Puerto Vallarta, MexicoMarina Vallarta
Marriott Puerto Vallarta Resort & Spa
Beachfront family resort
Marina Vallarta   Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
Renovated
2019
Price
$$
Rated for
Wellness Resort SocialOutside the door
The house
MarriottBeachfront family resort
The resort is an easygoing crowd-pleaser on Banderas Bay, built for all-ages trips with expansive pools and breezy oceanfront dining.
What it’s good at
Notable
Banderas Bay beachfront grounds anchored by an expansive infinity pool and tennis courts.
What they say
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Marriott is the everyman’s hotel, perhaps everywhere, but certainly in Puerto Vallarta. The crowd is so diverse that it’s almost comical:
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
The marina boardwalk sits around the corner, home to boat charters and a bustling craft market every Thursday evening.
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The rooms
Rooms are simple and kid-proof, serving as easy resting spots between long afternoons at the pool and beach.
The pool
Bring a swimsuit.
A peninsula sun deck extends into the vast infinity pool, looking straight out over Banderas Bay.
The spa and courts
Oceanfront palapas host open-air massages, and dedicated courts sit tucked among palms for tennis and pickleball.
Restaurant
Las Casitas
Set under a thatched palapa right beside the sand, this open-air spot serves fresh Mexican seafood.
At the table
Mikado fires up live teppanyaki grills, and the lobby bar serves fresh ceviche against sweeping bay views.
How it began
Dozens of staff members have worked here since opening day in 1990, when the resort debuted under its original name, CasaMagna.
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Our shorthand
How we rate hotels.
The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.