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Dreams Vallarta Bay Resort & Spa - All Inclusive

4.5 star property
Luxury property on the beach, with 3 outdoor pools

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3 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas
Creator video
Outdoor wedding area
5 restaurants, lunch, dinner served; seafood
1 bedroom, premium bedding, free minibar, in-room safe
Located in the heart of Puerto Vallarta near Malecon, Dreams Vallarta Bay Resort & Spa - All Inclusive offers a luxurious beachfront getaway. Unwind at the swim-up bar, indulge in seafood at one of 5 restaurants, or rejuvenate with hydrotherapy treatments and shopping on site. The helpful staff has left a lasting impression on previous guests.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Bar
  • All inclusive
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Gym
Spa

Spa

Secrets Spa by Pevonia has 19 treatment rooms including couples treatment rooms. The property's spa offers massages as well as pampering treatments such as aromatherapy, body scrubs, body wraps, and facials. Other on-site facilities include a steam room, a sauna, and 2 hot tubs.

Room options

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Showing 13 of 13 rooms

View all photos for Junior Suite Ocean View, 2 Double Beds

1 bedroom, premium bedding, free minibar, in-room safe

Junior Suite Ocean View, 2 Double Beds

7.8 out of 10
Good
(28 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Free minibar items
Plasma TV
Separate bedroom
  • 52 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, free minibar, in-room safe

Jr. Suite Swimout 2 double beds

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Free minibar items
Plasma TV
Separate bedroom
  • 52 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Preferred Club Master Suite Partial Ocean View

1 bedroom, premium bedding, free minibar, in-room safe

Preferred Club Master Suite Partial Ocean View

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free minibar items
Plasma TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, free minibar, in-room safe

Club Suite Swimout 1 King Bed (Master)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Private pool
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free minibar items
Plasma TV
  • 111 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, free minibar, in-room safe

Preferred Club Master Suite Oceanfront

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free minibar items
Plasma TV
  • 111 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Preferred Club Jr. Suite Ocean View, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, free minibar, in-room safe

Preferred Club Jr. Suite Ocean View, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Free minibar items
Plasma TV
Pillow menu
  • 56 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Preferred Club Jr. Suite Swim Out, 2 Double Beds

1 bedroom, premium bedding, free minibar, in-room safe

Preferred Club Jr. Suite Swim Out, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Free minibar items
Plasma TV
Separate bedroom
  • 56 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Preferred Club Jr. Suite Swim Out, 1 King Bed

1 bedroom, premium bedding, free minibar, in-room safe

Preferred Club Jr. Suite Swim Out, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Private pool
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Free minibar items
Plasma TV
  • 56 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Preferred Club Jr. Suite Garden View, 1 King Bed

Preferred Club Jr. Suite Garden View, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, free minibar, in-room safe

Preferred Club Jr. Suite Garden View, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Free minibar items
Plasma TV
Pillow menu
  • 56 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Junior Suite Ocean View, 1 King Bed

1 bedroom, premium bedding, free minibar, in-room safe

Junior Suite Ocean View, 1 King Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(29 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Free minibar items
Plasma TV
Separate bedroom
  • 52 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Junior Suite Swimout 1 King Bed

1 bedroom, premium bedding, free minibar, in-room safe

Junior Suite Swimout 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Private pool
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Free minibar items
Plasma TV
  • 52 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Preferred Club Jr. Suite Ocean View, 2 Double Beds

1 bedroom, premium bedding, free minibar, in-room safe

Preferred Club Jr. Suite Ocean View, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Free minibar items
Plasma TV
Separate bedroom
  • 56 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Preferred Club Jr. Suite Garden View, 2 Double Beds

1 bedroom, premium bedding, free minibar, in-room safe

Preferred Club Jr. Suite Garden View, 2 Double Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Free minibar items
Plasma TV
Separate bedroom
  • 56 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Located in Hotel Zone, a neighborhood in Puerto Vallarta, Dreams Vallarta Bay Resort & Spa - All Inclusive is near the airport and on the beach. Cruise Ship Terminal and Nayar Vidanta Golf are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Playa de los Muertos and Bay of Banderas. Consider Act ll Entertainment Stages for a night out or Los Arcos if you're traveling with kids. Windsurfing and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding nearby.
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Puerto Vallarta

What's nearby

  • Hotel Zone Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Playa Las Glorias - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Malecon - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Cruise Ship Terminal - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Playa de los Muertos - 5 min drive - 2.7 miles

Getting around

  • Licenciado Gustavo Diaz Ordaz Intl. Airport (PVR) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tsunami - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Himitsu - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Tamarindo - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪La Matona - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Mi Pueblito - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Dreams Vallarta Bay Resort & Spa - All Inclusive

Luxury all-inclusive property near Malecon
At Dreams Vallarta Bay Resort & Spa - All Inclusive, you can look forward to a swim-up bar, a beach bar, and a poolside bar. This property is a great place to bask in the sun with a beachfront location, beachfront dining, and sun loungers. Indulge in a manicure/pedicure, hydrotherapy, and a body scrub at Secrets Spa by Pevonia, the onsite spa. At the 5 on-site restaurants, enjoy lunch, dinner, kids' meals, and seafood. Fitness classes and Pilates classes are offered at the gym; other things to do include volleyball. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a rooftop terrace and shopping on site.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • 3 outdoor pools and a children's pool, along with pool umbrellas and a swim-up bar
  • Free self parking and valet parking
  • An outdoor tennis court, a bike on site, and supervised childcare (surcharge)
  • Tennis lessons on site, meeting rooms, and beach umbrellas
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 327 rooms have comforts such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, as well as perks like furnished balconies and laptop-compatible safes. Guest reviews say good things about the clean rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with jetted tubs and free toiletries
  • 32-inch plasma TVs with premium channels and DVD players
  • Childcare services, free tea bags/instant coffee, and daily housekeeping

All inclusive details

This property 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

Buffet and à la carte meals, snacks, and beverages included
24-hour room service
In-room minibar (all beverages included)

Activities and facilities/equipment

All onsite activities and use of facilities and equipment are included.

