Puerto Vallarta (North Hotel Zone / Banderas Bay), Mexico
Rating7.8
Rating7.8Activity program for adults: non-motorized water sports (kayaking, windsurfing, paddleboarding, boogie boarding, snorkeling), tennis, volleyball including 'tequila volleyball', pool sports, full fitness program (yoga, Pilates, aerobics, spinning), and nightly entertainment including Nitro Club. No kids' programming — this is entirely adult-oriented.
The resort's central pool. Heated, infinity edge with panoramic bay views. Integrated jacuzzi section. Swim-up pool bar runs 11am–6pm. The social anchor of the property — prime lounger positions fill by mid-morning.
Recent addition. Rooftop positioning with sweeping coastal views. More intimate than the main pool. Adjacent to the Sky7 bar (11am–7pm). Better for a quiet swim than the main pool.
General-use outdoor pool for adult guests. Less crowded than the infinity pool during peak hours.
Golden sand beach on Banderas Bay's sheltered northern arm. Generally calm water — suitable for swimming and non-motorized water sports year-round. Free beach cabanas and sun loungers. Complimentary drinks service from the oceanfront Breeze bar. Beach umbrellas are reportedly scarce — bring a beach umbrella or sun shirt if shade is a priority.
Included. Banderas Bay is generally calm in the morning — best conditions for kayaking.
Included equipment access.
Included beach equipment.
Pool-based team sport.
Instructor-led pool fitness.
Included gear. Banderas Bay has marine life worth exploring.
Stand-up paddleboarding on the bay.
Court access included.
Beach volleyball, including the 'tequila volleyball' format that guests mention by name in reviews.
Included. Full equipment access.
Included group classes.
Included sessions.
Included group classes.
Included high-energy cycling classes.
Included entertainment most evenings.
Included live performances at bars.
Included. Thursday through Saturday only — if late-night dancing every night matters, note this schedule.
Scheduled activities organized by the entertainment team throughout the day.
Included instruction. Salsa and other styles.
Culinary workshops and food demonstrations. Included.
Extra cost. May include equipment rental.
Extra cost. Jet skis and speedboats.
Extra cost. Nearby championship courses.
Seasonal (July–December). Extra cost. Humpback whales in Banderas Bay make this a legitimate excursion.
Extra cost. Boat trip to the 'hidden beach' — one of the most photographed spots near Puerto Vallarta.