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Villa La Estancia Beach Resort & Spa Riviera Nayarit

4.5 star property
Luxury resort on the beach, with 2 outdoor pools

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2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
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2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
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Villa La Estancia Beach Resort & Spa offers luxury on Mexico's Riviera Nayarit. Enjoy aromatherapy at Tatewari Spa, ocean-view dining, or beach lounging. The resort provides in-room WiFi, free bicycle rentals, and fitness classes in its 24-hour gym.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Bar
  • All inclusive
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Breakfast available
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On the beach

This resort is located on the boardwalk/promenade and on the beach. Take advantage of the beach loungers, beach umbrellas, and beach towels at the sandy beach. Experience the magic of beachfront dining with a special meal at the restaurant. Relax and treat yourself to a refreshing beverage at the beach bar. Some on-site activities to enjoy while you're visiting include beach yoga and beach volleyball.

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What guests liked about the beach

The beach at this property is described as gorgeous, pristine, and stunning with lounge chairs always available.

Room options

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Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
  • 311 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 King Beds and 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

Two Bedroom Suite Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Dining table
  • 205 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds OR 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

Deluxe Studio Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down duvet
  • 45 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

Two Bedroom Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
  • 205 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

One Bedroom Suite Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Dining table
  • 161 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

One Bedroom Suite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
  • 161 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

Deluxe Studio

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(28 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down duvet
  • 45 sq m
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in Nuevo Vallarta, Villa La Estancia Beach Resort & Spa Riviera Nayarit is connected to a shopping center. Nayar Vidanta Golf and Cruise Ship Terminal are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Bay of Banderas and Playa Bucerías. Traveling with kids? Consider Los Arroyos Verdes and Splash Water Park Vallarta. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing.
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Paseo Cocoteros 750 Sur Flamingos, Nuevo Vallarta, NAY, 63732

What's nearby

  • Nuevo Vallarta Beach - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Playa Bucerías - 4 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • El Tigre Golf at Paradise Village - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Vallarta Adventures - 9 min drive - 5.0 miles
  • Nayar Vidanta Golf - 10 min drive - 5.5 miles

Getting around

  • Licenciado Gustavo Diaz Ordaz Intl. Airport (PVR) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Reflect Krystal Sky Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Barchelata - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Gran Dragon - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Riu Palace Piano Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Bar Lounge - ‬16 min walk

About this property

Villa La Estancia Beach Resort & Spa Riviera Nayarit

Luxury family-friendly resort near Bay of Banderas
You can look forward to a swim-up bar, a beach bar, and a poolside bar at Villa La Estancia Beach Resort & Spa Riviera Nayarit. This resort is a great place to bask in the sun with a beachfront location, beachfront dining, and sun loungers. Treat yourself to a manicure/pedicure, a body wrap, or a Swedish massage at Tatewari Spa, the onsite spa. At the 4 on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and international cuisine. Yoga classes and fitness classes are offered at the 24-hour gym; other things to do include beach yoga and beach volleyball. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps, and guests can find other amenities such as a free grocery shopping service and a terrace.
Other perks include:
  • 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool, along with sun loungers, pool umbrellas, and a swim-up bar
  • Free self parking
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), free bicycle rentals, and 2 outdoor tennis courts
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), multilingual staff, and beach umbrellas
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 250 rooms have comforts such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, in addition to thoughtful touches like pillow menus and air conditioning.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Down comforters and free cribs/infant beds
  • Free toiletries and hair dryers
  • 50-inch Smart TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, balconies, and coffee/tea makers

All inclusive details

All-inclusive room rates at Villa La Estancia Beach Resort & Spa Riviera Nayarit are available. These rates are higher because they include onsite food and beverages in the room rate (some restrictions may apply).

Gratuities and taxes

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

Food and beverages

All buffet and à la carte meals, snacks, and beverages included
24-hour room service
In-room minibar (some restrictions)
Meals and beverages at companion properties

Activities and facilities/equipment

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

Water activities

Surfing/body boarding

Land activities

Fitness facilities
Tennis
Volleyball

Lessons/classes/games

Aerobics
Cooking
Water fitness
Yoga

Entertainment

Onsite entertainment and activities
Onsite live performances
Theme parties

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free secured, covered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:30 AM to 11:30 AM for a fee: USD 400 for adults and USD 200 for children
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 4 restaurants
  • A beach bar
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A swim-up bar
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • El Patron
  • La Casona
  • La Parrilla
  • La Trattoria

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • 2 outdoor tennis courts
  • 24-hour gym
  • 5 hot tubs
  • Beach volleyball
  • Beach yoga
  • Children's club
  • Children's pool
  • Fitness classes
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)
  • Sauna
  • Shopping
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Children's club
  • Children's games
  • Children's pool
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

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

Guest services

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

Business services

  • Business center
  • Conference center (4,413 square feet of space)
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • On the bay
  • On the beach
  • On the boardwalk/promenade
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 15 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hot tub
  • Hydrotherapy
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Mud bath
  • Prenatal massages
  • Reflexology
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Sports massages
  • Steam room
  • Swedish massages
  • Turkish bath

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 3 buildings
  • 8 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2005
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Free crib
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch smart TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Service fee: USD 15 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 400 for adults and USD 200 for children
  • 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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include 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
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
Parking height restrictions apply
Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool, fitness facility, or hot tub, while guests under 16 years old are only allowed in the swimming pool, fitness facility, and hot tub with adult supervision
Guests under 5 years old are not allowed in the spa, and guests under 16 years old are only allowed with adult supervision

