Scores at a Glance
Dreams Vallarta Bay Resort & SpaEOLO Patagonia's Spirit
Overall
8.5
8.9
Beach
8.1
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Food
8.2
9.2
Service
8.6
9.4
Rooms
8.2
8.8
Luxury
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9.0
Value
8.0
7.8
Romance
8.0
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Scores out of 10 · higher is better
Quick Stats
8.5
Overall Score
8.9
5-star
Star Rating
5-star
4.5 (5,543)
Google Rating
4.8 (169)
Rates TBD
Price / Night (pp)
Rates TBD
No
Adults Only
No
Yes
Kids' Club
–
Near coast
Beachfront
Near coast
Mid-size
Resort Size
Mid-size
15 min
Airport Transfer
60 min
All Scores
8.1
Beach
–
8.2
Food
9.2
8.6
Service
9.4
8.2
Rooms
8.8
8.4
Pools
–
–
Luxury
9.0
8.0
Value
7.8
8.7
Family
–
8.0
Romance
–
7.7
Nightlife
–
7.1
Quiet
9.3
–
Adventure
8.8
–
Wellness
6.8
7.2
Remote work
7.3
Vibes
Yes
Romance
–
Yes
Lively
–
Yes
Quiet
Yes
–
Adventure
Yes
Activities
Yes
Spa
–
Yes
Water sports
–
Yes
Nightlife
–
Yes
Kids
–
Dreams Vallarta Bay Resort & Spa
- 3 pools
- 7 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- Swim-up suites
- 15 min from PVR
EOLO Patagonia's Spirit
- 1 restaurants & bars
- 60 min from FTE
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.
Pros · EOLO Patagonia's Spirit
- Exceptional Patagonian setting and views.
- Meals, drinks, transfers and on-property activities are bundled.
- Very small 17-room scale supports a quiet, intimate stay.
- Strong service and food feedback across guest sources.
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.
Cons · EOLO Patagonia's Spirit
- Remote location makes town access and independent dining less convenient.
- Spa/wellness facilities are limited compared with larger luxury resorts.
- High rates can make value feel subjective.
- Not suitable for families with children under 12.