Friendly Fun Vallarta Different Experiences - All Inclusive
$191
/ night
Avg. for September
Prices for Friendly Fun Vallarta Different Experiences - All Inclusive
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$191
/ night
Avg. for September
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at Friendly Fun Vallarta Different Experiences - All Inclusive average $191 in September, the cheapest month, and $294 in December, the most expensive, based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
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| January | $222 |
| February | $227 |
| March | $210 |
| April | $262 |
| May | $255 |
| June | $215 |
| July | $241 |
| August | $264 |
| September | $191 |
| October | $202 |
| November | $233 |
| December | $294 |
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About this property
Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages and body treatments. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, which include 3 outdoor pools, a sauna, and a fitness center. Additional amenities at this hotel include ...
Amenities
Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages and body treatments. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, which include 3 outdoor pools, a sauna, and a fitness center. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, an arcade/game room, and wedding services. Guests can catch a ride to nearby destinations on the area shuttle (surcharge).
Business amenities
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, multilingual staff, and luggage storage. This hotel has 5 meeting rooms available for events. Free self parking is available onsite.
Dining
Grab a bite to eat at Rest. Villalinda, one of the hotel's many dining establishments, which include 4 restaurants and a coffee shop/cafe. Wind down with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges or 2 poolside bars.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 300 air-conditioned rooms featuring LCD televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have showers and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and blackout drapes/curtains.
Location
With a stay at Friendly Fun Vallarta Different Experiences in Puerto Vallarta (Hotel Zone), you'll be a 4-minute walk from La Isla and a 3-minute drive from Malecon. This family-friendly hotel is 12.8 mi (20.6 km) from El Eden and 13.1 mi (21.1 km) from Playa Bucerías.
What's nearby
Playa Flamingos(0.1 miles)
Plaza Caracol(0.1 miles)
La Isla(0.2 miles)
Hotel Zone Beach(0.5 miles)
Playa de Oro(0.5 miles)
Puerto Mágico(0.9 miles)
Cruise Ship Pier(1 miles)
Cruise Ship Terminal(1 miles)
Playa Las Glorias(1.1 miles)
Galeria Flores(1.3 miles)
El Salado Estuary State Park(1.5 miles)
Camarones Beach(1.6 miles)
Galeria Vallarta(1.7 miles)
Canopy Bay(1.8 miles)
Vallarta Casino(1.9 miles)
The nearest major airport is Licenciado Gustavo Diaz Ordaz Intl. Airport (PVR)(4.8 miles)
Location
Boulevard Francisco Medina Ascencio, Zona Hotelera, Las Glorias, Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco, Mexico
Playa Flamingos (0.1 miles)
Plaza Caracol (0.1 miles)
La Isla (0.2 miles)
Hotel Zone Beach (0.5 miles)
Playa de Oro (0.5 miles)
Puerto Mágico (0.9 miles)
Room options
6
Deluxe Partial Bay View
Room details
1 King Bed
2 Queen Beds
Sleeps 4
474 ft²
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
6
Pool View Room
Room details
1 King Bed
2 Queen Beds
Sleeps 4
452 ft²
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
6
Deluxe Panoramic Bay View
Room details
1 King Bed
2 Queen Beds
Sleeps 4
474 ft²
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
7
Standard Room
Room details
1 King Bed
2 Queen Beds
Sleeps 4
452 ft²
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
1
Deluxe Partial Bay View Mio Vallarta Friendly Fun Plan
Room details
1 King Bed
2 Queen Beds
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
Guest reviews of Friendly Fun Vallarta Different Experiences - All Inclusive
8.1
Very good
Based on 1,006 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Business
1%
Couple
36%
Family
34%
Group
24%
Solo
3%
What guests think
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At Friendly Fun Vallarta Different Experiences - All Inclusive, travelers repeatedly praise the warm, hardworking staff, beachfront setting, and adults-only and family pools, while feedback on food variety, room comfort, and the consistently loud music is more mixed.
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What guests think
At Friendly Fun Vallarta Different Experiences - All Inclusive, travelers repeatedly praise the warm, hardworking staff, beachfront setting, and adults-only and family pools, while feedback on food variety, room comfort, and the consistently loud music is more mixed.
Guests often highlight clean grounds and beach, plus convenient access to the airport, shopping, and the Malecon. Common drawbacks include basic or dated rooms with occasional AC and maintenance issues, thin walls, and spotty Wi-Fi. Buffets can feel repetitive or lukewarm, specialty restaurants require hard-to-get reservations, and loungers and cabanas are scarce during busy times. Expect a friendly, lively, budget-friendly beachfront stay with family and adults-only areas.
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Facilities
Guests praise the beachfront setting, multiple pools (including adults-only areas), jacuzzis, and the on-site coffee shop. Recurring drawbacks include loud music, smoking near pool/beach, crowding with day passes, limited loungers/cabanas, and long lines when only one bar is open at night.
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Gregory
Mar 4, 2023
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Stayed 7 nights
We have been to Friendly Vallarta for the past several years and have always been very happy there. The waiters and service staff is the best it can be. Friendly has always been short on beach/ lounge chairs but recent changes has made the problem worse. So many lounge/ beach chairs have been removed and replaced with awkward very uncomfortable patio furniture and queen size beds. In talking to many repeat guests at Friendly this new patio furniture and awkward beds all over the place has been an epic fail. The patio furniture is just plain odd, very uncomfortable and is set in a grouping to accommodate 8 or more people but a lot of times only 2 people we sitting in these groups of furniture because nobody wanted to invade their personal space. I am sorry but the beds are just gross and now a queen size bed is taking up the space where four lounge chairs used to sit. This resort is now so short on lounge chairs that we had to get up by 6 am to reserve a pool or beach chair. Only to have \'Chair Police" hovering over our pool chairs just waiting to pull our towels and personal items off our chairs if we decided to stay too long at breakfast. A resort constantly getting bad reviews because of chair shortages has to be one of the easiest things a resort could fix. Another disappointment over the past couple of years is a very repetitive evening buffet. Please bring back the pasta/ stir fry station. And play age appropriate music around the resort, your music sucks.
We have been to Friendly Vallarta for the past several years and have always been very happy there. The waiters and service staff is the best it can be. Friendly has always been short on beach/ lounge chairs but recent changes has made the problem worse. So many lounge/ beach chairs have been removed and replaced with awkward very uncomfortable patio furniture and queen size beds. In talking to many repeat guests at Friendly this new patio furniture and awkward beds all over the place has been an epic fail. The patio furniture is just plain odd, very uncomfortable and is set in a grouping to accommodate 8 or more people but a lot of times only 2 people we sitting in these groups of furniture because nobody wanted to invade their personal space. I am sorry but the beds are just gross and now a queen size bed is taking up the space where four lounge chairs used to sit. This resort is now so short on lounge chairs that we had to get up by 6 am to reserve a pool or beach chair. Only to have \'Chair Police" hovering over our pool chairs just waiting to pull our towels and personal items off our chairs if we decided to stay too long at breakfast. A resort constantly getting bad reviews because of chair shortages has to be one of the easiest things a resort could fix. Another disappointment over the past couple of years is a very repetitive evening buffet. Please bring back the pasta/ stir fry station. And play age appropriate music around the resort, your music sucks.