Property is also known as

Villa Estancia Beach Resort Riviera Nayarit
Villa Estancia Beach Riviera Nayarit
Villa Estancia Beach Resort Riviera Nayarit Nuevo Vallarta
Villa Estancia Beach Riviera Nayarit Nuevo Vallarta
La Estancia & Riviera Nayarit
Villa Estancia Beach Resort Riviera Nayarit Nuevo Vallarta
Villa Estancia Beach Riviera Nayarit Nuevo Vallarta
Villa La Estancia Beach Resort & Spa Riviera Nayarit Resort
Villa Estancia Beach Riviera Nayarit
Villa Estancia Beach Resort Riviera Nayarit
Resort Villa La Estancia Beach Resort & Spa Riviera Nayarit
Villa La Estancia Beach Resort Spa Riviera Nayarit
Estancia Beach Riviera Nayarit

Frequently asked questions

Does Villa La Estancia Beach Resort & Spa Riviera Nayarit have a pool?

Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool.

Is Villa La Estancia Beach Resort & Spa Riviera Nayarit pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Villa La Estancia Beach Resort & Spa Riviera Nayarit?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Villa La Estancia Beach Resort & Spa Riviera Nayarit?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Villa La Estancia Beach Resort & Spa Riviera Nayarit?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does Villa La Estancia Beach Resort & Spa Riviera Nayarit provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Are there all-inclusive benefits at Villa La Estancia Beach Resort & Spa Riviera Nayarit?

Some rate plans available at this property are all-inclusive.

Where is Villa La Estancia Beach Resort & Spa Riviera Nayarit located?

Located in Nuevo Vallarta, this beachfront resort is on the riverwalk and within 1 mi (2 km) of Bay of Banderas and Playa Bucerías. Nuevo Vallarta Beach is 1.7 mi (2.7 km) away.

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Villa La Estancia Beach Resort & Spa Riviera Nayarit Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 619 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 201 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 88 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 49 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 43 out of 1000 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Silvia

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Hermoso lugar
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Ruchell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was beautiful and staff were always friendly.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Veronica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean , food, drinks and attention to guests
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roxanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing customer service! Excellent hygiene and beautiful instalations!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

MARK

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Jun
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Annamarie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful clean safe place highly recommended. Staff is hit and miss some are over the top nice and some are not! They clearly cater better to the patrons who are timeshare holders!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

jerry

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Service was great
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Georgina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is very big and the pool area is very nice and you can over see the beach. We like that it was nice and quiet not a lot of ppl. Overall very nice well maintain property. Very secure and well staffed.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Iván

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing room
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leah

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

Very relaxing

We really enjoyed our stay. The pool, staff, restaurants were all really good. So relaxing! Definitely would come back again
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Mary R

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
The property is nice but how much they nickle and dime you is insane. Constantly trying to sell you something. The whole voucher system is a joke. I recommend not staying here.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melody

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property and great staff
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was one of the friendliest staff that I have dealt with. The rooms were excellent very spacious and very clean. I was so impressed that we are going to be booking another week in August.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ezri Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love the property I love the fact that I am treated with the same attention and respect as if I was a foreigner, at most resorts they boot lick all the foreigners and treat us nationals like we should go else where. Kudos to the staff!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jerome Alfred

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing
Stayed 11 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The property and the people were beautiful! Thank you Bryan for ensuring i always had a taxi. I will definitely visit this property again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

CLAUDIA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent resort, amazing staff second time at this location definitely will be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Martin J

Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort
Tiene lo básico no relación precio beneficio alimento en área de alberca de calidad Limitada. Ninguna diferencia con hotel de la misma cadena que esta a un lado Villa de palmar flamingos . Únicamente el precio. Que es mucho mayor que este
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great resort-quiet-clean-beautiful pool and beach
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

PATRICIA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
As always our stay is nice and all the staff very friendly and give us the best treatment. Special Jair and Isasti
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karthik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great choice if you want to be away from crowded resorts. Use the food restaurants on the sister property. There are not many options for food in the area so choose this only if you plan to stay in the resort
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mikaela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
From the moment we arrived at Villa La Estancia, we were enveloped in an atmosphere of warmth, professionalism, and genuine hospitality. The property itself is stunning—immaculate grounds, luxurious suites, and breathtaking views—but what truly sets this resort apart is its incredible staff. Every single team member we encountered went above and beyond to make us feel welcomed and cared for. The pool staff : Nico , Raul, Ruddy, the servers Josue, Ernesto, and Jesus and Daniel with the towels. And Carlos for making that great beach BBQ. From the front desk to bell Service : Oswaldo and Bryan, and housekeeping, and the spa attendants , the attention to detail and personalized service were beyond exceptional. The restaurant staff deserve special praise as well. La Casona ! Fabian, Angel, Eduardo, Ada, Daniella, Carolina, Rogelio and Benjamin and Ricardo. Each meal was served with a smile, and the team remembered our preferences after just one day—a level of attentiveness you usually only find at the very best five-star resorts. Housekeeping was equally impeccable—quietly efficient and thoughtful. It’s clear that the team at Villa La Estancia is not only well-trained but also takes real pride in creating memorable guest experiences. If you’re looking for a luxury stay where genuine hospitality is the standard, Villa La Estancia should be at the very top of your list. The staff alone make it worth the visit—and they’re the reason we’ll absolutely be coming back.
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Navneet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It was nice and quiet perfect if your going for a longer stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

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