Grand Decameron Montego Beach, A Trademark All Inclusive
Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit
Our Rating
6.0
9.8
Star Rating
3.0
5.0
Room Count
144
267
Restaurants
4
8
Pools
2
4
Year Opened
1975
2003
Year Renovated
—
2015
Features
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Grand Decameron Montego Beach, A Trademark All Inclusive
Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit
All-Inclusive
Yes
Yes
Adults Only
No
No
Beach Access
Yes
Yes
Spa
Yes
Yes
Kids Club
No
Yes
Dining Comparison
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Grand Decameron Montego Beach, A Trademark All Inclusive
Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit
Total Venues
10
9
Included
10
9
Extra Charge
0
0
Room Comparison
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Grand Decameron Montego Beach, A Trademark All Inclusive
Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit
Room Categories
2
12
Suite Categories
0
11
Activities Comparison
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Grand Decameron Montego Beach, A Trademark All Inclusive
Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit
Total Activities
25
23
Included
23
21
Extra Charge
2
2
Pros & Cons
Grand Decameron Montego Beach, A Trademark All Inclusive
Pros
Steps from the Hip Strip — the most centrally located all-inclusive in Montego Bay, giving guests the ability to step outside the resort gates for local food and nightlife.
2 km from Sangster Airport — the short transfer adds real time to short stays.
Excellent scuba diving directly from the property's beach, with the Montego Bay reef system praised by divers for marine diversity.
Live Jamaican reggae music in the lobby lounge is the real thing — not a show, actual local musicians.
Cons
Rooms in a 1980 property show their age — inconsistent hot water, maintenance issues, and threadbare towels are the most common specific complaints.
Pools close at 5-6 PM depending on the season — earlier than comparable properties, which frustrates guests who want late-afternoon swimming.
Mandatory resort fee ($4 per guest per night) and daily safe fee are payable on arrival — these are not disclosed as prominently in some booking channels.
Check-in can involve long lobby waits and occasionally room changes after arrival.
Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit
Pros
AAA Five Diamond and Forbes Five-Star simultaneously — one of the most decorated all-inclusive resorts in Mexico
Suites start at 1,000 sq ft with private terraces, ocean views, and 24-hour butler concierge — the entry level here exceeds most competitors' premium categories
Premium spirits, wines, and 24-hour room service are fully included — not standard at most all-inclusives, even premium ones
Banderas Bay is swimmable — actual ocean swimming possible, unlike Los Cabos Pacific corridor properties
Cons
Pool lounger competition peaks by 8 AM in high season (December through March) — early rising is required for preferred positions
Some ocean view suites have partial obstructions from palm trees or the Selva del Mar restaurant building — ask at booking about specific suite positioning
Summary
Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit has a higher guest rating, while Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit has more restaurants, while Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit is the larger property, while Grand Decameron Montego Beach, A Trademark All Inclusive has more dining venues, while Grand Decameron Montego Beach, A Trademark All Inclusive offers more activities.