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Andy
Feb 23, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Nice location by the beach. Easy to talk to the ocean. Some of the restaurants were good, others were not so great. Not enough room at the pool for the number of guests. It was impossible to get a cabana since people would reserve one and be gone for hours.
Nice location by the beach. Easy to talk to the ocean. Some of the restaurants were good, others were not so great. Not enough room at the pool for the number of guests. It was impossible to get a cabana since people would reserve one and be gone for hours.
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Ferdinand Paul
Dec 17, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
The staff are friendly and accommodating. The facilities are well kept and a fun vibe for all ages. It’s a 15-20min Uber to Downtown. HOWEVER, my biggest issue is there’s only one bar at night and there’s no server service. You can only order one thing at a time at the bar. One cocktail and a shot? Nope. Not allowed. This means that you have to finish your cocktail then get back in line for another 10-20min queue since it’s the only bar open. Disappointing since you're paying for all-inclusive and never really had this problem with others hotels.
The staff are friendly and accommodating. The facilities are well kept and a fun vibe for all ages. It’s a 15-20min Uber to Downtown. HOWEVER, my biggest issue is there’s only one bar at night and there’s no server service. You can only order one thing at a time at the bar. One cocktail and a shot? Nope. Not allowed. This means that you have to finish your cocktail then get back in line for another 10-20min queue since it’s the only bar open. Disappointing since you're paying for all-inclusive and never really had this problem with others hotels.
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Steven
Mar 8, 2025
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Stayed 14 nights
Pros; Great location, wonderful staff and nice rooms. Cons; Smokers allowed to smoke in nondesignated smoking areas. The hotel issues too many day passes. Overall, we will consider future stays at the Friendly
Pros; Great location, wonderful staff and nice rooms. Cons; Smokers allowed to smoke in nondesignated smoking areas. The hotel issues too many day passes. Overall, we will consider future stays at the Friendly
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Iurie
Apr 3, 2025
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Stayed 7 nights
The 3 pools are in different areas Adults separated with family and kids Only 1 thing - the inside store and atm machine need to have option for Discovery credit cards Everywhere is Visa & mastercard
The 3 pools are in different areas Adults separated with family and kids Only 1 thing - the inside store and atm machine need to have option for Discovery credit cards Everywhere is Visa & mastercard
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Michelle Lynn
Apr 18, 2025
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Stayed 7 nights
The buffet food selections were good and staff were very helpful in particular the wait staff around the pools and buffets. A la carte selection is limited. The view from the resort is beautiful. There are many options off the resort to walk to or take a taxi too. There is easy access to boat excursions. Evening entertainment was limited most nights to a techno DJ. However there was a fire show one night and a live band without outdoor buffet and flea market that was awesome. I liked that there was the option for a pool for families and pools for adults only along a warmer pool and a hot tub. If you’re a nighthawk or early bird you won’t find too much food or beverages accessible. Loved the cabana set ups in the pool area and then more the the loungers and umbrellas closer to the beach.
The buffet food selections were good and staff were very helpful in particular the wait staff around the pools and buffets. A la carte selection is limited. The view from the resort is beautiful. There are many options off the resort to walk to or take a taxi too. There is easy access to boat excursions. Evening entertainment was limited most nights to a techno DJ. However there was a fire show one night and a live band without outdoor buffet and flea market that was awesome. I liked that there was the option for a pool for families and pools for adults only along a warmer pool and a hot tub. If you’re a nighthawk or early bird you won’t find too much food or beverages accessible. Loved the cabana set ups in the pool area and then more the the loungers and umbrellas closer to the beach.
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TIMOTHY
Mar 13, 2023
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Stayed 7 nights
There was NO evening entertainment or activities. Only about 6 horribly uncomfortable chairs at the lobby bar and 2 tables. The area was cordoned off with wooden benches…clearly not for sitting but to make the area uninviting. There might have been 25 loungers around the pool, and if you wanted one, you had to get up at 0630 and put your towel on them.
There was NO evening entertainment or activities. Only about 6 horribly uncomfortable chairs at the lobby bar and 2 tables. The area was cordoned off with wooden benches…clearly not for sitting but to make the area uninviting. There might have been 25 loungers around the pool, and if you wanted one, you had to get up at 0630 and put your towel on them.
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David
Apr 21, 2025
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Stayed 7 nights
Room was good. Comfy bed. Hot water. Nice view Not enough umbrellas. Not enough staff at adult bar.
Room was good. Comfy bed. Hot water. Nice view Not enough umbrellas. Not enough staff at adult bar.
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Ben J
Dec 17, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Nice adult only pool, nice entertainment, nice beach, good food
Nice adult only pool, nice entertainment, nice beach, good food
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Corey
Dec 31, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
The ocean views, adult pool and bar, beach and service were excellent. Room was spartan but very clean. Food was fine. You can’t beat the views and oceanside experience for the price. Would definitely go back.
The ocean views, adult pool and bar, beach and service were excellent. Room was spartan but very clean. Food was fine. You can’t beat the views and oceanside experience for the price. Would definitely go back.
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Cleanliness
Many note clean rooms, well-kept grounds, and a tidy beach. Some report issues like birds in restaurants, an occasional pest, dirty pools, or late housekeeping.
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manuel alejandro guerrero
Mar 8, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Fantastic hotel, we loved that it was pet-friendly, our dog loved to walk out the pedestrian entrance. Beautiful clean and well-furnished room (plenty of space for our travel crib), wonderful staff, clean pool and facilities. My wife is celiac and the restaurant team took amazing care of her (especially Beatriz & Raul :) even homemade gluten-free brownies and bread! We were blown away, can't wait to come back. Muchas gracias a todos!
Fantastic hotel, we loved that it was pet-friendly, our dog loved to walk out the pedestrian entrance. Beautiful clean and well-furnished room (plenty of space for our travel crib), wonderful staff, clean pool and facilities. My wife is celiac and the restaurant team took amazing care of her (especially Beatriz & Raul :) even homemade gluten-free brownies and bread! We were blown away, can't wait to come back. Muchas gracias a todos!
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Chloe
Nov 23, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
I am very disappointed in this hotel. The room is horrible. The AC was so loud I couldn’t sleep and it didn’t cool the room adequately. The temperature stayed at 24 degrees! We had 3 guests and only were given two towels for the shower no face cloths. The music by the pool was obnoxious. There are not enough loungers by the pool.. and what few there were, had people’s things strewn all over them so you couldn’t use them. I stayed only 1 night and checked in somewhere else the next day. Also there were Pigeons everywhere including inside the restaurants ATM on site didn’t work. Hotel would not give me a refund for two nights that I didn’t stay. I immediately requested a partial refund only an hour after I checked in and was told I had to contact Expedia. Expedia took 24 hours to get back to me only to tell me the hotel refused a refund. Save yourself a ruined trip and go somewhere else.
