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Dreams can become reality at an all inclusive paradise; Riu Jalisco is family-friendly and totally affordable, right on the shores of Banderas Bay in Nuevo Vallarta. The Spanish-style resort sports Moorish flourishes and a lush, Royal Palm-lined garden surrounds a twin-fountain pond on the path to a gorgeous mile-long stretch of Playa de Flamingos. Spectacular sunsets and spacious grounds with tons of activities for everyone helps ensure that your family will have a blast.
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"The Hotel is beautiful but it was packed to capacity so it was crowded and very noisy. Dining was an ordeal because of all the people. The beds were very uncomfortable and the drinks were bad." – leeny
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September 7, 2011
package was too good to be true
The Hotel is beautiful but it was packed to capacity so it was crowded and very noisy. Dining was an ordeal because of all the people. The beds were very uncomfortable and the drinks were bad.
The Riu Jalicso is a beautiful resort on an amazing beach. The food was delicious and the service was great. My only complaint is that there was no adult only area. I have never seen so many children. It is a great family resort but not the place for people without kids. There were 2 pools, one for kids. More kids were in the other pool. They are running crazy through the dining rooms. If you have kids this is the place to go.
We had a wonderful time. The food was excellent. The staff was wonderful, helpful and very friendly. The evening entertainment was outstanding. The entertainment staff did a wonderful job with all the children's activities and including as many children that wanted to be included. I would highly recommend this resort to anyone.
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Room Information
700 guestrooms in a six-story, elaborately decorated Spanish/Moorish building featuring a lobby with a bright-pink fountain courtyard and yellow-and-gray arches and a roof ornamented with blue-and-white-tile pyramids. Balconies and ground-floor terraces furnished with chairs and cocktail tables provide garden views. Decor and furnishings include pastel walls, tile floors, marble bathrooms with twin-sink granite vanities, and chairs and tables. Wood-paddle ceiling fans offer an alternative to rooms and suites' air-conditioning. Minibars are stocked with beer, soft drinks, and water. Each room is also equipped with satellite TV, telephone, hair dryer, and in-room safe ($).
The gorgeous stretch of beach is a real winner here. Families spend all afternoon on Playa de Flamingos and stick around for dramatic, dazzling sunsets.
What We'd Change
Since it's located in Nuevo Vallarta, it's a bit of a drive to the shopping and sights in downtown Puerto Vallarta. But most families never want to leave.
Why You Should Go
Riu Jalisco makes a dreamy all inclusive vacation an affordable reality for families looking for a getaway that's also friendly to kids.
Available Amenities
Activities/Tours Assistance
Banquet Facilities
Beach
Volleyball
Cable/Satellite TV
Child Care/Babysitting Services ($)
Children's Activities
Children's Pool
Conference Facilities
Cribs Available on Request
Daily Maid Service
Fitness/Exercise Room
Jacuzzi
Kayaks
Kids Club
Laundry Services ($)
Lounge Chairs/Umbrellas
Nightly Entertainment
Playground
Scuba Certification ($)
Snorkeling
Swim-Up Bar(s)
Internet Access ($)
Swimming Pool(s)
Tennis Court(s)
Windsurfing
24 Hour All-Inclusive
Sauna
Parking On-Site
Medical Services ($)
Ping Pong
Bicycle Rental
Horseback Riding ($)
Shuffleboard
4 Restaurants
5 Bars/Lounges
Bocce Ball
Porter/Bellhop
Nightclub
Shopping
Multilingual Staff
Wheelchair Accessible
Elevators
Fax Machine ($)
Spa ($)
Massage/Spa Treatments ($)
Beach Towels
Handicap Room Available
Wedding Services $$ -- Pre-arrange directly with resort
Dry Cleaning Services ($)
Sailing ($)
Business Services ($)
Boogie Boarding
Honeymoon Packages $$ -- Pre-arrange directly with resort
Wireless Hi-Speed Internet Access ($)
Amenities Subject to Change, with or without notice
Complimentary Beach Towels
Complimentary Pool Towels
Complimentary Sun Loungers at Beach and Pool
Free Parking
Tour and Island Information
Introductory Scuba Lesson
Handicap Room Available Upon Request
Additional Fees for some amenities may be required
In-Room Safe($)
Car Rental Available ($)
Gift Shop ($)
ATM/Banking ($)
Wireless Hi-Speed Internet Access in lobby (Complimentary)
Doctor on call 24 hours
Babysitting ($)
Hobie Cat with Instructor
All rooms Non-Smoking
Nearby Excursions & Attractions
Bars in the Area
Bicycles Nearby
Dive Shop Close by
El Arco, one of Mexico's famous natural wonders
Fishing Nearby
Fitness Center Nearby
Golf Nearby
Jet Ski Rental Nearby
Marina Close by
Medical Facilities Nearby
Motor Boating Nearby
Parasailing Nearby
Restaurants/Bars Nearby
Scuba Diving Nearby
Shops/Shopping in Area
Snorkeling Nearby
Spa Nearby
Swim with the Dolphins Nearby
Tennis Nearby
Volleyball Nearby
Whale-Watching
Windsurfing Nearby
Map of Local Area
Rapidly being acknowledged as a destination in its own right, the great choice of hotels and resorts guarantees that Riviera Nayarit can cater to everybody's vacation tastes and styles.
