Delta Hotels Riviera Nayarit, An All-Inclusive Resort
Grand Velas Los Cabos
Our Rating
8.1
9.7
Star Rating
4.0
5.0
Room Count
117
307
Restaurants
9
7
Pools
10
4
Year Opened
2021
2016
Year Renovated
2021
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Features
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Delta Hotels Riviera Nayarit, An All-Inclusive Resort
Grand Velas Los Cabos
All-Inclusive
Yes
Yes
Adults Only
No
No
Beach Access
Yes
Yes
Spa
Yes
Yes
Kids Club
Yes
Yes
Dining Comparison
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Delta Hotels Riviera Nayarit, An All-Inclusive Resort
Grand Velas Los Cabos
Total Venues
7
11
Included
7
11
Extra Charge
0
0
Room Comparison
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Delta Hotels Riviera Nayarit, An All-Inclusive Resort
Grand Velas Los Cabos
Room Categories
10
11
Suite Categories
4
11
Activities Comparison
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Delta Hotels Riviera Nayarit, An All-Inclusive Resort
Grand Velas Los Cabos
Total Activities
20
27
Included
19
18
Extra Charge
1
9
Pros & Cons
Delta Hotels Riviera Nayarit, An All-Inclusive Resort
Pros
17-pool Aqua Jungle complex is the largest aquatic footprint in the Riviera Nayarit all-inclusive category — compelling reason to book even without a beach.
24-hour fitness center is genuinely unusual at an all-inclusive and serves guests on any schedule.
10-treatment-room Tzicuri Spa in natural outdoor cabanas — the hillside jungle setting makes treatments more atmospheric than an interior spa.
Pet-friendly policy in Zafiro tower (first of any Marriott International all-inclusive in Mexico).
Cons
Hillside layout means golf cart dependency — waits happen during peak morning and evening hours, which affects access to the Teppanyaki and buffet.
No on-property beach: Tonati Beach Club is 10–15 minutes by shuttle and occasionally closes for private events without consistent advance notice.
Carbon Steel adults-only fire cooking restaurant from the 2025 expansion charges extra — confusing in an all-inclusive context.
No in-room kettles — an inconvenience for families with infants or guests who want tea outside of restaurant hours.
Grand Velas Los Cabos
Pros
The only all-inclusive in the world simultaneously holding Forbes Five Stars, AAA Five Diamonds, and a MICHELIN-starred restaurant — a genuine distinction, not a marketing claim
Cocina de Autor's 8-10 course tasting menu with wine pairing is fully included in the all-inclusive rate — at a standalone restaurant this would cost hundreds per person
Every suite starts at 1,081 sq ft with ocean views, private terrace jacuzzi, and 24-hour butler concierge — the entry suite here exceeds most competitors' top categories
Three-tier infinity pools naturally segregate family, activity, and adult-only zones without restricting access — practical design rather than strict policy
Cons
Beach is not swimmable — Los Cabos Pacific currents make ocean swimming dangerous; the infinity pools are where guests actually swim
Summary
Grand Velas Los Cabos has a higher guest rating, while Delta Hotels Riviera Nayarit, An All-Inclusive Resort has more restaurants, while Grand Velas Los Cabos is the larger property, while Grand Velas Los Cabos has more dining venues, while Grand Velas Los Cabos offers more activities.
Cocina de Autor is restricted to adults and guests 18+ — families with younger children can't access the MICHELIN-starred restaurant during their stay
Rates start around $1,600/night in low season and $1,800+ in peak winter — a significant commitment that requires being genuinely invested in the Five Diamond experience to justify
