Fiesta Americana Riviera Nayarit: Wyndham Alltra Vallarta

We spent 2 weeks at the Alltra, We did book the Clubroom Junior Suite Ocean View King on the 6th floor, the view was great could see for miles, The room was large very good bed and quiet, the A/C worked good, The club is worth booking as they have hot meals 3 times daily and great salads, coffee and all drinks , and bottled water whenever you wanted, also you can book the restaurants with the concierge on the 7th floor, and check in and check out without ever having to line up. The food at the  [... read more]resort was great , drinks were good ,Dos Equis beer on tap, The staff and service was amazing everyone working at the resort seemed happy. We did have a few minor problems with the room the first day and the maintenance department were on it within minutes. Bars and Paradise Mall is within walking distance and if not Uber or taxi is a short wait. Pools are good and good shade from the trees and the south side of the Condo buildings on the property, beach is quite large. The Sunset and Lobby bar do need to have more seating as it is couches in the lobby for now, but I think this will change as most customers let there concerns known in a meet and greet optional meeting. We did tour neighboring resorts and for the price point the Alltra is good.

Melia Puerto Vallarta: Just okay

Grounds were nice. Rooms are very outdated, pictures online are not what you're getting. Need more food options, buffet was the same thing on repeat and only 2 other restaurants. Expected more. Area was nice, short walk to the marina.

Grand Decameron Complex Bucerias Trademark: Awesome location

Beautiful grounds, excellent pools. Rooms are "tired" but clean. Food needs improvement, most items seam recycled, and all lacking flavour. Even the specialty restaurants, are lacking. The staff is very friendly and helpful. Frustrated by signs all over stating no reserving pool side loungers, yet all have towels, bags, etc on them by 8am, and folks often don't show up to use them for 3 or 4 hours.

Sheraton Buganvilias Puerto Vallarta Hotel: Lovely Hotel

This was a lovely location and hotel. The staff were excellent! Service was great! Food we loved. We only did one ali carte as we enjoyed the food at the pool (ordering from a menu) as well as the dining room. Mexican night on Thursday nights was fabulous! For improvement: More entertainment would be appreciated. Also the lobby bar could use some improvement. The music that they play is far from welcoming or relaxing. Not inviting at all. I would of liked more calm relaxing music. The [... read more] decor could use lift to make it more inviting. The staff at the bar were good, service was good. Just not a place to relax and visit over a nice drink. Music way to loud and not relaxing! I gave the beach/pool a 4 for the pool, the beach is rocking would only be a 2 to me. Lovely listening to the ocean though.

