Grand Decameron Complex Bucerías, A Trademark All-Inclusive
Grand Velas Los Cabos
Our Rating
7.2
9.7
Star Rating
3.0
5.0
Room Count
620
307
Restaurants
8
7
Pools
5
4
Year Opened
1985
2016
Year Renovated
2009
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Features
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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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Grand Velas Los Cabos
Total Venues
21
11
Included
21
11
Extra Charge
0
0
Room Comparison
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Grand Velas Los Cabos
Room Categories
4
11
Suite Categories
1
11
Activities Comparison
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Grand Velas Los Cabos
Total Activities
28
27
Included
25
18
Extra Charge
3
9
Pros & Cons
Grand Decameron Complex Bucerías, A Trademark All-Inclusive
Pros
Playa Bucerías and the town itself are walkable from the resort — you can explore local restaurants and shops without a taxi, which few Puerto Vallarta all-inclusives offer.
Five specialty à la carte restaurants with genuine cuisine diversity (Italian, Mexican fusion, Japanese, Thai, Brazilian) — the food quality at these venues is above the all-inclusive average.
The Bay of Banderas creates calmer beach swimming conditions than the exposed Pacific coast alternatives.
Cons
Built in 1991 with a last major renovation in 2009 — visible wear in common areas and some room categories is the most frequent guest complaint.
Four children's pools versus one adults-only pool — this is an unambiguously family-oriented property; couples expecting a quiet resort atmosphere should look elsewhere.
Specialty restaurant reservations are limited and fill on arrival day during high season — guests who arrive late may miss preferred venues for their entire stay.
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
Cocina de Autor is restricted to adults and guests 18+ — families with younger children can't access the MICHELIN-starred restaurant during their stay
Summary
Grand Velas Los Cabos has a higher guest rating, while Grand Decameron Complex Bucerías, A Trademark All-Inclusive has more restaurants, while Grand Decameron Complex Bucerías, A Trademark All-Inclusive is the larger property, while Grand Decameron Complex Bucerías, A Trademark All-Inclusive has more dining venues, while Grand Decameron Complex Bucerías, A Trademark All-Inclusive offers more activities.
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
