Blog Articles About Casa Terza and Puerto Vallarta
Casa Terza, a modern boutique hotel in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, is proudly owned by a group of queer people, including Terry and Kari who also manage the operations.
Here we share our experiences and voices of others visiting or living in Puerto Vallarta
We, Terry and Kari, are a Black-white interracial lesbian couple from the US. After more than 2 decades together, with separate careers, this new chapter is an adventure in ways we could not have anticipated -- challenging, rewarding, and inspiring all at the same time.
The group uses the term “queer” to include all LGBTQ+ identities, as each person in the group may identify with one or more identity.
Hotel, Villa, or Guesthouse? by Kari | Sept 2026
Whatever we label we use, guests love the feeling Casa Terza evokes
Photo: 3rd level terrace at Casa Terza
Why Puerto Vallarta is the #1 Destination for Solo LGBTQ+ Travelers on GayPV.com | Sept 2026
Useful info on safety, language, costs, getting around, and more (although some recommendations are geared toward the G in LGBTQ+)
Photo: traveler on a beach
Moving While Black: Real Talk on Safety and Community in Puerto Vallarta by Sean Hollingsworth | Sept 2026
Photo: Community gathering of residents in Puerto Vallarta for Black History Month 2026
Honored to Receive Noche de Lenchas Award by Kari | August 2026
Noche de Lenchas Celebrates Its First Anniversary by Honoring Women Who Strengthen Puerto Vallarta’s Diverse Community
Photo: Kari Dietzler (L) cofounder Casa Terza, Terry Banks (C), cofounder Casa Terza, Dri Batista (R) founder Noche de Lencha
Groups and Retreats by Terry | August 2026
What Makes Casa Terza the Ideal Group Retreat Venue in Puerto Vallarta
Photo: a private retreat held at Casa Terza in 2025
Floating Sound Bath by a Guest | May 2026
Casa Terza hosted a Floating Sound Bath, a unique meditative, healing experience
Photo: Nana Cuauhtl facilitating a sound bath at Casa Terza
Natural Features at Casa Terza by Kari | May 2026
Abuela mountain, abuelo papelillo ancestor trees, grounding spaces in our natural vibrant setting
Photo: Papelillo tree overlooking Casa Terza's water tanks
Eco-Conscious Choices at Casa Terza by Kari | May 2026
Reducing the burden Casa Terza places on precious resources like water and electricity
Photo: at dusk, the street Casa Terza sits on, partway up the mountain on the left
About Us: Terry, Kari, and Casa Terza by Terry | April 2026
A bit of our story, why we moved to Puerto Vallarta, and how Casa Terza came to be
Photo: Kari (L) Terry (R) at Casa Terza, 2026