I am very disappointed in this hotel. The room is horrible. The AC was so loud I couldn’t sleep and it didn’t cool the room adequately. The temperature stayed at 24 degrees! We had 3 guests and only were given two towels for the shower no face cloths. The music by the pool was obnoxious. There are not enough loungers by the pool.. and what few there were, had people’s things strewn all over them so you couldn’t use them. I stayed only 1 night and checked in somewhere else the next day. Also there were Pigeons everywhere including inside the restaurants ATM on site didn’t work. Hotel would not give me a refund for two nights that I didn’t stay. I immediately requested a partial refund only an hour after I checked in and was told I had to contact Expedia. Expedia took 24 hours to get back to me only to tell me the hotel refused a refund. Save yourself a ruined trip and go somewhere else.
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Lesley
Jul 29, 2024
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Stayed 6 nights
We just stayed there for a week and it was terrible! The room had a lovely view but was super basic; the beds were uncomfortable and the room itself was very musty smelling with barely- there air conditioning no matter how cool/ cold we set the temperature. The walls between rooms are super thin and it was very noisy. The food in the buffet restaurants was absolutely terrible! Cold food was warm, hot food items were room-temp. Only good dining was the reservation-only restaurant, the taco bar and the breakfast omelette bar. Overall, the place looked clean but the pools were filthy and the gym had an awful smell. I would not stay here again nor would I recommend to friends.
We just stayed there for a week and it was terrible! The room had a lovely view but was super basic; the beds were uncomfortable and the room itself was very musty smelling with barely- there air conditioning no matter how cool/ cold we set the temperature. The walls between rooms are super thin and it was very noisy. The food in the buffet restaurants was absolutely terrible! Cold food was warm, hot food items were room-temp. Only good dining was the reservation-only restaurant, the taco bar and the breakfast omelette bar. Overall, the place looked clean but the pools were filthy and the gym had an awful smell. I would not stay here again nor would I recommend to friends.
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Mary Anne
Apr 1, 2025
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Stayed 14 nights
The property itself is very well maintained. The tower is the referbished while the 2 side wings are being upgraded. Staff extremely friendly and welcoming. Beach beautiful and clean. Food was delicious but often was like warm. I like it hot! Selection very good. The lobby area was beautiful with a wonderful cool breeze we loved. The adult bar and pool area was a lot of fun!! Their serloin steak burger was fantastic. Events changed daily and was wonderful. Just the older rooms were tired. I'd do it again!!
The property itself is very well maintained. The tower is the referbished while the 2 side wings are being upgraded. Staff extremely friendly and welcoming. Beach beautiful and clean. Food was delicious but often was like warm. I like it hot! Selection very good. The lobby area was beautiful with a wonderful cool breeze we loved. The adult bar and pool area was a lot of fun!! Their serloin steak burger was fantastic. Events changed daily and was wonderful. Just the older rooms were tired. I'd do it again!!
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Tricia
Jan 1, 2023
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Stayed 19,357 nights
While the property is a bit older they do a great job of maintaining everything. Checking in was 5 min or less as was checkout. The room was always clean with everything you need. The pool was always busy as was the adults only area. The Beach was great for sitting in the sun, buying from the vendors and swimming. The wait staff is AMAZING! Everywhere we went to eat or sit and drink the staff is on it. Their staff really are friendly and make this resort worth it!
While the property is a bit older they do a great job of maintaining everything. Checking in was 5 min or less as was checkout. The room was always clean with everything you need. The pool was always busy as was the adults only area. The Beach was great for sitting in the sun, buying from the vendors and swimming. The wait staff is AMAZING! Everywhere we went to eat or sit and drink the staff is on it. Their staff really are friendly and make this resort worth it!
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Heidy
Aug 14, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
El edificio está en buenas condiciones y la comida que ofrecen en los restaurantes deliciosa y variada. Los empleados son amables y atentos. La alberca limpia y amplia. Lo que no nos gustó es que se escucha lo del cuarto contiguo ya que había una puerta que conectaba ambos cuartos y podíamos escuchar los ruidos y conversaciones de los otros huéspedes.
El edificio está en buenas condiciones y la comida que ofrecen en los restaurantes deliciosa y variada. Los empleados son amables y atentos. La alberca limpia y amplia. Lo que no nos gustó es que se escucha lo del cuarto contiguo ya que había una puerta que conectaba ambos cuartos y podíamos escuchar los ruidos y conversaciones de los otros huéspedes.
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Deanna
Nov 27, 2025
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Stayed 10 nights
Room very clean staff were amazing!
Room very clean staff were amazing!
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Gareth
Feb 15, 2025
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Stayed 7 nights
Great cheap and cheerful all inclusive, staff are fantastic, the beach is great for swimming, the food's pretty good and the drinks keep flowing! Great value for the money.
Great cheap and cheerful all inclusive, staff are fantastic, the beach is great for swimming, the food's pretty good and the drinks keep flowing! Great value for the money.
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Enrique
Dec 5, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
La limpieza en todo el hotel, su personal en su mayoría fueron muy amables
La limpieza en todo el hotel, su personal en su mayoría fueron muy amables
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Sima
Mar 3, 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
My stay at friendly was heaven. The grounds were beautiful. The staff was great. The food was WAY better than I was expecting. I have stomach issues and I felt great during my entire stay. I was able to get a massage on the beach every day (Erika is excellent. Not associated with the hotel) The only issue is we found a tiny field mouse in our room on our last night. Maintenance took care of it quickly but it was jarring.
My stay at friendly was heaven. The grounds were beautiful. The staff was great. The food was WAY better than I was expecting. I have stomach issues and I felt great during my entire stay. I was able to get a massage on the beach every day (Erika is excellent. Not associated with the hotel) The only issue is we found a tiny field mouse in our room on our last night. Maintenance took care of it quickly but it was jarring.
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Rooms
Rooms are basic, some spacious with ocean views, but several mention weak or noisy AC, thin walls/adjoining doors, limited storage, missing fridges/minibars, and occasional maintenance problems. Wi-Fi is often reported as unreliable.
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Daria
Apr 22, 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
Much much better than expected! The location was great, and the property itself was spacious with plenty to enjoy. There was a nice variety of food options, including morning smoothies and ice cream, which was a hit. The entertainment was fun, and the pools were thoughtfully designed— a small kiddie pool, a larger family pool, and two adults-only pools. Our room was quite large and offered a fantastic view of the beach and ocean. The staff were all incredibly friendly and helpful, and the on-site coffee café was amazing. Would absolutely love to come back again!