Decameron Isla Coral: Basic but Satisfactory

We are from Canada and booked this resort very last minute (just a week before we left) for our “babymoon.” We paid $2,200 each for the week which was a bit pricey for what you get, but maybe you can find cheaper pricing if you book far enough in advance. I would say this resort is probably worth spending around $1,800 for the week. The hotel is about an hour and a half ride on the bus from the airport in PVR and is mostly on a windy road. If you get car sick, this drive won’t be a good idea [... read more] for you. We were torn between which of the three resorts to choose from, and I’m glad we went with Isla Coral as it was the smallest resort and the beach area was the quietest. The Marina had the exact same layout. Los Cocos seems to be a different style/layout but is not on the beach (you have to walk across the street). Arrival: We didn’t realize that there was a time change from Puerto Vallarta - the time is an hour behind. Not a huge deal but good to know! Most of the staff don’t speak English, so there is a language barrier. We got checked in but nothing was explained to us. We were simply provided our ID, got our room keys and a brochure and were left to our own devices. Food: We checked out the buffets at all 3 locations and everything was the same. The only difference between the food at the different resorts (aside from the speciality restaurants) was that Los Cocos had an official snack bar - but you can get the same burgers etc at the buffets. Buffets were good, but pretty basic. The food was good quality and we didn’t get sick, it was just repetitive. We did have two Mexican themed nights which were the best. We tried to get into the steakhouse speciality restaurant but it seemed to be closed everyday. We now think that it was only opened on Fridays, maybe Saturdays? The problems were that 1) we weren’t advised at check in of the dates the speciality restaurants were open - it seems they weren’t all open everyday 2) you have to go to the front desk at 9am in the morning to reserve a speciality restaurant, which we weren’t told about. We just got lucky one day when I went to ask about the restaurant booking procedure as the Marina was open that evening and still had a spot open for the evening and they let us book it. We aren’t big seafood fans, so we only ended up trying one speciality restaurant at the Marina called the El Dorado (Mediterranean), which was decent enough. You get access to an app where you are supposed to be able to book the seafood restaurant at Los Isla but it didn’t work for us. I would venture out for some food as the buffet gets repetitive and boring. Also, the drip coffee at the buffet was pretty weak, and there is a cappuccino machine hiding in the back of the speciality restaurant area but was pretty nasty tasting coffee. Here are some off resort recommendations, all within 10 minutes walking distance from the resort: #1 Juan's Place - actually so good. You must go here. On the beach. Cash only. #2 Tonita - right beside the resort on the beach. Most authentic Mexican restaurant and also the guac is the best we’ve ever had. Cash only. #3 The Albatross - decent food, we had steak and salmon. It’s not a must go, but it’s another nice location on the beach. They accept credit cards. Coffee: #1 Cafe Nay - about 5 minutes from the resort. Great coffee. They accept credit cards. They aren’t consistently open though so check the hours on google. #2 - Coffee House - about a 10 minute walk from the resort. You have to cross the highway by the gas station. This is a modern/Mexican chain. Coffee is good and they also have sandwiches and pastries etc. They accept credit cards. There is also a convenience store a few steps away from the hotel for snacks/coffee etc. Rooms: You are technically getting an ocean view room, but the balconies are all facing the pool side so it’s noisy/uncomfortable sitting on your balcony because you don’t have any real privacy - we unfortunately didn’t use our balcony as a result. I’m not sure how you score the few rooms that are actually directly facing the ocean, but it may just be luck of the draw. Rooms are very basic. Beds and pillows are rock hard. I would suggest bringing your own pillow if you can (I slept with my airplane pillow). Sheets/linens are nice, although very thin - but it was hot so didn’t need anything more. We didn’t have face cloths on the first day but then they consistently brought us fresh ones everyday which was nice. They also provided us with fresh towels everyday, and one day when we needed extras we went to the front desk and they gave us some more no problem. It was also hit or miss when we would get a shower mat (hence we needed more towels). They have a mini split in the room so you can control the air conditioning which is great. They supply you with a big 1L of bottled water everyday, and you can ask the front desk if you need more. They also have a water cooler in the buffet area to fill up your water if needed. Beach/Pool: As all the reviews reflect, the beach is amazing and the resort is on the beach. It’s really nice because it’s easy to run back and forth to your hotel room. There was never an issue getting a chair on the beach, no matter what the time was. For some reason it was a common occurrence for many different groups of people to be blaring their own music which was frustrating when trying to relax/read. The buskers were very consistent on the beach and a bit annoying when you were trying to relax but they were nice and typically left when you said no without further pushing. The pool was decent, and even though it was shaded during the day, it was nice to escape the heat and go into for a quick cool down. In terms of the pool towels, do not panic about bringing your towel back before 6pm. You can just keep it in your room and exchange for a new towel whenever you would like. You can also exchange for your pool towel card at any point. We just turned in our towels at check out instead of our pool towel cards and we didn’t have any issues. Other: 1. There were bathrooms pool side/beside the buffet and a few steps up from the beach was great 2. We found the resort to be clean 4. Cash - this may be new, but US cash is not really accepted (we read that US cash was widely accepted in Puerto Vallarta area and because we booked last minute, we didn’t have time to get Pesos). The resort will only exchange Canadian currency and there are no banks within walking distance. 5. Market - there is a local market right by the resort on Monday. The town is also really close by and has lots of shops to explore. 6. The resort isn’t filled with your typical North American crowd. You have a lot of different cultures and locals which to us was a nice change. Overall, we enjoyed our stay although this resort wouldn’t have been a typical choice for us.

Tropicana Hotel: Loved the Tropicana!

The Tropicana is located in the Romantic Zone, amid the cobblestone streets and directly on the beach. The rooms all have a balcony overlooking the grounds and the beach. The room is large and spotless; housekeeping cleans it and replaces the towels daily. The tv has Canadian, American and Spanish stations. The restaurant is clean with very attentive wait staff. We had breakfast included in our fee but it wasn’t a great idea because there was little choice. We basically ate the same thing every  [... read more]day. No matter, the hotel is close to literally hundreds of restaurants. The hotel had two lovely pools but not a lot of room around them for chairs. People lined up before 9 when the chairs were put out and threw their towels on them to reserve them and sometimes didn’t come back for hours. Although this is against the hotel rules, they didn’t enforce it. Before 8 am, people lined up to get the best chairs on the beach. No matter though as the staff brought out as many as needed, and they were under regular or palm umbrellas. The scenery and sunsets from our balcony were spectacular. I really loved this hotel and Puerto Vallarta, and wouldn’t hesitate to stay here again. I should mention also that it is evident that PV is very gay friendly. I was happy to see our lgbt+ brothers and sisters enjoy themselves in a beautiful, safe place where they are catered to.

