Scores at a Glance
AuramarDreams Vallarta Bay Resort & Spa
Overall
7.2
8.5
Beach
8.3
8.1
Food
6.8
8.2
Service
·
8.6
Rooms
6.2
8.2
Value
7.7
8.0
Romance
·
8.0
Scores out of 10 · higher is better
Quick Stats
| Auramar | Measure | Dreams Vallarta Bay Resort & Spa |
|---|---|---|
| 7.2 | Overall Score | 8.5 (better) |
| 5-star | Star Rating | 5-star |
| 4.0 (3,911) | Google Rating | 4.5 (5,567) (better) |
| (better)From $64 | Price / Night (pp) | From $171 |
| No | Adults Only | Yes |
| Yes | Kids' Club | Yes |
| Near coast | Beachfront | Near coast |
| Mid-size | Resort Size | Mid-size |
| 40 min | Airport Transfer | 15 min (better) |
All Scores
| Auramar | Measure | Dreams Vallarta Bay Resort & Spa |
|---|---|---|
| (better)8.3 | Beach | 8.1 |
| 6.8 | Food | 8.2 (better) |
| – | Service | 8.6 |
| 6.2 | Rooms | 8.2 (better) |
| 7.4 | Pools | 8.4 (better) |
| 7.7 | Value | 8.0 (better) |
| 7.3 | Family | 8.7 (better) |
| – | Romance | 8.0 |
| – | Nightlife | 7.7 |
| – | Quiet | 7.1 |
| – | Remote work | 7.2 |
Of the 10 measures we call, Auramar leads on 2 and Dreams Vallarta Bay Resort & Spa leads on 8.
Vibes
| Auramar | Measure | Dreams Vallarta Bay Resort & Spa |
|---|---|---|
| – | Romance | Yes |
| – | Lively | Yes |
| – | Quiet | Yes |
Activities
| Auramar | Measure | Dreams Vallarta Bay Resort & Spa |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Water sports | Yes |
| Yes | Kids | Yes |
| – | Spa | Yes |
| – | Nightlife | Yes |
Auramar
- 40 min from FAO
Dreams Vallarta Bay Resort & Spa
- 3 pools
- 7 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- Swim-up suites
- 15 min from PVR
Pros · Auramar
- Excellent location near Praia dos Aveiros.
- Good value for travelers prioritizing beach access.
- Straightforward all-inclusive package with meals, drinks, pools and Wi-Fi.
Pros · Dreams Vallarta Bay Resort & Spa
- Official all-inclusive Unlimited-Luxury package with top-shelf spirits, room service, minibar, Wi-Fi, and gratuities included.
- Strong family programming with both kids and teens covered.
- Convenient beachfront location close to downtown Puerto Vallarta and the airport.
Cons · Auramar
- Dated room product.
- Buffet variety is not a premium dining experience.
- Three-star positioning may not fit travelers expecting upscale all-inclusive standards.
Cons · Dreams Vallarta Bay Resort & Spa
- Not the quietest option because it is a family resort in an active hotel-zone location.
- Some premium wine-cellar or spa experiences cost extra.
- Beach conditions and surf can vary more than at sheltered Caribbean beaches.
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