Much much better than expected! The location was great, and the property itself was spacious with plenty to enjoy. There was a nice variety of food options, including morning smoothies and ice cream, which was a hit. The entertainment was fun, and the pools were thoughtfully designed— a small kiddie pool, a larger family pool, and two adults-only pools. Our room was quite large and offered a fantastic view of the beach and ocean. The staff were all incredibly friendly and helpful, and the on-site coffee café was amazing. Would absolutely love to come back again!
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Miguel
Feb 22, 2024
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Stayed 6 nights
Property is nice. good and cordial employees But internet connection is terrible lower than 3G takes for ever to connect. Air condition fan is noise other than hat is a nice place.
Property is nice. good and cordial employees But internet connection is terrible lower than 3G takes for ever to connect. Air condition fan is noise other than hat is a nice place.
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Eleanor
Feb 18, 2025
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Stayed 9 nights
1. Walkin shower had large gap at bottom of door so the bathroom floor was very wet every time after showering. 2. Sewer gases came up from bathroom sink drain. 3. The ajoining rooms had no privacy. Conversations and sounds came in very clearly through the hollow ajoining door. 4. Food was the same every day. Beef and pork were tough. 5. Birds were in the restaurants and eating uncovered food on buffet and on leftovers on plates, 6. Lounge beds were saved and unused most of day while people spent time in the pool or on the beach.
1. Walkin shower had large gap at bottom of door so the bathroom floor was very wet every time after showering. 2. Sewer gases came up from bathroom sink drain. 3. The ajoining rooms had no privacy. Conversations and sounds came in very clearly through the hollow ajoining door. 4. Food was the same every day. Beef and pork were tough. 5. Birds were in the restaurants and eating uncovered food on buffet and on leftovers on plates, 6. Lounge beds were saved and unused most of day while people spent time in the pool or on the beach.
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Chloe
Nov 23, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
I am very disappointed in this hotel. The room is horrible. The AC was so loud I couldn’t sleep and it didn’t cool the room adequately. The temperature stayed at 24 degrees! We had 3 guests and only were given two towels for the shower no face cloths. The music by the pool was obnoxious. There are not enough loungers by the pool.. and what few there were, had people’s things strewn all over them so you couldn’t use them. I stayed only 1 night and checked in somewhere else the next day. Also there were Pigeons everywhere including inside the restaurants ATM on site didn’t work. Hotel would not give me a refund for two nights that I didn’t stay. I immediately requested a partial refund only an hour after I checked in and was told I had to contact Expedia. Expedia took 24 hours to get back to me only to tell me the hotel refused a refund. Save yourself a ruined trip and go somewhere else.
I am very disappointed in this hotel. The room is horrible. The AC was so loud I couldn’t sleep and it didn’t cool the room adequately. The temperature stayed at 24 degrees! We had 3 guests and only were given two towels for the shower no face cloths. The music by the pool was obnoxious. There are not enough loungers by the pool.. and what few there were, had people’s things strewn all over them so you couldn’t use them. I stayed only 1 night and checked in somewhere else the next day. Also there were Pigeons everywhere including inside the restaurants ATM on site didn’t work. Hotel would not give me a refund for two nights that I didn’t stay. I immediately requested a partial refund only an hour after I checked in and was told I had to contact Expedia. Expedia took 24 hours to get back to me only to tell me the hotel refused a refund. Save yourself a ruined trip and go somewhere else.
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Nikhil
Nov 25, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Stayed here for 2 nights and I can say that this resort is a decent. Nothing extraordinary but not bad either. It gets crowded during the day because there are many folks with "vistor" passes. Not a lot to do in the resort, although there is a Spa, a gym and there are some activites happening throughout the day near the pool area but nothing worth your time. The pool was good. The food was alright. There are options for vegetarians too, so that is good. The staff is good and friendly and focussed on their jobs (rather than focussed on getting "tips" from the guests for doing the the bare mininum). The rooms deserve some renovation and interior designing. The bed was just okay. The bathroom area was good. The wifi service is very poor throughout the resort, they really need to improve it. There is no room service, so one must eat at the restaurents only. Overall it's a 3/5, and hence can be called expensive, considering the quality is not up to the mark.
Stayed here for 2 nights and I can say that this resort is a decent. Nothing extraordinary but not bad either. It gets crowded during the day because there are many folks with "vistor" passes. Not a lot to do in the resort, although there is a Spa, a gym and there are some activites happening throughout the day near the pool area but nothing worth your time. The pool was good. The food was alright. There are options for vegetarians too, so that is good. The staff is good and friendly and focussed on their jobs (rather than focussed on getting "tips" from the guests for doing the the bare mininum). The rooms deserve some renovation and interior designing. The bed was just okay. The bathroom area was good. The wifi service is very poor throughout the resort, they really need to improve it. There is no room service, so one must eat at the restaurents only. Overall it's a 3/5, and hence can be called expensive, considering the quality is not up to the mark.
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Ahtziri
Sep 21, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
El hotel mas sobrevalorado de la vida. Pagué 5mil pesos por noche por un hotel de 2 estrellas. Por ese precio encuentras hoteles de verdad de 5 estrellas. Es mas, por 2mil pesos más puedes pagar un hotel de lujo en Punta de Mita. El aire acondicionado no enfriaba nada. Nos dieron la habitacion con el baño sucio. La comida del todo incluido super x. La habitacion dividida por una puertita chafa.
El hotel mas sobrevalorado de la vida. Pagué 5mil pesos por noche por un hotel de 2 estrellas. Por ese precio encuentras hoteles de verdad de 5 estrellas. Es mas, por 2mil pesos más puedes pagar un hotel de lujo en Punta de Mita. El aire acondicionado no enfriaba nada. Nos dieron la habitacion con el baño sucio. La comida del todo incluido super x. La habitacion dividida por una puertita chafa.
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Patricia
Aug 23, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Habitaciones sin cajones ropa.
Habitaciones sin cajones ropa.
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Corey
Dec 31, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
The ocean views, adult pool and bar, beach and service were excellent. Room was spartan but very clean. Food was fine. You can’t beat the views and oceanside experience for the price. Would definitely go back.
The ocean views, adult pool and bar, beach and service were excellent. Room was spartan but very clean. Food was fine. You can’t beat the views and oceanside experience for the price. Would definitely go back.
