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
Piaf and Frida fill up during high season — book before arrival rather than assuming walk-in availability
Heritage Grand Perast by Rixos
Pros
The bay views from terrace rooms are genuinely hard to match in Montenegro — and the sea-view suite terrace is functional, not just decorative.
Breakfast at the Panoramic Restaurant is a consistent highlight: fresh, varied, and well-presented with a bay-facing terrace.
The thermal spa circuit (hammam, sauna, pool, steam room) is included in every booking — unusually generous for a B&B rate.
The car-free town of Perast means your immediate surroundings are genuinely quiet — no road noise, no traffic.
Cons
This is B&B, not all-inclusive — dinner, drinks, water sports, and excursions all add up fast if you're not budgeting for them.
Some rooms have compressor/ventilation noise, audible at night. Not universal, but specific enough to ask about at check-in.
Dinner quality lags behind breakfast — the two à la carte restaurants have received inconsistent reviews, while Perast's local restaurants are often better value.
Towel quality has been flagged by multiple guests as below what you'd expect at this price point.
Summary
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