the cobblestone street. After the couple sold the property, it passed through several owners before a meticulous restoration returned it to operation as a boutique hotel in 2015, repairing original tile floors, ironwork balconies, and hand-painted murals while adding climate control, high-speed internet, and contemporary bathrooms throughout.
The hotel comprises just 10 suites, each named and individually designed with original Mexican artwork, custom furniture, and period furnishings that evoke the Taylor-Burton era without becoming a period recreation. The Elizabeth Taylor Suite occupies the most historically significant space and retains the sitting room configuration the actress used during her stays. Butler service is standard across all room categories.
On the rooftop, an infinity-edge plunge pool frames an unobstructed view over the church towers and terracotta rooftops of Old Town to Banderas Bay. The Iguana Restaurant below serves breakfast and dinner with a menu grounded in Mexican coastal cuisine, drawing on local seafood and Jalisco ingredients. The bar stocks an extensive mezcal and tequila selection emphasizing small Jalisco producers.
The location in El Centro places guests within five minutes on foot of the Church of Our Lady of Guadalupe, the Malecón boardwalk, and the Zona Romántica's gallery and restaurant corridor. The narrow cobblestone streets mean guests should arrive by taxi; personal vehicles are not practical in this neighborhood.
Amenities
- infinity pool
- restaurant
- bar
- concierge
- wifi
- butler service
- rooftop terrace
Location
Calle Zaragoza 445, El Centro, 48300 Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco
20.6063, -105.2369 View on map
Highlights
- Iconic former residence of Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton, connected by the famous pink bridge
- 10 individually designed suites with butler service and original Mexican artwork
- Rooftop infinity pool with panoramic views over Old Town rooftops and Banderas Bay
- Iguana Restaurant serving Mexican coastal cuisine with a curated mezcal and tequila bar
- Five-minute walk to the Church of Our Lady of Guadalupe and the Malecón
Tips for visiting
- Arrange airport transfers in advance — navigating Old Town's cobblestone streets with large luggage requires a pre-arranged vehicle
- The pink bridge connecting the two houses photographs best from the street below at golden hour in the late afternoon
- Book the Elizabeth Taylor Suite well in advance; it is the most requested room and sells out months ahead during peak season
When to visit
November to April for dry season; avoid late summer for heaviest rainfall.
Accessibility
Colonial buildings with steps throughout; limited accessibility for guests with mobility limitations — contact hotel directly.