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Matthew
Feb 12, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Some good, some bad. Staff is wonderful! The food I was able to sample was delicious and well prepared. A lot of Mexican style dishes that are delicious. It's a very NOISY resort. Constant bingo games, pool games with extremely loud whistle's blowing and more. There is never any peace and quiet, speakers hang everywhere . You can't escape the constant loud, club style music, except early mornings. They discriminate against solo travelers! 3 mornings in a row I called down to make reservations to the 2 restaurants that require them. After telling the agent that it was for one person I was told the earliest seating was 9p each time. That sounded suspicious so I went downstairs and called from a house phone about 5 minutes later and got the same agent and told her it was for 4 people and got a 6p reservation. However, when I showed up for my reservation they tried to sit me with a couple that had two extra chairs. When I asked to have my own table they said no, they were reserved. I left and did not get to experience any of the restaurants during my stay that required reservations. I get trying to maximize the tables but it is unfair to those traveling alone requiring them to wait until 9pm to eat. My room did not have a bathroom mirror. Hard to believe I know, but it's true. It also did not have a safe. It was a nice gesture from front desk to allow me to utilize the all inclusive benefits even after checking out until my pickup to the airport later in the afternoon.
Some good, some bad. Staff is wonderful! The food I was able to sample was delicious and well prepared. A lot of Mexican style dishes that are delicious. It's a very NOISY resort. Constant bingo games, pool games with extremely loud whistle's blowing and more. There is never any peace and quiet, speakers hang everywhere . You can't escape the constant loud, club style music, except early mornings. They discriminate against solo travelers! 3 mornings in a row I called down to make reservations to the 2 restaurants that require them. After telling the agent that it was for one person I was told the earliest seating was 9p each time. That sounded suspicious so I went downstairs and called from a house phone about 5 minutes later and got the same agent and told her it was for 4 people and got a 6p reservation. However, when I showed up for my reservation they tried to sit me with a couple that had two extra chairs. When I asked to have my own table they said no, they were reserved. I left and did not get to experience any of the restaurants during my stay that required reservations. I get trying to maximize the tables but it is unfair to those traveling alone requiring them to wait until 9pm to eat. My room did not have a bathroom mirror. Hard to believe I know, but it's true. It also did not have a safe. It was a nice gesture from front desk to allow me to utilize the all inclusive benefits even after checking out until my pickup to the airport later in the afternoon.
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Cristin
Jan 23, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
There was no mirror and there was no dresser in our room. The pillows were a bit rough so we went across the street to the grocery store and brought soft pillows about once a day we had to go and get new cards because they kept resetting sometimes twice a day. It would help that they label what the food is that you’re eating at the buffet you don’t know. They also took away the french fries and the burgers and the pizza that you could regularly get. No more strawberry daiquiris and piña coladas at will. And as adults we couldn’t have food delivered to the beach like we used to or up by the pool you had to sit at designated tables. It seems everything is taken a turn for the worse. Unfortunately, we used to love coming here. It was my third time overall but we won’t be back . However the kindness of the people from the workers there was always as expected. They really are wonderful people. ❤️
There was no mirror and there was no dresser in our room. The pillows were a bit rough so we went across the street to the grocery store and brought soft pillows about once a day we had to go and get new cards because they kept resetting sometimes twice a day. It would help that they label what the food is that you’re eating at the buffet you don’t know. They also took away the french fries and the burgers and the pizza that you could regularly get. No more strawberry daiquiris and piña coladas at will. And as adults we couldn’t have food delivered to the beach like we used to or up by the pool you had to sit at designated tables. It seems everything is taken a turn for the worse. Unfortunately, we used to love coming here. It was my third time overall but we won’t be back . However the kindness of the people from the workers there was always as expected. They really are wonderful people. ❤️
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Service
Service is widely praised as friendly, attentive, and helpful across the resort. However, guests cite slow or disorganized check-in, inconsistent policies or enforcement (restaurant reservations, refunds, pet rules), and occasional rude staff.
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Trent
Feb 21, 2025
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Stayed 14 nights
We had an excellent stay at this hotel. Staff is amazing, but especially Bel, Diego and Alan was our saviour when the hockey game kept cutting in and out! We took part in many of the activities and had a great time. Thank you!
We had an excellent stay at this hotel. Staff is amazing, but especially Bel, Diego and Alan was our saviour when the hockey game kept cutting in and out! We took part in many of the activities and had a great time. Thank you!
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manuel alejandro guerrero
Mar 8, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Fantastic hotel, we loved that it was pet-friendly, our dog loved to walk out the pedestrian entrance. Beautiful clean and well-furnished room (plenty of space for our travel crib), wonderful staff, clean pool and facilities. My wife is celiac and the restaurant team took amazing care of her (especially Beatriz & Raul :) even homemade gluten-free brownies and bread! We were blown away, can't wait to come back. Muchas gracias a todos!
Fantastic hotel, we loved that it was pet-friendly, our dog loved to walk out the pedestrian entrance. Beautiful clean and well-furnished room (plenty of space for our travel crib), wonderful staff, clean pool and facilities. My wife is celiac and the restaurant team took amazing care of her (especially Beatriz & Raul :) even homemade gluten-free brownies and bread! We were blown away, can't wait to come back. Muchas gracias a todos!
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Hector
Jan 5, 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
En General todo estuvo muy bien Servicio excelente personal muy amable.
En General todo estuvo muy bien Servicio excelente personal muy amable.
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RAUL
May 29, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
La propiedad muy buena, comida estuvo buena, pero el servicio de recepción pésimo
La propiedad muy buena, comida estuvo buena, pero el servicio de recepción pésimo
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Miriam
Jun 14, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Solo al ingresar no encontraban mi reservación Nos pidieron que nos hiciéramos al lado y que ellos nos llamaban A pesar que ya pasaban de las 3:30 de la tarde,
Solo al ingresar no encontraban mi reservación Nos pidieron que nos hiciéramos al lado y que ellos nos llamaban A pesar que ya pasaban de las 3:30 de la tarde,
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Karla
Aug 13, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Lo terrible es lo que hacen esperar para hacer el registro, en verdad son tantos que se hacen bolas, lo único que tengo que resáltale es sus opciones de restaurantes, pero sin exagerar el registro me llevo una hora.
Lo terrible es lo que hacen esperar para hacer el registro, en verdad son tantos que se hacen bolas, lo único que tengo que resáltale es sus opciones de restaurantes, pero sin exagerar el registro me llevo una hora.
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Amanda
Dec 4, 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
The friendliest staff!
The friendliest staff!
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Sally
Feb 17, 2025
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Stayed 9 nights
The staff were friendly and helpful.
The staff were friendly and helpful.
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Brent
Dec 1, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Very friendly staff everywhere on site!!!
Very friendly staff everywhere on site!!!
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Kathleen A
Dec 3, 2025
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Stayed 10 nights
This property is excellent and have been going there for years. The wait staff etc are excellent.
This property is excellent and have been going there for years. The wait staff etc are excellent.
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Location
Beachfront location with ocean views; close to the Malecon, shopping, and the airport, and the beach is walkable. A few mention rocky sections or deep water.
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Daria
Apr 22, 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
Much much better than expected! The location was great, and the property itself was spacious with plenty to enjoy. There was a nice variety of food options, including morning smoothies and ice cream, which was a hit. The entertainment was fun, and the pools were thoughtfully designed— a small kiddie pool, a larger family pool, and two adults-only pools. Our room was quite large and offered a fantastic view of the beach and ocean. The staff were all incredibly friendly and helpful, and the on-site coffee café was amazing. Would absolutely love to come back again!
