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Hotel Riu Vallarta - All Inclusive

3.5 star property
Four outdoor pools await at this all-inclusive beachfront retreat where guests can soak up the sun or enjoy rejuvenating aromatherapy treatments at Renova Spa

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Hotel Riu Vallarta offers an all-inclusive experience with beach access, sun loungers, and massage services. Visitors love the attentive staff, quality dining, and swim-up bar at this eco-certified property steps from Nuevo Vallarta Beach.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

About this property

Hotel Riu Vallarta - All Inclusive

  • All-inclusive family-friendly property near Bay of Banderas
  • Located close to Playa Bucerías and Nuevo Vallarta Beach, Hotel Riu Vallarta - All Inclusive provides a free breakfast buffet, a swim-up bar, and a poolside bar. With a beachfront location, beach massages, and sun loungers, this property is the perfect place to soak up some sun. Treat yourself to a hot stone massage, a manicure/pedicure, or a facial at Renova Spa, the onsite spa. At the 4 on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, and Asian cuisine. Fitness classes are offered at the health club; other things to do include windsurfing, volleyball, and surfing/body boarding. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a grocery/convenience store and shopping on site.
  • Additional perks include:
    • 4 outdoor pools and a children's pool, along with pool umbrellas and a swim-up bar
    • Free self parking
    • Limo/town car service, a bike on site, and ATM/banking services
    • Motorized watercraft on site, massage treatment rooms, and a 24-hour front desk
    • Guest reviews speak highly of the dining options, beach locale, and helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All 678 rooms boast comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
  • More amenities include:
    • Recycling and LED light bulbs
    • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and showers
    • Flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
    • Balconies or patios, childcare services, and coffee/tea makers

All inclusive details

  • This property is all-inclusive. Onsite food and beverages are included in the room price (some restrictions may apply).

Gratuities and taxes

  • Gratuities are included.

Food and beverages

  • All meals, snacks, and beverages included

Activities and facilities/equipment

  • All land activities and use of recreational facilities and equipment are included.

Entertainment

  • Onsite entertainment and activities

Awards and affiliations

  • Eco-Certified Property
  • This property participates in Ecostars, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

This property does not permit name changes on reservations. The name on the booking must match the name of the guest who is checking in and staying at the property; photo ID is required.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

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; cash is not accepted
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, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
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
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Covid-19 Health Protocol (RIU)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Due to Mexican government regulations, Riu Hotels and Resorts will no longer exchange US dollars for Mexican pesos at their properties located in Mexico.

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel Riu Vallarta - All Inclusive have a pool?

Yes, this property has 4 outdoor pools and a children's pool.

Is Hotel Riu Vallarta - All Inclusive pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Hotel Riu Vallarta - All Inclusive?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Hotel Riu Vallarta - All Inclusive?

Check-out is at noon.

Are there all-inclusive benefits at Hotel Riu Vallarta - All Inclusive?

Yes, the property is all-inclusive. All food and beverages are included.

Where is Hotel Riu Vallarta - All Inclusive located?

Nestled on the beach, this Nuevo Nayarit property is within 1 mi (2 km) of Bay of Banderas and Nuevo Vallarta Beach. Vallarta Adventures and Nayar Vidanta Golf are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

9.0

Cleanliness

8.6

Amenities

9.0

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1975 out of 3728 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 933 out of 3728 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 493 out of 3728 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 172 out of 3728 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 155 out of 3728 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Hector

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They have a wide variety of food from breakfast to dinner. All bars also offered a wide variety of drinks. The staff was super friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Noah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean rooms friendly staff good food
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the service and food were amazing, especially the entertainments. We enjoyed our week there.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jose

Staff was friendly, night shows were great
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Noah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was clean, service was great, food was amazing.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lisa Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a great hotel on the beach and has pools lots of activities for the family to do
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lori Lynn

Great resort with great food & wonderful staff!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The buffet was always amazing, the staff were so kind and helpful. Everything was beautiful and clean!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Valerie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were very clean. Staff was awesome
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kendra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely loved my stay at this beach hotel! 🌊☀️ From the moment we arrived, the staff made us feel so welcome and taken care of. The rooms were spotless, beautifully decorated, and waking up to that ocean view every morning was unreal.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kiki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great food including breakfast. They should have a 24/7 coffee bar.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ariel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room good breakfast good drinks
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Gabriela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Food was great! Staff was very kind!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very attentive kept our room clean! Will be going back
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jessika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved this resort. Clean rooms, yummy food. The passion fruit margarita was a personal favorite. Will definitely be back
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Janice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There was ample seating around the pool decks and it was very clean. The pools were nice and not too cold!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Qiang

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, good variety of food in buffet. Close to beach. It’s just a bit far from the downtown area.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Matthew James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast buffet offered a good selection. It was kept fresh & clean.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was better than I could have imagined. Staff were so nice and welcoming.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Krista

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was all around pretty awesome. However, I wish the gym was a little bigger and had air conditioning. Otherwise, a great stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was fresh. A wide variety of foods to choose from. The staff was friendly and inviting. Enjoyed the Zumba session with Mimi! I would definitely stay there again
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

jesus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The only thing I didn’t really like was beer selection . Very limited . Mixed drinks were pretty good though .
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sandy

Liked: Cleanliness
My kids love it. The upgrades were amazing and check in was easy! Great staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Tamara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was wonderful... the staff were friendly, the entertainment was interesting and vibrant, and the food was delicious.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

John Alejandro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were clean daily and thouroughly
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026