Can I pay at many places in US or Canadian dollars in Puerto Vallarta?

Some businesses in Puerto Vallarta accept US and Canadian dollars, but it’s best to pay in pesos. Hotels, restaurants, and tourist shops may take foreign currency, but they often offer poor exchange rates, meaning you’ll likely overpay. Most businesses, street vendors, and taxis usually only accept pesos, and if you pay in dollars, you’ll receive change in pesos at an unfavorable rate. Using an ATM or exchanging money at a bank ensures better value. Paying and tipping in foreign currency doesn’t help locals, as they must exchange it at a loss. Using pesos supports the local economy directly.