Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit vs Ocean Coral Spring
Velas Resorts vs Ocean by H10 Hotels — Side-by-side resort comparison
Key Metrics
| Metric | Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit | Ocean Coral Spring |
|---|---|---|
| Our Rating | 9.8 | 8.1 |
| Star Rating | 5.0 | 5.0 |
| Room Count | 267 | — |
| Restaurants | 8 | 10 |
| Pools | 4 | 5 |
| Year Opened | 2003 | — |
| Year Renovated | 2015 | — |
Features
| Metric | Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit | Ocean Coral Spring |
|---|---|---|
| All-Inclusive | Yes | Yes |
| Adults Only | No | No |
| Beach Access | Yes | Yes |
| Spa | Yes | Yes |
| Kids Club | Yes | Yes |
Dining Comparison
| Metric | Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit | Ocean Coral Spring |
|---|---|---|
| Total Venues | 9 | 21 |
| Included | 9 | 19 |
| Extra Charge | 0 | 2 |
Room Comparison
| Metric | Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit | Ocean Coral Spring |
|---|---|---|
| Room Categories | 12 | 13 |
| Suite Categories | 11 | 13 |
Activities Comparison
| Metric | Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit | Ocean Coral Spring |
|---|---|---|
| Total Activities | 23 | 21 |
| Included | 21 | 18 |
| Extra Charge | 2 | 3 |
Pros & Cons
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
- Piaf and Frida fill up during high season — book before arrival rather than assuming walk-in availability
Ocean Coral Spring
Pros
- The combination of Thali (Indian) and Sugar Cane (Jamaican) restaurants gives this resort a more genuinely varied dinner rotation than most Caribbean all-inclusives, where Italian, seafood, and Mexican cover 90% of the specialty menus.
- The shared beach and facility access with adjacent Ocean Eden Bay effectively doubles the pool and lounger inventory — useful during peak occupancy when the main pools are crowded.
Cons
- Trelawny's location means guests who want to explore Montego Bay's bars, restaurants, or shopping are looking at a 35–45 minute drive each way — factor this into evening plans.
Summary
Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit has a higher guest rating, while Ocean Coral Spring has more restaurants, while Ocean Coral Spring has more dining venues, while Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit offers more activities.