Riu Jalisco
Ave de los Cocoteros s/n Lote K
+52 32 22 26 66 00
Hotel Description
Riu Jalisco: All Inclusive Amenities, Full-Service Spa and Spectacular Sunsets
Dreams can become reality at an all inclusive paradise; Riu Jalisco is family-friendly and totally affordable, right on the shores of Banderas Bay in Nuevo Vallarta. The Spanish-style resort sports Moorish flourishes and a lush, Royal Palm-lined garden surrounds a twin-fountain pond on the path to a gorgeous mile-long stretch of Playa de Flamingos. Spectacular sunsets and spacious grounds with tons of activities for everyone helps ensure that your family will have a blast.
Start the day working on your tan while kids play in the calm Playa de Flamingos waters. Not in a beach mood? The kids can splash around the children's pool, while you swim up to the bar for a margarita. When it's time for food, Gran Dragon's Asian cuisine delights with platters of bite-sized sushi. Taste authentic Brazilian fare at poolside Nayarit where rodizio-style dinners have servers carving delicious beef and chicken right at the table as in a traditional churrascaria. After everyone's full, catch a nightly show or enjoy live music. Ready for a party? Head to Pacha for a night of clubbing, and if you want to check out a game, hit up the 24-hr Sports Bar.
Whether you stay out late or wake up with the birds, there's always something going on at Riu Jalisco. All inclusive perks mean families can stage kayak races, admire the shoreline from a pedal boat, chill on a Hobie cat or point out marine life to dazzled kids while snorkeling. Want to play around on the air gun shooting range but still keep the kids occupied? RiuLand keeps youngsters laughing and having a blast with games and activities while grown-ups have their fun, too. Schedule an appointment at Renova Spa for a bit of pampering or a relaxing massage.
After a full day of fun, you'll love heading back to the room for sweet dreams. The 700 guest rooms include mini bars and liquor dispensers, and the Double Room features a balcony or terrace with just the right amount of space to keep everyone happy.
Other Details
Location
Located 10 miles from Puerto Vallarta International Airport (PVR). Approximate driving time is 20 minutes.
Check-In/Check-Out
Check-in: 4pm. Check-out: 11am.
A valid credit card may be required upon check-in for possible incidentals not included in your hotel reservation.
There is a two-night minimum stay required at this resort with the following exceptions: there is three-night minimum stay when traveling during the following dates: May 11-12, June 16, July 15, September 14-16 & November 16-19 2012.
Spring Break Policy
No student groups under 21 or "Spring Breakers" are accepted at this resort at any time. Please be aware that at least ONE person per room must be 21 years of age or older to check in; the hotel reserves the right to request a passport or official ID as proof of age. If travel is booked and no one fulfills this requirement, you will be denied check-in at this resort.
Holy Week
In observance of Holy Week, some resorts in the Dominican Republic, Mexico and Costa Rica may put limits on the use of motorized water sports and loud music.
Currency Exchange
Please note that as of Jun 1, 2011, Riu Resorts in Mexico no longer accept or exchange US dollars at the front desk. ATMs are available in the lobby of each resort for withdrawals in Mexican currency.
Smoking Policy
Under Mexican legislation smoking is not permitted in the public areas of the hotel except in specifically designated areas
All Inclusive
The All Inclusive Plan Features:
All meals and snacks
Theme buffets on special evenings
Unlimited domestic and imported beverages all night long at sports bar
Mini bar re-stocking
In-room safe
Selected accommodations
Taxes and gratuities
All hotel guests are required to wear an "all inclusive" wristband for identification purposes.
