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Friendly Fun Vallarta Different Experiences - All Inclusive.

3.5 star property
Family fun on the beach, with 3 outdoor pools, near La Isla

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Friendly Fun Vallarta Different Experiences, near La Isla, offers relaxation with three outdoor pools and aromatherapy at Grand Spa. Travelers enjoy on-site shopping, a coffee shop, and beach activities like kayaking and volleyball. The attentive staff consistently earns praise.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • All inclusive
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Gym

Room options

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Room Superior

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 4

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Pet Friendly Garden View Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Minibar
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds OR 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(20 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Cable channels
  • 44 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Deluxe Partial Bay View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Cable channels
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Pool View Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds OR 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Room Standard with Garden View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 4

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DLX Panoramic Bay View | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

DLX Panoramic Bay View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Minibar
  • 44 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
Blvd. Francisco Medina Ascencio #2199, north hotel zone, Puerto Vallarta, 48333

What's nearby

  • Plaza Caracol - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • La Isla - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Hotel Zone Beach - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Playa Las Glorias - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Cruise Ship Terminal - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • Licenciado Gustavo Diaz Ordaz Intl. Airport (PVR) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Food Park PV - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪La Trattoria - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Deli Express - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪El Patron Restaurant & Cantina - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Marranos - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Friendly Fun Vallarta Different Experiences - All Inclusive.

All-inclusive family-friendly hotel near La Isla
Located close to Uno and Malecon, Friendly Fun Vallarta Different Experiences - All Inclusive. provides 2 poolside bars, a coffee shop/cafe, and an arcade/game room. With a beachfront location, kayaking, and beach volleyball, this hotel is the perfect place to soak up some sun. Indulge in a Swedish massage, aromatherapy, and a body treatment at Grand Spa, the onsite spa. Be sure to enjoy breakfast and dinner at the 4 on-site restaurants. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with laundry facilities and 2 bars.
Additional perks include:
  • 3 outdoor pools and a children's pool, along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • An area shuttle, a porter/bellhop, and ATM/banking services
  • A TV in the lobby, a banquet hall, and a front-desk safe
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 300 rooms have comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and hair dryers
  • LCD TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, daily housekeeping, and phones

All inclusive details

This hotel is all-inclusive. Onsite food and beverages are included in the room price (some restrictions may apply).

Gratuities and taxes

Gratuities are included and additional gratuities at guests' discretion are accepted.

Food and beverages

All buffet meals, snacks, and beverages included

Activities and facilities/equipment

All land activities and use of recreational facilities and equipment are included.

Water activities

Kayaking

Land activities

Fitness facilities
Volleyball

Entertainment

Onsite entertainment and activities

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 poolside bars
  • 4 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Rest. Villalinda

Things to do

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Beach volleyball
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Kayaking
  • Outdoor padel court
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 5 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • On the bay
  • On the beach
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Hot stone massages
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 14 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with cable channels

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Parking for motorcycles and off-road vehicles will have a fee of MXN 400 per night, per vehicle.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of MXN 900 per pet, per night, plus a deposit of MXN 1000 per stay
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 6 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet deposit: MXN 1000 per stay
  • Pet fee: MXN 900 per pet, per night
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

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Frequently asked questions

Does Friendly Fun Vallarta Different Experiences - All Inclusive. have a pool?

Yes, this property has 3 outdoor pools and a children's pool. Pool access is from 8:00 AM–9:00 PM.

Is Friendly Fun Vallarta Different Experiences - All Inclusive. pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows pets (limit 2 total). There's a deposit of MXN 1000 per stay and a fee of MXN 900 per pet, per night. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Friendly Fun Vallarta Different Experiences - All Inclusive.?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Friendly Fun Vallarta Different Experiences - All Inclusive.?

Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Are there all-inclusive benefits at Friendly Fun Vallarta Different Experiences - All Inclusive.?

Yes, the property is all-inclusive. All food and beverages are included, and activities include kayaking, volleyball, and more.

Where is Friendly Fun Vallarta Different Experiences - All Inclusive. located?

Located in Hotel Zone, this beachfront hotel is in the entertainment district and within 3 mi (5 km) of La Isla, Uno, and Malecon. Bay of Banderas and Los Arcos are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Reviews

Friendly Fun Vallarta Different Experiences - All Inclusive. Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.6

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.4

Eco-friendliness

7.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 391 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 353 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 144 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 71 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 44 out of 1003 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great family friendly great location and clean i highly recommended for families
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean The staff were awesome. Friendly and courteous
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Rodolfo Navarro

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Bad, bad the bartenders they looked like they hate their jobs, it was an terrible worker his name’s Pedro works outside on the beach setting up the chairs it got into a fight with friends over a canopy that guy it should get fired
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vera

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great all-inclusive hotel!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula H

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient to Malecon and Beaches
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the adult pool, the food everywhere was great and the service from the staff was excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Its environment and respectful staff
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Randall

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A resort, the staff are exceptional.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn-Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The stay was wonderful
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

YUTAKA R.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great to place to spend some time with kids
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff!
Stayed 11 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Jose de Jesus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our 4 night stay was great! Food on the buffet was ok, servers took a while to bring water, besides that it was a great time at the hotel!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and beautiful grounds. Terrific vacation
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

VESNA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stuff close to shopping mall and Malcom, more breakfast selections needed like salami and cheese.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's Fun and Friendly!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Ugochi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Old and nice resort. You can tell it’s been maintained. Friendly and very attentive staff. Food is above average too.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sally

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff were friendly and helpful.
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

scot

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everyone in our group had a great time at the resort. Clean rooms, great drinks at the bar and right on the beach. The only thing I wish was that the food was better.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gareth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great cheap and cheerful all inclusive, staff are fantastic, the beach is great for swimming, the food's pretty good and the drinks keep flowing! Great value for the money.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had an amazing time at Friendly Fun! Will definitely be back!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mala

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A week at the Friendly Vallarta

Always a great time and great service at the friendly. Ocean view suite was beautiful food was great. The pools were nice. Easy to get downtown great location. Price very reasonable for what you get.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bennet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay, had lots of fun. Nice beach, pool, and restaurant options all included.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff are amazing. Food is amazing. Very clean.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lionel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very well kept property. Very friendly and helpful staff
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Janine Victoria De

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and fun
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
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