Bungalows Lydia

Gorgeous hotel with incredible ocean views. Private beach but surf too strong for us reasonable swimmers. Lots of stairs.

Wow. What a perfect place. Incredibly beautiful spot, so private, pristine, magical. Very clean and pretty rooms. Much nicer than the website. I looked at so many places to stay in San Pancho and I’m so grateful we chose Lydia. So much more beautiful, relaxing, awe inspiring than the bustling places in town with no ocean view or beach access. Plus Lydia’s family was so welcoming, made us feel so safe and welcomed.

This was our second time, and we loved it again! We learned from our previous year to rent a golfcart, or other transportation to and from the property to town. The location is a hidden gem, with the views and the sound of crashing waves taking center stage. As a boutique hotel, we communicated primarily with Ruben via email and WhatsApp, and he was very responsive, respectful, and helpful. He answered my many questions and concerns, always in a timely manner. We absolutely recommend this place, and thank you to Ruben for making our stay from airport to airport seemless.

You couldn’t ask for a better view or more private beach experience. We had several pool and beach days all to ourselves. The sunsets and views of the humpback whales that are migrating are breathtaking. This location is 10 stars and you won’t be disappointed

This is a little slice of heaven on earth. It’s removed from the town so it’s very peaceful. Each room is equipped with a kitchenette and has a view of an outdoor space. Aside from the room and the small pool, and the views, there are no amenities. Come prepared or be ready to make trips into town for coffee and food. This place is family run and they live on site therefore it’s not suitable for everyone. In this part of Mexico, cash is king, be prepared to pay with cash at most places, even hotels and lodging prefer it. This is not an American, five star hotel. It’s a set of bungalows on a cliff side where everything is cared for and loved by a family and their employees. There is no room service or turndown service or concierge. If that’s your vibe- check out the st. Regis in punta mita, a few towns over! For peace and tranquility, Lydia’s is the most special place. I know I will be back for years to come.

Lydia’s space is special. The beaches are sublime and private. The ocean sounds become a relaxing backdrop over time. The location and connection to the ocean is the experience. The owners take care of you here, not employees. They care. My wife and I celebrated our 40th anniversary here. It was wonderful. Frankly the complaints registered by some of the reviews are juvenile..... Enjoy the space and experience.

We stayed at Bungalows Lydia during the Christmas holiday, and even though it’s one of the busiest travel times, it felt like we had the place to ourselves. The views are breathtaking — panoramic ocean stretching out in front of you, with barely anyone on the beach. I was able to sit and read, looking out over the water, totally peaceful and quiet. At night, we slept to the sound of the waves — no background noise, no crowds, just the ocean. It’s not a typical hotel with full amenities, but it doesn’t need to be. There’s a kitchen, and it’s easy to pick up groceries in town (only about a 10-minute scooter ride). We rented a scooter and it was perfect for coming and going — golf carts are also an option, but for two people the scooter was ideal. San Pancho itself has amazing restaurants and a great local vibe, and Bungalows Lydia gives you this feeling of being tucked away in a private paradise while still being close enough to everything. Lydia and her son Gabriel are incredibly kind and welcoming — you really feel like you’re staying somewhere special. We’re already planning our next trip. One note is that the ocean water here can be a little rough — there are times of day when it’s calmer and swimmable, but it’s definitely something to be aware of, especially if you’re hoping for gentle waves. There were locals and kids that we saw swimming in the mornings.

Incredible spot. We stayed in the Sunset suite which was so beautiful and the bed was a lot comfier than we were expecting. The resort overall didn’t have much in terms of amenities so definitely come with food/drinks or be prepared to drive into town (also fun). The connected beaches were beautiful and 99% empty. Be warned of the loud waves at night - sounds like a war. May need earplugs!