Much much better than expected! The location was great, and the property itself was spacious with plenty to enjoy. There was a nice variety of food options, including morning smoothies and ice cream, which was a hit. The entertainment was fun, and the pools were thoughtfully designed— a small kiddie pool, a larger family pool, and two adults-only pools. Our room was quite large and offered a fantastic view of the beach and ocean. The staff were all incredibly friendly and helpful, and the on-site coffee café was amazing. Would absolutely love to come back again!
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Paula
Apr 9, 2022
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Stayed 5 nights
Location 150 pesos cab ride from downtown. Great view and nice room, however adjoining door meant able to hear late night make out next door. Horrible BOOM BOOM BOOM music all day long.
Location 150 pesos cab ride from downtown. Great view and nice room, however adjoining door meant able to hear late night make out next door. Horrible BOOM BOOM BOOM music all day long.
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cornelis
Feb 5, 2024
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Stayed 8 nights
Beautiful view of the bay and whales swimming in front of the hotel
Beautiful view of the bay and whales swimming in front of the hotel
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Tricia
Jan 1, 2023
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Stayed 19,357 nights
While the property is a bit older they do a great job of maintaining everything. Checking in was 5 min or less as was checkout. The room was always clean with everything you need. The pool was always busy as was the adults only area. The Beach was great for sitting in the sun, buying from the vendors and swimming. The wait staff is AMAZING! Everywhere we went to eat or sit and drink the staff is on it. Their staff really are friendly and make this resort worth it!
While the property is a bit older they do a great job of maintaining everything. Checking in was 5 min or less as was checkout. The room was always clean with everything you need. The pool was always busy as was the adults only area. The Beach was great for sitting in the sun, buying from the vendors and swimming. The wait staff is AMAZING! Everywhere we went to eat or sit and drink the staff is on it. Their staff really are friendly and make this resort worth it!
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Flora Nancy
Dec 28, 2021
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Stayed 3 nights
Durante el check in el personal me recibió con regaños y malas caras todo con la finalidad de aprenderme su reglamento. La playa del hotel tiene muchas piedras, tuve que irme a playas limpias de piedras de los hoteles aledaños.
Durante el check in el personal me recibió con regaños y malas caras todo con la finalidad de aprenderme su reglamento. La playa del hotel tiene muchas piedras, tuve que irme a playas limpias de piedras de los hoteles aledaños.
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MARTHA ELENA
May 11, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Excelente ubicación. Personal muy atento y servicial. Muchas actividades para todos, todo el día.
Excelente ubicación. Personal muy atento y servicial. Muchas actividades para todos, todo el día.
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scot
Feb 6, 2025
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Stayed 8 nights
Everyone in our group had a great time at the resort. Clean rooms, great drinks at the bar and right on the beach. The only thing I wish was that the food was better.
Everyone in our group had a great time at the resort. Clean rooms, great drinks at the bar and right on the beach. The only thing I wish was that the food was better.
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Paula H
Jun 8, 2025
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Stayed 8 nights
Convenient to Malecon and Beaches
Convenient to Malecon and Beaches
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Mala
Feb 27, 2025
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Stayed 7 nights
Always a great time and great service at the friendly. Ocean view suite was beautiful food was great. The pools were nice. Easy to get downtown great location. Price very reasonable for what you get.
Always a great time and great service at the friendly. Ocean view suite was beautiful food was great. The pools were nice. Easy to get downtown great location. Price very reasonable for what you get.
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kendra
Mar 8, 2025
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Stayed 8 nights
After checking the reviews for all the properties in our price range in PVR we settled on this one. Family of 4 with 2 teenage kids. Beach was great and water swimmable compared to others along the bay. You can walk for hours along the beach too! Paddleboarding and kayaking available for free. There are not any extravagant nightly shows. Music is playing pretty much all day with it getting louder around 830pm. Depending on where your room is located, I can see that noise may be an issue when trying to sleep. Definitely bring ear plugs just in case. We were in the tower and didn't find the music bothersome. Some have stated that the food options weren't great. We didn't have a problem finding something to eat everyday. The woodfired pizza is handy as you don't need to go into a restaurant to get it. We visted both a la cartes. Azul was the best one and we went there twice. Teenager from our group was sick his first night there and my daughter was sick our last night there. Assuming food was the culprit...You do have to get up early to claim a cabana. Pool water temps were perfect! Drink service around the pool was fantastic. Rooms are basic but clean and have everything you need except a microwave. Staff are very helpful and friendly. Location is close to shopping and airport. We used Uber everywhere and our friends used taxi. Sometimes the taxi was cheaper than the uber. I'm sure I'm forgetting something but would visit again!
After checking the reviews for all the properties in our price range in PVR we settled on this one. Family of 4 with 2 teenage kids. Beach was great and water swimmable compared to others along the bay. You can walk for hours along the beach too! Paddleboarding and kayaking available for free. There are not any extravagant nightly shows. Music is playing pretty much all day with it getting louder around 830pm. Depending on where your room is located, I can see that noise may be an issue when trying to sleep. Definitely bring ear plugs just in case. We were in the tower and didn't find the music bothersome. Some have stated that the food options weren't great. We didn't have a problem finding something to eat everyday. The woodfired pizza is handy as you don't need to go into a restaurant to get it. We visted both a la cartes. Azul was the best one and we went there twice. Teenager from our group was sick his first night there and my daughter was sick our last night there. Assuming food was the culprit...You do have to get up early to claim a cabana. Pool water temps were perfect! Drink service around the pool was fantastic. Rooms are basic but clean and have everything you need except a microwave. Staff are very helpful and friendly. Location is close to shopping and airport. We used Uber everywhere and our friends used taxi. Sometimes the taxi was cheaper than the uber. I'm sure I'm forgetting something but would visit again!
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Dining
Food feedback is mixed: buffets can be repetitive and sometimes lukewarm, hours for snacks/coffee are limited, and specialty restaurants require reservations that can be hard to get. Positives include tasty taco/Azul venues, good drinks, and strong dietary care from staff.
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manuel alejandro guerrero
Mar 8, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Fantastic hotel, we loved that it was pet-friendly, our dog loved to walk out the pedestrian entrance. Beautiful clean and well-furnished room (plenty of space for our travel crib), wonderful staff, clean pool and facilities. My wife is celiac and the restaurant team took amazing care of her (especially Beatriz & Raul :) even homemade gluten-free brownies and bread! We were blown away, can't wait to come back. Muchas gracias a todos!
Fantastic hotel, we loved that it was pet-friendly, our dog loved to walk out the pedestrian entrance. Beautiful clean and well-furnished room (plenty of space for our travel crib), wonderful staff, clean pool and facilities. My wife is celiac and the restaurant team took amazing care of her (especially Beatriz & Raul :) even homemade gluten-free brownies and bread! We were blown away, can't wait to come back. Muchas gracias a todos!