Dining
Name: Don Emiliano
Type: Buffet
Hours: Breakfast, Daily 7am-10:30am; Dinner, Daily 6:30pm-10:30pm
Description: Air-conditioned, Mexican-decor, smoke-free dining room and terrace. Open for breakfast and dinner buffets. Theme dinners twice weekly.
Restaurant hours are subject to change; information is available at the front desk upon check-in.
Name: Gran Dragon
Type: Asian
Hours: Daily three seatings at 6:30pm, 7:45pm and 9pm
Description: ? la carte restaurant.
Reservations are required.
Restaurant hours are subject to change; information is available at the front desk upon check-in.
Name: Nayarit
Type: International
Hours: Lunch, Daily noon-5pm; Dinner, Daily two seatings at 6:30pm and 8:45pm
Description: Air-conditioned, ? la carte, poolside restaurant with featuring decorative tiles, colorful drapes, white linens. Italian lunch buffets. Brazilian rodizio-style dinners, with meats and chicken sliced tableside. Main course with table service, buffet starters and dessert.
Dinner reservations are required.
Dress code: for dinner, long pants and sleeved shirts for men.
Restaurant hours are subject to change; information is available at the front desk upon check-in.
Name: La Botana
Type: Grill
Hours: Daily noon-5pm
Description: Casual, open-air, beachfront grill, offering lunch buffet featuring grilled foods, burgers, salads, sandwiches, pastas, pizzas and quesadillas; and steakhouse-style dinner buffet featuring grilled meats, fish and chicken.
Restaurant hours are subject to change; information is available at the front desk upon check-in.
Bars
El Pancho
Open-air bar with wood ceilings and red-tile roofs located in resort's central plaza. Daily 6pm-midnight.
El Villa
Open-air bar with wood ceilings and red-tile roofs located in resort's central plaza. Daily 6pm-midnight.
La Cantina
Mexican-style, open-air lobby bar, live music three nights a week. Daily 10am-midnight.
Bahia Banderas
Poolside bar, swim-up bar. Daily 10am-6pm.
Sports Bar
Open 24 hours.
All hours subject to change.
Pools
The resort features two free-form swimming pools, a swim-up bar, a children's pool, two Jacuzzis and a sun terrace. Complimentary sun loungers, towels and umbrellas are available at the pools.
Beach
Palm trees shade the resort's 164-yard (150-m) section of a one-mile-long beach. Located in Banderas Bay, the resort offers the calm waters of Playa de Flamingos, perfect for swimming and watersports. Complimentary loungers are available at the beach.
Child Care
RiuLand Kid's Club offers supervised activities for children ages 4-7 and 8-12. Daily 10am-1:30pm and 4pm-5:30pm.
Kid's club hours are subject to change; information is available at the front desk upon check-in.
Water activities
The resort supplies boogie boards, kayaks, windsurfers, pedal boats, Hobie cat sailboats, catamarans, body boards, snorkeling gear and one introductory scuba diving lesson per guest in the pool.
Sports
Guests of the resort may enjoy:
Two floodlit, hard-surface tennis courts
One multipurpose sports pitch
Table tennis
Shuffleboard
French bowls
Air gun shooting
Volleyball
Sports available nearby for an additional charge:
Horseback riding
Golf
Bicycles
Spa Services
Renova Spa is a full-service spa located near the pool area (fees apply). Daily 8am-8pm. Hours subject to change.
Massage
Reflexology
Body wraps
Scrubs
Facials
Waxing
Henna tattoos
Hair and nail care (surcharges for all services)
Massages are also available in an open-air, thatched-roof palapa
Complimentary use of the Jacuzzi and the male and female aromatized sauna. Use of the Jacuzzi and sauna is restricted to guests over the age of 18.
Exercise Facilities
The resort's fitness center includes a variety of exercise equipment. Daily 7am-8pm. Hours subject to change.
Treadmills
Step-climbing machine
Excercise bikes
Weight machines for targeted body areas
Sauna
Jacuzzi
Use of the gym, Jacuzzi and sauna is restricted to guests over the age of 18. Sports shoes are compulsory when using the gym.
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Night Life
The resort's evening program includes nightly shows or live music. The resort also offers complimentary entrance to Pacha nightclub and drinks. 11pm-2am. Hours subject to change.
Internet
The resort offers the following Internet access options:
Use of computers with Internet access at the business center (fees apply)
90 min daily Wi-Fi access in the lobby (complimentary)
Wi-Fi access throughout the entire hotel (fees apply)