Buenaventura Grand Hotel and Great Moments: Some changes required

We have been going to Buenaventura for 20 years, we love the staff, the location and the vibe from this resort Each year we go and meet up with our many friends and reconnect and explore what new updates the resort has completed, each time we go there is always something new A concern from this trip was the food choices at the Buffet and the one and only a la carte restaurant Breakfast at the Buffet was delicious although it was noticed that the fruit selection was limited and the bacon wa [... read more]s hit or miss The hotel needs to embrace the coffee and tea drinkers of todays generation I had to go searching each day for a cup of tea Why don’t you set up a coffee bistro The menus have changed at the sunset restaurant since the last time we were there they eliminated the soup and salad bar at lunch and several of the staples , the club house sandwich the shrimp screwers We actually didn’t go to for dinner because there wasn’t anything that interested us on the menu several other guests said they were disappointed as well Our room was perfect and always clean One negative regarding the pool side The hotel needs to purchase more chairs and umbrellas The solution of “the pool cop” isn’t working People weren’t allowed to be away from their lounger for more then 15 mins or your stuff was removed We had to stagger our time away or notify that we would be going to breakfast where we were told we had 20 mins Not a relaxing trip Other then that we had a great time as always

Costa Sur Resort and Spa: Quiet location

We thoroughly enjoyed our week at Costa Sur. Yes the property is dated but location is superb and clean. They are working on renovating! We had a suite on the 8th floor and views of whales and the sound of crashing waves could not be beat. This is the quietest resort we have ever enjoyed in the PV area. Bed was comfy and room was cleaned spotlessly every day by Yanet. Bathroom was large and shower worked well. Kitchenette came in handy for snacks. Daily bottled water would have been nice however [... read more] we had no problem buying a big jug at the mini market in the lobby. Loved that we could hop on the local bus for 10 pesos to go into town (10 minutes) and explored Mismaloya and Boca de Tomatlan (20-30 minutes). Lots of great restaurants not far away. The Cascada restaurant on site was good and we had great service from Rafael, Mauricio and many others. Staff are simply wonderful! Only suggestion would be to have gluten free bread and buns available for those who need them. Staff were good at accomodating gluten free requests otherwise. We loved being able to swim on the beach in the sheltered lagoon. Only thing missing was a walkable beach. Note that when tides are high the beach is closed off. This happened one day of our stay.

Grand Decameron Complex Bucerias Trademark: Not What it Once Was

The grounds are very well kept. The rooms...you get what you pay for. The food is hit or miss. There is no pool side service, the beach bartenders are disinterested at best, the a la carts have become very difficult to book, and this is also the first time I've ever seen a cockroach scurrying under the lounge chairs by the pools.

Decameron Los Cocos Guayabitos Ramada: Friendly

It's a colorful place, I hope it stays that way once the renovation is completed. Beach is nice, food is good, atmosphere is friendly. Place is kept spotlessly clean. A bit noisy at times. Can get crowded on weekends.

Grand Decameron Complex Bucerias Trademark: very disappointing!

this hotel has lots of potential but fails to deliver! the pool chairs are hard plastic, you have to buy a floaty to sit on them. the pillows and lumpy and hard. there are no side tables by the pool so you have to put your drink on the ground and hope the ants don't get in. The food is bland and always the same. Ice cream is available in only one spot for only 2 hours a day. The sinks are clogged, the shower leaks and the water is NOT potable. I could go on about all the small things they could  [... read more]do to improve the customer experience but you get the idea!

Grand Decameron Complex Bucerias Trademark: Very good resort.

This was a first experience at an all-inclusive and it was a great experience. The amenities were well maintained. The hospitality and enthusiasm of the staff were superb. There were scheduled activities available for all age groups. Certainly I would be a repeat customer.

Samba Vallarta: nice smaller hotel

The rooms are dated (plumbing) however the beds are comfortable and great pillows!! The lobby isnt that great if you have family/group of friends no ambiance and uncomfortable sofa/chairs no where to play cards. The pool is good. The beach is great but beach chairs are old and uncomfortable. But they have nice beds near pool area facing ocean. the food is just okay... you wont starve but lacks in salad bar area..but I understand they are currently doing renovations. friendly staff and  [... read more]clean surroundings

Grand Decameron Complex Bucerias Trademark: Great Resort, noticeable improvements this year over last year.

The hotel was Great, clean, service was exceptional in all areas, our maids were excellent! They really have to work on assess-ability to the specialty restaurants! I like sitting around the activity pool, but some time a little to loud!

Melia Puerto Vallarta: Wonderful Service

Service was amazing, food was wonderful, room and grounds were always clean. Thanks Manuela at tripcentral for her care and attention to all the details in our booking. We really appreciated it and will use her for all our travel services.