Water activities

Kayaking
Rowing/canoeing
Snorkeling
Surfing/body boarding
Windsurfing

Land activities

Climbing wall
Fitness facilities
Tennis
Volleyball

Lessons/classes/games

Aerobics
Dancing
Language
Pilates
Yoga

Entertainment

Onsite entertainment and activities
Access to onsite nightclubs
Onsite live performances
Theme parties

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free valet parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 5 restaurants
  • A beach bar
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A swim-up bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Capers
  • Carnival
  • Castaways
  • Himitsu
  • Tamarindo

Things to do

  • 2 hot tubs
  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycles
  • Children's pool
  • Fitness classes
  • Free children's club
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Pilates classes
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Shopping
  • Steam room
  • Tennis lessons
  • Volleyball
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • DVD player
  • Free children's club
  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Conference center (6,781 square feet of space)
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Rooftop terrace

Full-service spa

  • 19 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Facials
  • Hot tub
  • Hydrotherapy
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage
  • Outdoor treatment areas
  • Sauna
  • Turkish bath

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • 15 floors
  • 2 buildings
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2012
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch plasma TV with premium satellite channels
  • DVD player
  • iPod dock
  • Pay movies

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Free bottled water
  • Free stocked minibar
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 6 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

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 debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and window guards
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

We should mention

Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
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
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility or hot tub
Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Now Amber Puerto Vallarta Resort Spa
Dreams Vallarta Bay Resort Spa All Inclusive
Now Amber Puerto Vallarta Resort Spa All Inclusive
Now Amber Puerto Vallarta Resort Spa Optional All Inclusive
Dreams Vallarta Bay Resort & Spa - All Inclusive Puerto Vallarta

Frequently asked questions

Does Dreams Vallarta Bay Resort & Spa - All Inclusive have a pool?

Yes, this property has 3 outdoor pools and a children's pool.

Is Dreams Vallarta Bay Resort & Spa - All Inclusive pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Dreams Vallarta Bay Resort & Spa - All Inclusive?

Self parking and valet parking are free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at Dreams Vallarta Bay Resort & Spa - All Inclusive?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 6 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Dreams Vallarta Bay Resort & Spa - All Inclusive?

Check-out is at noon.

Are there all-inclusive benefits at Dreams Vallarta Bay Resort & Spa - All Inclusive?

Yes, the property is all-inclusive. Activities include windsurfing, snorkeling, kayaking, and more.

Where is Dreams Vallarta Bay Resort & Spa - All Inclusive located?

Located in Hotel Zone, this beachfront property is in the city center and within 3 mi (5 km) of Hotel Zone Beach, Malecon, and Cruise Ship Terminal. Playa de los Muertos is 2.5 mi (4 km) away.

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Dreams Vallarta Bay Resort & Spa - All Inclusive Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 504 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 248 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 125 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 78 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 57 out of 1012 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

LIS RENATA DE LA PENA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel! Comfortable and clean! The food was amazing! The staff super friendly!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gourav

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff service was amazing.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic, can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful setting right on the beach and amazing restaurants
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

sina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Awesome place
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cleveland

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love all of the amenities and the private beach!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Daniela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Food was good, staff was friendly, close to downtown area, a little older hotel but clean.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My boyfriend and I just came back from a three day weekend there and we absolutely regretted not having a week there! We will definitely come back we loved the room, the service, the grounds everything was just beautiful and perfect! I have never reviewed anything before but they definitely deserved a review! Me encantaron! Regresare!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Dana

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great time. Staff is amazing. Pool and restaurants and rooms felt clean and safe.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

diane

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's a lovely resort, my husband and I had a great time.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Salvador Alain

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excelente
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yolanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The beach wasn’t the best one but the hotel service was excellent. The food was a 8 out 10. Hotel Entertainment was ok, I think it was too quiet. But it has beautiful views and the environment is great.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kellee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
what I did not like was the two restaurants that I wanted to eat were adult only my son is almost 12 and enjoys fine dining. We were not able to experience other than that. Everything else was good.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jose

Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Horrible
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

David P.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent food and quality wine and spirits.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yesenia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The FOOD was all amazing, and the service was impeccable. From Hibachi to buffet to pool side we enjoyed it. Family of 3 and my son had a great time we also went with a couple who enjoyed time and drinks. I will go again . Location was perfect beach was steps from the pool. Views amazing . Will stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose Alejandro Meza

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
amazing
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Lu

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The staff is nice but the pool is dirty full of bugs and bees. Especially the big pool. My kids refuse to go into it. The room has a very strong moldy smell. And we got allergy and sick. So we leave the hotel and change to a different one. The front desk refuse to refund us for the days we are not going to stay. Which is not helpful at all. I submitted a review through the hotel’s parent company’s website and then they get the partial refund to us. Besides this. The kids club is great and staff beside the front desk are all great too.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gerardo

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Great hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

brandon ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing resort
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Delaney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good service. The wedding venue was beautiful and well prepared.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robbin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was amazing, the staff are amazing
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas Parker

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and family friendly resort.

8/10 Good

Yat Fai Alfred

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location for an all-inclusive, have direct beach access and multiple pools. Good number of restaurants and bars options for families. App to request service is a bit flaky and sometimes requires follow through, but when it works it’s great.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic vacation
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

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