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Kelly
Mar 20, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
The staff were so friendly and helpful! The food in the reservation only restaurant was amazing, as was the Taco restaurant. The other restaurants were OK.
The staff were so friendly and helpful! The food in the reservation only restaurant was amazing, as was the Taco restaurant. The other restaurants were OK.
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William
Feb 5, 2025
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Stayed 9 nights
We loved our time here but they could change a couple things. They have no place to play cards and the main area is so noisy chairs and voices echo and are almost unbearable. The food was good, taco restaurant was Awsome. The barbecues were well done, had delicious fish one night, another a fiesta which was great. Didn’t try the specialty restaurants. Found it hard to know how to book these. We were there for 10 days and enjoyed our holliday
We loved our time here but they could change a couple things. They have no place to play cards and the main area is so noisy chairs and voices echo and are almost unbearable. The food was good, taco restaurant was Awsome. The barbecues were well done, had delicious fish one night, another a fiesta which was great. Didn’t try the specialty restaurants. Found it hard to know how to book these. We were there for 10 days and enjoyed our holliday
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Dom
Apr 9, 2025
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Stayed 7 nights
Very limited services. Ice cream offered only between 1pm to 5pm. Smoothie offered only between 9am to 11am. Coffee station only opens a few hours during the day.
Very limited services. Ice cream offered only between 1pm to 5pm. Smoothie offered only between 9am to 11am. Coffee station only opens a few hours during the day.
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Jose de Jesus
Apr 23, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Our 4 night stay was great! Food on the buffet was ok, servers took a while to bring water, besides that it was a great time at the hotel!
Our 4 night stay was great! Food on the buffet was ok, servers took a while to bring water, besides that it was a great time at the hotel!
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Marilyn
Feb 8, 2025
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Stayed 9 nights
The main thing, at this resort, I didn’t like was that food in the buffet was always luke warm and the pizza was always cold even slices near the bulb. Other guests I talked to also noticed this so they would get food made fresh at the grill. However I loved the taco restaurant upstairs by the lobby and the outdoor bbqs were great. The oil and vinegar containers on the table needed to be cleaned more often. They had the best margaritas that I’ve had at any resort and I loved warm adult pool temperature. There are lots of shady bed spots if you prefer not to get as much sun. No real card playing tables available… everyone made due with the high long tables in the lobby bar but it was very noisy there at night as sounds echoed. The coffee bar and pastries were great ! The staff is very friendly.
The main thing, at this resort, I didn’t like was that food in the buffet was always luke warm and the pizza was always cold even slices near the bulb. Other guests I talked to also noticed this so they would get food made fresh at the grill. However I loved the taco restaurant upstairs by the lobby and the outdoor bbqs were great. The oil and vinegar containers on the table needed to be cleaned more often. They had the best margaritas that I’ve had at any resort and I loved warm adult pool temperature. There are lots of shady bed spots if you prefer not to get as much sun. No real card playing tables available… everyone made due with the high long tables in the lobby bar but it was very noisy there at night as sounds echoed. The coffee bar and pastries were great ! The staff is very friendly.
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Michelle Lynn
Apr 18, 2025
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Stayed 7 nights
The buffet food selections were good and staff were very helpful in particular the wait staff around the pools and buffets. A la carte selection is limited. The view from the resort is beautiful. There are many options off the resort to walk to or take a taxi too. There is easy access to boat excursions. Evening entertainment was limited most nights to a techno DJ. However there was a fire show one night and a live band without outdoor buffet and flea market that was awesome. I liked that there was the option for a pool for families and pools for adults only along a warmer pool and a hot tub. If you’re a nighthawk or early bird you won’t find too much food or beverages accessible. Loved the cabana set ups in the pool area and then more the the loungers and umbrellas closer to the beach.
The buffet food selections were good and staff were very helpful in particular the wait staff around the pools and buffets. A la carte selection is limited. The view from the resort is beautiful. There are many options off the resort to walk to or take a taxi too. There is easy access to boat excursions. Evening entertainment was limited most nights to a techno DJ. However there was a fire show one night and a live band without outdoor buffet and flea market that was awesome. I liked that there was the option for a pool for families and pools for adults only along a warmer pool and a hot tub. If you’re a nighthawk or early bird you won’t find too much food or beverages accessible. Loved the cabana set ups in the pool area and then more the the loungers and umbrellas closer to the beach.
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Florina
Jan 7, 2025
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Stayed 6 nights
Food was below average! Same every day, buffets were serving same food, quality very disappointing. At least staff were great! Pretty clean overall.
Food was below average! Same every day, buffets were serving same food, quality very disappointing. At least staff were great! Pretty clean overall.
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JENNIFER
Jan 25, 2025
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Stayed 8 nights
Food was not great, same thing literally everyday.
Food was not great, same thing literally everyday.
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Wayne
Jan 19, 2025
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Stayed 10 nights
Need to improve managing the way to loud music constantly. Annoying! Food has a tendency to be colder than it should be from buffets as well as the restaurants.
Need to improve managing the way to loud music constantly. Annoying! Food has a tendency to be colder than it should be from buffets as well as the restaurants.
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Jessica Gina
May 18, 2026
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Stayed 4 nights
Beautiful lobby, main lower area, and cafe. The pool and lounge areas are glorious. It’s is the epitome of vacation vibes.
Beautiful lobby, main lower area, and cafe. The pool and lounge areas are glorious. It’s is the epitome of vacation vibes.
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Maria Luisa
May 18, 2026
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Stayed 4 nights
Need to keep families NEXT to each other. We were separated by one room and another 2 parties were between us. They were blasted the music two nights in a row and we had to call security. My daughters stayed between the two noisy and rude parties and that made me very nervous.
Need to keep families NEXT to each other. We were separated by one room and another 2 parties were between us. They were blasted the music two nights in a row and we had to call security. My daughters stayed between the two noisy and rude parties and that made me very nervous.
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Jane
Apr 23, 2026
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Stayed 8 nights
What a breath of fresh air. We did not have good accomodations at Crown Paradise Golden and was transferred free of any charges to Friendly Fun Vallarta. Friendly Fun was clean, well lit, the staff was attentive and very professional. Our room was clean, no gnats. There were several bars and restaurants to serve you. The adult side was very clean and low key, hardly any adults in the area, they were all with kids on the otherside. Morning coffee bars had all sorts of coffees and teas along with danishes and sweets. This is open all day and evening. The buffet changed up items daily. The pasta dishes and local dishes were excellent. Food could have been a bit hotter if you did not order off of the grill. Excellent omelets every morning. Several pools and many cabanas were there for you to enjoy, No need to worry about not getting a lounger or cabana, there were many. Located very close to the Malcone art center with a large walking path along the bay, has many stores, trinkets, jewelry, food and beverages to enjoy. Had a great time.