Krystal Grand Nuevo Vallarta: Needs some TLC

First, the good things… the food was quite good , especially in The Grill a la carte restaurant. The staff were amazing - helpful and lovely. Now for the not so good. The rooms were in rough shape. We could only use the wand in the shower (which had broken off the wall), doors fell off their hinges when we opened them and the room was just generally in rough shape. The internet was almost nonexistent which made it difficult to make a reservation at the restaurants as it had to be done onlin [... read more]e. Everyday there were people lined up at the concierge desk trying to make restaurant reservations. They need to make a lot of improvements at this resort. I would not recommend it nor would I go back.

Canto Del Sol: Resort is old but clean

This resort is old but fairly clean if your looking to go somewhere to be pampered and are used to 4 star or better don’t go there the resort buffet is very poorly set up but you can find things to eat if your patient and early for dinner or lunch the staff were very good but they are under staffed for the amount of people that are there the el le carts were okay but not very consistent with the quality of food except the Italian which was good both times surf and turf was amazing first time but [... read more] disappointing the next two times we prob won’t visit this place again but the location is great if you wanna explore puerto Vallarta

Decameron Los Cocos Guayabitos Ramada: Older but nice resort

This is an older resort. The grounds were well kept, clean and constantly maintained. The rooms are okay but in some locations the birds make a mess on the balconies. The rooms were spacious, well cleaned and comfortable. The dining was good. The food is more traditional Mexican which was a nice change. I have dietary issues but there were always options. There was nightly entertainment which was well produced and entertaining. This resort shows its age in some areas but we noticed that they wer [... read more]e up grading the doors in some buildings and mattress in others. The staff were accommodating, friendly, and always willing to help. It should be noted that you can use the facilities and the bar at the two sister resorts on this beach. We enjoyed walking the beach and being able to stop for a rest and refreshment on the other end of the beach. It should be noted that this is a Mexican resort, with mainly Mexican clients, a Mexican atmosphere and Mexican is the language most spoken. Many of the staff were bilingual (Spanish/English) and the clients were more than helpful. This is a small town where people are polite and courteous in the streets. This is not Puerto Vallarta or anything like it. We hope to go again soon.

Costa Sur Resort and Spa: Costa Sur Resort & Spa – 4.75/5

We stayed at Costa Sur Resort & Spa for 10 nights at the end of February 2025 and had a fantastic experience. The resort is located about 20-30 minutes south of the airport, depending on traffic. Check-In & Room: Check-in was smooth and quick, and we were pleased with our well-appointed 10th-floor room. The king-size bed was comfortable with plenty of pillows, and there was ample storage between the dresser, nightstands, and two closets (which included hangers, an iron and ironing board, and [... read more] a safe). The living space had a sofa, coffee table, and a kitchen table with chairs. The kitchen was well-equipped with a mid-sized fridge that kept our drinks ice cold, a two-burner gas stove, pots, pans, and dishes for four. The bathroom had a large shower enclosure, a hairdryer, ample towels, and provided toiletries. Our balcony, while small and unfurnished, offered incredible views, making it a perfect spot for whale watching and even spotting massive stingrays. We brought our chairs outside in the evenings to enjoy the sunsets. The sound of the waves was a soothing white noise at night, though depending on the tide, it could get quite loud—but closing the sliding door helped. Resort & Amenities: The property had two pools, with the larger one always very warm. The activities staff, Jose and Henry, did a great job engaging guests in water aerobics, bingo, ping pong, darts, water volleyball, and even bartender lessons. Poolside food and drink service was available, which was a nice touch. Dining & Service: Our booking included free breakfast, which consisted of juice, coffee, a fruit plate, two eggs (any style), a choice of meat, refried beans, and Mexican breakfast potatoes. Chilaquiles or hotcakes were also options. The food was good, but the service was hit or miss—not due to the friendliness of the staff (who were great) but likely because their ordering system could use an update for better organization. Overall Experience: It was nice to stay at a resort that wasn’t part of a giant chain—it had a more personal and relaxed feel. The guest mix was mostly people in their 50s and 60s, including many retirees from Canada and colder parts of the U.S. We really enjoyed our stay and will be booking again for 2026 for sure. Highly recommend!

Tropicana Hotel: Great Location and Great Value

The Tropicana Hotel in Puerto Vallarta is great value for your money. The hotel is very clean and the service was very good. They are continuously making improvements for example, this year a new beach grill. Last year, they installed wifi in all of the rooms. The breakfast plan options are limited, simple but adequate. It is worth the convenience and cost not to have to go out for breakfast. The security, gardners, reception staff, bellhops, pool cleaners, towel lady, cleaners and waiters [... read more] all work extremely hard to provide an exceptional experience. One suggestion would be to upgrade the lounges at the pool and to provide additional plugs in the rooms. At times, the wait staff were short staffed on the beach, but they did their best to keep up with the demands. The location is perfect for exploring the Romantic Zone and there are restaurants and stores just steps away. It is easy to walk many places from the Tropicana Hotel.