What a breath of fresh air. We did not have good accomodations at Crown Paradise Golden and was transferred free of any charges to Friendly Fun Vallarta. Friendly Fun was clean, well lit, the staff was attentive and very professional. Our room was clean, no gnats. There were several bars and restaurants to serve you. The adult side was very clean and low key, hardly any adults in the area, they were all with kids on the otherside. Morning coffee bars had all sorts of coffees and teas along with danishes and sweets. This is open all day and evening. The buffet changed up items daily. The pasta dishes and local dishes were excellent. Food could have been a bit hotter if you did not order off of the grill. Excellent omelets every morning. Several pools and many cabanas were there for you to enjoy, No need to worry about not getting a lounger or cabana, there were many. Located very close to the Malcone art center with a large walking path along the bay, has many stores, trinkets, jewelry, food and beverages to enjoy. Had a great time.
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Ian
Apr 14, 2026
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Stayed 7 nights
Most amenities were pretty good, but the dinner options were poor.
Most amenities were pretty good, but the dinner options were poor.
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Pascal
Apr 8, 2026
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Stayed 10 nights
Very clean place, quite, mostly adult, 15 min to the AirPort and zona romántica.
Very clean place, quite, mostly adult, 15 min to the AirPort and zona romántica.
FAQs about Friendly Fun Vallarta Different Experiences - All Inclusive
Is parking available at the property?
Yes, free self-parking is available on-site. There is also a fee of MXN 400 per night for parking motorcycles and off-road vehicles.
Does the hotel allow pets?
Yes, the property allows pets in specific rooms only, with a maximum pet fee of MXN 900 per pet, per night, and a pet deposit of MXN 1000 per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in time is at 15:00, and check-out time is at 12:00. Early check-in and late check-out are available for a fee, subject to availability.
What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?
The property offers limited wheelchair accessibility, including step-free entrances and accessible public areas. However, specific details about accessible rooms and facilities are not provided.
What is the hotel's location in relation to nearby attractions?
The hotel is located in Puerto Vallarta's Hotel Zone, just a 4-minute walk from La Isla and a 3-minute drive from Uno. It is 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from Malecon and 12.8 mi (20.6 km) from El Eden.
Does the hotel have a swimming pool?
Yes, the hotel features 3 outdoor swimming pools, including an infinity pool and a seasonal outdoor pool. Pool access is available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
What are the hotel's policies for guests staying with children?
Children 6 years old and younger can stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding. The hotel is family-friendly with amenities such as a Kids Club.
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- 2026-09-18: 341.33987749633786USD
- 2026-09-19: 214.6573USD
- 2026-09-20: 215.80630348052978USD
- 2026-09-21: 215.80519999999999USD
- 2026-09-22: 213.50939999999997USD
- 2026-09-23: 225.82636209564208USD
- 2026-09-24: 208.81282922515868USD
- 2026-09-25: 225.8534586730957USD
- 2026-09-26: 233.55466680603027USD
- 2026-09-27: 208.81282922515868USD
- 2026-09-28: 210.0657USD
- 2026-09-29: 209.860925541687USD
- 2026-09-30: 211.21359999999999USD
- 2026-10-01: 211.21359999999999USD
- 2026-10-02: 225.8534586730957USD
- 2026-10-03: 216.84460859680175USD
- 2026-10-04: 203.47168569641113USD
- 2026-10-05: 209.860925541687USD
- 2026-10-06: 210.0657USD
- 2026-10-07: 209.860925541687USD
- 2026-10-08: 237.73881975708005USD
- 2026-10-09: 248.680267098999USD
- 2026-10-10: 220.88725330657957USD
- 2026-10-11: 237.28471124572752USD
- 2026-10-12: 238.8963708328247USD
- 2026-10-13: 233.55466680603027USD
- 2026-10-14: 204.8103126724243USD
- 2026-10-15: 211.21359999999999USD
- 2026-10-16: 238.8963708328247USD
- 2026-10-17: 247.56666257324218USD
- 2026-10-18: 238.1172084854126USD
- 2026-10-19: 220.88725330657957USD
- 2026-10-20: 210.0657USD
- 2026-10-21: 211.5034650680542USD
- 2026-10-22: 210.0657USD
- 2026-10-23: 238.8307925613403USD
- 2026-10-24: 220.88725330657957USD
- 2026-10-25: 240.24766156158447USD
- 2026-10-26: 211.5034650680542USD
- 2026-10-27: 204.8103126724243USD
- 2026-10-28: 210.0657USD
- 2026-10-29: 210.0657USD
- 2026-10-30: 265.26545685272214USD
- 2026-10-31: 255.96747736206052USD
- 2026-11-01: 206.14895716400144USD
- 2026-11-02: 211.21359999999999USD
- 2026-11-03: 210.0657USD
- 2026-11-04: 223.8526032546997USD
- 2026-11-05: 252.82923128204345USD
- 2026-11-06: 739.5724786804199USD
- 2026-11-07: 1126.0618050354003USD
- 2026-11-08: 204.8103126724243USD
- 2026-11-09: 204.8103126724243USD
- 2026-11-10: 210.0657USD
- 2026-11-11: 210.0657USD
- 2026-11-12: 211.5034650680542USD
- 2026-11-13: 341.2393381591797USD
- 2026-11-14: 357.18662858886717USD
- 2026-11-15: 355.2729831634521USD
- 2026-11-16: 237.82191359252928USD
- 2026-11-17: 230.09811038208005USD
- 2026-11-18: 245.81909972534177USD
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools. Parking for motorcycles and off-road vehicles will have a fee of MXN 400 per night, per vehicle.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 18 years old.
- Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
- Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
- Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
- The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
- This property accepts credit cards and cash
- This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
- This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
- Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
- Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
- Reservations are required for massage services. Reservations can be made by contacting the hotel prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
- Up to 2 children 6 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
- Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
- The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
- The property allows pets in specific rooms only and has other pet restrictions (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
- Pet deposit: MXN 1000 per stay
- Pet fee: MXN 900 per pet, per night
- Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
- Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
Popular amenities
Activities
Swimming pool
Beach (Nearby)
Billiards
Playground
Pool Outdoor
Outdoor heated pool
Pool (Infinity)
Outdoor Furniture
Pool (Seasonal Outdoor)
Fitness Center (nearby)
General
Restaurant
Non-Smoking Rooms
Sauna
Hot Tub / Jacuzzi
Steam Room
Massage
Spa & Wellness Centre
Kids Club
Family Room
Snack Bar/Deli
Wheelchair Accessible (Limited)
Services
Dry Cleaning
Babysitting / Child Services
Housekeeping
Banquet Facilities
Currency Exchange
ATM / Cash Machine
Luggage Storage
Self Laundry
24-Hour Front Desk
Bingo
Parking
Parking
Free Parking
Parking Onsite
Internet
Free Wi-Fi